Is a car needed in La Plata, MD?

As of early 2026, 91% of users say car is needed

Is parking easy in La Plata, MD?

As of early 2026, 87% of users say parking is easy

Is La Plata, MD dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 82% of users say it's dog friendly

Are yards well-kept in La Plata, MD?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say yards are well-kept

Does La Plata, MD show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 70% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is La Plata, MD quiet?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say it's quiet

Do kids play outside in La Plata, MD?

As of early 2026, 68% of users say kids play outside

Is there wildlife in La Plata, MD?

As of early 2026, 62% of users say there's wildlife

Does La Plata, MD have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say there are sidewalks

Would people walk alone at night in La Plata, MD?

As of early 2026, 55% of users say people would walk alone at night

Do residents of La Plata, MD plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 52% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are the streets well-lit in La Plata, MD?

As of early 2026, 51% of users say streets are well-lit

Are neighbors friendly in La Plata, MD?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is La Plata, MD walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 49% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are there community events in La Plata, MD?

As of early 2026, 36% of users say there are community events

Is La Plata, MD walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

OFF MARKET

9171 Preference Dr
La Plata, MD 20646

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,808 sqft (on 5 acres)

$692,800

Trulia Estimate

as of Jun 8, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $4,150/mo*

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$692,800

Trulia Estimate

as of Jun 8, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $4,150/mo*

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4 Beds

4 Baths

3,808 sqft

(on 5 acres)

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Description

Don't hesitate. This is the one you have been waiting for. Classic center hall colonial on five acre lot. Estate style neighborhood. Timeless design that you will not find elsewhere. Over 3800 square feet of living space. Main and upper lever master suite. Freshly painted and flooring updates. Inground pool is ready for entertaining. For the car buff a huge three car garage with extra storage. This is a lot of home for the money and will not last long.

This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

Parking

Garage

Outdoor

Deck, Pool

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

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Listed

Less than a day ago

Home Details for 9171 Preference Dr

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood
Interior Details Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDisposalDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1977
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features DeckExterior: Brick
Pool Pool
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Detached

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 5.00 acres

Price History for 9171 Preference Dr

Date	Price	Event	Source
01/11/2021	$499,999	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 01/11/2021 Contract Date 08/31/2020 County Transfer Tax $25 Total Transfer Tax $50
08/31/2020	$500,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 08/31/2020 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
08/11/2020	$499,999	Pending	Agent Provided

08/07/2020	$499,999	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

08/03/2018	$449,950	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

06/20/2018	$449,950	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $25,050 (-5%)
05/30/2018	$475,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

08/25/2008	$550,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 08/25/2008 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A

Market trends in La Plata

Last updated April 2026

Avg. sale price

$435K

$9.17KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

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Price per sq ft

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Available listings

112

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2025
Tax	$8,967
Assessment	$645,400

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 9171 Preference Dr

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
9163 Preference Dr, La Plata, MD	0.27	Single-Family Home	$600,000	08/20/25	5	2.5	3,864
8580 Crain Hwy, La Plata, MD	0.41	Single-Family Home	$530,000	04/13/26	5	2.5	2,428
7815 Sunnehanna Ct, Port Tobacco, MD	0.96	Single-Family Home	$815,000	09/26/25	5	3.5	4,260
9484 Canary Dr, Bel Alton, MD	0.85	Single-Family Home	$455,000	11/03/25	3	2	1,872
9010 Basswood Run, Bel Alton, MD	1.43	Single-Family Home	$634,000	12/03/25	5	2.5	3,078
7795 Locust Pl, Port Tobacco, MD	1.25	Single-Family Home	$835,000	02/27/26	6	4.5	5,064
8690 Fairground Rd, Bel Alton, MD	0.95	Single-Family Home	$275,000	07/01/25	4	2	1,623
9285 Old Stagecoach Rd, La Plata, MD	1.06	Single-Family Home	$299,000	06/03/26	3	1	1,350
9350 Slidell Pl, La Plata, MD	0.61	Single-Family Home	$321,500	09/30/25	2	2	795
9680 Johnsontown Rd, La Plata, MD	0.86	Single-Family Home	$258,000	06/11/25	3	2	1,534

Nearby homes

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OFF MARKET
Est. $662,300
5 bd
3 ba
3,588 sqft
9156 Preference Dr,
La Plata, MD 20646
CENTURY 21 New Millennium
OFF MARKET
Est. $488,100
3 bd
3 ba
2,050 sqft
9180 Preference Dr,
La Plata, MD 20646
EXP Realty, LLC
OFF MARKET
Est. $487,000
3 bd
2.5 ba
1,708 sqft
8345 Ardene Ln,
La Plata, MD 20646
RE/MAX One
OFF MARKET
8160 Crain Hwy,
La Plata, MD 20646
CENTURY 21 Commercial New Millennium
SOLD
AUG 20, 2025
$600,000
5 bd
2.5 ba
3,864 sqft
9163 Preference Dr,
La Plata, MD 20646
Keller Williams Realty
OFF MARKET
Est. $659,400
5 bd
3.5 ba
3,500 sqft
9155 Preference Dr,
La Plata, MD 20646
Redfin Corp
OFF MARKET
Est. $345,600
2 bd
1 ba
846 sqft
8140 Fairground Rd,
La Plata, MD 20646
RE/MAX One
OFF MARKET
Est. $354,300
35,244 sqft
9270 Sadie Ln,
La Plata, MD 20646
RE/MAX One
FOR SALE
5.5 ACRES
$399,000
8080 Crain Hwy,
La Plata, MD 20646
RE/MAX One
OFF MARKET
Est. $397,800
3 bd
2 ba
1,646 sqft
8400 E Crain Hwy,
La Plata, MD 20646
RE/MAX Realty Group
SOLD
APR 13, 2026
$530,000
5 bd
2.5 ba
2,428 sqft
8580 Crain Hwy,
La Plata, MD 20646
RE/MAX Realty Group
OFF MARKET
Est. $471,000
4 bd
3.5 ba
2,358 sqft
9140 Lindy Ln,
La Plata, MD 20646
Coldwell Banker Jay Lilly Real Estate

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about La Plata

At least 106 Trulia users voted on each feature.

91 % Say car is needed
87 % Say parking is easy
82 % Say it's dog friendly
79 % Say yards are well-kept
70 % Say there's holiday spirit
69 % Say it's quiet
68 % Say kids play outside
62 % Say there's wildlife
61 % Say there are sidewalks
55 % Say people would walk alone at night
52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
51 % Say streets are well-lit
50 % Say neighbors are friendly
49 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
36 % Say there are community events
33 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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Janeen Brown
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1y ago
"I just enjoy the peace and quiet. Friendly neighbors and the beautiful scenery makes living here a dream. "
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Pastor Antoinne Jackson
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1y ago
"I love in Waldorf (St. Charles) and this community has some of the best events on holidays and even during random breaks. They have food trucks and sometimes they also have bouncy houses and games for kids of all ages. Fieldside community has some of the most unforgettable events that brings the community together. "
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Sarah A. E.
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5y ago
"Most people are very responsible with they’re dogs, and when a lost dog is found the community is very good about coming together and trying to find the owner. "
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Denise A.
Resident
6y ago
"Good schools are out here. Neighborhoods are safe enough to allow your child to be able to play outside. "
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Trulia User
Resident
6y ago
"My neighborhood is very quite. I rarely see my neighbors. It feels safe enough to keep doors and sheds unlocked if you wish."
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Lequanda H.
Resident
6y ago
"It’s a nice and low key area for families. My kids enjoy the area and the schools . It a lot of playgrounds and good activities for the children to do"
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Sgtpen
Resident
7y ago
"Town holds many events through the year for every season. A great place for a family to live. Also many local neighborhood events."
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Glenitaj
Resident
7y ago
"There are several families with children, good schools and churches nearby. This is a "walkable" suburban neighborhood, close to food, shopping, and other amenities, commuter buses available nearby. "
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Designstudiosteph
Resident
7y ago
"Good. I work from home so I don’t commute and my husband works on base that’s only 10 to 15 mins away from us. "
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James Sedberry
Prev. Resident
7y ago
"quite and kid friendly, the only down fall is to many people park on the street hard to get down the street to your house."
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Eileen G.
Visitor
7y ago
"I see people walking their dogs in the neighborhood. They will love the fields so their dog can run around "
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Desire N. B.
Resident
7y ago
"Nice and quiet. Plenty of preschool options and activities for young families. It also helps that there is a target in town and a mall with a play area about 20 minutes north of la plata."
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James B. T.
Resident
7y ago
"I like the people I see my neighborhood and I like people it’s not a lot of problems but we do have problems It mostly goes both ways but I like la plata. I try to help others Stay out of trouble and help them to get somewhere they need to go try to keep him out of jail"
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glenita j.
Resident
7y ago
"I've lived in this neighborhood about 10 years, it's desirable because it's a walkable neighborhood, which is rare for a suburban location."
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David
12y ago
"Very good public shools in LaPlata. Easy access to stores/shops. Country setting low crime. Easy commute to DC/NAVSea/Indian Head/Andrews or Patuxent River. "
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LoveCharlesCounty
12y ago
"We purchased in the area because it's safe for my elderly dad and he can walk to all conveniences. Friendly people around, and area close to Town Hall and events."
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LoveCharlesCounty
12y ago
"We bought here because it's convenient and safe for my dad, he can walk to conveniences and it's clean, and we have not been disappointed!"
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Gregory H.
12y ago
"Great place to raise kids. Plenty of sports and activities. Boating and watersports, state parks, excellent schools, seafood restaurants, race tracks, motocross, swimming, golf courses, shopping mauls are within minutes."
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Apartments for Rent

