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Waterfront homes along the Chester River and Chesapeake Bay
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 is a narrow strip of land surrounding Highway 50, just east of the Bay Bridge in Queen Anne’s County, Maryland.
Everything in Kent Narrows, MD revolves around the Chesapeake.
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Townhouses, single-family homes and condos
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 $800,000 for townhouses and condos and $1 million to $1.3 million for waterfront single-family homes. Queen Anne’s County is protected by the National Flood Insurance Program, which offers federally supported flood insurance.
Experience modern living in a maritime community with a single family home in Kent Narrows, MD.
Waterfront condos in Kent Narrows sit alongside marinas and restaurants overlooking the Chesapeake Bay and the Chester River.
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Queen Anne’s County Public Schools
Queen Anne’s County Public Schools, the public school district that serves Kent Narrows, ranks in the top 10 public school districts in Maryland on Niche. Students in Kent Narrows can attend Grasonville Elementary School, which gets an A-minus grade and ranks as the top public elementary school in Queen Anne’s County on Niche. After Grasonville, they can continue to the B-plus-rated Stevensville Middle School and the A-minus-rated Kent Island High School. Kent Island High School offers dual enrollment classes and career and technical education pathways in areas like arts and media, business management and construction.
Kent Island Elementary School is a public school serving grades pre-k - 5 in Chester, MD.
Stevensville Middle School is a public school serving grades 6-8 in Chester, MD.
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Marinas, Long Point Park and the Cross Island Trail
Living in Kent Narrows is all about being along the water, and marinas like Safe Harbor Narrows Point and Cedar Point Marina provide places for residents to dock their boats. “If you have one of those fishing boats and you go crabbing, you can easily get a whole bushel of Maryland blue crabs in two or three hours,” Stevens says. “A lot of people are boaters here.” Long Point Park is the neighborhood’s sole green space. It features a 1/3-mile paved walking path alongside native grass and wildflowers and an entrance to the nearly 7-mile Cross Island Trail that travels east-west through Chester to end at Terrapin Park in Stevensville.
Terrapin Nature Park offers quiet trails along the Chesapeake in Kent Narrows, MD.
There are many marinas like Cedar Point Marina for residents to dock their boats in Kent Narrows, MD.
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Waterfront dining that’s all about the Maryland blue crabs
“This area is known for Maryland blue crabs and crab balls,” Stevens says. “It’s all about blue crabs.” Some of the area’s most popular restaurants are in Kent Narrows, and Stevens notes that it’s not uncommon for residents to take their boats to drink and dine at waterfront bars and restaurants. South of Highway 50 along Wells Cove, The Jetty is a waterfront bar and grill serving American fare and seafood and welcoming bands for live performances on weekends. Fisherman’s Inn Restaurant is a longtime seafood and steak spot with coastal-themed décor. North of Highway 50, Harris Crab House is another waterfront dining spot where residents can dock their boats and enjoy fresh seafood by the water. The nearest grocery store to Kent Narrows is a Safeway 3 miles west in Chester.
Enjoy scenic views of the Chesapeake while enjoying a drink or meal at The Jetty in Kent Narrows, MD.
Indulge in fresh seafood from the Chesapeake bay at the Fisherman's Inn in Kent Narrows, MD.
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Getting across the Bay Bridge to Annapolis, Baltimore and D.C.
Kent Narrows is a car-dependent neighborhood off Highway 50, 19 miles from Annapolis, 46 miles from Baltimore and 47 miles from D.C. To get to any of these destinations, residents have to drive over the William Preston Lane Jr. Memorial Bay Bridge, which, according to Stevens, intimidates some drivers due to its steeping height nearly 200 feet above water. “The Bay Bridge is one of the scariest bridges in America,” she says. “I personally know of people who absolutely refuse to drive the Bay Bridge. They will hire a service who picks you up on one end and drives your car across the bridge. People commute from here to Baltimore or D.C., and they get to work every Monday through Friday doing that.” Commuters can also take the MTA Commuter Bus from Kent Narrows over the Bay Bridge to get to Baltimore or D.C. The nearest medical center to Kent Narrows is the UM Shore Emergency Center at Queenstown, 6 miles east. The closest airport is Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, 39 miles northwest.
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Transit
Airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall
54 min drive
Bus
Kent Narrows P & R
Bus
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Kent Narrows
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Kent Narrows Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Kent Narrows, Chester sell after 66 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Kent Narrows, Chester over the last 12 months is $545,000, up 28% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Bayview @ Kent Narrows - Waterfront Community - Renovated Contemporary Townhouse with Boat Slip - Located just over the Kent Narrows Bridge on Maryland's beautiful Eastern Shore this 3 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Contemporary Townhouse with Garage awaits a very special buyer. Features beautiful NEW kitchen with gray shaker cabinets, granite counters and new stainless steel appliances, NEW Luxury Vinyl
Welcome to this lovely 1st floor condo near the pool offering PANORAMIC WATERFRONT views and incredible indoor-outdoor living! Fabulous SUNSETS await you! Located on a deep-water, protected marina in the sought-after, gated community of Oyster Cove, this serene setting is perfect for a home office! ORIGINAL OWNERS bought this "MODEL" home from the builder. The contemporary design of this
Luxury Waterfront Living in the Heart of the Kent Narrows! Experience resort-style living on Maryland’s Eastern Shore in this exquisite three story end unit townhome, ideally situated in a prime Kent Narrows location. Offering breathtaking water views from all three private decks, this home blends elegance, convenience, and coastal charm. Step inside to find a bright, open concept main level
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,096
Median Age
45
Population under 18
23.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$122,092
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$135,790
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.7%
College Graduates
43%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.3%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
20/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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