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$351,214$226 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $345,000 on Dec 29, 2025

653 MECHANICS VALLEY RD

NORTH EAST, MD 21901
2
Baths
1,556 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1945
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

$351K
$338K low$364K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$345,000 · Dec 29, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,806 (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.$258,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$50,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$208,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$251,067
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$258,800

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.52
25
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
77
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
49
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.1 in
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.0.2 percent flood zone

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.0.23
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, Detached
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 · 126 ft²Porch · 144 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.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

M
North East Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
North East High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi
E
Leeds Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.9 mi

District: Cecil County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21901These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.67

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.92%
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.9.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,550
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.313 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,746
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$127,672
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

653 Mechanics 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Cecil County
  • Older than 90% of homes in North East 21901

What homes are worth in North East 21901

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

This home
$186K$872K

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in North East 21901.

How it measures up in North East 21901

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in North East 21901.

Estimated value$351,214
CheaperTypical $363,704Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$226
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area1,556 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,574 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.41 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1945
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 653 Mechanics Valley Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth East 21901Cecil County
Estimated valuepricier than$351,21446% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22654% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than1,556 ft²49% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac31% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than194510% of homes13% of homes

About 653 Mechanics Valley Rd

How much is 653 Mechanics Valley Rd, North East, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 653 Mechanics Valley Rd, North East, MD is $351,214 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $338,459 to $363,969. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 653 Mechanics Valley Rd, North East, MD last sell?

653 Mechanics Valley Rd, North East, MD last sold on Dec 29, 2025 for $345,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 653 Mechanics Valley Rd, North East, MD?

653 Mechanics Valley Rd, North East, MD has 2 bathrooms, 1,556 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 653 Mechanics Valley Rd, North East, MD built?

653 Mechanics Valley Rd, North East, MD was built in 1945, making it 81 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 653 Mechanics Valley Rd, North East, MD?

653 Mechanics Valley Rd, North East, MD is assigned to North East Middle School (middle), rated C; North East High School (high), rated C; Leeds Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Cecil County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 653 Mechanics Valley Rd, North East, MD compare to other homes in North East 21901?

Among the 6,781 homes in North East 21901, it is worth more than 46% of them ($351,214 against a typical $363,704), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($226 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,556 ft² against a typical 1,574 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.41 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1945 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Cecil County, it is worth more than 48% 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 653 Mechanics Valley Rd, North East, MD?

The 2026 property tax bill for 653 Mechanics Valley Rd, North East, MD was $2,806. The county assessed it at $258,800.

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