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$498,812$384 / 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 $155,000 on Apr 19, 1988

8978 ROSEWOOD WAY

JESSUP, MD 20794
2
Baths
1,300 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$499K
$477K low$520K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$155,000 · Apr 19, 1988

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$616 (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.$467,433 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$437,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$527,900

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.43
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.
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.Single Family Residence
CountyHOWARD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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, 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 · 296 ft²Patio · 100 ft²Porch · 200 ft²

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

M
Patuxent Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Bollman Bridge Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Guilford Park High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 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

8978 Rosewood 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 68% of homes in Howard County
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Jessup 20794
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Howard County
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Savage

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 55% 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$498,812
CheaperTypical $479,857Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$384
CheaperTypical $288Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Living area1,300 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,732 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 8978 Rosewood Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSavageJessup 20794Howard County
Estimated valuepricier than$498,81265% of homes55% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38491% of homes94% of homes88% of homes
Living areabigger than1,300 ft²46% of homes31% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac63% of homes63% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than198766% of homes49% of homes46% of homes

About 8978 Rosewood Way

How much is 8978 Rosewood Way, Jessup, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8978 Rosewood Way, Jessup, MD is $498,812 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $477,379 to $520,245. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8978 Rosewood Way, Jessup, MD last sell?

8978 Rosewood Way, Jessup, MD last sold on Apr 19, 1988 for $155,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8978 Rosewood Way, Jessup, MD?

8978 Rosewood Way, Jessup, MD has 2 bathrooms, 1,300 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 8978 Rosewood Way, Jessup, MD built?

8978 Rosewood Way, Jessup, MD was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8978 Rosewood Way, Jessup, MD?

8978 Rosewood Way, Jessup, MD is assigned to Patuxent Middle School (middle), rated B-; Bollman Bridge Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Guilford Park High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Howard County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8978 Rosewood Way, Jessup, MD compare to other homes in Jessup 20794?

Among the 3,081 homes in Jessup 20794, it is worth more than 55% of them ($498,812 against a typical $479,857), its price per square foot is higher than 94% of them ($384 against a typical $288), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,300 ft² against a typical 1,732 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1987 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Howard County, it is worth more than 32% 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 8978 Rosewood Way, Jessup, MD?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8978 Rosewood Way, Jessup, MD was $616. The county assessed it at $467,433.

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