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$772,088
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 89How 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 $2,000,000 on Sep 16, 2021

986 FOREST DR

ARNOLD, MD 21012
0
Baths
0.59 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$772K
$687K low$858K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,000,000 · Sep 16, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$920 (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.$86,133 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$86,133
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$84,467
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$87,800

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.25
100
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.
9
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.82 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.62%
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.Residential (General/Single)
CountyANNE ARUNDEL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.59
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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

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.

H
Broadneck High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
E
Broadneck Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.5 mi
M
Magothy River Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi

District: Anne Arundel County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21012These 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.56
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 100.40

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,137
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,859 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$142,581
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$165,159
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°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

986 Forest Dr 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 81% of homes in Anne Arundel County
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Anne Arundel County

What homes are worth in Arnold 21012

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

This home
$288K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Arnold 21012.

How it measures up in Arnold 21012

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Arnold 21012.

Estimated value$772,088
CheaperTypical $603,528Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.59 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

How 986 Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArnold 21012Anne Arundel County
Estimated valuepricier than$772,08874% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.59 ac79% of homes83% of homes

About 986 Forest Dr

How much is 986 Forest Dr, Arnold, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 986 Forest Dr, Arnold, MD is $772,088 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $686,662 to $857,514. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 986 Forest Dr, Arnold, MD last sell?

986 Forest Dr, Arnold, MD last sold on Sep 16, 2021 for $2,000,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 986 Forest Dr, Arnold, MD?

986 Forest Dr, Arnold, MD is assigned to Broadneck High School (high), rated A-; Broadneck Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Magothy River Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 986 Forest Dr, Arnold, MD compare to other homes in Arnold 21012?

Among the 8,545 homes in Arnold 21012, it is worth more than 74% of them ($772,088 against a typical $603,528) and its lot is bigger than 79% of them (0.59 ac against a typical 0.26 ac). Measured against all of Anne Arundel County, it is worth more than 81% 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 986 Forest Dr, Arnold, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 986 Forest Dr, Arnold, MD was $920. The county assessed it at $86,133.

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