$365,000
SOLD AUG 28, 2025

1818 Elk Rd Essex, MD 21221

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,456 Sq Ft
0.46 Acres

Recently Sold

$251 Per Sq Ft

9% Below List Price

26 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 100 Feet of Waterfront
  • Marina View
  • Deck
  • Private Dock Site
  • 0.46 Acre Lot
  • Wood Burning Stove

About This Home

As of August 2025

THIS CHARMING WATERFRONT COTTAGE ON A DOUBLE LOT IS LOCATED ON HOPKINS CREEK AND MINUTES AWAY FROM THE CHESAPEAKE BAY. FOR OUTDOOR & WATER ENTHUSIASTS THE PROPERTY INCLUDES A PRIVATE PIER AND STONE BULKHEAD THAT PROVIDES DIRECT ACCESS FOR BOATING, FISHING, SWIMMING, PERSONAL WATERCRAFT, AND SUMMERTIME FUN. NEARBY MIDDLE RIVER YACHT CLUB, SEVERAL MARINAS, WILSON POINT PARK, ROCKY POINT PARK & BEACH, AND SEVERAL RESTAURANTS. 9 FT CEILINGS. FRENCH DOORS LEAD TO THE LIGHT FILLED FAMILY ROOM FULL OF CHARACTER W/KNOTTY PINE WOODWORK, WINDOWS, AND SLIDER TO REAR DECK THAT OVERLOOKS A LEVEL YARD WITH A SERENE VIEW OF THE WATER. KITCHEN OFFERS ALL OF THE TYPICAL APPLIANCES, OAK CABINETRY, SKYLIGHT, VAULTED CEILING, PANTRY, AND BREAKFAST BAR. SEPARATE DINING ROOM. LIVING ROOM IS SPACIOUS WITH A UNIQUE WOOD BURNING STOVE. PRIMARY BEDROOM AND BEDROOM 2 ARE GOOD SIZED. BASEMENT IS UNFINISHED INCLUDING A WASHER/DRYER, WALK-UP TO REAR YARD, UTILITY SINK, AND PLENTY OF STORAGE. 1 CAR GARAGE & 2 CAR CARPORT. 2 SHEDS. CLOSE PROXIMITY TO MAJOR THOROUGHFARES, SCHOOLS, AND SHOPS.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Denise Garono Lancelotta

(410) 937-4289 dlancelotta@cbmove.com Coldwell Banker Realty License #588634 Listed on: 07/22/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Marney Kirk

(410) 493-4884 realtormarney@yahoo.com Cummings & Co. Realtors

Cummings & Co. Realtors

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,332

Year Built

  • Built in 1919

Lot Details

  • 0.46 Acre Lot
  • 100 Feet of Waterfront
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • Level Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • 2 Detached Carport Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Marina
  • River
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Crown Molding
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Window Screens
  • French Doors
  • Sliding Doors
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Storm Doors

Kitchen

  • Country Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Extra Refrigerator or Freezer
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Up Access
  • Connecting Stairway
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Canoe or Kayak Water Access
  • Private Water Access
  • River Nearby
  • Personal Watercraft
  • Sail
  • Bulkhead
  • Swimming Allowed
  • Private Dock Site
  • Stream or River on Lot
  • Powered Boats Permitted
  • Deck
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heat Pump System
  • Propane
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Middleborough Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 102
  • Assessor Parcel Number 04151515004110

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,332

Year Built

Built in 1919

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Year Built: 1919
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: THIS CHARMING WATERFRONT COTTAGE ON A DOUBLE LOT IS LOCATED ON HOPKINS CREEK AND MINUTES AWAY FROM THE CHESAPEAKE BAY. FOR OUTDOOR & WATER ENTHUSIASTS THE PROPERTY INCLUDES A PRIVATE PIER AND STONE BULKHEAD THAT PROVIDES DIRECT ACCESS FOR BOATING, FISHING, SWIMMING, PERSONAL WATERCRAFT, AND SUMMERTIME FUN. NEARBY MIDDLE RIVER YACHT CLUB, SEVERAL MARINAS, WILSON POINT PARK, ROCKY POINT PARK & BEACH, AND SEVERAL RESTAURANTS. 9 FT CEILINGS. FRENCH DOORS LEAD TO THE LIGHT FILLED FAMILY ROOM FULL OF CHARACTER W/KNOTTY PINE WOODWORK, WINDOWS, AND SLIDER TO REAR DECK THAT OVERLOOKS A LEVEL YARD WITH A SERENE VIEW OF THE WATER. KITCHEN OFFERS ALL OF THE TYPICAL APPLIANCES, OAK CABINETRY, SKYLIGHT, VAULTED CEILING, PANTRY, AND BREAKFAST BAR. SEPARATE DINING ROOM. LIVING ROOM IS SPACIOUS WITH A UNIQUE WOOD BURNING STOVE. PRIMARY BEDROOM AND BEDROOM 2 ARE GOOD SIZED. BASEMENT IS UNFINISHED INCLUDING A WASHER/DRYER, WALK-UP TO REAR YARD, UTILITY SINK, AND PLENTY OF STORAGE. 1 CAR GARAGE & 2 CAR CARPORT. 2 SHEDS. CLOSE PROXIMITY TO MAJOR THOROUGHFARES, SCHOOLS, AND SHOPS.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Icemaker, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Dryer
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Stall Shower, Breakfast Area, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Entry Level Bedroom, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Country, Pantry, Skylight(s), Stove - Wood
  • Window Features: Screens, Skylights
  • Fireplace: No
  • Door Features: Sliding Glass, French, Storm, Six Panel
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Full Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Walkout Stairs
  • Laundry Type: Basement, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 2156
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1456
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 274.66
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1456
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 700
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 700
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1818

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Garage(s), Shed
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: Water, Marina, Garden/Lawn, River
  • Water Access Features: Private Access, Boat - Powered, Canoe/Kayak, Personal Watercraft (PWC), Sail, Swimming Allowed
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: Middle River
  • Water Body Type: River
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Frontage In Feet: 100

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Private
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
  • Number Of Detached Carport Spaces: 2
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Carport, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Propane
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 121140087473
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: R
  • Lot Features: Bulkheaded, Front Yard, Level, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.46
  • Lot Dimensions: 1.00 x
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 20000.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4332.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 04151515004110
  • Tax Lot: 102
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1456
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 08/28/2025

Multi Family

  • Waterfront Features: Private Dock Site

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 2004
Sold by
Freund John W
Bought by
Freund Myrna

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 1983
Sold by
Bramble Raymond E
Bought by
Freund John W
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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 -- --
Deed $75,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/28/2025 08/28/25 Sold $365,000 -8.7% $251 / Sq Ft
08/17/2025 08/17/25 Pending -- -- --
08/01/2025 08/01/25 For Sale $399,900 0.0% $275 / Sq Ft
07/26/2025 07/26/25 Pending -- -- --
07/22/2025 07/22/25 For Sale $399,900 -- $275 / 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 $2,447 $387,267 -- --
2024 $2,447 $357,433 $0 $0
2023 $2,157 $327,600 $204,000 $123,600
2022 $4,189 $321,800 $0 $0
2021 $1,786 $316,000 $0 $0
2020 $1,786 $310,200 $204,000 $106,200
2019 $1,716 $300,300 $0 $0
2018 $1,428 $290,400 $0 $0
2017 $1,417 $280,500 $0 $0
2016 $1,184 $280,500 $0 $0
2015 $1,184 $280,500 $0 $0
2014 $1,184 $282,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDBC2134658

Bright MLS

APN: 15-1515004110