NOT LISTED FOR SALE

417 Water St Saint Michaels, MD 21663

Estimated Value: $911,000 - $1,686,600

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,579 Sq Ft
$538/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 25, 2024

Last sale price $1,675,000 $649 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,527/month

55 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • No HOA
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • 2-minute walk to Saint Marys Square

About This Home

As of April 2024

Nestled in the heart of St. Michaels, the timeless Oliver Fairbank House, dating back to 1880, epitomizes classic charm. This distinguished residence boasts three bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths in the main house, complemented by a one-bedroom, one-bath guest suite atop the detached two-car garage.

With a seamless blend of historic elegance and modern convenience, the home showcases exquisite random-width pine floors, creating a warm and inviting ambiance. The expansive living/game room, adorned with built-in bookshelves, offers a versatile space for relaxation and entertainment.

Ascend to the generously-sized primary bedroom, complete with a fireplace and picturesque waterview balcony. A charming "she-shed" adds a touch of whimsy to the property, providing an idyllic retreat for moments of serenity.

Boasting an ideal location just minutes away from the harbor, shopping, restaurants, schools, and the YMCA, the Oliver Fairbank House presents an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in the quintessential Eastern Shore lifestyle.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Clifford Meredith

Meredith Fine Properties License #61815 Listed on: 02/09/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Schaub

EXP Realty, LLC License #652219

EXP Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,374

Year Built

  • Built in 1880

Lot Details

  • 6,431 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,579 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Water Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Stove

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Shed
  • Brick Porch or Patio

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Saint Michaels Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 6
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2102061546

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,374

Year Built

Built in 1880

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Nestled in the heart of St. Michaels, the timeless Oliver Fairbank House, dating back to 1880, epitomizes classic charm. This distinguished residence boasts three bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths in the main house, complemented by a one-bedroom, one-bath guest suite atop the detached two-car garage. With a seamless blend of historic elegance and modern convenience, the home showcases exquisite random-width pine floors, creating a warm and inviting ambiance. The expansive living/game room, adorned with built-in bookshelves, offers a versatile space for relaxation and entertainment. Ascend to the generously-sized primary bedroom, complete with a fireplace and picturesque waterview balcony. A charming "she-shed" adds a touch of whimsy to the property, providing an idyllic retreat for moments of serenity. Boasting an ideal location just minutes away from the harbor, shopping, restaurants, schools, and the YMCA, the Oliver Fairbank House presents an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in the quintessential Eastern Shore lifestyle.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Stove, Washer, Dryer
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 2579
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2579
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 676.62
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2579
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 417

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • View: Water
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Off Street, Detached Garage

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: TALBOT COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 121138072466
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: R
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.15
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6431.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es), Screened, Brick
  • Zoning: R
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9374.09
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2102061546
  • Tax Lot: 6
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2579
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 04/25/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: TALBOT COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 9, 2024
Closed on
Apr 25, 2024
Sold by
Craig Mahler 2013 Revocable Trust and Mahler Craig
Bought by
Schaefer Mary B
Seller's Agent
Clifford Meredith
Meredith Fine Properties
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Schaub
EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$1,895,000
Sold Price
$1,675,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$220,000
-11.61%
Views
150
Current Estimated Value
$1,387,400

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$287,600
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-12.76%
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Outstanding Balance
$739,904
Interest Rate
6.74%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$647,496

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 26, 2015
Closed on
May 15, 2015
Sold by
Tolley Christopher G and Tolley Patricia J
Bought by
The Craig Mahler 2013 Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Marie Wroten
Benson & Mangold, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Cynthia Browne
Benson & Mangold, LLC
List Price
$924,000
Sold Price
$885,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,000
-4.22%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.39%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 16, 2014
Closed on
Mar 19, 2014
Sold by
Haugh Brian P and Mckee Roberta L
Bought by
Tolley Christopher G and Tolley Patricia J
Seller's Agent
Bill Wieland
Benson & Mangold, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Marie Wroten
Benson & Mangold, LLC
List Price
$825,000
Sold Price
$825,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.29%
Original Mortgage
$660,000
Interest Rate
4.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 16, 2005
Sold by
Adams John J
Bought by
Haugh Brian P and Mckee Roberta L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$780,000
Interest Rate
5.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 23, 1998
Sold by
Barrett James W
Bought by
Adams John J and Adams Patricia A

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 11, 1994
Sold by
Kolva Dorothy B
Bought by
Barrett James W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$335,000
Interest Rate
8.53%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Schaefer Mary B $1,675,000 None Listed On Document
The Craig Mahler 2013 Revocable Trust $885,000 Eastern Shore Title Company
Tolley Christopher G $825,000 Eastern Shore Title Company
Haugh Brian P $1,050,000 --
Adams John J $475,000 --
Barrett James W $335,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Schaefer Mary B $750,000
Previous Owner Tolley Christopher G $660,000
Previous Owner Haugh Brian P $780,000
Previous Owner Haugh Brian P $97,500
Previous Owner Barrett James W $335,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/25/2024 04/25/24 Sold $1,675,000 -4.0% $649 / Sq Ft
03/11/2024 03/11/24 Price Changed $1,745,000 -5.4% $677 / Sq Ft
02/27/2024 02/27/24 Price Changed $1,845,000 -2.6% $715 / Sq Ft
02/09/2024 02/09/24 For Sale $1,895,000 +114.1% $735 / Sq Ft
05/15/2015 05/15/15 Sold $885,000 -4.2% $382 / Sq Ft
04/28/2015 04/28/15 Pending -- -- --
03/26/2015 03/26/15 For Sale $924,000 +12.0% $399 / Sq Ft
03/21/2014 03/21/14 Sold $825,000 0.0% $356 / Sq Ft
02/16/2014 02/16/14 Pending -- -- --
02/16/2014 02/16/14 For Sale $825,000 -- $356 / 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 $12,307 $1,038,200 $421,900 $616,300
2024 $12,307 $996,767 $0 $0
2023 $9,291 $955,333 $0 $0
2022 $8,931 $913,900 $421,900 $492,000
2021 $8,792 $888,267 $0 $0
2020 $8,792 $862,633 $0 $0
2019 $8,763 $837,000 $355,500 $481,500
2018 $8,577 $812,767 $0 $0
2017 $8,280 $788,533 $0 $0
2016 $7,356 $764,300 $0 $0
2015 -- $764,300 $0 $0
2014 -- $764,300 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDTA2007136

Bright MLS

APN: 02-061546