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$464,705$242 / 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 95How 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 $288,000 on Dec 30, 2004

987 RIDGE RD

FINKSBURG, MD 21048
2.5
Baths
1,920 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.
1.81 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$465K
$442K low$488K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$288,000 · Dec 30, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,050 (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.$363,633 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$351,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$388,300

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.Split Level
CountyCARROLL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.81
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
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 · 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.

E
Sandymount Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.4 mi
M
Shiloh Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.8 mi
H
Westminster High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.3 mi

District: Carroll County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21048These 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.60
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.32%
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.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,488
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.410 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$124,320
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$138,947
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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

987 Ridge 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 less than 65% of homes in Finksburg 21048
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Finksburg 21048
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Carroll County

What homes are worth in Finksburg 21048

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

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$285K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 35% of homes in Finksburg 21048.

How it measures up in Finksburg 21048

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Finksburg 21048.

Estimated value$464,705
CheaperTypical $533,719Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$242
CheaperTypical $276Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area1,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,963 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size1.81 ac
SmallerTypical 1.19 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 987 Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFinksburg 21048Carroll County
Estimated valuepricier than$464,70535% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24221% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,920 ft²48% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.81 ac63% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than198861% of homes57% of homes

About 987 Ridge Rd

How much is 987 Ridge Rd, Finksburg, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 987 Ridge Rd, Finksburg, MD is $464,705 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $441,535 to $487,875. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 987 Ridge Rd, Finksburg, MD last sell?

987 Ridge Rd, Finksburg, MD last sold on Dec 30, 2004 for $288,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 987 Ridge Rd, Finksburg, MD?

987 Ridge Rd, Finksburg, MD has 2.5 bathrooms, 1,920 square feet of living space and a 1.81-acre lot.

When was 987 Ridge Rd, Finksburg, MD built?

987 Ridge Rd, Finksburg, MD was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 987 Ridge Rd, Finksburg, MD?

987 Ridge Rd, Finksburg, MD is assigned to Sandymount Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Shiloh Middle School (middle), rated A-; Westminster High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Carroll County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 987 Ridge Rd, Finksburg, MD compare to other homes in Finksburg 21048?

Among the 3,704 homes in Finksburg 21048, it is worth more than 35% of them ($464,705 against a typical $533,719), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($242 against a typical $276), it is bigger than 48% of them (1,920 ft² against a typical 1,963 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (1.81 ac against a typical 1.19 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1988 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Carroll County, it is worth more than 48% 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 987 Ridge Rd, Finksburg, MD?

The 2026 property tax bill for 987 Ridge Rd, Finksburg, MD was $4,050. The county assessed it at $363,633.

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