Why Live in Kent Narrows
Aptly named, Kent Narrows is a narrow strip of land surrounding Highway 50, just east of the Bay Bridge in Queen Anne’s County, Maryland. Waterfront homes here sit alongside marinas and restaurants overlooking the Chesapeake Bay and the Chester River. The neighborhood has a mix of full-time residents and snowbirds who move in for the summer, many of whom prefer boats to cars when getting around town. “Everything kind of revolves around the water – dining at waterfront restaurants, drinking at waterfront bars, fishing, boating, golfing as well,” says resident and Realtor Julia Stevens with Realty Navigator. Kent Narrows offers a mix of townhouses, single-family homes and condos, typically using traditional architecture, with about 80% of residents owning their homes. “We’re surrounded by water, so you will find a lot of waterfront homes in this area – anything from condos and townhouses to single-family,” Stevens says. “You’ll find it all here.” Waterfront property is most coveted in Kent Narrows, offering scenic views of the Chesapeake Bay and the Chester River alongside amenities like private docks and water access. Recent sales prices in Kent Narrows range from about $450,000 to
Home Trends in Kent Narrows, MD
On average, homes in Kent Narrows, Chester sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Kent Narrows, Chester over the last 12 months is $685,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$685,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$32,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$815,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$480,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$359
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median List Price
$685,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%