The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 21719 sells for about $279,939, or $185 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 47 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,360 a month.
ZIP 21719
The Cascade housing market remains stable with limited inventory and moderate price growth. Demand is driven by buyers seeking rural settings within commuting distance of Hagerstown, though the lack of new development keeps transaction volume low. Figures for active listings and price cuts are based on current portal data, while demographic and tax data are sourced from the most recent ACS and county records.
This ZIP fits budget-conscious family buyers and outdoor enthusiasts who prioritize access to nature and rural living over proximity to urban amenities.
Median prices moved up 2.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 47 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 8.9% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 1.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 21719, Washington County MD
Schools serving the Cascade area are part of the Washington County Public Schools system, which maintains standard regional performance metrics.
The area is subject to standard regional risks including seasonal weather events; property insurance remains available but reflects typical Maryland hazard exposure.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Hagerstown employment corridor, with limited new residential development occurring within the immediate ZIP boundaries.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Maryland) — Maryland Real Property Assessment and Taxation: Property is assessed at its phased-in use value. The tax is calculated by multiplying the assessed value by the applicable state and local tax rates.
Residents primarily commute via MD-77 and MD-418 toward Hagerstown or toward the Frederick employment hubs, with travel times typically exceeding 30 minutes.
The area features proximity to Pen Mar Park and the Appalachian Trail, offering significant outdoor recreation, though local shopping and dining options are limited.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and steady demand from commuters, with rents trending upward in line with the broader Hagerstown metro area.
The local economy is anchored by the broader Hagerstown-Martinsburg metro area, with significant employment in logistics, manufacturing, and healthcare.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with limited public transit options available for commuting to major employment centers.
There are no major large-scale commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction within the 21719 ZIP code.
The Washington County assessment office conducts periodic reassessments of residential properties to determine taxable value.
Parcels are served by Washington County Public Schools and standard county utility districts.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though homeowners should account for regional weather-related risks.
Maryland operates as a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court oversight for the foreclosure process.
Maryland law requires sellers to provide a residential property disclosure statement covering the condition of the home's major systems.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
Historic park offering scenic views of the Cumberland Valley and access to the Appalachian Trail.
Major national scenic trail passing through the area, providing extensive hiking opportunities.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.