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$208,446$192 / 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 92How 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 $75,000 on Jan 12, 2001

8157 ROCKY RIDGE RD

THURMONT, MD 21788
1
Baths
1,087 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$208K
$191K low$225K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$75,000 · Jan 12, 2001
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.$140,946
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$112,757
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.29%
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.$67,500
OPTION ONE MORTGAGE CORP · recorded Jan 12, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,945 (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.$162,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$60,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$101,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$152,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$162,000

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
37
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.0.25
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
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.Porch · 210 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
Thurmont Primary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 0.5 mi
M
Thurmont Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Catoctin High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Frederick County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21788These 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.99
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.70
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.40

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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
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.13,706
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.202 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$96,589
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$127,499
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

8157 Rocky 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Frederick County
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Frederick County
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Frederick County
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Thurmont 21788
  • Older than 88% of homes in Frederick County

What homes are worth in Thurmont 21788

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

This home
$186K$838K

This home is worth more than 3% of homes in Thurmont 21788.

How it measures up in Thurmont 21788

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Thurmont 21788.

Estimated value$208,446
CheaperTypical $386,314Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$192
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area1,087 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,760 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 8157 Rocky Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeThurmont 21788Frederick County
Estimated valuepricier than$208,4463% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19227% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than1,087 ft²10% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac29% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than193021% of homes12% of homes

About 8157 Rocky Ridge Rd

How much is 8157 Rocky Ridge Rd, Thurmont, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8157 Rocky Ridge Rd, Thurmont, MD is $208,446 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $191,440 to $225,452. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8157 Rocky Ridge Rd, Thurmont, MD last sell?

8157 Rocky Ridge Rd, Thurmont, MD last sold on Jan 12, 2001 for $75,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8157 Rocky Ridge Rd, Thurmont, MD?

8157 Rocky Ridge Rd, Thurmont, MD has 1 bathrooms, 1,087 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 8157 Rocky Ridge Rd, Thurmont, MD built?

8157 Rocky Ridge Rd, Thurmont, MD was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8157 Rocky Ridge Rd, Thurmont, MD?

8157 Rocky Ridge Rd, Thurmont, MD is assigned to Thurmont Primary School (elementary); Thurmont Middle School (middle), rated C-; Catoctin High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Frederick County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8157 Rocky Ridge Rd, Thurmont, MD compare to other homes in Thurmont 21788?

Among the 4,571 homes in Thurmont 21788, it is worth more than 3% of them ($208,446 against a typical $386,314), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($192 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 10% of them (1,087 ft² against a typical 1,760 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1930 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Frederick County, it is worth more than almost no 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 8157 Rocky Ridge Rd, Thurmont, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8157 Rocky Ridge Rd, Thurmont, MD was $1,945. The county assessed it at $162,000.

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