NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8963 Orchard Dr Chestertown, MD 21620

Estimated Value: $656,000 - $747,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,552 Sq Ft
$274/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 17, 2012

Last sale price $331,000 $130 Per Sq Ft

Est. 112% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,217/month

282 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2.58 Acre Lot
  • French Architecture
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Open Floorplan
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of July 2012

Orchard Hill features large lots & handsome properties. This property is no exception! Stylish interior is especially appealing & comfortable. Beautiful floors, spacious rooms, soaring ceilings, skylights & design surprises. Peaceful grounds of mature trees. Expansive private screened porch. Master suite w/loft. Short Sale process begun for quick settlement.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nancy McGuire

(443) 480-7342 nmcguire@mdheritage.properties Maryland Heritage Properties License #20253 Listed on: 06/15/2011

Last Buyer's Agent

Liddy Campbell

(410) 708-5433 lcampbell@ttrsir.com TTR Sotheby's International Realty License #643182

TTR Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,925

Year Built

  • Built in 1989

Lot Details

  • 2.58 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Property is in very good condition
  • Property is zoned RR

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • French Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,552 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Sitting Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Loft
  • Utility Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Crawl Space
  • Flood Lights
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Built-In Oven
  • Down Draft Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Screened Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Kent County High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Water Dispenser
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Water Conditioner is Owned
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Orchard Hill Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 11
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1504023471

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,925

Year Built

Built in 1989

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: French
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Lower 2, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Special Features: 12
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Cooktop, Cooktop - Down Draft, Dishwasher, Dryer, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven - Single, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Dispenser
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Primary Bath(s), Window Treatments, Entry Level Bedroom, Wood Floors, Whirlpool/Hottub, Floor Plan - Open, Floor Plan - Traditional
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Cathedral Ceilings, Dry Wall, High
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Foundation Details: Block, Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Foyer, Study, Laundry, Loft, Mud Room, Utility Room, Bedroom 6
  • Basement: No
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 2552
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2552
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 125.39
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2552
  • 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
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Flood Lights
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage, Paved Driveway, Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage - Side Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street, Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Septic Exists
  • Utilities: Under Ground
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • High School: KENT COUNTY

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 250700.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 143300.00
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Landscaping
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.58
  • Lot Size Area: 112385
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 112385.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es), Screened
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Zoning: RR

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4505853
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4924.51
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1504023471
  • Tax Lot: 11
  • Tax Page Number: 585
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2010

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: KENT COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 15, 2025
Sold by
Shifrin James R and Shifrin Emily W
Bought by
James R Shifrin Revocable Trust and Emily W Shifrin Revocable Trust
Current Estimated Value
$700,195

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 15, 2011
Closed on
Jul 17, 2012
Sold by
Ames Christopher and Ames Lauren D
Bought by
Shifrin James R and Shifrin Emily W
Seller's Agent
Nancy McGuire
Maryland Heritage Properties
Buyer's Agent
Liddy Campbell
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$380,000
Sold Price
$331,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,000
-12.89%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.75%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 2006
Sold by
Cooper William C
Bought by
Ames Christopher and Ames Lauren D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,000
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 30, 2006
Sold by
Cooper William C
Bought by
Ames Christopher and Ames Lauren D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,000
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 23, 1992
Sold by
Harasymtzuk Michael and Harasymtzuk Donnell
Bought by
Cooper William C and Cooper Damaris
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
James R Shifrin Revocable Trust -- None Listed On Document
Shifrin James R $331,000 None Available
Ames Christopher $460,000 --
Ames Christopher $460,000 --
Cooper William C $185,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Ames Christopher $115,000
Previous Owner Ames Christopher $345,000
Previous Owner Ames Christopher $345,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/17/2012 07/17/12 Sold $331,000 +3.4% $130 / Sq Ft
03/23/2012 03/23/12 Pending -- -- --
10/17/2011 10/17/11 Price Changed $320,000 -15.8% $125 / Sq Ft
06/15/2011 06/15/11 For Sale $380,000 -- $149 / 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 $6,412 $560,100 $113,300 $446,800
2024 $6,132 $535,467 $0 $0
2023 $5,525 $510,833 $0 $0
2022 $5,525 $486,200 $113,300 $372,900
2021 $5,450 $480,767 $0 $0
2020 $5,450 $475,333 $0 $0
2019 $5,389 $469,900 $113,300 $356,600
2018 $5,378 $469,000 $0 $0
2017 $5,368 $468,100 $0 $0
2016 -- $467,200 $0 $0
2015 $4,166 $467,200 $0 $0
2014 $4,166 $318,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1004471840

Bright MLS

APN: 04-023471