$220,000
SOLD OCT 30, 2025

148 Main St Preston, MD 21655

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,884 Sq Ft
0.46 Acres

Recently Sold

$76 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

69 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Preston Elementary School Rated 9+
  • No HOA
  • Radiator

About This Home

As of October 2025

Welcome to this timeless 1880 Federal style House, where historic charm meets thoughtful modern updates. Situated on a serene and spacious lot dotted with beautiful mature fruit trees, this 4 bedroom, 2 bath home offers approximately 2800 sq ft of character-filled space. Many renovations have already been completed- preserving original architectural details while adding essential modern comforts. There's still room for personal vision, whether you want to expand, refresh, or simply enjoy the charm that's already here. Set in the quaint town of Preston yet remarkably convenient to Easton and about an Hour to MD & DE Beaches- this property is ideal. Enjoy wide-open skies, the scent of fruit blossoms in the air, and the enduring elegance of true Eastern Shore history. NOTE This house is being sold "As Is".

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cheri Bruce-Phipps

(443) 994-2164 cbrucephipps@ttrsir.com TTR Sotheby's International Realty License #645933 Listed on: 08/01/2025

TTR Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Carol Strasfeld

(301) 806-8871 carolstrasfeld@gmail.com Unrepresented Buyer Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,246

Year Built

  • Built in 1880

Lot Details

  • 0.46 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned R2

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Federal Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,884 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Basement
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0604010264

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,246

Year Built

Built in 1880

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Federal
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 8/1/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Outside Entrance
  • Total Sq Ft: 2884
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2884
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 78.02
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2884
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.46
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 19948.00
  • Zoning: R2
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3246.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0604010264
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CAROLINE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 1, 2025
Closed on
Oct 30, 2025
Sold by
Vogel Valerie D and Brey Warren E
Bought by
Prince Royal Llc
Seller's Agent
Cheri Bruce-Phipps
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Carol Strasfeld
Unrepresented Buyer Office
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$220,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-2.22%
Views
259

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
27.18%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 4, 2001
Sold by
Bryant Valerie D
Bought by
Vogel Valerie D and Brey Warren E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 26, 1999
Sold by
Ryant Patrick A and Ryant Valerie D
Bought by
Bryant Valerie D and Vogel Evelyn D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 30, 1998
Sold by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Bought by
Bryant Patrick A and Bryant Valerie D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 17, 1998
Sold by
Carpenter Lawrence D
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $220,000 First American Title
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed $48,400 --
Deed $63,750 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed -- No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/30/2025 10/30/25 Sold $220,000 -2.2% $76 / Sq Ft
10/09/2025 10/09/25 Pending -- -- --
08/01/2025 08/01/25 For Sale $225,000 -- $78 / 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 $3,271 $239,167 $0 $0
2024 $3,102 $225,133 $0 $0
2023 $2,939 $211,100 $40,300 $170,800
2022 $2,787 $198,400 $0 $0
2021 $2,495 $185,700 $0 $0
2020 $2,495 $173,000 $40,300 $132,700
2019 $2,428 $168,367 $0 $0
2018 $2,361 $163,733 $0 $0
2017 $2,262 $159,100 $0 $0
2016 -- $159,100 $0 $0
2015 $2,206 $159,100 $0 $0
2014 $2,206 $164,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDCM2006080

Bright MLS

APN: 04-010264