The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 21782 sells for about $389,999, or $223 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,124 a month.
ZIP 21782 — Sharpsburg
The Sharpsburg housing market remains stable with a median home value of approximately $295,900 and consistent demand for single-family homes. Recent sales data shows a range of activity, with prices reflecting the area's rural appeal and historical significance. Market conditions are driven by limited inventory and steady interest from buyers seeking a traditional suburban lifestyle.
This ZIP is ideal for families and those seeking a quiet, historical, and rural-suburban lifestyle, offering a more affordable entry point compared to larger Maryland metros.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 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 3.1% · poverty 2.7% — 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 6.1%/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 5.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 21782, Washington County MD
Sharpsburg maintains a traditional, low-density suburban atmosphere with crime rates generally lower than the regional average for Washington County.
Schools serving the area are part of the Washington County Public Schools system, which generally provides stable, community-focused educational environments.
The area has a very low FEMA risk rating, though residents should monitor flood risks near the Potomac River and Antietam Creek.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to Hagerstown and regional tourism related to the Antietam National Battlefield, with limited new large-scale commercial development.
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.
Commuters primarily rely on MD-34 and MD-65 for access to Hagerstown, with most residents driving to employment centers in the surrounding county.
The area is anchored by the Antietam National Battlefield, offering extensive trails, historical sites, and outdoor recreation, with basic shopping available in nearby towns.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy and steady demand, with a mix of long-term rentals and limited short-term housing options.
The local economy is supported by tourism, agriculture, and small-scale local businesses, with many residents commuting to Hagerstown for larger employment opportunities.
Transportation is primarily automobile-dependent, with no significant public transit infrastructure serving the immediate ZIP code.
Development is largely restricted to small-scale residential infill, with no major commercial or infrastructure projects currently under construction.
Washington County utilizes a triennial assessment cycle for property tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to standard county and municipal tax districts, with no significant MUD or PID structures reported.
Property insurance premiums are generally stable, though proximity to flood-prone areas near the river may impact specific parcel rates.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA 21782 profiles.
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.
A major historical site and recreational anchor for the region.
Provides fishing, boating, and scenic access points.
Deterministic aggregate of 1 researched property in this ZIP (latest reading each) — each property weighs one; per point, properties lacking the value are excluded. Property-level records (taxes, scores, permits) never roll individually.
No county-record distress flags across 1 researched property on the ARED base layer. Key-figure check: median price diverges 136.6% from the nearest retained anchor (researched-property base layer) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict.