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$1,051,423$782 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $635,000 on Sep 17, 2020

96 WHISPERING WAY

SWANTON, MD 21561
2
Baths
1,344 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.
0.67 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2010
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$1.1M
$987K 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.$635,000 · Sep 17, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,618 (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.$659,433 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$639,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$699,500

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.54
49
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
67
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.
48
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.0.67
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Waterfront-Not Specified
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 216 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Broad Ford Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 7.9 mi
H
Southern Garrett High SchoolC+
High · Grades 7–12 · 8.9 mi

District: Garrett County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21561These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.31

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.54%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.2,805
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.29 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,377
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,453
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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

96 Whispering 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 more than 88% of homes in Garrett County
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Garrett County
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Swanton 21561
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Garrett County

What homes are worth in Swanton 21561

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

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$100K$2.6M

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in Swanton 21561.

How it measures up in Swanton 21561

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Swanton 21561.

Estimated value$1,051,423
CheaperTypical $607,327Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$782
CheaperTypical $389Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area1,344 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,560 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size0.67 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built2010
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 89% of homes nearby

How 96 Whispering Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSwanton 21561Garrett County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,051,42375% of homes88% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$78289% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than1,344 ft²37% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.67 ac32% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than201089% of homes90% of homes

About 96 Whispering Way

How much is 96 Whispering Way, Swanton, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 96 Whispering Way, Swanton, MD is $1,051,423 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $986,860 to $1,115,986. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 96 Whispering Way, Swanton, MD last sell?

96 Whispering Way, Swanton, MD last sold on Sep 17, 2020 for $635,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 96 Whispering Way, Swanton, MD?

96 Whispering Way, Swanton, MD has 2 bathrooms, 1,344 square feet of living space and a 0.67-acre lot.

When was 96 Whispering Way, Swanton, MD built?

96 Whispering Way, Swanton, MD was built in 2010, making it 16 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 96 Whispering Way, Swanton, MD?

96 Whispering Way, Swanton, MD is assigned to Broad Ford Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Southern Garrett High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Garrett County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 96 Whispering Way, Swanton, MD compare to other homes in Swanton 21561?

Among the 2,833 homes in Swanton 21561, it is worth more than 75% of them ($1,051,423 against a typical $607,327), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($782 against a typical $389), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,344 ft² against a typical 1,560 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.67 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 89% of them (2010 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Garrett 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 96 Whispering Way, Swanton, MD?

The 2026 property tax bill for 96 Whispering Way, Swanton, MD was $4,618. The county assessed it at $659,433.

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