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$642,613$273 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $638,175 on Mar 31, 2026

5788 RICHARDS VALLEY RD

ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21043
2.5
Baths
2,356 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1,479 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2010
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$643K
$579K low$706K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$638,175 · Mar 31, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,011 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$552,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$200,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$352,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$529,933
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$552,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyHOWARD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Built-in
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 120 ft²Porch · 48 ft²

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Waterloo Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Long Reach High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Mayfield Woods Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Howard County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21043These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.86
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.48,279
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,799 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$138,854
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$163,449
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

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How this home compares

5788 Richards Valley Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Ilchester
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Ilchester
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Ilchester
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Ilchester

What homes are worth in Ellicott City 21043

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$285K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Ellicott City 21043.

How it measures up in Ellicott City 21043

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ellicott City 21043.

Estimated value$642,613
CheaperTypical $630,732Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$273
CheaperTypical $311Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area2,356 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,036 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size1,479 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built2010
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 5788 Richards Valley Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIlchesterEllicott City 21043Howard County
Estimated valuepricier than$642,61356% of homes51% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27316% of homes22% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than2,356 ft²69% of homes63% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,479 ft²3% of homes3% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than201088% of homes86% of homes87% of homes

About 5788 Richards Valley Rd

How much is 5788 Richards Valley Rd, Ellicott City, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5788 Richards Valley Rd, Ellicott City, MD is $642,613 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $579,017 to $706,209. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5788 Richards Valley Rd, Ellicott City, MD last sell?

5788 Richards Valley Rd, Ellicott City, MD last sold on Mar 31, 2026 for $638,175, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5788 Richards Valley Rd, Ellicott City, MD?

5788 Richards Valley Rd, Ellicott City, MD has 2.5 bathrooms, 2,356 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 5788 Richards Valley Rd, Ellicott City, MD built?

5788 Richards Valley Rd, Ellicott City, MD was built in 2010, making it 16 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 5788 Richards Valley Rd, Ellicott City, MD?

5788 Richards Valley Rd, Ellicott City, MD is assigned to Waterloo Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Long Reach High School (high), rated C+; Mayfield Woods Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Howard County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5788 Richards Valley Rd, Ellicott City, MD compare to other homes in Ellicott City 21043?

Among the 14,444 homes in Ellicott City 21043, it is worth more than 51% of them ($642,613 against a typical $630,732), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($273 against a typical $311), it is bigger than 63% of them (2,356 ft² against a typical 2,036 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (1,479 ft² against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (2010 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Howard County, it is worth more than 53% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5788 Richards Valley Rd, Ellicott City, MD?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5788 Richards Valley Rd, Ellicott City, MD was $8,011. The county assessed it at $552,800.

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