$795,000
OPEN SAT 11AM - 1PM COMING SOON AUG 20, 2025

253 Cape Saint John Rd Annapolis, MD 21401

Parole Neighborhood

Estimated payment $4,860/month

Total Views 606
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,878 Sq Ft
0.32 Acres

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Beach
  • Canoe or Kayak Water Access
  • Boat Ramp
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • Public Beach

About This Home

Professional photos coming soon!
Beautifully maintained and freshly painted, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath water-privileged home offers a perfect blend of comfort, style, and outdoor living. Highlights include a stunning in-ground pool, expansive wood decking, and a private fenced yard backing to mature trees for added privacy and seasonal water views of the beautiful South river.
The updated eat-in kitchen features granite countertops, a tile backsplash, and newly installed LVP flooring that flows seamlessly into the vaulted dining room with skylights. Just steps away, the spacious recreation room showcases a unique custom wood stove from Denmark—ideal for cozy gatherings.
Enjoy year-round living in the large, tiled sunroom, complete with vaulted ceilings, skylights, and three sliding doors that open directly to the poolside deck—perfect for entertaining.
The main-level laundry/mudroom has been thoughtfully updated with crown molding, beadboard, new cabinetry, counters, sink, ceramic tile flooring, and a stackable washer/dryer. This space also offers direct access to the pool area for added convenience.
Upstairs, the primary suite boasts cathedral ceilings, a walk-in closet, en-suite bath, and a comfortable sitting area. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath, along with brand-new carpeting (2023), complete the upper level.
Additional features include a one-car garage, circular paver driveway, boat storage pad, and a powered shed/workshop.
Recent Upgrades:New roof (2022), Freshly painted and repaired exterior(2022), LVP flooring throughout main level(2022), New carpeting (2022), HVAC (2020), Pool pump house (2018), New high end custom pool cover(2022), Landscape lighting (2022)

Listing Agent

Matthew Arnold

Real Broker, LLC License #670916 Listed on: 08/14/2025

Real Broker, LLC

Open House Schedule

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,250

Year Built

  • Built in 1983

Lot Details

  • 0.32 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • Public Beach
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R2

HOA Fees

  • $8 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Oversized Parking
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,878 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • 1 Fireplace

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Canoe or Kayak Water Access
  • Private Water Access
  • Property near a bay
  • Personal Watercraft
  • Waterski or Wakeboard
  • Swimming Allowed

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Coming Soon on 8/20/25
  • Tax Lot 123
  • Assessor Parcel Number 020215405228320

Community Details

Overview

  • Cape St John Subdivision

Recreation

  • Boat Ramp
  • Pier or Dock
  • Beach
  • Community Playground
  • Fishing Allowed

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,250

Year Built

Built in 1983

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$8 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Contemporary, Craftsman, Bi-Level
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 8/20/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1983
  • Remarks Public: Professional photos coming soon! Beautifully maintained and freshly painted, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath water-privileged home offers a perfect blend of comfort, style, and outdoor living. Highlights include a stunning in-ground pool, expansive wood decking, and a private fenced yard backing to mature trees for added privacy and seasonal water views of the beautiful South river. The updated eat-in kitchen features granite countertops, a tile backsplash, and newly installed LVP flooring that flows seamlessly into the vaulted dining room with skylights. Just steps away, the spacious recreation room showcases a unique custom wood stove from Denmark—ideal for cozy gatherings. Enjoy year-round living in the large, tiled sunroom, complete with vaulted ceilings, skylights, and three sliding doors that open directly to the poolside deck—perfect for entertaining. The main-level laundry/mudroom has been thoughtfully updated with crown molding, beadboard, new cabinetry, counters, sink, ceramic tile flooring, and a stackable washer/dryer. This space also offers direct access to the pool area for added convenience. Upstairs, the primary suite boasts cathedral ceilings, a walk-in closet, en-suite bath, and a comfortable sitting area. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath, along with brand-new carpeting (2023), complete the upper level. Additional features include a one-car garage, circular paver driveway, boat storage pad, and a powered shed/workshop. Recent Upgrades:New roof (2022), Freshly painted and repaired exterior(2022), LVP flooring throughout main level(2022), New carpeting (2022), HVAC (2020), Pool pump house (2018), New high end custom pool cover(2022), Landscape lighting (2022)
  • Special Features: 33
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Luxury Vinyl Plank, Carpet
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 1878
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1878
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 423.32
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1878
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 253

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Pool Features: Fenced, In Ground
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Water Access Features: Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Personal Watercraft (PWC), Private Access, Public Beach, Swimming Allowed, Waterski/Wakeboard
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Type: Bay
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Covered Parking, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Oversized
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 5
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2
  • Off Street Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 100.00
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Annually
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Beach, Boat Ramp, Pier/Dock, Tot Lots/Playground
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 121140671932
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: R
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.32
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 13914.00
  • Property Condition: Excellent, Very Good, Good
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: R2
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Pets: Cats Ok, Dogs Ok
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6250.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 020215405228320
  • Tax Lot: 123
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1878
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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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 $6,373 $555,400 -- --
2024 $6,373 $536,100 $0 $0
2023 $5,643 $516,800 $304,700 $212,100
2022 $5,719 $506,067 $0 $0
2021 $11,213 $495,333 $0 $0
2020 $5,456 $484,600 $274,700 $209,900
2019 $10,406 $472,533 $0 $0
2018 $4,669 $460,467 $0 $0
2017 $4,988 $448,400 $0 $0
2016 -- $448,400 $0 $0
2015 -- $448,400 $0 $0
2014 -- $459,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/27/2022 06/27/22 Sold $602,000 +0.4% $321 / Sq Ft
05/25/2022 05/25/22 Price Changed $599,900 -4.8% $319 / Sq Ft
05/02/2022 05/02/22 Price Changed $629,900 -3.1% $335 / Sq Ft
04/20/2022 04/20/22 For Sale $649,900 +22.9% $346 / Sq Ft
07/21/2014 07/21/14 Sold $529,000 -1.9% $258 / Sq Ft
06/23/2014 06/23/14 Pending -- -- --
02/01/2014 02/01/14 For Sale $539,000 -- $263 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $602,000 First American Title
Deed $529,500 Charter Title Llc
Deed $580,000 --
Deed $580,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $18,891 FHA
Closed $16,243 FHA
Open $591,096 FHA
Previous Owner $254,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $116,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $116,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $275,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDAA2123540

Bright MLS

APN: 02-154-05228320