$399,900
SOLD JUL 20, 2020

6516 & 6520 Dam Number 4 Rd Sharpsburg, MD 21782

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,128 Sq Ft
0.6 Acres

Recently Sold

$188 Per Sq Ft

11% Below List Price

24 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Home fronts navigable water
  • River View
  • Deck
  • Water Access
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Property borders a national or state park

About This Home

As of July 2020

WATERFRONT RETREAT! Walk out your front door to C & O Canal National Park offering biking, hiking, cross-country skiing, fishing, swimming, water skiing, boating, a boat ramp, & big slack water. Two parcels, one featuring a charming stone, private, 3-BR pre-civil war cottage with all the charm of days gone by plus modern amenities (separate tax #20-004177). Said to be one of the lock keepers homes on the canal. Hardwood floors, stainless appliances, cozy stone fireplace, & covered wrap porch that's the perfect perch for relaxing on the swing watching the Potomac River flow by or listening to the birds in song. Picturesque flowering trees & perennials, custom garden shed, plus a lovely stone patio for grilling or dining al fresco. (Tax records incorrect; square footage approx. 1,500 sq. ft.) In addition, there's a second parcel with detached 1-BR guest house, man cave, or au pair suite built in 2007 with open floor plan & breathtaking great room views of the river cascading over the dam & bald eagles in flight (separate tax #20-004169). Plus, there's a 32' x 40' heated & cooled garage for all your toys & even a pool table! Why go on vacation when you can own your own little piece of paradise? The ideal property for nature lovers, history buffs, sports enthusiasts, & a great Airbnb opportunity. Minutes to I-81 or I-70 & conveniently located close to Antietam National Battlefield, Whitetail Ski Resort, antique malls, & Premium outlets. A truly remarkable property offering something for everyone. A once in a lifetime opportunity. Highspeed Internet & cable available. No flood insurance required.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Sheets

Hutzell and Sheets Realty Associates License #39656 Listed on: 05/07/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Charen Rubin

Real Estate Teams, LLC

Real Estate Teams, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,830

Year Built

  • Built in 1840

Lot Details

  • 0.6 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • Property borders a national or state park
  • Extensive Hardscape

Parking

  • 4 Car Detached Garage
  • 6 Driveway Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Shake Siding
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,128 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Double Hung Windows
  • River Views
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup
  • Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • River Nearby
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outbuilding
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Well
  • Septic Tank
  • Community Sewer or Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Country Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2220004177

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,830

Year Built

Built in 1840

Lot Details

0

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 5/13/2020 12:00:00 AM
  • Year Built: 1840
  • Remarks Public: WATERFRONT RETREAT! Walk out your front door to C & O Canal National Park offering biking, hiking, cross-country skiing, fishing, swimming, water skiing, boating, a boat ramp, & big slack water. Two parcels, one featuring a charming stone, private, 3-BR pre-civil war cottage with all the charm of days gone by plus modern amenities (separate tax #20-004177). Said to be one of the lock keepers homes on the canal. Hardwood floors, stainless appliances, cozy stone fireplace, & covered wrap porch that's the perfect perch for relaxing on the swing watching the Potomac River flow by or listening to the birds in song. Picturesque flowering trees & perennials, custom garden shed, plus a lovely stone patio for grilling or dining al fresco. (Tax records incorrect; square footage approx. 1,500 sq. ft.) In addition, there's a second parcel with detached 1-BR guest house, man cave, or au pair suite built in 2007 with open floor plan & breathtaking great room views of the river cascading over the dam & bald eagles in flight (separate tax #20-004169). Plus, there's a 32' x 40' heated & cooled garage for all your toys & even a pool table! Why go on vacation when you can own your own little piece of paradise? The ideal property for nature lovers, history buffs, sports enthusiasts, & a great Airbnb opportunity. Minutes to I-81 or I-70 & conveniently located close to Antietam National Battlefield, Whitetail Ski Resort, antique malls, & Premium outlets. A truly remarkable property offering something for everyone. A once in a lifetime opportunity. Highspeed Internet & cable available. No flood insurance required.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Window Features: Double Hung
  • Fireplace Features: Stone
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Laundry Type: Hookup
  • Total Sq Ft: 2128
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2128
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 187.92
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2128
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 6516 & 6520

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stone, Shake Siding
  • Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s), Exterior Lighting, Extensive Hardscape
  • View: Water, River
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Type: River
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Water View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 4.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 4
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 10
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 6

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer/Septic System: Community Septic Tank, Private Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 121138761341
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 110
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.60
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 26136.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Year Assessed: 2020
  • Zoning: P
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2830.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2220004177
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1008
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Close Date: 07/20/2020

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 7, 2020
Closed on
Jul 20, 2020
Sold by
Sheets Robert T and Sheets Joyce A
Bought by
Eichholz Rorke Shannan and Eichholz Pamela A
Seller's Agent
Robert Sheets
Hutzell and Sheets Realty Associates
Buyer's Agent
Charen Rubin
Real Estate Teams, LLC
List Price
$449,900
Sold Price
$399,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-11.11%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.34%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 1995
Sold by
Kemnitzer D A
Bought by
Sheets Robert T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$72,500
Interest Rate
7.56%
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 $399,900 Passport Title Services Llc
Deed $90,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $92,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $72,500 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/03/2025 05/03/25 Price Changed $549,900 +0.2% $258 / Sq Ft
05/01/2025 05/01/25 Price Changed $549,000 -2.8% $258 / Sq Ft
04/16/2025 04/16/25 Price Changed $564,900 -4.2% $265 / Sq Ft
04/03/2025 04/03/25 For Sale $589,900 +47.5% $277 / Sq Ft
07/20/2020 07/20/20 Sold $399,900 0.0% $188 / Sq Ft
06/01/2020 06/01/20 Pending -- -- --
05/28/2020 05/28/20 Price Changed $399,900 -11.1% $188 / Sq Ft
05/07/2020 05/07/20 For Sale $449,900 -- $211 / 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
2024 $2,169 $203,667 $0 $0
2023 $1,958 $183,300 $54,800 $128,500
2022 $1,803 $168,300 $0 $0
2021 $1,685 $153,300 $0 $0
2020 $1,519 $138,300 $54,800 $83,500
2019 $1,495 $135,400 $0 $0
2018 $1,463 $132,500 $0 $0
2017 $1,434 $129,600 $0 $0
2016 -- $129,600 $0 $0
2015 $1,094 $129,600 $0 $0
2014 $1,094 $131,300 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDWA171886

Bright MLS

APN: 20-004177