note to appraisers: house and tenant house sold "as is. " THE SERIOUS OUTDOORSMAN/HUNTER, NATURE ENTHUSIAST, OR SOMEONE LOOKING FOR THE PERFECT FAMILY GET AWAY COMPOUND WILL LOVE THIS PRIVATE AND SECLUDED WATERFRONT SETTING ON 357 +/- ACRES. 8000 FT (over 1.5 miles) OF WATER FRONTAGE ON THE LITTLE CHOPTANK RIVER & SMITH COVE WITH SPECTACULAR SUNSETS. A GATED ENTRY LEADS TO A ONE MILE PRIVATE TREE LINED DRIVE OPENING TO FIELDS AND THE LITTLE CHOPTANK WATERFRONT. BOATERS WILL ENJOY THE TWO MULTI SLIP PIERS, BOATHOUSE, AND SANDY BEACH TO LAUNCH THEIR CANOES & KAYAKS. THE WATERFRONT IS RIP RAPPED ALONG THE MAIN HOUSE WF). THE 5 BR RUSTIC FARMHOUSE WITH A SCREENED IN WRAP AROUND PORCH IS THE IDEAL SETTING FOR CRAB FEASTS, RELAXING, AND GORGEOUS HAPPY HOUR SUNSETS. THE MAIN HOUSE HAS HAD WINDOWS AND HVAC REPLACED. THE OVERSIZED GARAGE & OUTBUILDINGS ARE FABULOUS FOR FARM/BOATING/HUNTING EQUIPMENT & STORAGE. THE MAIN HOUSE SLEEPS 15+ & HAS AN ESTABLISHED HISTORY OF RENTAL INCOME +/- $2995 PER WEEK IN SUMMERTIME. THE 2 BR 1 FULL BATH TENANT HOUSE (OR CARETAKERS HOUSE) HAS A NEW ROOF (FEB 20) WITH A REMODELED KITCHEN, DECK & SHED OVERLOOKING THE WATER & BOATHOUSE. THE ENTIRE PROPERTY CONSISTS OF THREE LOTS. JUST . 7 MILES TO DOWNTOWN CAMBRIDGE, AND JUST MINUTES AWAY FROM THE HYATT REGENCY (WITH CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF), SHOPPING, RESTAURANTS & THE BLACKWATER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE. PLENTIFUL DEER (Whitetail and Sika), TURKEYS, FOXES, DUCKS, GEESE AND WATERFOWL. SOME FIELDS CURRENTLY BEING FARMED (MILO & MILLET). SEE DISCLOSURES FOR SPECIFIC INFO REGARDING PROPERTY. SELLER TO ACCOMPANY ALL SHOWINGS & WILL GIVE YOU THE TOUR ON THE MOTORIZED MULE!
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
357 acresLot Size
$513Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Lori Gough• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
•410-224-0600 (broker)
Bought with Ed Balcerzak JR.• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty-WOC
note to. appraisers: house and tenant house sold "as is. " THE SERIOUS OUTDOORSMAN/HUNTER OR NATURE ENTHUSIAST WILL LOVE THIS PRIVATE AND SECLUDED WATERFRONT SETTING ON 357 +/- ACRES. 8000 FT (approx 1.5 miles) OF WATER FRONTAGE ON THE LITTLE CHOPTANK & SMITH COVE WITH SPECTACULAR SUNSETS. A GATED ENTRY LEADS TO A PRIVATE TREE LINED ONE MILE DRIVE OPENING TO FIELDS AND WATER. BOATERS WILL ENJOY THE TWO MULTI SLIP PIERS, BOATHOUSE, AND SANDY BEACH TO LAUNCH THEIR CANOES & KAYAKS. THE 5 BR RUSTIC FARMHOUSE WITH A WRAP AROUND PORCH HAS HAD WINDOWS AND HVAC REPLACED. THE OVERSIZED GARAGE & OUTBUILDINGS ARE IDEAL FOR FARM/BOATING/HUNTING EQUIPMENT & STORAGE. THE MAIN HOUSE SLEEPS 15+ & HAS AN ESTABLISHED HISTORY OF RENTAL INCOME +/- $2995 PER WEEK IN SUMMERTIME. THE 2 BR 1 FULL BATH TENANT HOUSE (OR CARETAKERS HOUSE) HAS A NEW ROOF (FEB 2020) & NEWER KITCHEN, DECK & SHED OVERLOOKING THE WATER. THREE LOTS. 7 MILES AWAY FROM THE HYATT REGENCY (WITH CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF), SHOPPING, RESTAURANTS & THE BLACKWATER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE. PLENTIFUL DEER (WHITETAIL & SIKA), BALD EAGLES, TURKEYS, FOXES, BIRDS, ETC. SOME FIELDS CURRENTLY BEING FARMED (MILO & MILLET). SEE DISCLOSURES FOR SPECIFIC INFO REGARDING PROPERTY. SELLER TO ACCOMPANY ALL SHOWINGS & WILL GIVE YOU THE TOUR ON THE MOTORIZED MULE!
