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$774,446$251 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $224,600 on Feb 1, 2000

7838 SHORE DR

PRESTON, MD 21655
2.5
Baths
3,085 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.
1.51 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$774K
$720K low$829K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$224,600 · Feb 1, 2000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,718 (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.$616,533 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$597,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$655,000

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.197 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.1 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyCAROLINE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.51
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Spa/Hot Tub (Only)
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Waterfront
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 216 ft²Shed · 128 ft²Porch · 24 ft²Boat access

Transaction History(3)

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
Colonel Richardson High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.1 mi
M
Colonel Richardson Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.1 mi
E
Preston Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 8.1 mi

District: Caroline County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21655These 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.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.35

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,300
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.77 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,033
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,494
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

7838 Shore 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 97% of homes in Caroline County
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Caroline County
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Preston 21655

What homes are worth in Preston 21655

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

This home
$116K$939K

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Preston 21655.

How it measures up in Preston 21655

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Preston 21655.

Estimated value$774,446
CheaperTypical $334,180Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$251
CheaperTypical $209Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area3,085 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,593 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size1.51 ac
SmallerTypical 1.25 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 7838 Shore Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePreston 21655Caroline County
Estimated valuepricier than$774,44695% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25175% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than3,085 ft²95% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.51 ac56% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than198961% of homes61% of homes

About 7838 Shore Dr

How much is 7838 Shore Dr, Preston, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 7838 Shore Dr, Preston, MD is $774,446 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $720,276 to $828,616. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 7838 Shore Dr, Preston, MD last sell?

7838 Shore Dr, Preston, MD last sold on Feb 1, 2000 for $224,600, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 7838 Shore Dr, Preston, MD?

7838 Shore Dr, Preston, MD has 2.5 bathrooms, 3,085 square feet of living space and a 1.51-acre lot.

When was 7838 Shore Dr, Preston, MD built?

7838 Shore Dr, Preston, MD was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 7838 Shore Dr, Preston, MD?

7838 Shore Dr, Preston, MD is assigned to Colonel Richardson High School (high), rated C; Colonel Richardson Middle School (middle), rated B; Preston Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Caroline County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 7838 Shore Dr, Preston, MD compare to other homes in Preston 21655?

Among the 1,984 homes in Preston 21655, it is worth more than 95% of them ($774,446 against a typical $334,180), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($251 against a typical $209), it is bigger than 95% of them (3,085 ft² against a typical 1,593 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (1.51 ac against a typical 1.25 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1989 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Caroline County, it is worth more than 97% 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 7838 Shore Dr, Preston, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 7838 Shore Dr, Preston, MD was $5,718. The county assessed it at $616,533.

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