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Chesapeake Beach

Chesapeake Beach

Located in Calvert County

$514,390 Average Value
$214 Average Price per Sq Ft
15 Homes For Sale

Chesapeake Beach is a growing destination on the shores of Maryland

When Realtor Conor Stueckler of Keller Williams moved back home from New York City, he says people thought he was crazy. But looking at all that's happening in Chesapeake Beach, it becomes clear that Stueckler made no sacrifices in leaving the big city behind. "Chesapeake Beach is on a huge upswing," says Stueckler. "It gives you walkability, and the development, both commercially and residentially, has really been incredible to watch." Chesapeake Beach is more than your run-of-the-mill beach town. It is quickly becoming a destination cultural hub on the upper Chesapeake Bay thanks to its active lifestyle, exciting amenities and valuable investments.

Waterside living includes townhomes, bungalows and colonials

Chesapeake Beach is one of the "twin beaches" of the Chesapeake Bay, the other being its neighbor, North Beach. Chesapeake Beach is a healthy mix of residential streets and commercial strips that extends south along the Bay to Plum Point. Denser development is located at the town's north end, where Bayside Avenue crosses over Fishing Creek, while the south end is mainly residential. The town has a wide range of home designs, with most of them sitting on small lots. Everything from contemporary townhouses to pastel-colored bungalows to Dutch colonial split-levels sells in Chesapeake Beach at an impressively low range of prices for a beach town less than 40 miles outside of D.C. The median for a single-family home in Chesapeake Beach sits just below $500,000, but it's not uncommon to see homes selling anywhere from a mid-$300,000 to a low $600,000.

Chesapeake Beach ranch houses: Quintessential coastal living charm.
Chesapeake Beach ranch houses: Quintessential coastal living charm.
Chesapeake Beach's coastal charm embodied in stylish townhomes.
Chesapeake Beach's coastal charm embodied in stylish townhomes.
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Local schools have standout teachers and green initiatives

Calvert County School District is among the top-performing districts in Maryland and is the first and only school district in the Blue Crab State to achieve a 100% green school status. Beach Elementary is where most students in town begin their education, which earns a B-plus score from Niche. Most students then move on to Windy Hill Middle, which earns an A-minus score from Niche. Finally, Northern High earns an A-minus score from Niche thanks to its excellent teaching staff, one of whom was a finalist for the Washington Post's 2023 Teacher of the Year award.

Young learners can experience shoreside learning at Beach Elementary.
Young learners can experience shoreside learning at Beach Elementary.
Students can continue their education at A- rated Windy Hill Middle School.
Students can continue their education at A- rated Windy Hill Middle School.
Teenagers round out their grade school education at Northern High School.
Teenagers round out their grade school education at Northern High School.
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Miles of shoreline to explore, with private beach access for residents

Serene waterscapes and estuaries are a stone's throw in almost any direction for town residents. Brownie's Beach is a popular spot for locals to visit for a beachside picnic while looking for sharks' teeth and shards of sea glass. However, the Beach was closed off to anyone who isn't a town resident in response to the COVID-19 pandemic – a rule that remains in effect. But there are many other shorelines and city parks if you don't live directly in town. If you'd like to honor America's veterans and get stunning views of the Bay all at once, swing over to Veterans Memorial Park on the water. If you're looking to do some freshwater angling, Fishing Creek has several locations to drop a line from, as well as access to the Chesapeake Beach Railway Trail. Though not yet entirely complete, the Trail is a work in progress of more than 20 years and will soon offer 28 continuous miles of scenic greenway across Southern Maryland. For now, use the sections of the Trail that do exist to ride your bike through the homes of fiddler crabs darting between patches of cordgrass and cattails while egrets and sand pipers watch from above.

Sandy serenity at Brownies Beach, a Chesapeake Beach escape.
Sandy serenity at Brownies Beach, a Chesapeake Beach escape.
Explore the beauty of Chesapeake Beach along the scenic Railway Trail.
Explore the beauty of Chesapeake Beach along the scenic Railway Trail.
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Date-night dinner spots have fresh-caught seafood

You have plenty of options in town for an after-work beverage or weekend escapade. "We've had a boom of restaurants coming down here," says Conor. "I would say pretty much all of the northern half of Calvert County comes to the beach when they've got date nights or want to go grab a nice dinner." Those seeking to pair a sit-down experience with a view of the bay head to Baia Coastal Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar to peruse their extensive menu of wines and Italian seafood dishes. For a more casual dining option, Abners Crab House is known by locals for its soft-shell crab sandwich. Indeed, residents of Chesapeake Beach eat very well, even at home, thanks to the locally owned Roland's Supermarket, which offers delivery and online ordering.

Baia Restaurant: A waterfront retreat in the heart of Chesapeake Beach.
Baia Restaurant: A waterfront retreat in the heart of Chesapeake Beach.
Come and have a tea party at Butterflies & Wishes, Tea & Sweets in Chesapeake Beach.
Come and have a tea party at Butterflies & Wishes, Tea & Sweets in Chesapeake Beach.
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Chesapeake Beach Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$449,950
Median Sale Price
$449,789
Median Single Family Sale Price
$477,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$375,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$475,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
135
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$214

Area Facts

Number of Homes
3,605
Number of Homes for Sale
15
Median Year Built
1990
Months of Supply
1.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,611
Significantly above the national average
1,929
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,142
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,890

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Jan 17
    Open Sat 11AM - 1PM

    2425 Woodland Ct, Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732

    $675,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 3,180 Sq Ft
    • 2425 Woodland Ct

    Welcome to Northern Calvert County’s Richfield Station! This approximately 3,200 sq ft home combines comfort, updates, and community perks on a cul-de-sac in the Town of Chesapeake Beach—where weekly trash, recycling, bulk pick-up, and snow removal are provided. A welcoming foyer opens to hardwood floors, a formal dining room with bay window, and a spacious family room with custom wall-to-wall

    Stephanie Glaubitz Home Towne Real Estate

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    3545 Christiana Ct, Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732

    $529,900

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 3,137 Sq Ft
    • 3545 Christiana Ct

    One-Year Home Warranty Included at Settlement • If you’re looking for a home that feels calm, private, and flexible—without feeling isolated—3545 Christiana Ct is the kind of place that makes sense the longer you’re there. • Set on 1.58 acres at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in Chesapeake Beach, this 5-bedroom, 3-bath home offers space to spread out while still supporting real-life routines,

    Neil Smith Blackwell Real Estate, LLC

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Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Chesapeake Beach Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
6,853
Median Age
38
Population under 18
27.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$117,770
Significantly above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$137,128

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.8%
College Graduates
42.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.1%
% Population in Labor Force
73.4%
Above the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
18''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

32 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

10 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
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