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$1,049,885$324 / 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 95How 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 $1,020,000 on Jun 3, 2025

870 ROUTE 97

COOKSVILLE, MD 21723
2.5
Baths
3,244 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.
5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1M
$997K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,020,000 · Jun 3, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,030 (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.$873,200 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$799,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,020,600

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
CountyHOWARD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.Mixed
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 · 336 ft²

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
Bushy Park Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.1 mi
M
Glenwood Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.4 mi
H
Glenelg High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.9 mi

District: Howard County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21723These 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.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.826
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.266 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$198,698
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$230,923
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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

870 Route 97 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 more than 88% of homes in Howard County
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Howard County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Howard County
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Woodbine

What homes are worth in Cooksville 21723

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

This home
$392K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in Cooksville 21723.

How it measures up in Cooksville 21723

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cooksville 21723.

Estimated value$1,049,885
CheaperTypical $901,569Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$324
CheaperTypical $309Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area3,244 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,924 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size5 ac
SmallerTypical 1.19 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 870 Route 97 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWoodbineCooksville 21723Howard County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,049,88575% of homes64% of homes88% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32451% of homes60% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than3,244 ft²71% of homes59% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5 ac82% of homes86% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than200283% of homes79% of homes78% of homes

About 870 Route 97

How much is 870 Route 97, Cooksville, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 870 Route 97, Cooksville, MD is $1,049,885 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $996,615 to $1,103,155. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 870 Route 97, Cooksville, MD last sell?

870 Route 97, Cooksville, MD last sold on Jun 3, 2025 for $1,020,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 870 Route 97, Cooksville, MD?

870 Route 97, Cooksville, MD has 2.5 bathrooms, 3,244 square feet of living space and a 5.00-acre lot.

When was 870 Route 97, Cooksville, MD built?

870 Route 97, Cooksville, MD was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 870 Route 97, Cooksville, MD?

870 Route 97, Cooksville, MD is assigned to Bushy Park Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Glenwood Middle School (middle), rated A; Glenelg High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Howard County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 870 Route 97, Cooksville, MD compare to other homes in Cooksville 21723?

Among the 351 homes in Cooksville 21723, it is worth more than 64% of them ($1,049,885 against a typical $901,569), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($324 against a typical $309), it is bigger than 59% of them (3,244 ft² against a typical 2,924 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (5 ac against a typical 1.19 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (2002 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Howard County, it is worth more than 88% 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 870 Route 97, Cooksville, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 870 Route 97, Cooksville, MD was $11,030. The county assessed it at $873,200.

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