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$627,403$152 / 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 97How 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 $379,900 on Jul 12, 2002

8949 COTTONGRASS ST

WALDORF, MD 20603
3.5
Baths
4,116 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.
0.43 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$627K
$609K low$646K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$379,900 · Jul 12, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,791 (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.$568,867 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$545,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$615,400

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.
21
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.
81
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.
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyCHARLES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.43
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 300 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
William A. Diggs Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Theodore G. Davis Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
North Point High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Charles County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20603These 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.73
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.34

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.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.6%
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.35,700
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,070 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$140,522
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$162,916
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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

8949 Cottongrass St 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 90% of homes in Waldorf 20603
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Charles County
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Charles County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Waldorf 20603

What homes are worth in Waldorf 20603

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

This home
$296K$707K

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Waldorf 20603.

How it measures up in Waldorf 20603

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waldorf 20603.

Estimated value$627,403
CheaperTypical $466,348Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$152
CheaperTypical $200Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area4,116 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,240 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size0.43 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 8949 Cottongrass St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaldorf 20603Charles County
Estimated valuepricier than$627,40390% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15214% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than4,116 ft²89% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.43 ac84% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than199962% of homes64% of homes

About 8949 Cottongrass St

How much is 8949 Cottongrass St, Waldorf, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8949 Cottongrass St, Waldorf, MD is $627,403 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $608,794 to $646,012. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8949 Cottongrass St, Waldorf, MD last sell?

8949 Cottongrass St, Waldorf, MD last sold on Jul 12, 2002 for $379,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8949 Cottongrass St, Waldorf, MD?

8949 Cottongrass St, Waldorf, MD has 3.5 bathrooms, 4,116 square feet of living space and a 0.43-acre lot.

When was 8949 Cottongrass St, Waldorf, MD built?

8949 Cottongrass St, Waldorf, MD was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8949 Cottongrass St, Waldorf, MD?

8949 Cottongrass St, Waldorf, MD is assigned to William A. Diggs Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Theodore G. Davis Middle School (middle), rated B; North Point High School (high), rated C. All sit in Charles County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8949 Cottongrass St, Waldorf, MD compare to other homes in Waldorf 20603?

Among the 10,485 homes in Waldorf 20603, it is worth more than 90% of them ($627,403 against a typical $466,348), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($152 against a typical $200), it is bigger than 89% of them (4,116 ft² against a typical 2,240 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (0.43 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1999 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Charles County, it is worth more than 90% 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 8949 Cottongrass St, Waldorf, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8949 Cottongrass St, Waldorf, MD was $15,791. The county assessed it at $568,867.

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