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$325,020$266 / 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 97How 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 $39,500 on Jul 16, 1983

8419 HORNETS NEST RD

EMMITSBURG, MD 21727
1
Baths
1,224 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.
65.83 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$325K
$315K low$335K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$39,500 · Jul 16, 1983

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,969 (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.$235,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$63,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$171,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$219,833
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$235,700

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.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
74
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.
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
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Space
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 · 288 ft²Shed · 1,200 ft²

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

E
Emmitsburg Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.7 mi
H
Catoctin High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.3 mi
M
Thurmont Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.4 mi

District: Frederick County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21727These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.71
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,589
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.205 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,199
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,662
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%

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How this home compares

8419 Hornets Nest 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.

  • Worth less than 84% of homes in Frederick County
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Emmitsburg 21727
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Frederick County
  • Among the largest lots in Frederick County

What homes are worth in Emmitsburg 21727

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

This home
$158K$755K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Emmitsburg 21727.

How it measures up in Emmitsburg 21727

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Emmitsburg 21727.

Estimated value$325,020
CheaperTypical $329,070Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$266
CheaperTypical $202Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area1,224 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,717 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size65.83 ac
SmallerTypical 0.48 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 8419 Hornets Nest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEmmitsburg 21727Frederick County
Estimated valuepricier than$325,02048% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26687% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than1,224 ft²21% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than65.83 ac97% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than198761% of homes43% of homes

About 8419 Hornets Nest Rd

How much is 8419 Hornets Nest Rd, Emmitsburg, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8419 Hornets Nest Rd, Emmitsburg, MD is $325,020 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $315,416 to $334,624. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8419 Hornets Nest Rd, Emmitsburg, MD last sell?

8419 Hornets Nest Rd, Emmitsburg, MD last sold on Jul 16, 1983 for $39,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8419 Hornets Nest Rd, Emmitsburg, MD?

8419 Hornets Nest Rd, Emmitsburg, MD has 1 bathrooms and 1,224 square feet of living space.

When was 8419 Hornets Nest Rd, Emmitsburg, MD built?

8419 Hornets Nest Rd, Emmitsburg, MD was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8419 Hornets Nest Rd, Emmitsburg, MD?

8419 Hornets Nest Rd, Emmitsburg, MD is assigned to Emmitsburg Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Catoctin High School (high), rated B-; Thurmont Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Frederick County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8419 Hornets Nest Rd, Emmitsburg, MD compare to other homes in Emmitsburg 21727?

Among the 1,683 homes in Emmitsburg 21727, it is worth more than 48% of them ($325,020 against a typical $329,070), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($266 against a typical $202), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,224 ft² against a typical 1,717 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (65.83 ac against a typical 0.48 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1987 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Frederick County, it is worth more than 16% 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 8419 Hornets Nest Rd, Emmitsburg, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8419 Hornets Nest Rd, Emmitsburg, MD was $1,969. The county assessed it at $235,700.

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