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$489,366$215 / 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 $249,000 on Oct 18, 2010

7538 RIDGE RD

FREDERICK, MD 21702
2
Baths
2,272 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.
1.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$489K
$468K low$510K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$249,000 · Oct 18, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,788 (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.$346,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$125,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$220,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$320,167
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$346,200

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
86
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
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.Yes
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

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.

H
Middletown High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
M
Middletown Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi
E
Myersville Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 5.7 mi

District: Frederick County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21702These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.76
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.7%
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.50,856
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,269 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$105,592
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$129,254
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%

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How this home compares

7538 Ridge 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 bigger lot than 92% of homes in Frederick 21702
  • Older than 91% of homes in Frederick 21702

What homes are worth in Frederick 21702

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

This home
$198K$957K

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Frederick 21702.

How it measures up in Frederick 21702

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Frederick 21702.

Estimated value$489,366
CheaperTypical $453,615Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$215
CheaperTypical $220Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area2,272 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,231 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Lot size1.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 7538 Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFrederick 21702Frederick County
Estimated valuepricier than$489,36659% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21546% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than2,272 ft²53% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.34 ac92% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than19559% of homes16% of homes

About 7538 Ridge Rd

How much is 7538 Ridge Rd, Frederick, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 7538 Ridge Rd, Frederick, MD is $489,366 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $468,411 to $510,321. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 7538 Ridge Rd, Frederick, MD last sell?

7538 Ridge Rd, Frederick, MD last sold on Oct 18, 2010 for $249,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 7538 Ridge Rd, Frederick, MD?

7538 Ridge Rd, Frederick, MD has 2 bathrooms and 2,272 square feet of living space.

When was 7538 Ridge Rd, Frederick, MD built?

7538 Ridge Rd, Frederick, MD was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 7538 Ridge Rd, Frederick, MD?

7538 Ridge Rd, Frederick, MD is assigned to Middletown High School (high), rated A-; Middletown Middle School (middle), rated B+; Myersville Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Frederick County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 7538 Ridge Rd, Frederick, MD compare to other homes in Frederick 21702?

Among the 15,542 homes in Frederick 21702, it is worth more than 59% of them ($489,366 against a typical $453,615), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($215 against a typical $220), it is bigger than 53% of them (2,272 ft² against a typical 2,231 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (1.34 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1955 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Frederick County, it is worth more than 51% 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 7538 Ridge Rd, Frederick, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 7538 Ridge Rd, Frederick, MD was $3,788. The county assessed it at $346,200.

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