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$4,722,037$535 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $4,635,000 on Apr 11, 2023

SHIELDED DR

BETHESDA, MD 20817
8.5
Baths
8,825 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2022
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$4.7M
$4.5M low$5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$4,635,000 · Apr 11, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$53,884 (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.$4,850,533 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$4,564,467
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$5,136,600

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.24
71
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
34
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.43 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bi-Level
CountyMONTGOMERY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 396 ft²ElevatorPatio · 250 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Burning Tree Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.4 mi
M
Thomas W. Pyle Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi
H
Walt Whitman High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Montgomery County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20817These 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.55
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.38

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.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
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.40,313
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,841 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$210,780
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$275,491
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 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

Shielded 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Montgomery County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Among the largest homes in Montgomery County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Among the newest homes in Montgomery County

What homes are worth in Bethesda 20817

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

This home
$230K$3.4M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Bethesda 20817.

How it measures up in Bethesda 20817

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bethesda 20817.

Estimated value$4,722,037
CheaperTypical $1,301,424Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$535
CheaperTypical $421Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area8,825 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,830 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built2022
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 96% of homes nearby

How Shielded Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBethesda 20817Montgomery County
Estimated valuepricier than$4,722,037almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$53582% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than8,825 ft²98% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac85% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than202296% of homesalmost all homes

About Shielded Dr

How much is Shielded Dr, Bethesda, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for Shielded Dr, Bethesda, MD is $4,722,037 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $4,484,679 to $4,959,394. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did Shielded Dr, Bethesda, MD last sell?

Shielded Dr, Bethesda, MD last sold on Apr 11, 2023 for $4,635,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is Shielded Dr, Bethesda, MD?

Shielded Dr, Bethesda, MD has 8.5 bathrooms, 8,825 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was Shielded Dr, Bethesda, MD built?

Shielded Dr, Bethesda, MD was built in 2022, making it 4 years old. It is a bi-level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve Shielded Dr, Bethesda, MD?

Shielded Dr, Bethesda, MD is assigned to Burning Tree Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Thomas W. Pyle Middle School (middle), rated A+; Walt Whitman High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Montgomery County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does Shielded Dr, Bethesda, MD compare to other homes in Bethesda 20817?

Among the 13,879 homes in Bethesda 20817, it is worth more than almost all of them ($4,722,037 against a typical $1,301,424), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($535 against a typical $421), it is bigger than 98% of them (8,825 ft² against a typical 2,830 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 96% of them (2022 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Montgomery County, it is worth more than almost all 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 Shielded Dr, Bethesda, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for Shielded Dr, Bethesda, MD was $53,884. The county assessed it at $4,850,533.

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