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#: MDAA2055062
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
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/28/2023 | Sold | $617,500+2.9%$290/sqft |
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| 3/25/2023 | Pending sale | $599,900$282/sqft |
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| 3/17/2023 | Contingent | $599,900$282/sqft |
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| 3/11/2023 | Listed for sale | $599,900+179%$282/sqft |
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| 10/2/2014 | Sold | $215,000+19.5%$101/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax 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
- 7/10Central Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2 mi
- 8/10Central Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 8/10South River High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
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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