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$863,284$343 / 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 95How 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 $264,200 on Apr 6, 1988

5979 VALERIAN LN

ROCKVILLE, MD 20852
3.5
Baths
2,516 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.
2,040 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$863K
$819K low$908K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$264,200 · Apr 6, 1988
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.$863,284
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$690,627

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,086 (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.$827,633 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$808,867
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$846,400

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
CountyMONTGOMERY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood 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 · 220 ft²ElevatorPatio · 200 ft²Porch · 96 ft²

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

H
Walter Johnson High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Tilden Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
Garrett Park Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi

District: Montgomery County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20852These 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.128
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.51,764
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,168 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$117,549
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$148,499
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

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

5979 Valerian Ln 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 73% of homes in Rockville 20852
  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Rockville 20852
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Rockville 20852

What homes are worth in Rockville 20852

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

This home
$175K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Rockville 20852.

How it measures up in Rockville 20852

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockville 20852.

Estimated value$863,284
CheaperTypical $611,804Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$343
CheaperTypical $359Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area2,516 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,560 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size2,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,004 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 5979 Valerian Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockville 20852Montgomery County
Estimated valuepricier than$863,28473% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34342% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than2,516 ft²78% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,040 ft²50% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than198875% of homes71% of homes

About 5979 Valerian Ln

How much is 5979 Valerian Ln, Rockville, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5979 Valerian Ln, Rockville, MD is $863,284 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $819,023 to $907,545. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5979 Valerian Ln, Rockville, MD last sell?

5979 Valerian Ln, Rockville, MD last sold on Apr 6, 1988 for $264,200, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5979 Valerian Ln, Rockville, MD?

5979 Valerian Ln, Rockville, MD has 3.5 bathrooms, 2,516 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 5979 Valerian Ln, Rockville, MD built?

5979 Valerian Ln, Rockville, MD was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5979 Valerian Ln, Rockville, MD?

5979 Valerian Ln, Rockville, MD is assigned to Walter Johnson High School (high), rated A; Tilden Middle School (middle), rated A-; Garrett Park Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Montgomery County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5979 Valerian Ln, Rockville, MD compare to other homes in Rockville 20852?

Among the 13,874 homes in Rockville 20852, it is worth more than 73% of them ($863,284 against a typical $611,804), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($343 against a typical $359), it is bigger than 78% of them (2,516 ft² against a typical 1,560 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (2,040 ft² against a typical 2,004 ft²) and it is newer than 75% of them (1988 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Montgomery County, it is worth more than 71% 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 5979 Valerian Ln, Rockville, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5979 Valerian Ln, Rockville, MD was $9,086. The county assessed it at $827,633.

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