212 Cicada Dr Martinsburg, WV 25403
5
Beds
4
Baths
7,535
Sq Ft
16.28
Acres
Highlights
- 400 Feet of Waterfront
- Greenhouse
- Sauna
- Horses Allowed On Property
- Filtered Pool
- Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
About This Home
As of July 2020Exceptional. Extraordinary. Intriguing. Unique. Great Value. Private. Unrestricted. Beautiful views. High Quality Construction. 16 + acres. Endless pool. Pond. 5 Bedrooms, 4 full baths. Separate guest/MIL quarters upstairs with full kitchen and laundry. Gourmet Kitchen w/dual quartz islands and sinks, 7000 + Sq. ft. Wood floors. Extensive built -ins. Beautifully crafted doors and woodwork throughout. Ceramic tile floors and baths. Amazing sauna. Pool table convey. Extensive decks, walled patio and outdoor fireplace. European soapstone fireplace. Outdoor grill and kitchen. Stone walls and walkways. Mt Views. Outstanding landscaping and gardens. 3 Laundry Rooms. Low Utility Bills. Solar Panels + Geothermal HVAC if you want to unplug and/or save money. Additional workshop building. Greenhouse. Conceived with an eye to the environment. Built for entertaining friends in a peaceful, naturally beautiful setting. Built for a workplace away. Built to enjoy and cultivate nature. Plantings and flowers abound. Convenient. Minutes to I-81 and the Marc Commuter train to DC. Built by a couple who could afford the best and had an unlimited budget. Edward Burns, an award winning American producer, screenwriter and novelist; best known for his collaboration on "The Corner" and The Wire (HBO). and his wife Anna created a joyful, beautifully considered and executed home. Built in 2007 by Cedar Creek Builders ( Jamie Yates). This custom built sanctuary is built of Stone and hardiplank. There is a luxurious master suite with solid cherry built-ins. The present owners have continued to provide great care and consideration in maintenance and adding additional features. See the careful attention to detail provided in the Document Section comments from the present owners, "Welcome to Our Home", and also a listing of what they have added and provided for the property during their ownership. THIS LARGE HOME WAS REALLY BUILT TO ENCOURAGE OUTDOOR LIVING + A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE. IT WOULD MAKE A GREAT B&B or AIRBNB. Misc other features; geothermal heating and cooling radiant hot water floor heating, solar and propane instant hot water heaters. Solar electric system stores 3 days of electric power. There is also a new backup propane generator that ensures the solar batteries remain charged. This means you have power to the house indefinitely should an outage occur. With the spacious 4 car attached garage with wood doors your mountain property is complete.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Snyder Bailey & Associates License #WV0001251 Listed on: 02/08/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,598
Year Built
- Built in 2007
Lot Details
- 16.28 Acre Lot
- 400 Feet of Waterfront
- Rural Setting
- Partially Fenced Property
- Wood Fence
- Stone Retaining Walls
- Board Fence
- Landscaped
- Extensive Hardscape
- No Through Street
- Secluded Lot
- Partially Wooded Lot
- Backs to Trees or Woods
- Back Yard
- Property is in very good condition
Parking
- 4 Car Attached Garage
- 5 Open Parking Spaces
- Side Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Property Views
- Pond
- Scenic Vista
- Woods
- Mountain
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Wood Walls
- Shingle Roof
- Stone Siding
- HardiePlank Type
Interior Spaces
- Property has 3 Levels
- Open Floorplan
- Chair Railings
- Crown Molding
- Wainscoting
- Wood Ceilings
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Wood Burning Stove
- Heatilator
- Fireplace With Glass Doors
- Flue
- Stone Fireplace
- Fireplace Mantel
- Gas Fireplace
- Insulated Windows
- Wood Frame Window
- Casement Windows
- Window Screens
- French Doors
- Insulated Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Combination Kitchen and Living
- Dining Room
- Den
- Recreation Room
- Game Room
- Utility Room
- Sauna
- Home Gym
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
- Built-In Double Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Upgraded Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Solar Tube
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
Basement
- Heated Basement
- Connecting Stairway
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Laundry in Basement
- Natural lighting in basement
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Eco-Friendly Details
- Multi-Tank Solar Water Heater
