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$694,771$211 / 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 92How 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 $447,000 on Sep 20, 2019

9865 HOWES RD

DUNKIRK, MD 20754
3.5
Baths
3,294 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
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

$695K
$640K low$750K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$447,000 · Sep 20, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,054 (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.$551,633 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$540,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$573,900

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
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.
79
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
CountyCALVERT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
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 · 552 ft²Porch · 120 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.

M
Northern Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
H
Northern High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
E
Mount Harmony Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.5 mi

District: Calvert County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20754These 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.36
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.1.9%
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.6,756
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.375 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$165,465
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$181,885
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

9865 Howes Rd 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 83% of homes in Calvert County
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Dunkirk 20754
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Calvert County
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Dunkirk 20754

What homes are worth in Dunkirk 20754

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

This home
$314K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Dunkirk 20754.

How it measures up in Dunkirk 20754

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dunkirk 20754.

Estimated value$694,771
CheaperTypical $616,377Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$211
CheaperTypical $280Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area3,294 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,294 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.19 acBigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 9865 Howes Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDunkirk 20754Calvert County
Estimated valuepricier than$694,77165% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2116% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than3,294 ft²81% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac37% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than199065% of homes50% of homes

About 9865 Howes Rd

How much is 9865 Howes Rd, Dunkirk, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9865 Howes Rd, Dunkirk, MD is $694,771 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $639,602 to $749,940. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9865 Howes Rd, Dunkirk, MD last sell?

9865 Howes Rd, Dunkirk, MD last sold on Sep 20, 2019 for $447,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 9865 Howes Rd, Dunkirk, MD?

9865 Howes Rd, Dunkirk, MD has 3.5 bathrooms, 3,294 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 9865 Howes Rd, Dunkirk, MD built?

9865 Howes Rd, Dunkirk, MD was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 9865 Howes Rd, Dunkirk, MD?

9865 Howes Rd, Dunkirk, MD is assigned to Northern Middle School (middle), rated A; Northern High School (high), rated B+; Mount Harmony Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Calvert County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9865 Howes Rd, Dunkirk, MD compare to other homes in Dunkirk 20754?

Among the 2,424 homes in Dunkirk 20754, it is worth more than 65% of them ($694,771 against a typical $616,377), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($211 against a typical $280), it is bigger than 81% of them (3,294 ft² against a typical 2,294 ft²), its lot is bigger than 37% of them (1 ac against a typical 1.19 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1990 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Calvert County, it is worth more than 83% 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 9865 Howes Rd, Dunkirk, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 9865 Howes Rd, Dunkirk, MD was $6,054. The county assessed it at $551,633.

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