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PET FRIENDLY
INCOME RESTRICTED
$1,158/mo
1 bd
1 ba
101 Wesley Dr #f800a7d09,
La Plata, MD 20646
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FURNISHED
ROOM FOR RENT
$995/mo
1 bd
1 ba
7650 Carley Dr #1,
Pt Tobacco, MD 20677
PET FRIENDLY
$1,950/mo
2 bd
1 ba
208 Saint Marys Ave #E,
La Plata, MD 20646
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1-2 ba
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La Plata, MD 20646
PET FRIENDLY
INCOME RESTRICTED
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1 bd
1 ba
101 Wesley Dr #f800a7d09,
La Plata, MD 20646
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La Plata, MD 20646
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1,100 sqft
1023 Savanna Dr #BASEMENT,
La Plata, MD 20646
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3.5 ba
1,880 sqft
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La Plata, MD 20646
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$4,800/mo
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4 ba
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9391 Prickly Holly Pl,
La Plata, MD 20646
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1 ba
842 sqft
105 Charles St,
La Plata, MD 20646
PET FRIENDLY
$3,700/mo
3 bd
3 ba
2,778 sqft
900 Hickory Cir,
La Plata, MD 20646
PET FRIENDLY
$1,750/mo
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1 ba
324 sqft
145 Quailwood Pkwy #3,
La Plata, MD 20646
PET FRIENDLY
$1,850/mo
1 bd
1 ba
406 sqft
145 Quailwood Pkwy #1,
La Plata, MD 20646
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Homes for sale near 9171 Preference Dr

