$543,200
SOLD APR 30, 2025

20800 Bivalve Wharf Rd Bivalve, MD 21814

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,413 Sq Ft
0.38 Acres

Recently Sold

$384 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

43 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 100 Feet of Waterfront
  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • Greenhouse
  • Wood Flooring
  • Cottage

About This Home

As of April 2025

Discover the magic of this enchanting waterfront cottage, just steps from the historic Bivalve Wharf. Rebuilt in 2017 with top-quality materials and craftsmanship, this home is the perfect blend of whimsical charm and modern luxury—priced below appraised value for an incredible opportunity!Inside, you'll find arched doorways, gleaming hardwood floors, stucco walls, and exposed brick details that evoke the charm of a storybook home. With an open floor plan and modern amenities, this home is as functional as it is beautiful, ideal for cozy weekends, a summer retreat, or a permanent escape from city life.Enjoy the serene waterside lifestyle with your private dock, perfect for fishing or crabbing. Plus, a permit is included to extend the dock 20 feet, making it perfect for boating. The backyard is a dream come true, featuring a fire pit for evenings under the stars, a shed for storage, and a greenhouse for green-thumb enthusiasts.Located just a few doors down from the Bivalve Wharf, this cottage embodies Eastern Shore charm and offers endless possibilities. Whether you're sipping coffee on the porch or entertaining friends around the fire pit, this home feels like stepping into a Hallmark movie.Schedule your showing today and take advantage of this rare opportunity!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kaitlyn Collins

(410) 490-9157 kaitlyncollins.re@gmail.com Benson & Mangold, LLC License #671343 Listed on: 01/12/2025

Benson & Mangold, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Carol Strasfeld

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

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,626

Year Built

  • Built in 1930 | Remodeled in 2017

Lot Details

  • 0.38 Acre Lot
  • 100 Feet of Waterfront
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • Property is zoned AR

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,413 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Skylights
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Wood Frame Window
  • Wood Flooring
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Down Draft Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • River Nearby
  • Deck
  • Greenhouse
  • Shed
  • Outbuilding

Location

  • Flood Risk

Schools

  • Pemberton Elementary School
  • Bennett Middle School
  • James M. Bennett High School

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Central Heating
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Well
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2312012268

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,626

Year Built

Built in 1930 | Remodeled in 2017

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2025-01-12
  • Federal Flood Zone: Yes
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Year Renovated: 2017
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Discover the magic of this enchanting waterfront cottage, just steps from the historic Bivalve Wharf. Rebuilt in 2017 with top-quality materials and craftsmanship, this home is the perfect blend of whimsical charm and modern luxury—priced below appraised value for an incredible opportunity! Inside, you'll find arched doorways, gleaming hardwood floors, stucco walls, and exposed brick details that evoke the charm of a storybook home. With an open floor plan and modern amenities, this home is as functional as it is beautiful, ideal for cozy weekends, a summer retreat, or a permanent escape from city life. Enjoy the serene waterside lifestyle with your private dock, perfect for fishing or crabbing. Plus, a permit is included to extend the dock 20 feet, making it perfect for boating. The backyard is a dream come true, featuring a fire pit for evenings under the stars, a shed for storage, and a greenhouse for green-thumb enthusiasts. Located just a few doors down from the Bivalve Wharf, this cottage embodies Eastern Shore charm and offers endless possibilities. Whether you're sipping coffee on the porch or entertaining friends around the fire pit, this home feels like stepping into a Hallmark movie. Schedule your showing today and take advantage of this rare opportunity!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Cooktop - Down Draft, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Eat-In, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Skylights, Wood Frame
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 1413
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1413
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 370.13
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1413
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 20800

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Greenhouse, Shed
  • Construction Materials: Mixed
  • Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s)
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: Nanticoke River
  • Water Body Type: River
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Water View: No
  • Water Frontage In Feet: 100

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ductless/Mini-Split
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric, Tankless
  • Sewer/Septic System: Private Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: WICOMICO COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: PEMBERTON
  • Middle School: BENNETT
  • High School: JAMES M. BENNETT
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 121138751831
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: PEMBERTON
  • High School: JAMES M. BENNETT
  • Middle Or Junior School: BENNETT

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: R
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.38
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 16492.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: AR
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1626.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2312012268
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1113
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 04/30/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WICOMICO COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 12, 2025
Closed on
Apr 30, 2025
Sold by
Creswell Leah
Bought by
Mitchell Russell
Seller's Agent
Kaitlyn Collins
Benson & Mangold, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Carol Strasfeld
Unrepresented Buyer Office
List Price
$530,000
Sold Price
$543,200
Premium/Discount to List
$13,200
2.49%
Views
65
Current Estimated Value
$508,010

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$35,190
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-14.12%
Original Mortgage
$524,186
Outstanding Balance
$522,337
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$14,327

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 9, 2017
Sold by
Wilkins Edith
Bought by
Creswell Leah
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 $543,200 Doma Title
Deed $543,200 Doma Title
Deed $100,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $524,186 New Conventional
Closed $524,186 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/30/2025 04/30/25 Sold $543,200 +3.9% $384 / Sq Ft
02/25/2025 02/25/25 Pending -- -- --
02/06/2025 02/06/25 Price Changed $523,000 -1.3% $370 / Sq Ft
01/12/2025 01/12/25 For Sale $530,000 -- $375 / 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 $1,686 $177,567 $0 $0
2024 $1,686 $169,633 $0 $0
2023 $1,613 $161,700 $114,800 $46,900
2022 $1,700 $160,900 $0 $0
2021 $1,703 $160,100 $0 $0
2020 $1,703 $159,300 $114,800 $44,500
2019 $1,727 $159,300 $114,800 $44,500
2018 $1,736 $159,300 $114,800 $44,500
2017 $2,126 $196,400 $0 $0
2016 $3,062 $185,767 $0 $0
2015 $3,062 $175,133 $0 $0
2014 $3,062 $164,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDWC2016270

Bright MLS

APN: 12-012268