$291,000
SOLD DEC 19, 2024

56 2nd Ave Emmitsburg, MD 21727

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,224 Sq Ft
0.31 Acres

Recently Sold

$238 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • No HOA
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen

About This Home

As of December 2024

Welcome to this charming Cape Cod home, nestled in the heart of historic Emmitsburg, MD! This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath gem offers a cozy feel throughout. Step inside to find a main level featuring two bedrooms, a full bath, a well-equipped kitchen with updated appliances, a welcoming family room, and a dining room that could easily serve as a fourth bedroom. Enjoy outdoor living on the porch, which opens up to a large, fully fenced rear yard—perfect for pets, gatherings, and gardening. Upstairs, you’ll discover plenty of storage, an additional bedroom, and a convenient half bath. This home is ideally situated just moments from local shops, restaurants, commuter routes, and Mount St. Mary’s College, blending small-town charm with commuter convenience. Don’t miss out on this one!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Beth Ohler

(240) 315-5376 bethohlersells@gmail.com J&B Real Estate Listed on: 11/03/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Kathy DeLaquil

(301) 644-1063 kathy@longandfoster.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #300296

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,986

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 0.31 Acre Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 3 Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Block Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Dining Area
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Walk-Up Access

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Emmit Gardens Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1105160995

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,986

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Ring door bell, wall mount TV brackets
  • Inclusions: Window Units
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-11-03
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to this charming Cape Cod home, nestled in the heart of historic Emmitsburg, MD! This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath gem offers a cozy feel throughout. Step inside to find a main level featuring two bedrooms, a full bath, a well-equipped kitchen with updated appliances, a welcoming family room, and a dining room that could easily serve as a fourth bedroom. Enjoy outdoor living on the porch, which opens up to a large, fully fenced rear yard—perfect for pets, gatherings, and gardening. Upstairs, you’ll discover plenty of storage, an additional bedroom, and a convenient half bath. This home is ideally situated just moments from local shops, restaurants, commuter routes, and Mount St. Mary’s College, blending small-town charm with commuter convenience. Don’t miss out on this one!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Walkout Stairs
  • Total Sq Ft: 1944
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1224
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 227.94
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1224
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 720
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 720
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 56

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Off Site
  • Off Site Number Of Spaces: 3

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit, Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 121139693024
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Fully
  • Land Use Code: R
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Level, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.31
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 13500.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: R
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2986.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1105160995
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1224
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 12/19/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 3, 2024
Closed on
Dec 19, 2024
Sold by
Shoemaker Jarret R and Kuykendall Emily A
Bought by
Edgar Diana M and Aliperti Amanda N
Seller's Agent
Beth Ohler
J&B Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Kathy DeLaquil
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$279,000
Sold Price
$291,000
Premium/Discount to List
$12,000
4.3%
Views
66
Current Estimated Value
$289,019

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$1,981
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.91%
Original Mortgage
$15,000
Outstanding Balance
$14,916
Interest Rate
7.2%
Estimated Equity
$274,103

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 29, 2019
Closed on
Dec 30, 2019
Sold by
Shanahan Susan M and Shanahan William L
Bought by
Shoemaker Jarrett R and Kuykendall Emily A
Seller's Agent
Thomas Powers
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Jeffrey Kuykendall
Trish Rowe Realty, LLC
List Price
$189,000
Sold Price
$184,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-2.65%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.64%
Original Mortgage
$185,858
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 22, 2012
Closed on
Aug 23, 2012
Sold by
Smith Susan S
Bought by
Shanahan William L and Shanahan Susan M
Seller's Agent
Greg Phillips
Catoctin Realty
Buyer's Agent
Tyler Swartzwelder
RE/MAX Solutions
List Price
$159,900
Sold Price
$155,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-3.06%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.37%
Original Mortgage
$155,000
Interest Rate
3.57%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 2011
Sold by
Undisclosed
Bought by
Smith Susan S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$116,000
Interest Rate
4.51%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 27, 2011
Sold by
Eyler Caroline J
Bought by
Smith Susan S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$116,000
Interest Rate
4.51%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $291,000 Rgs Title
Deed $184,000 None Available
Deed $155,000 Creekside Title Llc
Deed $145,000 --
Deed $145,000 None Available
Deed $145,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $15,000 No Value Available
Open $281,287 FHA
Previous Owner $185,858 New Conventional
Previous Owner $155,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $116,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $116,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/19/2024 12/19/24 Sold $291,000 +4.3% $238 / Sq Ft
11/08/2024 11/08/24 Pending -- -- --
11/03/2024 11/03/24 For Sale $279,000 +51.6% $228 / Sq Ft
12/30/2019 12/30/19 Sold $184,000 -2.6% $150 / Sq Ft
11/15/2019 11/15/19 Pending -- -- --
10/07/2019 10/07/19 For Sale $189,000 +2.7% $154 / Sq Ft
10/03/2019 10/03/19 Off Market $184,000 -- --
09/17/2019 09/17/19 Pending -- -- --
08/29/2019 08/29/19 For Sale $189,000 +21.9% $154 / Sq Ft
08/31/2012 08/31/12 Sold $155,000 -3.1% $127 / Sq Ft
07/04/2012 07/04/12 Pending -- -- --
06/22/2012 06/22/12 For Sale $159,900 -- $131 / 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 $3,040 $210,400 -- --
2024 $3,040 $190,400 $0 $0
2023 $2,646 $170,400 $43,200 $127,200
2022 $2,558 $164,567 $0 $0
2021 $2,437 $158,733 $0 $0
2020 $2,403 $152,900 $38,200 $114,700
2019 $2,328 $149,333 $0 $0
2018 $2,233 $145,767 $0 $0
2017 $2,028 $142,200 $0 $0
2016 $1,136 $133,400 $0 $0
2015 $1,136 $124,600 $0 $0
2014 $1,136 $115,800 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDFR2056202

Bright MLS

APN: 05-160995