BRIGHT MLS #MDDO126234
Jun 30, 2021
Sold
$1,795,000
$513/sq ft
Apr 30, 2021
Contingent
—
Mar 22, 2021
Price Changed
$1,795,000
$513/sq ft
Oct 27, 2020
Listed
$1,850,000
$529/sq ft
+46
note to appraisers: home and tenant house sold "as is. " THE SERIOUS OUTDOORSMAN/HUNTER, NATURE ENTHUSIAST, OR SOMEONE LOOKING FOR THE PERFECT FAMILY GET AWAY COMPOUND WILL LOVE THIS PRIVATE AND SECLUDED WATERFRONT SETTING ON 357 +/- ACRES. 8000 FT (over 1.5 miles) OF WATER FRONTAGE ON THE LITTLE CHOPTANK RIVER & SMITH COVE WITH SPECTACULAR SUNSETS. A GATED ENTRY LEADS TO A ONE MILE PRIVATE TREE LINED DRIVE OPENING TO FIELDS AND THE LITTLE CHOPTANK WATERFRONT. BOATERS WILL ENJOY THE TWO MULTI SLIP PIERS, BOATHOUSE, AND SANDY BEACH TO LAUNCH THEIR CANOES & KAYAKS. THE WATERFRONT IS RIP RAPPED ALONG THE MAIN HOUSE WF). THE 5 BR RUSTIC FARMHOUSE WITH A SCREENED IN WRAP AROUND PORCH IS THE IDEAL SETTING FOR CRAB FEASTS, RELAXING, AND GORGEOUS HAPPY HOUR SUNSETS. THE MAIN HOUSE HAS HAD WINDOWS AND HVAC REPLACED. THE OVERSIZED GARAGE & OUTBUILDINGS ARE FABULOUS FOR FARM/BOATING/HUNTING EQUIPMENT & STORAGE. THE MAIN HOUSE SLEEPS 15+ & HAS AN ESTABLISHED HISTORY OF RENTAL INCOME +/- $2995 PER WEEK IN SUMMERTIME. THE 2 BR 1 FULL BATH TENANT HOUSE (OR CARETAKERS HOUSE) HAS A NEW ROOF (FEB 20) WITH A REMODELED KITCHEN, DECK & SHED OVERLOOKING THE WATER & BOATHOUSE. THE ENTIRE PROPERTY CONSISTS OF THREE LOTS. JUST 7 MILES TO DOWNTOWN CAMBRIDGE , THE HYATT REGENCY (WTH CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF), SHOPPING, RESTAURANTS & THE BLACKWATER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE. PLENTIFUL DEER (Whitetail and Sika), TURKEYS, FOXES, DUCKS, GEESE AND WATERFOWL. SOME FIELDS CURRENTLY BEING FARMED (MILO & MILLET). SEE DISCLOSURES FOR SPECIFIC INFO REGARDING PROPERTY. SELLER TO ACCOMPANY ALL SHOWINGS & WILL GIVE YOU THE TOUR ON THE MOTORIZED MULE!
