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$759,734$157 / 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 96How 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 $635,000 on Oct 5, 2021

5897 UNION RIDGE DR

ADAMSTOWN, MD 21710
3.5
Baths
4,839 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$760K
$727K low$792K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$635,000 · Oct 5, 2021
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$156,484
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$125,187
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.81%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$603,250
TRUIST BANK · recorded Oct 5, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,201 (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.$713,700 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$663,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$763,500

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
34
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyFREDERICK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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 · 620 ft²Patio · 412 ft²Porch · 114 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Carroll Manor Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Tuscarora High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.9 mi
M
Ballenger Creek Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.5 mi

District: Frederick County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21710These 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.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.77
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.6%
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.4,643
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.184 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$153,135
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$174,135
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5897 Union Ridge Dr 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.

  • Worth more than 87% of homes in Frederick County
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Frederick County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Frederick County
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Frederick County
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Adamstown 21710

What homes are worth in Adamstown 21710

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

This home
$248K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Adamstown 21710.

How it measures up in Adamstown 21710

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Adamstown 21710.

Estimated value$759,734
CheaperTypical $618,291Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$157
CheaperTypical $212Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area4,839 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,858 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.51 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 5897 Union Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAdamstown 21710Frederick County
Estimated valuepricier than$759,73481% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1575% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than4,839 ft²93% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac44% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than200478% of homes75% of homes

About 5897 Union Ridge Dr

How much is 5897 Union Ridge Dr, Adamstown, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5897 Union Ridge Dr, Adamstown, MD is $759,734 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $727,018 to $792,450. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5897 Union Ridge Dr, Adamstown, MD last sell?

5897 Union Ridge Dr, Adamstown, MD last sold on Oct 5, 2021 for $635,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5897 Union Ridge Dr, Adamstown, MD?

5897 Union Ridge Dr, Adamstown, MD has 3.5 bathrooms, 4,839 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 5897 Union Ridge Dr, Adamstown, MD built?

5897 Union Ridge Dr, Adamstown, MD was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5897 Union Ridge Dr, Adamstown, MD?

5897 Union Ridge Dr, Adamstown, MD is assigned to Carroll Manor Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Tuscarora High School (high), rated C+; Ballenger Creek Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Frederick County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5897 Union Ridge Dr, Adamstown, MD compare to other homes in Adamstown 21710?

Among the 1,534 homes in Adamstown 21710, it is worth more than 81% of them ($759,734 against a typical $618,291), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($157 against a typical $212), it is bigger than 93% of them (4,839 ft² against a typical 2,858 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.51 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (2004 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Frederick County, it is worth more than 87% 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 5897 Union Ridge Dr, Adamstown, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5897 Union Ridge Dr, Adamstown, MD was $8,201. The county assessed it at $713,700.

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