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$251,744
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 78How 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 $50,000 on Feb 20, 2024

8622 HORNETS NEST RD

EMMITSBURG, MD 21727
0
Baths
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$252K
$197K low$306K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$50,000 · Feb 20, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12 (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.$1,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,000

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
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.Residential (General/Single)
CountyFREDERICK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Emmitsburg Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.1 mi
H
Catoctin High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.5 mi
M
Thurmont Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.6 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

8622 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 95% of homes in Frederick County
  • Older than 92% of homes 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 21% 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$251,744
CheaperTypical $329,070Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.48 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 8622 Hornets Nest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEmmitsburg 21727Frederick County
Estimated valuepricier than$251,74421% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac44% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than190027% of homes8% of homes

About 8622 Hornets Nest Rd

How much is 8622 Hornets Nest Rd, Emmitsburg, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8622 Hornets Nest Rd, Emmitsburg, MD is $251,744 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $196,989 to $306,499. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8622 Hornets Nest Rd, Emmitsburg, MD last sell?

8622 Hornets Nest Rd, Emmitsburg, MD last sold on Feb 20, 2024 for $50,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

When was 8622 Hornets Nest Rd, Emmitsburg, MD built?

8622 Hornets Nest Rd, Emmitsburg, MD was built in 1900, making it 126 years old.

What schools serve 8622 Hornets Nest Rd, Emmitsburg, MD?

8622 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 8622 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 21% of them ($251,744 against a typical $329,070), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.48 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1900 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Frederick County, it is worth more than 5% 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 8622 Hornets Nest Rd, Emmitsburg, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8622 Hornets Nest Rd, Emmitsburg, MD was $12. The county assessed it at $1,000.

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