Public Records
Jul 21, 2014
Sold
$1,300,000
$371/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,272 (+9.6%)
2023
$4,812 (+3.5%)
$278,700 + $177,700
$456,400
2022
$4,650 (+3.3%)
2021
$4,504
$278,700 + $134,100
$412,800
2020
$4,504 (−1.1%)
$265,500 + $134,100
$399,600
2019
$4,552 (+1.1%)
$265,500 + $134,100
$399,600
2018
$4,504 (+3.5%)
2017
$4,353 (+0.9%)
2015
$4,314 (−8.9%)
$290,500 + $139,000
$429,500
2014
$4,733
$290,500 + $139,000
$429,500
2013
$4,733 (+1.3%)
2012
$4,673 (−20.4%)
2011
$5,870 (+7.8%)
2010
$5,444
2009
$5,444
Tax history for 1542 Town Point Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,272 (+9.6%)
2023
$4,812 (+3.5%)
$278,700 + $177,700
$456,400
2022
$4,650 (+3.3%)
2021
$4,504
$278,700 + $134,100
$412,800
2020
$4,504 (−1.1%)
$265,500 + $134,100
$399,600
2019
$4,552 (+1.1%)
$265,500 + $134,100
$399,600
2018
$4,504 (+3.5%)
2017
$4,353 (+0.9%)
2015
$4,314 (−8.9%)
$290,500 + $139,000
$429,500
2014
$4,733
$290,500 + $139,000
$429,500
2013
$4,733 (+1.3%)
2012
$4,673 (−20.4%)
2011
$5,870 (+7.8%)
2010
$5,444
2009
$5,444
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
105.08 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,516
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Dorchester County
APN
07 196865
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
RC
Resource Conservation District
The Resource Conservation District is established to conserve natural environments (maritime areas, wetlands and forests) and to encourage resource development activities, such as agriculture, forestry and fisheries, thereby helping to ensure that resource development continues as a long-term land use and a viable economic activity in the county. Residential development at very low density is permitted in the RC District where it is located and designed to respect existing features of the natural landscape. This district includes land within the critical area.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Student
Bed & breakfast
Public service
Recreation
Communications tower
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Grove / orchard / vineyard
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Additional Storage Area, Other
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 3
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Gravel Driveway
Attached Garage, Driveway, Other
Interior
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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 5
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Freezer, Icemaker, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
Flooring Type: Wood
Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Efficiency, Wood Floors, Wood Stove, Other
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Wood
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Accessibility Features: Other, Mobility Improvements, Ramp - Main Level
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Habitable Residence: Yes
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es), Screened, Wrap Around
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Barn, Barn/Farm Building, 2nd House, Boat House, Garage(s), Shed, Other
Exterior Information
Boat Storage, Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights, Outbuilding(s), Private Beach, Secure Storage, Other
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Marshy, Partly Wooded, Pond, Premium, Private, Rear Yard, Rural, Secluded, Trees/Wooded, Other
Navigable Water
Has Water View
Water Frontage In Feet: 8,000
Land Information
Crops Included: No
Wooded Acres: 120.00
Farm Information
Farm Features: Hunting, Other Residence, Shed(s)
Land Area Source: Estimated
Land Area Units: Acres
General, Grain, Hay, Pasture
Farm Land Preservation: Yes
Dock Information
Dock Type and Features: Multiple Slip, Pier, Private, Ramp, Other
School District Name: DORCHESTER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: RT 50 TO CAMBRIDGE, SOUTH ON WOODS RD, RIGHT TURN (WEST) ON RT 16, BEAR RIGHT @ DAILSVILLE RD/TOWN PT RD, LEFT ONTO TOWN PT RD, GO 2.2 MILES, DRIVEWAY ON RIGHT. PLEASE DO NOT ENTER WITHOUT APPROVED APPOINTMENT.
Location Type: River
Mean Low Water Feet: 3
Waterfrontage Information
Water Access Features: Boat - Powered, Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Personal Watercraft (PWC), Private Access, Swimming Allowed, Waterski/Wakeboard
Water Access
Boat/Launch Ramp, Private Dock Site, Rip-Rap, Sandy Beach
On Waterfront
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: River
Water Body Name: Little Choptank River & Smith Cove
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,516
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 105.08 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: —
County: Dorchester County
APN: 07 196865
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
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Schools
Sandy Hill Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.7mi
4/10
Mace's Lane Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.2mi
3/10
Cambridge-South Dorchester High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.5mi
2/10
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
7/10 Wind Factor
79% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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