$735,000
SOLD JUL 14, 2025

2600 Bauernschmidt Dr Essex, MD 21221

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,100 Sq Ft
6,609 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$350 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

59 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 63 Feet of Waterfront
  • 1 Dock Slip
  • River View
  • Primary bedroom faces the bay
  • Pier
  • Open Floorplan

About This Home

As of July 2025

This stunning waterfront property offers big, Eastern water views of Middle River and 63 feet of prime shoreline. Enjoy the coastal lifestyle with a private 70' pier that includes 10'x20' platform, featuring an 8,000 lb boat lift (with remote)—perfect for boaters and water lovers alike. The huge covered waterside porch offers a relaxing retreat off of the Kitchen and Living Room. There is also a full , 28'x12' deck, above, accessible from both the primary suite and Bedroom 3/Office.

Inside, the open floor plan is perfect for entertaining, with gleaming, newly refinished hardwood floors throughout the first floor. A formal Dining Room with coffee bar, flows into a beautifully updated kitchen complete with GE stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a stone backsplash, and gas cooktop—all with a panoramic water views. The gigantic adjoining living room includes a cozy propane gas fireplace, and recessed TV nook. There is also a first floor Powder Room .

The Second Floor features a huge Primary Suite, with a gorgeous water view, sexy ensuite bath with dual sink vanity, a separate shower, soaking tub, a sliding barn-door, and a huge walk-in closet with pull stair to attic. The Laundry, on this level, features a Speed Queen washing machine and Speed Queen electric dryer. Three more Bedrooms and a recently remodeled Hall Bath with shower, and a linen closet rounds out this level. The Electric heat pump is in the attic. An unimproved basement, with sump, is terriffic for storage. Additional storage, under deck, provides dedicated covered storage for kayaks, canoes, or other toys.

Breathtaking sunrises make every morning feel like a getaway. This is coastal living at its finest!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Pam Hearn Sliwoski

Cummings & Co. Realtors License #644881 Listed on: 04/17/2025

Cummings & Co. Realtors

Last Buyer's Agent

James Weiskerger

Next Step Realty License #573865

Next Step Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,999

Year Built

  • Built in 1947 | Remodeled in 2016

Lot Details

  • 6,609 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 63'x165'x41'x 127'
  • 63 Feet of Waterfront
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • West Facing Home
  • Landscaped
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned DR3.5

Property Views

  • River
  • Scenic Vista

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Foundation Flood Vent
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Sliding Doors
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Solid Hardwood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom faces the bay
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Soaking Tub
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry

Home Security

  • Storm Doors
  • Flood Lights

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • 2 Driveway Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Pier
  • Access to Tidal Water
  • Water Access
  • River Nearby
  • Bulkhead
  • Electric Hoist or Boat Lift
  • 1 Dock Slip
  • Physical Dock Slip Conveys
  • Dock made with Treated Lumber
  • Stream or River on Lot
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Porch

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot
  • Flood Risk

Schools

  • Middleborough Elementary School
  • Deep Creek Middle School
  • Chesapeake High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • $60 Recreation Fee
  • Bauernschmidt Manor Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 04151511770200

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,999

Year Built

Built in 1947 | Remodeled in 2016

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Kayak rack, Basement dehumidifier, Desk in BR#3
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 4/17/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: Yes
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Year Renovated: 2016
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: This stunning waterfront property offers big, Eastern water views of Middle River and 6​3 feet of prime shoreline. Enjoy the coastal lifestyle with a private​ 70' pier​ that includes 10'x20' platform, featuring an 8,000 lb boat lift (with remote)—perfect for boaters and water lovers alike. The huge covered ​ waterside porch offers a relaxing retreat​ off of the Kitchen and Living Room. There is also a full , 28'x12' d​eck, above, accessible from both the primary suite and Bedroom 3/Office​. Inside, the open floor plan is perfect for entertaining, with gleaming​, newly refinished hardwood floors throughout the first floor. A formal Dining Room with coffee bar, flows into a beautifully updated kitchen complete with GE stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a stone backsplash, and gas cooktop—all with a panoramic water view​s. The ​g​igantic adjoining living room includes a cozy propane gas fireplace​, and recessed TV nook. There is also a first floor Powder Room . The Second Floor features a huge Primary Suite, with a gorgeous water view, sexy ensuite bath with dual sink vanity, a separate shower, soaking tub, a sliding barn-door, and a huge walk-in closet with pull stair to attic. The Laundry, on this level, features a Speed Queen washing machine and Speed Queen electric dryer. Three more Bedrooms and a recently remodeled Hall Bath with shower, and a linen closet rounds out this level. The Electric heat pump is in the attic. An unimproved basement, with sump, is terriffic for storage. Additional storage, under deck, provides dedicated covered storage for kayaks, canoes, or other toys. Breathtaking sunrises make every morning feel like a getaway. This is coastal living at its finest!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Oven - Wall, Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Solid Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Window Treatments, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Primary Bedroom - Bay Front, Walk-In Closet(s), Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Double Hung, Insulated
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Storm, Six Panel, Sliding Glass
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Block, Flood Vent
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Outside Entrance, Full, Unfinished, Interior Access
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3150
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2100
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 361.90
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2100
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1050
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1050
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 2600

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • 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
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Flood Lights, Sidewalks
  • Road Surface Type: Black Top
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Spa: No
  • View: Water, River, Scenic Vista
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: Middle River
  • Water Body Type: River
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Frontage In Feet: 63

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: 60.00
  • Association Recreation Fee: Yes

Fee Information

  • Other Fees Frequency: Annually

Schools

  • School District: BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: MIDDLEBOROUGH
  • Middle School: DEEP CREEK
  • High School: CHESAPEAKE
  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Key: 121140087473
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: MIDDLEBOROUGH
  • High School: CHESAPEAKE
  • Middle Or Junior School: DEEP CREEK

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Bulkheaded, Flood Plain, Landscaping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.15
  • Lot Dimensions: 63'x165'x41'x 127'
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6609.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es), Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: DR3.5
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7999.41
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 04151511770200
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Close Date: 07/14/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 1998
Sold by
Gregory Daniel X
Bought by
Bennett Edmund K and Bennett Pamela J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 27, 1996
Sold by
Sloan John W Phillips James N Tr
Bought by
Gregory Daniel X and Gregory Kirsten
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $305,000 --
Deed $138,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $45,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/14/2025 07/14/25 Sold $735,000 -3.3% $350 / Sq Ft
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Pending -- -- --
05/12/2025 05/12/25 Price Changed $760,000 -4.9% $362 / Sq Ft
04/17/2025 04/17/25 For Sale $799,000 -- $380 / 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 $6,450 $647,167 -- --
2024 $6,450 $600,533 $0 $0
2023 $3,113 $553,900 $259,500 $294,400
2022 $6,028 $544,167 $0 $0
2021 $5,632 $534,433 $0 $0
2020 $5,632 $524,700 $259,500 $265,200
2019 $5,663 $522,100 $0 $0
2018 $5,524 $519,500 $0 $0
2017 $5,101 $516,900 $0 $0
2016 $5,012 $516,900 $0 $0
2015 $5,012 $516,900 $0 $0
2014 $5,012 $521,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDBC2124190

Bright MLS

APN: 15-1511770200