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$221,606$289 / 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 89How 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 $54,000 on Mar 3, 1997

868 VALLEY RIDGE RD

ACCIDENT, MD 21520
1
Baths
768 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.
12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$222K
$198K low$245K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$54,000 · Mar 3, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,406 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$123,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$47,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$76,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$116,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$123,700

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.40
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.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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
CountyGARRETT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.12.00
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.Electric
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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 · 256 ft²

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

M
Northern Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
E
Accident Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.3 mi
H
Northern Garrett High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Garrett County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21520These 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.143
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 100.33

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.60%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,435
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.39 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,199
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$102,196
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

868 Valley 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.

  • Worth less than 78% of homes in Accident 21520
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Accident 21520
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Accident 21520
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Garrett County
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Accident 21520

What homes are worth in Accident 21520

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

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$96K$901K

This home is worth more than 22% of homes in Accident 21520.

How it measures up in Accident 21520

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Accident 21520.

Estimated value$221,606
CheaperTypical $319,682Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$289
CheaperTypical $210Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area768 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size12 ac
SmallerTypical 2.64 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 868 Valley Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAccident 21520Garrett County
Estimated valuepricier than$221,60622% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28978% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than768 ft²5% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than12 ac80% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than199772% of homes69% of homes

About 868 Valley Ridge Rd

How much is 868 Valley Ridge Rd, Accident, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 868 Valley Ridge Rd, Accident, MD is $221,606 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $198,251 to $244,961. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 868 Valley Ridge Rd, Accident, MD last sell?

868 Valley Ridge Rd, Accident, MD last sold on Mar 3, 1997 for $54,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 868 Valley Ridge Rd, Accident, MD?

868 Valley Ridge Rd, Accident, MD has 1 bathrooms, 768 square feet of living space and a 12.00-acre lot.

When was 868 Valley Ridge Rd, Accident, MD built?

868 Valley Ridge Rd, Accident, MD was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 868 Valley Ridge Rd, Accident, MD?

868 Valley Ridge Rd, Accident, MD is assigned to Northern Middle School (middle), rated A-; Accident Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Northern Garrett High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Garrett County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 868 Valley Ridge Rd, Accident, MD compare to other homes in Accident 21520?

Among the 978 homes in Accident 21520, it is worth more than 22% of them ($221,606 against a typical $319,682), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($289 against a typical $210), it is bigger than 5% of them (768 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (12 ac against a typical 2.64 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1997 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Garrett County, it is worth more than 30% 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 868 Valley Ridge Rd, Accident, MD?

The 2026 property tax bill for 868 Valley Ridge Rd, Accident, MD was $1,406. The county assessed it at $123,700.

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