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$381,142$286 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $55,000 on Aug 28, 2015

581 RICKETTS MILL RD

ELKTON, MD 21921
2.5
Baths
1,334 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.
1.59 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2017
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$381K
$354K low$409K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$55,000 · Aug 28, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,420 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$320,967 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$308,033
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$333,900

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCECIL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.59
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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 ft²Shed · 1,200 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
Elkton Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Elkton High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Gilpin Manor Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi

District: Cecil County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21921These 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.85
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.68

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.47,146
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.474 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,380
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,713
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

581 Ricketts Mill 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 more per square foot than 85% of homes in Elkton 21921
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Elkton 21921
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Cecil County

What homes are worth in Elkton 21921

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

This home
$119K$813K

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Elkton 21921.

How it measures up in Elkton 21921

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elkton 21921.

Estimated value$381,142
CheaperTypical $358,868Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$286
CheaperTypical $217Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,334 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,564 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size1.59 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built2017
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 581 Ricketts Mill Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElkton 21921Cecil County
Estimated valuepricier than$381,14257% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28685% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than1,334 ft²38% of homes37% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.59 ac82% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than201793% of homes95% of homes

About 581 Ricketts Mill Rd

How much is 581 Ricketts Mill Rd, Elkton, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 581 Ricketts Mill Rd, Elkton, MD is $381,142 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $353,575 to $408,709. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 581 Ricketts Mill Rd, Elkton, MD last sell?

581 Ricketts Mill Rd, Elkton, MD last sold on Aug 28, 2015 for $55,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 581 Ricketts Mill Rd, Elkton, MD?

581 Ricketts Mill Rd, Elkton, MD has 2.5 bathrooms, 1,334 square feet of living space and a 1.59-acre lot.

When was 581 Ricketts Mill Rd, Elkton, MD built?

581 Ricketts Mill Rd, Elkton, MD was built in 2017, making it 9 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 581 Ricketts Mill Rd, Elkton, MD?

581 Ricketts Mill Rd, Elkton, MD is assigned to Elkton Middle School (middle), rated D; Elkton High School (high), rated C; Gilpin Manor Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Cecil County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 581 Ricketts Mill Rd, Elkton, MD compare to other homes in Elkton 21921?

Among the 14,505 homes in Elkton 21921, it is worth more than 57% of them ($381,142 against a typical $358,868), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($286 against a typical $217), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,334 ft² against a typical 1,564 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (1.59 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (2017 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Cecil County, it is worth more than 56% 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 581 Ricketts Mill Rd, Elkton, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 581 Ricketts Mill Rd, Elkton, MD was $3,420. The county assessed it at $320,967.

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