For sale

$549,900

3720 Payne Rd, Preston, MD 21655

4beds

2,304sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence

Built in 1977

18.59 Acres Lot

$533,400 Zestimate^®

$239/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Charming farmhouse-style homeSpacious yardPrivacy and natural beauty

Welcome to your private countryside retreat on over 18 acres in the heart of Caroline County. This charming farmhouse-style home offers 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths with over 2,300 sq ft of living space, combining comfort and functionality in a peaceful rural setting. The property features a mix of open land and wooded acreage, including over 6 acres in Forest Conservation, providing both privacy and natural beauty. Enjoy outdoor living with a spacious yard, and plenty of room for gardening, recreation, or future improvements. With no HOA and ample space for a barn or hobby farm, this property offers incredible flexibility for a variety of lifestyles. Conveniently located just minutes from Preston, approximately 15 minutes to Easton, and about an hour to Maryland and Delaware beaches. A rare opportunity to own a versatile property with acreage, privacy, and potential — perfect for those seeking country living with easy access to nearby towns and amenities.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 2
1/2 bathrooms: 1
Main level bathrooms: 1

Basement

Area: 0

Heating

Heat Pump, Electric

Cooling

Other, Electric

Appliances

Included: Water Heater

Features

Has basement: No
Number of fireplaces: 1

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,304
Total interior livable area: 2,304 sqft
Finished area above ground: 2,304
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Attached, Driveway
Attached garage spaces: 2
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 18.59 Acres

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Parcel number: 0604003845
Zoning: C2
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Farmhouse/National Folk
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Block

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1977

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Private Septic Tank
Water: Private, Well

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: None Available

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Preston

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $239/sqft
Tax assessed value: $405,600
Annual tax amount: $4,109
Date on market: 5/12/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing terms: FHA,Cash,Conventional,VA Loan,USDA Loan
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$533,400

$507,000 - $560,000

$2,895/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
5/12/2026	Listed for sale	$549,900+37.5%$239/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #MDCM2007252 Report a problem
1/5/2024	Sold	$400,000-10.9%$174/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #MDCM2003320 Report a problem
10/31/2023	Contingent	$449,000$195/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #MDCM2003320 Report a problem
10/21/2023	Price change	$449,000-4.3%$195/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #MDCM2003320 Report a problem
10/4/2023	Price change	$469,000-2.1%$204/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #MDCM2003320 Report a problem
9/4/2023	Listed for sale	$479,000-8.8%$208/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #MDCM2003320 Report a problem
9/20/2022	Listing removed	$525,000$228/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #MDCM2001236 Report a problem
5/26/2022	Listed for sale	$525,000-4.5%$228/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #MDCM2001236 Report a problem
3/31/2022	Contingent	$549,900$239/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #MDCM2001244 Report a problem
3/28/2022	Pending sale	$549,900$239/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #MDCM2001244 Report a problem
3/15/2022	Price change	$549,900-8.3%$239/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #MDCM2001244 Report a problem
3/7/2022	Price change	$599,900-7.7%$260/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #MDCM2001236 Report a problem
2/26/2022	Listed for sale	$649,900+261.1%$282/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #MDCM2001236 Report a problem
9/7/2001	Sold	$180,000$78/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,109 +12%	$370,833 +10.3%
2024	$3,670 +11.5%	$336,067 +11.5%
2023	$3,290 +3.8%	$301,300
2022	$3,171 +3.9%	$301,300 +7.8%
2021	$3,051 +4.1%	$279,433 +4.1%
2020	$2,932	$268,500
2019	$2,932	$268,500
2018	$2,932 -0.5%	$268,500 -0.5%
2017	$2,947 -5.6%	$269,900 +0.2%
2016	$3,123	$269,400 +0.2%
2015	$3,123	$268,900 +0.2%
2014	$3,123	$268,400
2013	--	$268,400
2012	--	$268,400 -19.3%
2011	--	$332,780 +5.2%
2010	--	$316,236 +5.5%
2009	--	$299,693 +5.8%
2008	--	$283,150 +8.2%
2007	--	$261,612 +9%
2006	--	$240,076 +21.4%
2005	--	$197,800
2004	--	$197,800
2003	--	$197,800 -9.2%
2002	--	$217,770 +0.4%
2001	--	$216,836

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