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COMING SOON 6/22
4.42 ACRES
$875,000
5 bd
5 ba
5,888 sqft
8425 Mausen Ln,
La Plata, MD 20646
CENTURY 21 New Millennium
4 ACRES
$650,000
4 bd
3.5 ba
3,186 sqft
7875 Locust Pl,
Port Tobacco, MD 20677
RE/MAX Excellence Realty
COMING SOON 6/20
2.02 ACRES
$985,000
5 bd
5.5 ba
5,508 sqft
9015 Katie Ct,
Port Tobacco, MD 20677
RE/MAX One
2.08 ACRES
$630,000
4 bd
3 ba
2,610 sqft
8809 Dove Dr,
Bel Alton, MD 20611
CENTURY 21 New Millennium
COMING SOON 6/26
2.49 ACRES
$599,999
4 bd
3 ba
2,872 sqft
9195 Balsam Run,
Bel Alton, MD 20611
Infinitas Realty Group
2.35 ACRES
$624,000
4 bd
3.5 ba
3,432 sqft
8980 Spicewood Run,
Bel Alton, MD 20611
CENTURY 21 New Millennium
2.73 ACRES
$749,900
6 bd
4.5 ba
5,549 sqft
8845 Locust Grove Dr,
Port Tobacco, MD 20677
CENTURY 21 New Millennium
FORECLOSURE
1 ACRE
$150,000
2 bd
1 ba
1,792 sqft
9310 Slidell Pl,
La Plata, MD 20646
Purvis Realty Group, LLC.
5.46 ACRES
$999,900
5 bd
3.5 ba
5,232 sqft
8535 Acoustic Ln,
Port Tobacco, MD 20677
Stonegate Realty Group, LLC
5 ACRES
$1,350,000
8 bd
6.5 ba
8,198 sqft
7635 Carley Dr,
Port Tobacco, MD 20677
Redfin Corp
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Off Market Homes Near 9171 Preference Dr

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SOLD
JUN 5, 2026
$500,000
4 bd
3.5 ba
3,474 sqft
1012 Llano Dr,
La Plata, MD 20646
RE/MAX One
SOLD
JUN 4, 2026
$428,000
3 bd
3.5 ba
1,998 sqft
16 Mustang Dr,
La Plata, MD 20646
Compass
SOLD
JUN 4, 2026
$494,990
4 bd
3.5 ba
1,953 sqft
286 Long Branch Ln,
La Plata, MD 20646
D.R. Horton Realty of Virginia, LLC
SOLD
JUN 2, 2026
$589,900
5 bd
4.5 ba
3,384 sqft
310 Spruce St,
La Plata, MD 20646
Coldwell Banker Realty
SOLD
JUN 2, 2026
$525,000
3 bd
3 ba
2,456 sqft
7425 Simms Landing Rd,
Port Tobacco, MD 20677
JPAR Real Estate Professionals
SOLD
JUN 2, 2026
$375,000
2 bd
2 ba
1,549 sqft
6 Gramby Ct,
La Plata, MD 20646
Fairfax Realty Premier
SOLD
JUN 1, 2026
$550,000
4 bd
3.5 ba
2,254 sqft
105 Quailwood Pkwy,
La Plata, MD 20646
RE/MAX Realty Group
SOLD
MAY 29, 2026
$625,000
5 bd
3.5 ba
3,427 sqft
615 Clarks Run Rd,
La Plata, MD 20646
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
SOLD
MAY 29, 2026
$439,900
4 bd
3 ba
1,848 sqft
10817 Charles St,
La Plata, MD 20646
Chesapeake Fine Homes, LLC.
SOLD
MAY 28, 2026
$430,000
3 bd
3 ba
2,323 sqft
55 Jockey Dr,
La Plata, MD 20646
Compass
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Homes for rent near 9171 Preference Dr

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APPLY INSTANTLY
$2,000/mo
2 bd
1 ba
1,432 sqft
9486 Canary Dr,
Bel Alton, MD 20611
NEW - 2 DAYS AGO
PET FRIENDLY
$3,400/mo
4 bd
3.5 ba
1,880 sqft
519 Swift Heron Ave,
La Plata, MD 20646
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PET FRIENDLY
FURNISHED
ROOM FOR RENT
$1,500/mo
2 bd
3 ba
Room
231 Charleston Ct,
La Plata, MD 20646
$4,800/mo
5 bd
4 ba
109 Quail Ct,
La Plata, MD 20646
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9171 Preference Dr, La Plata, MD 20646 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,808 sqft single-family home built in 1977. This property is not currently available for sale. 9171 Preference Dr was last sold on Jan 11, 2021 for $499,999. The current Trulia Estimate for 9171 Preference Dr is $692,800.

9171 Preference Dr
La Plata, MD 20646

$692,800

$692,800

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