John Tarpley

John is a fourth generation South County resident and has lived in and enjoyed Franklin Manor for 36 years. His great grandfather started Franklin Manor back when it was a hotel and resort. His grandfather then took over the business and started selling lots so that he could share his love for The Bay with others. He is looking to continue this tradition in South County.

John attended Southern Middle School and is a graduate of Southern High School. He received his bachelor’s degree in business management, minoring in homeland security at the University of Maryland. Realizing he has a great interest in real estate, he recently went back to realtor school and obtained his license in real estate. He has always enjoyed sales and has worked in different areas of sales for years. With his love for sharing this beautiful area, he believes real estate was a natural choice.

He met his lovely wife Ashley while at college and they have been together for 10 years. She grew up in Severna Park and works at Anne Arundel Community College in counseling and advising. They have four dogs - two toy poodles and two pit bulls – whom they love tremendously. John recently underwent gastric sleeve surgery in January 2014 and has been living healthier and happier ever since.

John loves living on The Bay and doing all the activities that come with it - sailing, crabbing, fishing, hunting, or just having a drink and enjoying the great views. Growing up here has given him vast knowledge about the area, including food, fun, and festivities to be had both locally and abroad. He is not here to just sell you a house; he is here to sell you a lifestyle and make your dreams come true. So, whatever those dreams are whether it is here or you’re leaving South County and need to sell your home, he is here for you to do the best job he can.