NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $263,000 - $292,303

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,656 Sq Ft
$166/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 17, 2025

Last sale price $265,000 $160 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,561/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Scenic Views
  • 0.51 Acre Lot
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Smithsburg Middle School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • 4-minute walk to Pen Mar Park

About This Home

As of January 2025

DEADLINE FOR OFFERS ESTABLISHED FOR WEDNESDAY, 12/18/24 AT 1:00 PM. IT'S ALL ABOUT LOCATION! Welcome to your cabin in the woods located in the sleepy village of Pen Mar! Situated on a half-acre treed lot you'll find this 4 BR, 2BA rancher. Main level consists of living room, kitchen-dining room combo, 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath; the lower walk out level consists of large family room, 4th bedroom 2nd bath, laundry plus a large storage room. The living room boasts a bay window and a stone fireplace with cozy woodstove insert, sliding doors from the dining area open to a delightful deck with awesome seasonal views and under a canopy of trees during the summer months. This home has been lovingly cared for and updated; recent big-ticket improvements include new metal roof, heat pump, and sidewalks. During the summer months you can sit on the deck and listen to the Big Band music from the weekly Sunday afternoon concerts in the park or just walk one block and enjoy the free concerts in person. Also within walking distance is the Appalachian Trail and the popular High Rock Overlook, Washington County's highest point (2,145 feet), which has spectacular panoramic views.. Don't miss the opportunity to make this mountain retreat your year-round home or as a weekend escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Low taxes, Smithsburg Schools.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laurel Walker

(301) 667-8673 lwalker@glockergroup.com The Glocker Group Realty Results License #WVB200300614 Listed on: 12/15/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Kimberly Mills

(717) 752-4340 kim.mills@jgr.com Coldwell Banker Realty License #AB068344

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,697

Year Built

  • Built in 1978 | Remodeled in 2016

Lot Details

  • 0.51 Acre Lot
  • Rural Setting
  • Corner Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Property is in good condition
  • Property is zoned RV

Property Views

  • Scenic Vista
  • Woods
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Central Vacuum
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Storage Room

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on lower level

Partially Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Basement Windows

Home Security

  • Storm Doors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 6 Parking Spaces
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Cascade Elementary School
  • Smithsburg Middle School
  • Smithsburg Sr. High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Cascade Subdivision, Rancher Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 12-14
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2214001433

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,697

Year Built

Built in 1978 | Remodeled in 2016

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Expected On Market: 2024-12-20
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Year Renovated: 2016
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Central Vacuum, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Electric, Exhaust Fan
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Interior Amenities: Combination Kitchen/Dining, Window Treatments, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Central Vacuum, Entry Level Bedroom, Stove - Wood, Pantry
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Fireplace Features: Stone, Insert
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Storm
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Storage Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Daylight, Full, Heated, Outside Entrance, Partially Finished, Walkout Level, Windows
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 1656
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1656
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 250.95
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1056
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 600
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 600
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Roof: Metal
  • View: Mountain, Trees/Woods, Scenic Vista
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 6
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street, Driveway
  • Off Street Parking Spaces: 6

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric, Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv, Phone Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Internet Services: Cable, Satellite

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: CASCADE SCHOOL
  • High School: SMITHSBURG SR.
  • Middle Or Junior School: SMITHSBURG

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Trees/Wooded, Corner
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.51
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 22300.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RV
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1697.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2214001433
  • Tax Lot: 12-14
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 15, 2024
Closed on
Jan 15, 2025
Sold by
Schroder Kurt L and Schroder Laura L
Bought by
Wachter Cody Jay
Seller's Agent
Laurel Walker
The Glocker Group Realty Results
Buyer's Agent
Kimberly Mills
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$249,900
Sold Price
$265,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,100
6.04%
Views
76
Current Estimated Value
$274,326

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$9,326
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.48%
Original Mortgage
$267,676
Outstanding Balance
$264,790
Interest Rate
6.69%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$9,536

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 28, 2016
Closed on
Sep 27, 2016
Sold by
Campbell Donald A
Bought by
Schroder Kurt L and Schroder Laura L
Seller's Agent
Darwyn Benedict
Associates Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Bonita Smith
J&B Real Estate
List Price
$145,000
Sold Price
$145,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.52%
Original Mortgage
$128,250
Interest Rate
3.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Wachter Cody Jay $265,000 Friends Title
Schroder Kurt L $145,000 Frederick Title Group
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wachter Cody Jay $267,676
Previous Owner Schroder Kurt L $128,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/17/2025 01/17/25 Sold $265,000 0.0% $160 / Sq Ft
12/19/2024 12/19/24 Pending -- -- --
12/19/2024 12/19/24 Price Changed $265,000 +6.0% $160 / Sq Ft
12/15/2024 12/15/24 For Sale $249,900 +72.3% $151 / Sq Ft
09/26/2016 09/26/16 Sold $145,000 0.0% $137 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/09/2016 08/09/16 Pending -- -- --
07/28/2016 07/28/16 For Sale $145,000 -- $137 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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 $1,690 $186,567 $0 $0
2024 $1,690 $163,200 $51,100 $112,100
2023 $1,640 $158,400 $0 $0
2022 $1,590 $153,600 $0 $0
2021 $1,478 $148,800 $51,100 $97,700
2020 $1,478 $140,100 $0 $0
2019 $1,393 $131,400 $0 $0
2018 $1,301 $122,700 $51,100 $71,600
2017 $1,301 $122,700 $0 $0
2016 -- $122,700 $0 $0
2015 $1,115 $123,900 $0 $0
2014 $1,115 $123,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDWA2025966

Bright MLS

APN: 14-001433