$930,000
SOLD SEP 30, 2025

3069 Choptank Rd Preston, MD 21655

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,512 Sq Ft
30 Acres

Recently Sold

$370 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Pool
  • Water Oriented
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Preston Elementary School Rated 9+
  • 30 Acre Lot
  • Sun or Florida Room

About This Home

As of September 2025

Welcome to 3069 Choptank Rd – Your 30-Acre Farmette Retreat on Maryland’s Eastern Shore

Just outside the charming town of Preston lies this exceptional 30-acre farmette, offering a rare blend of modern comfort, rural charm, and natural beauty.

The centerpiece of the property is a beautifully updated single-story home boasting approximately 2,500 square feet of living space all 2X6 construction. This residence has undergone extensive renovations and upgrades—improvement list available upon request. Priced below recent appraisal.

Ideal for equestrians and outdoor enthusiasts, the property features fenced pastures, a 400' x 100' riding rink, and two large insulated pole barns (30' x 60' and 40' x 50') with concrete floors, horse stables, a farm office, and a tack room.

Nature lovers will appreciate the private pond stocked with bass and bluegill—perfect for fishing or simply enjoying the peaceful water views. Hunters and hobby farmers alike will find this property well-suited for both recreation and productivity.

Relax and unwind in the 16' x 32' in-ground saltwater pool, complete with a pool house and state-of-the-art swim jets—perfect for exercise or leisurely swims without doing laps.

This is a truly move-in ready working and recreational farm, thoughtfully maintained and ready for its next chapter. The property is protected by a conservation easement, ensuring its natural beauty and rural integrity remain preserved for generations to come.

Attractive 2.89% VA assumable mortgage to qualified buyers!

Don't miss your chance to own a piece of Eastern Shore paradise—schedule your private tour today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Eddie Matthews

(410) 310-4957 ematthews@bensonandmangold.com Benson & Mangold, LLC License #576814 Listed on: 08/01/2025

Benson & Mangold, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Vincent Damico

(443) 463-8709 vince@vincedamicoteam.com RE/MAX Advantage Realty License #596758

RE/MAX Advantage Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,646

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

Lot Details

  • 30 Acre Lot

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,512 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Great Room
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Parking

  • 10 Parking Spaces
  • 10 Detached Carport Spaces
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Private Pool
  • Water Oriented
  • Property is near a pond

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Back Up Electric Heat Pump System
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • On Site Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0604009118

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,646

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 8/2/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Sun/Florida Room, Great Room, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 2512
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2512
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 357.88
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2512
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Block, Vinyl Siding
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Body Type: Pond
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Number Of Detached Carport Spaces: 10
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 10
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Detached Carport

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump - Electric Backup
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 30.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1306800.00
  • Zoning: R
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4646.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0604009118
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CAROLINE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 1, 2025
Closed on
Sep 29, 2025
Sold by
Lecrone David A and Lecrone Lynda C
Bought by
Harris Eric Robert and Harris Caitlin Ilene
Seller's Agent
Eddie Matthews
Benson & Mangold, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Vincent Damico
RE/MAX Advantage Realty
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$930,000
Premium/Discount to List
$31,000
3.45%
Views
53

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.23%
Original Mortgage
$837,000
Outstanding Balance
$836,221
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$101,196

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 7, 2019
Closed on
May 30, 2019
Sold by
Tagliavia Deborah A
Bought by
Lecrone David A and Lecrone Lynda C
Seller's Agent
Judith Germain
Benson & Mangold, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Blaine Williamson
McClain-Williamson Realty, LLC
List Price
$535,900
Sold Price
$500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,900
-6.7%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.28%
Original Mortgage
$496,087
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 2004
Sold by
Tagliavia Michael J and Tagliavia Deborah A
Bought by
Tagliavia Deborah A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 6, 2002
Sold by
Gilbert Charles and Gilbert Elizabeth A
Bought by
Tagliavia Michael J and Tagliavia Deborah A
Source: Public Records

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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 $930,000 Commonwealth Land Title
Deed $500,000 Bay East Title
Deed -- --
Deed $87,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $837,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $496,087 VA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/30/2025 09/30/25 Sold $930,000 +3.4% $370 / Sq Ft
08/12/2025 08/12/25 Pending -- -- --
08/01/2025 08/01/25 For Sale $899,000 +79.8% $358 / Sq Ft
05/30/2019 05/30/19 Sold $500,000 -6.7% $267 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/22/2019 04/22/19 Pending -- -- --
04/07/2019 04/07/19 For Sale $535,900 -- $286 / 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 $970 $471,200 $0 $0
2024 $971 $420,000 $0 $0
2023 $972 $368,800 $74,500 $294,300
2022 $881 $358,000 $0 $0
2021 $1,580 $347,200 $0 $0
2020 $699 $336,400 $74,500 $261,900
2019 $699 $326,367 $0 $0
2018 $3,514 $316,333 $0 $0
2017 $3,307 $306,300 $0 $0
2016 -- $297,367 $0 $0
2015 $3,485 $288,433 $0 $0
2014 $3,485 $279,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDCM2006068

Bright MLS

APN: 04-009118