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Sold for $617,500 on 04/28/23
  • $617,500

    525 Fern Rd, Riva, MD 21140

    3beds
    2,131sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1940
    0.68 Acres Lot
    $601,000 Zestimate®
    $290/sqft
    $3,116 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $601,000

    $541,000 - $661,000

    $3,116/mo

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    What's special

    Amazing and stylishly updated home on large private lot in prime location in sought-after water privileged Sylvan Shores Forest! Main level open floor plan is flooded with light with stunning tile flooring throughout,. True cooks kitchen with vaulted ceilings, skylights and bank of windows making cooking and entertaining a delight. Butcher block counter top, custom wood open shelving, tile backsplash, commercial refrigerator and separate freezer. Kitchen flows into dining and dining flows wraparound deck and living. Great details including exquisite matching interior doors with translucent glass. Perfectly chosen features such as ceiling fan/lighting combo and lots of recessed lighting. UV shades tailored on all windows. Main level living with gorgeous full bath. Large custom stairwell with craftsman-made iron railing leads to whole level primary suite with pretty pine floors, a gorgeous tile bath with oversized shower, double sinks and walk in closet by California Closets and lighted hidden storage. Exterior features custom stone and medal work and extensive landscape lighting to illuminate the beautiful grounds. Fenced yard for pets. All new lighting and fixtures and recessed lighting. Heating and cooling all new in 2019 including ducting. Separate work shed with electric. Outstanding community amenities include beach, club house, boat launch, boat slips for rent, ball field, playground, small craft racks, walking trails. Crazy convenient location minutes to commuter routes, shopping, restaurants and Historic downtown Annapolis. Special Tax District.

    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: May 03, 2023 at 08:16am

    Listed by:

    Alex Tower Sears 443-254-5661,

    TTR Sotheby's International Realty,

    Listing Team: The Tower Team Of Ttr Sotheby's International Realty

    Bought with:

    Bryan Gamble, 531296

    Gamble Realty, Inc

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDAA2055062MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Oil, Electric
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Ductless, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Electric Water Heater
    Features
    • Kitchen - Country, Floor Plan - Traditional, Paneled Walls, Dry Wall
    • Flooring: Slate, Wood, Tile/Brick
    • Doors: Storm Door(s)
    • Windows: Vinyl Clad, Insulated Windows, Screens, Storm Window(s)
    • Basement: Other
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,131
    • Total interior livable area: 2,131 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,131

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 12
    • Parking features: Circular Driveway, Gravel, Driveway
    • Uncovered spaces: 12
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    • Exterior features: Flood Lights
    • Pool features: None
    • Waterfront features: River, Swimming Allowed, Private Access, Canoe/Kayak, Boat - Powered, Sail, Waterski/Wakeboard, Fishing Allowed
    • Body of water: Beards Creek / South River
    Lot
    • Size: 0.68 Acres
    • Features: Additional Lot(s), Corner Lot, Wooded
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade
    • Parcel number: 020175105402601
    • Zoning: R2
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Contemporary
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Concrete, Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Other
    Condition
    • Very Good
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1940
    • Major remodel year: 2019

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Available

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Riva
    • Subdivision: Sylvan Shores Forest

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    • Amenities included: Beach Access, Community Center, Pier/Dock, Boat Ramp, Water/Lake Privileges, Baseball Field, Tot Lots/Playground
    • Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Pier/Dock Maintenance
    • Association name: SYLVAN SHORES

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    4/28/2023Sold$617,500+2.9%$290/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDAA2055062
    3/25/2023Pending sale$599,900$282/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDAA2055062
    3/17/2023Contingent$599,900$282/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDAA2055062
    3/11/2023Listed for sale$599,900+179%$282/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDAA2055062
    10/2/2014Sold$215,000+19.5%$101/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025-- $411,367 +15.7%
    2024$3,894 +18.9%$355,633 +18.6%
    2023$3,275 +5.8%$299,900 +1.2%

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 21140

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Central
    • Middle: Central
    • High: South River
    • District: Anne Arundel 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.

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