$1,429,000
OPEN SAT 11AM - 1PM COMING SOON SEP 19, 2026

527 Forest Rd Riva, MD 21140

Riva Area

Estimated payment $8,388/month

5 Beds
5.5 Baths
4,507 Sq Ft
0.35 Acre Lot

Highlights

  • Primary bedroom faces the bay
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • Fishing Allowed
  • South River High School Rated A
  • Canoe or Kayak Water Access
  • Gourmet Kitchen

About This Home

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY SEPT 19th and SUNDAY SEPT 20th 11am-1pm. Nestled in the prestigious waterfront community of Sylvan Shores, this exquisite contemporary residence offers an unparalleled lifestyle of Luxury and Comfort. Spanning over 5,000 sq. ft. and 4 levels, this energy efficient home features radiant floor heat. There are five spacious bedrooms and five and a half elegantly appointed bathrooms, including a primary suite with a propane fireplace, balcony and a water view. The gourmet kitchen, equipped with stainless steel appliances, a double oven, and stone countertops and a generous pantry, seamlessly flows into the family room overlooking Hardesty Cove, perfect for entertaining. Enjoy cozy evenings by one of the two gas fireplaces or unwind in the fully finished lower level which could be a second primary suite or in-law apartment, complete with ample storage and direct garage access. Home boasts a full house generator. Step outside to embrace the serene beauty of Hardesty Cove on the South River, where water activities like crabbing, fishing, kayaking, and waterskiing await outside the hill to the community pier and ramp. With a natural beautifully landscaped lot with firepit, and an attached two-car garage, this home is a true sanctuary, blending high-end features with a warm, inviting atmosphere. Experience the ultimate in luxury living today! Welcome to your castle on the hill!

Listing Agent

Christina Palmer

(410) 729-7700 c.palmer@kw.com Keller Williams Flagship Brokerage Phone: 4107297700

Keller Williams Flagship

Co-Listing Agent

Susan Gardner

(410) 729-7700 susangardner@kw.com Keller Williams Flagship Brokerage Phone: 4107297700 License #602293

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,650

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

Lot Details

  • 15,200 Sq Ft Lot
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • Backs To Open Common Area
  • Landscaped
  • Sloped Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Tidal Wetland on Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R2

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 10 Driveway Spaces
  • Basement Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Metal Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 4 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Chair Railings
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Storage Room
  • River Views
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Built-In Self-Cleaning Double Oven
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Cooktop with Range Hood
  • Extra Refrigerator or Freezer
  • Freezer
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Carpet
  • Heated Floors
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Primary bedroom faces the bay
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Garage Access
  • Basement Windows

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Green Energy Flooring

Outdoor Features

  • Canoe or Kayak Water Access
  • River Nearby
  • Personal Watercraft
  • Waterski or Wakeboard
  • Sail
  • Swimming Allowed
  • Stream or River on Lot
  • Powered Boats Permitted

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Zoned Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Back Up Oil Heat Pump System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Propane
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Coming Soon on 9/19/26
  • Tax Lot 500
  • Assessor Parcel Number 020175109391000

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Sylvan Shores Subdivision

Recreation

  • 5 Community Docks
  • Fishing Allowed

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,650

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

0.35 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Expected On Market: 9/19/2026 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Special Features: 33
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Freezer, Icemaker, Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Stove, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Heated, Engineered Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Jetted Tub, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Primary Bedroom - Bay Front, Recessed Lighting, Store/Office, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 4
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Office, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath, Screened Porch
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished, Garage Access, Heated, Improved, Outside Entrance, Interior Access, Rear Entrance, Windows
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 5187
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 4507
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 424.41
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3367
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1140
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 680
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1820
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 4
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Concrete
  • Roof: Metal
  • View: River
  • Water Access Features: Swimming Allowed, Waterski/Wakeboard, Boat - Powered, Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Personal Watercraft (PWC), Sail
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: Hardesty Cove on the South River
  • Water Body Type: River
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Basement Garage, Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 12
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 10

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Zoned, Heat Pump - Oil Backup
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv, Electric Available, Propane, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Green Features

  • Efficiency: Flooring

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Lot Features: Backs - Open Common Area, Fishing Available, Landscaping, Partly Wooded, Rear Yard, Sloping, Tidal Wetland
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.35
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 15200.00
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: R2
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9650.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 020175109391000
  • Tax Lot: 500
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2026

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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Home Values in the Area

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Tax History

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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
2026 $9,511 $850,100 $175,200 $674,900
2025 $9,511 $813,167
2024 $9,348 $776,233 $0 $0
2023 $9,002 $739,300 $175,200 $564,100
2022 $8,378 $721,000 $0 $0
2021 $192 $702,700 $0 $0
2020 $7,988 $684,400 $175,200 $509,200
2019 $7,899 $684,400 $175,200 $509,200
2018 $192 $684,400 $175,200 $509,200
2017 $7,724 $692,600 $0 $0
2016 $192 $692,600 $0 $0
2015 $192 $692,600 $0 $0
2014 -- $792,900 $0 $0
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $889,900 --
Deed $100,000 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $150,900 Stand Alone Second
Open $650,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDAA2156900

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APN: 01-751-09391000

Maryland Anne Arundel County Riva 21140

527 Forest Rd, Riva, MD

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