- Heating system powered by solar connected to the grid
- Cooling system powered by solar connected to the grid
- Heating system powered by passive solar
Pool
- Filtered Pool
- Lap Pool
- Heated Spa
Outdoor Features
- Water Access
- Property is near a pond
- Pond
- Deck
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Greenhouse
- Shed
- Storage Shed
- Utility Building
- Outbuilding
- Porch
Horse Facilities and Amenities
- Horses Allowed On Property
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating system powered by renewable energy
- Heat Pump System
- Back Up Electric Heat Pump System
- Radiant Heating System
- Geothermal Heating and Cooling
- Underground Utilities
- Power Generator
- Water Treatment System
- Multi-Tank Bottled Gas Water Heater
- Well
- Tankless Water Heater
- Water Conditioner is Owned
- Septic Less Than The Number Of Bedrooms
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Built by CEDAR CREEK BUILDERS
- Custom
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 0436001900010000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 8, 2020
Closed on
Jul 31, 2020
Sold by
York Clay P and York Nancy M
Bought by
Zelenka Joshua Marcus and Zelenka Rebecca N
Seller's Agent
Carolyn Snyder
Snyder Bailey & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Mary Llewellyn
The KW Collective
List Price
$779,000
Sold Price
$725,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$54,000
-6.93%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.00%
Original Mortgage
$580,000
Outstanding Balance
$515,657
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$828,431
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 6, 2018
Closed on
Dec 6, 2018
Sold by
Burns Edward P and Burns Anna H
Bought by
York Clay Patrick and York Nancy
Seller's Agent
David Hoffman
Coldwell Banker Premier
Buyer's Agent
Carmel & Amanda Llewellyn
Keller Williams Realty Advantage
List Price
$799,900
Sold Price
$675,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$124,900
-15.61%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.45%
Original Mortgage
$615,093
Interest Rate
4.9%
Mortgage Type
VA
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $725,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $675,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $580,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $615,093 | VA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/01/2025 04/01/25 | For Sale | $1,375,000 | -14.0% | $254 / Sq Ft |
| 03/07/2025 03/07/25 | Price Changed | $1,599,000 | -8.6% | $296 / Sq Ft |
| 05/15/2024 05/15/24 | Price Changed | $1,750,000 | -7.9% | $324 / Sq Ft |
| 04/22/2024 04/22/24 | For Sale | $1,900,000 | 0.0% | $352 / Sq Ft |
| 04/21/2024 04/21/24 | Off Market | $1,900,000 | -- | -- |
| 09/21/2023 09/21/23 | For Sale | $1,900,000 | +162.1% | $352 / Sq Ft |
| 07/31/2020 07/31/20 | Sold | $725,000 | -6.9% | $96 / Sq Ft |
| 02/08/2020 02/08/20 | For Sale | $779,000 | +15.4% | $103 / Sq Ft |
| 12/11/2018 12/11/18 | Sold | $675,000 | -3.6% | $122 / Sq Ft |
| 09/21/2018 09/21/18 | Price Changed | $699,900 | -6.7% | $127 / Sq Ft |
| 09/13/2018 09/13/18 | Price Changed | $749,900 | -6.3% | $136 / Sq Ft |
| 07/06/2018 07/06/18 | For Sale | $799,900 | -- | $145 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,591 | $455,590 | $61,930 | $393,660 |
| 2023 | $5,750 | $454,990 | $61,330 | $393,660 |
| 2022 | $5,038 | $432,910 | $58,810 | $374,100 |
| 2021 | $4,670 | $398,290 | $46,270 | $352,020 |
| 2020 | $4,469 | $380,530 | $46,270 | $334,260 |
| 2019 | $3,597 | $304,270 | $43,990 | $260,280 |
| 2018 | $3,457 | $291,910 | $36,790 | $255,120 |
| 2017 | $3,412 | $286,270 | $36,790 | $249,480 |
| 2016 | $3,444 | $286,380 | $36,780 | $249,600 |
| 2015 | $3,474 | $281,350 | $33,720 | $247,630 |
| 2014 | $3,448 | $278,470 | $33,720 | $244,750 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Angela Kable Johnson
Samson Properties
(304) 279-7468
11 in this area
47 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2020
Carolyn Snyder
Snyder Bailey & Associates
(304) 283-1537
39 in this area
86 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Mary Llewellyn
The KW Collective
(301) 992-5946
63 in this area
507 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2018
David Hoffman
Coldwell Banker Premier
(304) 279-0905
43 in this area
78 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Carmel & Amanda Llewellyn
Keller Williams Realty Advantage
(301) 991-3404
32 in this area
204 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: WVBE174716
APN: 04-36-00190001
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