Land Survey Costs in Prince George's County
Prince George's County is Maryland's second most populous county and the largest DC suburb on the eastern side. Survey costs here range from $650 to $1,400 for a standard boundary survey, sitting slightly below Montgomery County but still above rural Maryland averages.
Location surveys for mortgage and title purposes cost $400 to $700. ALTA surveys for commercial transactions along the Route 1 corridor, Route 50, and near Joint Base Andrews start at $2,500.
Cost Factors in Prince George's County
Neighborhood Age and Subdivision Type
Prince George's County has a mix of older close-in suburbs and newer suburban growth. Hyattsville, College Park, Greenbelt, and Bladensburg were developed in the early-to-mid 20th century. These neighborhoods have well-documented subdivision plats but sometimes involve narrow lots, small setbacks, and dense neighboring structures. Bowie, Laurel, and Upper Marlboro have newer developments with cleaner modern plats and standard lot configurations.
Anacostia and Patuxent River Floodplains
Properties near the Anacostia River in areas like Bladensburg, Hyattsville, and the lower Anacostia watershed may require additional floodplain research. The Patuxent River forms the eastern border of the county, and its tributaries create flood zones in rural and suburban areas of Bowie and the southern county.
Large Lot and Rural Parcels
The southern portion of Prince George's County is more rural, with larger lot sizes. Fort Washington, Accokeek, and the Piscataway area have properties with older deed descriptions that require more research time. Waterfront properties along the Potomac River in Fort Washington and Piscataway carry additional complexity.
Common Survey Types
- Boundary survey: $650 to $1,400
- Location survey: $400 to $700
- Elevation certificate: $400 to $750, for properties near Anacostia or Patuxent flood zones
- ALTA survey: $2,500 to $5,500 for commercial transactions
Find a Licensed Surveyor in Prince George's County
Search our land surveyor directory for Prince George's County to find licensed professionals near your property. All listings are sourced from state licensing records.