$450,000
PENDING

Estimated payment $2,683/month

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,325 Sq Ft
$340 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Open Floorplan
  • Space For Rooms
  • 0.74 Acre Lot
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

Idyllic location! 3 bedroom, 2 bath "hillside rancher" situated on a 1.45 acre lot, featuring a beautiful, updated Gunite inground pool with close proximity to Elk Neck State Park, the Elk River and numerous local marinas. Lovingly maintained by the same owners for over 40 years, highlights include a spacious living room and eat-in kitchen that includes an island and attractive laminate flooring. Additional features include 3 bedrooms (one currently utilized as an office), including a primary with a walk-in closet and attached bath, as well as an additional full bath and convenient main level laundry room. Access the inviting pool area through a door in the laundry room for your private outdoor oasis! Ideal for family gatherings, entertaining, outdoor living or just relaxing after a long day. Details include a recently updated heated Gunite inground pool (fenced-in), bar, screened-in Gazebo and plenty of patio space for outdoor activities (Patio furniture, gas grill, bar and pool cleaner are included). Additional property details include an unfinished basement with walk-out (bring your idea's!), basement one-car garage, 2-car carport and two sizable gardening sheds. Recent updates include HardiePlank cement siding added in 2021, architectural shingled roof (2019) and pool updates completed in 2025. Truly a little piece a paradise! If you are searching for a tucked away, immaculately maintained home, your search is over... 12 Joy Drive... A PERFECT place to call HOME!!!
**TWO TAX ID #'s EXIST FOR THIS PROPERTY: #08-05-076331 (residence and .739 acres) and #08-05-076323 (adjacent .712 lot that includes an in-ground pool)

Listing Agent

Wanda Jackson

(410) 398-9200 wlj3@comcast.net RE/MAX Chesapeake Brokerage Phone: 4103989200 License #57262 Listed on: 07/29/2026

RE/MAX Chesapeake

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,542

Year Built

  • Built in 1983

Lot Details

  • 32,190 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Rural Setting
  • Landscaped
  • No Through Street
  • Additional Land
  • Two Tax ID's exist for this property: #05-076331 (residence and .739 acres) and #05-076323 (.712 acre adjacent lot with pool)
  • Property is in very good condition
  • Property is zoned RR

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 4 Driveway Spaces
  • Basement Garage
  • Side Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • HardiePlank Type

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1 Level
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Extra Refrigerator or Freezer
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Connecting Stairway
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Garage Access
  • Water Proofing System
  • Sump Pump
  • Space For Rooms
  • Basement Windows

Home Security

  • Storm Doors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Gazebo
  • Shed

Schools

  • Elk Neck Elementary School
  • North East Middle School
  • North East High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • Power Generator
  • Water Treatment System
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Water Conditioner is Owned
  • On Site Septic
  • Septic Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Joy Haven Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 8
  • Assessor Parcel Number 0805076331

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,542

Year Built

Built in 1983

Lot Details

0.74 Acres

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Basement Refrigerator
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, Countertop Microwave, Pool Equipment and Cover, Refrigerator, Beverage Refrigerator, Shades & Blinds, 2 Storage Sheds, Electric Range, Kitchen Island, Flag Pole, Patio Furniture, Patio Bar, Gas Grill, Pool Cleaner, Gazebo Furnit
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1983
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Laminated, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Treat System
  • Window Features: Double Pane, Screens
  • Fireplace: No
  • Door Features: Storm
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Laundry, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Garage Access, Interior Access, Connecting Stairway, Walkout Level, Outside Entrance, Space For Rooms, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Water Proofing System, Windows
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor, Has Laundry, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 2650
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1325
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 339.62
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1325
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1325
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1325
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Gazebo, Shed
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Hardiplank Type, Brick
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Gunite, Heated, Fenced
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Basement Garage, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 5
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers, Generator
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic, Private Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available
  • Water Source: Well
  • Municipal Trash: No
  • Internet Services: Cable

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: ELK NECK
  • High School: NORTH EAST
  • Middle Or Junior School: NORTH EAST

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Additional Parcels Description: Two Tax ID's exist for this property: #05-076331 (residence and .739 acres) and #05-076323 (.712 acre adjacent lot with pool)
  • Lot Features: Additional Lot(s), Cul-De-Sac, Landscaping, No Thru Street, Rural
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.74
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 32190.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Zoning: RR
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Ground Rent Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2542.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0805076331
  • Tax Lot: 8
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CECIL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,020 $226,833 $0 $0
2024 $1,676 $214,667 $0 $0
2023 $1,596 $202,500 $86,000 $116,500
2022 $2,341 $202,500 $86,000 $116,500
2021 $2,294 $202,500 $86,000 $116,500
2020 $4,957 $209,700 $86,000 $123,700
2019 $2,362 $204,767 $0 $0
2018 $2,308 $199,833 $0 $0
2017 $2,143 $194,900 $0 $0
2016 $2,075 $188,800 $0 $0
2015 $2,075 $182,700 $0 $0
2014 $2,202 $176,600 $0 $0
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/29/2026 07/29/26 For Sale $450,000 -- $340 / Sq Ft
07/20/2026 07/20/26 Pending -- -- --
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed $69,500 --
Deed $20,800 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $53,669 Unknown
Closed $34,000 Unknown
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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDCC2022120

Bright MLS

APN: 05-076331

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