Set quietly within 12 picturesque acres overlooking a peaceful creek, Tower Hill Retreat offers an extraordinary opportunity to experience refined country living in a natural setting. This impressive estate features 5 bedrooms (with potential for a sixth) and 5 full and 2 half bathrooms in a thoughtfully designed and exceptionally versatile floor plan. Rich hardwood and tile flooring extend throughout the main level of the home while dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows invite abundant natural light and frame captivating views of the surrounding woodland landscape. Multiple living areas throughout the original section of the home provide comfortable gathering spaces, while the substantial Ripple Brothers addition creates expansive living areas ideal for entertaining, recreation, or extended family living. For automotive enthusiasts, hobbyists, or those needing exceptional storage, the property offers eight garage bays, including a detached three-car garage with loft space featuring plumbing and electric—presenting an incredible opportunity for a future guest suite, au pair quarters, or private studio. Thoughtfully cared for grounds surround the home; a private nature retreat where peaceful creek views, mature trees, and beautifully maintained yard space provide an unparalleled sense of serenity.
Sold for $1,100,000
$1,100,000
20045 Tower Hill Rd, Leonardtown, MD 20650
5beds
7,376sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1973
12 Acres Lot
$1,100,300 Zestimate®
$149/sqft
$4,542 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,100,300
$1.05M - $1.16M
$4,542/mo
Zestimate® history
Loading...
Owner options
List your home for rent
$4,542/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Find your next renter with Zillow Rental Manager. Plus, with online applications, you can quickly screen prospective tenants – for free.
Learn more$4,542/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Refinance and save
$6,941/mo
Est. payment
Refinancing to a lower rate could help reduce your monthly payments and save thousands over the life of the loan.
See today's rates$6,941/mo
Est. payment
Explore your selling options
Work with a Zillow partner agent
Leverage their expertise and Zillow's premium Showcase listings to get your home seen by more buyers.
Get startedList with your own agent
Get your home in front of millions of buyers by listing it on Zillow.
Learn how to do itSell it yourself
Take full control of how buyers see your home on Zillow by listing For Sale by Owner (FSBO).
List your homeWhat's special
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Barbara Stellway 240-298-9191,
KW Metro Center
Bought with:
Karen Taylor, 0225265559
JPAR Real Estate Professionals
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDSM2029738
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 4
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump, Zoned, Other, Electric, Geothermal, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Geothermal, Heat Pump, Programmable Thermostat, Zoned, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Ice Maker, Double Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Six Burner Stove, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit, Main Level, Has Laundry
Features
- Additional Stairway, Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Double/Dual Staircase, Entry Level Bedroom, Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Country, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Dry Wall, Beamed Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood, Terrazzo, Tile/Brick, Wood
- Doors: French Doors, Six Panel
- Windows: Double Hung, Skylight(s), Storm Window(s), Wood Frames, Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Combination,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Sump Pump,Walk-Out Access,Windows,Workshop,Shelving,Rear Entrance,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Mantel(s), Decorative, Stone, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,376
- Total interior livable area: 7,376 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 7,376
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 14
- Parking features: Storage, Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Oversized, Attached, Detached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 8
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Exterior features: Boat Storage, Lighting, Flood Lights, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Creek/Stream, Scenic Vista
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
- Waterfront features: None
- Body of water: Poplar Hill Creek
- Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 820
Lot
- Size: 12 Acres
- Features: Backs to Trees, Fishing Available, Cul-De-Sac, Hunting Available, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Level, No Thru Street, Not In Development, Wooded, Private, Rural, Stream/Creek, Tidal Wetland
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Additional parcels included: Property is tucked away at the beginning of Tower Hill Road. Incredibly private yet close to all amenities,
- Parcel number: 1903040275
- Zoning: RPD
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Brick, Stone
- Foundation: Slab, Block, Wood
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1973
- Major remodel year: 2007
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Private, Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Leonardtown
- Subdivision: Tower Hill
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $200 annually
- Services included: Road Maintenance
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2026 | Sold | $1,100,000-24.1%$149/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDSM2029738 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2026 | Pending sale | $1,450,000$197/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDSM2029738 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2026 | Contingent | $1,450,000$197/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDSM2029738 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000$197/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDSM2029738 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,729 -14.3% | $1,003,900 +6.8% |
| 2024 | $9,023 +7.3% | $940,100 +7.3% |
| 2023 | $8,411 +7.9% | $876,300 +7.9% |
| 2022 | $7,798 +3.8% | $812,500 +3.8% |
| 2021 | $7,510 +4% | $782,467 +4% |
| 2020 | $7,222 +4.2% | $752,433 +4.2% |
| 2019 | $6,934 +1.2% | $722,400 +1.2% |
| 2018 | $6,850 +0.3% | $713,667 +1.2% |
| 2017 | $6,831 +63.9% | $704,933 +1.3% |
| 2016 | $4,167 | $696,200 +3.4% |
| 2015 | $4,167 | $673,400 +3.5% |
| 2014 | $4,167 | $650,600 +3.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $627,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $627,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $627,800 +26.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $495,020 +10.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $447,510 +11.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $400,000 +13.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $352,490 +7.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $326,722 +8.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $300,956 +9.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $275,190 +3.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $266,950 +3.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $258,710 +3.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $250,470 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 20650
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Piney Point Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 4.2 mi
- 8/10Leonardtown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.3 mi
- 5/10Leonardtown High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Leonardtown
- High: Leonardtown
- District: St. Marys County Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$1,100,300
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$1,100,300
- Maryland
- Saint Marys County
- Leonardtown
- 20650
- 20045 Tower Hill Rd