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$385,578$312 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $275,000 on Aug 23, 2017

8830 BIRCHWOOD WAY

JESSUP, MD 20794
2.5
Baths
1,236 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.
1,829 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$386K
$371K low$400K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$275,000 · Aug 23, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,120 (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.$325,167 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$294,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$386,100

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
80
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
52
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.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyHOWARD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
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.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.Garage, Basement
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 · 144 ft²Patio · 80 ft²Porch · 18 ft²

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.

H
Guilford Park High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Patuxent Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Bollman Bridge Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi

District: Howard County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20794These 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.82
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.74
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.7%
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.21,141
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,033 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$126,550
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$148,643
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

8830 Birchwood Way 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 87% of homes in Howard County
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Jessup 20794
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Howard County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Howard County

What homes are worth in Jessup 20794

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

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$321K$884K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Jessup 20794.

How it measures up in Jessup 20794

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Jessup 20794.

Estimated value$385,578
CheaperTypical $479,857Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$312
CheaperTypical $288Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,236 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,732 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size1,829 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 8830 Birchwood Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSavageJessup 20794Howard County
Estimated valuepricier than$385,57828% of homes19% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31256% of homes69% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than1,236 ft²40% of homes27% of homes14% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,829 ft²17% of homes19% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than198662% of homes46% of homes43% of homes

About 8830 Birchwood Way

How much is 8830 Birchwood Way, Jessup, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8830 Birchwood Way, Jessup, MD is $385,578 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $370,743 to $400,413. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8830 Birchwood Way, Jessup, MD last sell?

8830 Birchwood Way, Jessup, MD last sold on Aug 23, 2017 for $275,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8830 Birchwood Way, Jessup, MD?

8830 Birchwood Way, Jessup, MD has 2.5 bathrooms, 1,236 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 8830 Birchwood Way, Jessup, MD built?

8830 Birchwood Way, Jessup, MD was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8830 Birchwood Way, Jessup, MD?

8830 Birchwood Way, Jessup, MD is assigned to Guilford Park High School (high), rated C+; Patuxent Middle School (middle), rated B-; Bollman Bridge Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Howard County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8830 Birchwood Way, Jessup, MD compare to other homes in Jessup 20794?

Among the 3,081 homes in Jessup 20794, it is worth more than 19% of them ($385,578 against a typical $479,857), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($312 against a typical $288), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,236 ft² against a typical 1,732 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (1,829 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1986 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Howard County, it is worth more than 13% 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 8830 Birchwood Way, Jessup, MD?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8830 Birchwood Way, Jessup, MD was $5,120. The county assessed it at $325,167.

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