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$490,000$335 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $260,000 on Feb 25, 2005

8498 INSPIRATION AVE

WALKERSVILLE, MD 21793
2
Baths
1,464 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$490K
$469K low$511K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$260,000 · Feb 25, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,527 (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.$326,600 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$303,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$373,200

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
81
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.Split Foyer
CountyFREDERICK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
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.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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(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.

E
Walkersville Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Walkersville High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Walkersville Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi

District: Frederick County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21793These 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.68
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.73
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.4%
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.12,263
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.589 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$117,977
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$144,851
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

8498 Inspiration Ave 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Walkersville 21793
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Frederick County
  • Older than 71% of homes in Frederick County

What homes are worth in Walkersville 21793

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

This home
$234K$832K

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Walkersville 21793.

How it measures up in Walkersville 21793

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Walkersville 21793.

Estimated value$490,000
CheaperTypical $454,519Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$335
CheaperTypical $230Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area1,464 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,900 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 8498 Inspiration Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWalkersville 21793Frederick County
Estimated valuepricier than$490,00060% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33598% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,464 ft²22% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac42% of homes53% of homes
Year builtnewer than197637% of homes29% of homes

About 8498 Inspiration Ave

How much is 8498 Inspiration Ave, Walkersville, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8498 Inspiration Ave, Walkersville, MD is $490,000 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $469,257 to $510,743. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8498 Inspiration Ave, Walkersville, MD last sell?

8498 Inspiration Ave, Walkersville, MD last sold on Feb 25, 2005 for $260,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8498 Inspiration Ave, Walkersville, MD?

8498 Inspiration Ave, Walkersville, MD has 2 bathrooms, 1,464 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 8498 Inspiration Ave, Walkersville, MD built?

8498 Inspiration Ave, Walkersville, MD was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a split foyer home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8498 Inspiration Ave, Walkersville, MD?

8498 Inspiration Ave, Walkersville, MD is assigned to Walkersville Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Walkersville High School (high), rated B-; Walkersville Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Frederick County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8498 Inspiration Ave, Walkersville, MD compare to other homes in Walkersville 21793?

Among the 3,513 homes in Walkersville 21793, it is worth more than 60% of them ($490,000 against a typical $454,519), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($335 against a typical $230), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,464 ft² against a typical 1,900 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1976 against a typical 1980). 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 8498 Inspiration Ave, Walkersville, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8498 Inspiration Ave, Walkersville, MD was $3,527. The county assessed it at $326,600.

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