NOT LISTED FOR SALE

224 S Water St Chestertown, MD 21620

Estimated Value: $389,000 - $539,047

2 Beds
1 Bath
572 Sq Ft
$814/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 25, 2015

Last sale price $161,000 $281 Per Sq Ft

Est. 189% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,009/month

206 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Boat or Launch Ramp
  • Water Access
  • Stream or River on Lot
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • River View
  • 1-minute walk to Wilmer Park

About This Home

As of August 2015

Replace the existing derelict house with the house of your dreams on this great lot overlooking Wilmer Park & the Chester River on a cul de sac in the historic riverfront district. Luxury waterfront town homes and million dollar properties across & down the street. Public water/sewer hook-up. Owners in process of obtaining a demolition permit. Do not enter house.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Paula Ruckelshaus

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #586731 Listed on: 01/04/2015

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Tracy Stone

Coldwell Banker Chesapeake Real Estate Company

Coldwell Banker Chesapeake Real Estate Company

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,859

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 4,617 Sq Ft Lot
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • Historic Home
  • Property is zoned R-5

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Property Views

  • River
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 572 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Eat-In Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • River Nearby
  • Boat or Launch Ramp
  • Stream or River on Lot
  • Waterfront Park

Schools

  • Garnett Elementary School
  • Chestertown Middle School
  • Kent County High School

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Historic District Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1504013247

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,859

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Remarks Public: Replace the existing derelict house with the house of your dreams on this great lot overlooking Wilmer Park & the Chester River on a cul de sac in the historic riverfront district. Luxury waterfront town homes and million dollar properties across & down the street. Public water/sewer hook-up. Owners in process of obtaining a demolition permit. Do not enter house.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Table Space
  • Fireplace: No
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: No
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 572
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 572
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 323.25
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 572
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 224

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Water, River, Garden/Lawn
  • View: Yes
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: CHESTER RIVER
  • Water Body Type: River
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • 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: KENT COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: GARNETT
  • Middle School: CHESTERTOWN
  • High School: KENT COUNTY
  • School District Key: 121139164602
  • Elementary School: GARNETT
  • High School: KENT COUNTY
  • Middle Or Junior School: CHESTERTOWN

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 2500.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 187600.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size Area: 4617
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4617.00
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Year Assessed: 2014
  • Zoning: R-5
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2859.10
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1504013247
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 514
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2014
  • Close Date: 08/25/2015

Multi Family

  • Dock Slip Conveyance: None Available
  • Waterfront Features: Boat/Launch Ramp, Park

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: KENT COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 4, 2015
Closed on
Aug 25, 2015
Sold by
Adams Walter S and Adams Marjorie
Bought by
Hermes Helena and Walter Erik
Seller's Agent
Paula Ruckelshaus
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Tracy Stone
Coldwell Banker Chesapeake Real Estate Company
List Price
$184,900
Sold Price
$161,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$23,900
-12.93%
Current Estimated Value
$465,762

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$304,762
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.51%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 9, 2003
Sold by
Lomax George A
Bought by
Adams Walter S and Adams Marjorie

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 13, 1996
Sold by
Miller Carolyn
Bought by
Lomax George A
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Hermes Helena $161,000 Attorney
Adams Walter S $85,000 --
Lomax George A -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/25/2015 08/25/15 Sold $161,000 -12.9% $281 / Sq Ft
07/29/2015 07/29/15 Pending -- -- --
01/04/2015 01/04/15 For Sale $184,900 -- $323 / 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 $5,650 $360,500 $187,600 $172,900
2024 $5,477 $349,467 $0 $0
2023 $5,304 $338,433 $0 $0
2022 $5,098 $327,400 $187,600 $139,800
2021 $2,976 $327,000 $0 $0
2020 $2,976 $326,600 $0 $0
2019 $2,970 $326,200 $187,600 $138,600
2018 $5,069 $326,200 $187,600 $138,600
2017 $4,906 $326,200 $0 $0
2016 -- $177,600 $0 $0
2015 $2,972 $190,100 $0 $0
2014 $2,972 $190,100 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Paula Ruckelshaus

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Paula Ruckelshaus

    Long & Foster

    (410) 348-5343

    3 in this area

    9 Total Sales

    Paula Ruckelshaus
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  • Tracy Stone

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Tracy Stone

    Coldwell Banker Chesapeake Real Estate Company

    (443) 480-0610

    15 in this area

    45 Total Sales

    Tracy Stone
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1000478937

Bright MLS

APN: 04-013247

Maryland Kent County Chestertown 21620

224 S Water St, Chestertown, MD

This home is located at 224 S Water St, Chestertown, MD 21620 since 04 January 2015 and is currently estimated at $465,762, approximately $814 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 224 S Water St is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Kent County Middle School, Kent County High School, and Chestertown Christian Academy.

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