OFFERS DUE 12noon, Monday, 4/3. * * Beautiful 4 BR, 4.5 BA, 4,033 sf waterfront home on 2.1 professionally maintained acres (one of the largest lots in the community). Welcome to your dream home in the serene Southwind community in Cox Neck between Cox Creek and Crab Alley Bay on the Chesapeake Bay!! All the fun by day taking the boat and kayaks out from your private dock (with lift), swimming in the low maintenance salt water pool (new liner and cover 2022) and hot tub. In the evening, take in the breathtaking sunset views on the back deck. Enjoy making quiet dinners or entertaining in the new kitchen (2022) with stunning quartz counters and all new stainless appliances. Have your morning coffee and breakfast looking out over the calm waters of Cox Creek. New plantation shutters and beadboard (2017). Relax by the fireplace in the open floorplan living room with high ceilings and lots of light from the large palladian windows. Formal dining room for entertaining. Main level primary bedroom with water views, luxurious bathroom with jetted tub, separate shower with two shower heads, and large walk-in closet. Laundry room with newer high efficiency washer and dryer (2019) is on the same level as the primary bedroom. 2 bedrooms and two bathrooms plus an office upstairs, including a large finished room over the garage with a private bath. 3 car garage plus extra parking on the large drive. New roof (2017). 3 HVAC zones. 2 water heaters. Large 1200gal underground propane tank. New well water treatment system (2 years). Encapsulated, dehumidified crawl space with sump pump. Landscape lighting highlights mature hydrangea and rhododendron plantings as well as river birch, sycamore, sugar maple, cherry and ornamental plumb trees. Southwind community features a beautiful waterfront clubhouse with year round activities calendar, new (2021) sports courts for basketball / pickle ball / tennis and community nature walk with a pair of nesting bald eagles.
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
2.1 acresLot Size
$563Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Chris Upham• Compass
•703-229-8935 (broker)
Bought with Elizabeth Dooner• Coldwell Banker Realty
2-sty Great Rm w/ soaring stone gas FP & wall of windows on WF. FAB 1st flr MBR W/ LUX BA & BIG Walk-in! BIG WATER VIEWS & SUNSETS! 3BRs & 2BA up plus office! Wood Plantation shutters & Bead Board! Covered Deck for easy grilling-even on rainy days! Patio, Ingrd Salt Water Pool w/ warming cover. Gazebo w/ Hot Tub, Community Clubhs
Public Records
Dec 23, 1994
Sold
$235,000
$58/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 20, 1988
Sold
$185,240
$46/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,992 (+12.5%)
$851,000 + $793,100
$1,644,100
2024
$12,438 (+14.3%)
2023
$10,883
$651,000 + $497,900
$1,148,900
2022
$10,883 (−1.8%)
$651,000 + $497,900
$1,148,900
2021
$11,079 (−4.2%)
$651,000 + $497,900
$1,148,900
2020
$11,566
$651,000 + $497,900
$1,148,900
2019
$11,566 (+49.4%)
$701,000 + $498,700
$1,199,700
2018
$7,741 (+12,802.0%)
$701,000 + $498,700
$1,199,700
2017
$60
2016
$60
2011
2010
2009
Tax history for 2856 Cox Neck Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,992 (+12.5%)
$851,000 + $793,100
$1,644,100
2024
$12,438 (+14.3%)
2023
$10,883
$651,000 + $497,900
$1,148,900
2022
$10,883 (−1.8%)
$651,000 + $497,900
$1,148,900
2021
$11,079 (−4.2%)
$651,000 + $497,900
$1,148,900
2020
$11,566
$651,000 + $497,900
$1,148,900
2019
$11,566 (+49.4%)
$701,000 + $498,700
$1,199,700
2018
$7,741 (+12,802.0%)
$701,000 + $498,700
$1,199,700
2017
$60
2016
$60
2011
2010
2009
*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
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.1 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,033
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Queen Anne's County
APN
04 094085
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 18, 2026.
NC-1
Neighborhood Conservation- 1 District
There are several varieties of NC Districts. The NC Districts are intended to preserve the character, density, and scale of existing residential neighborhoods. The NC Districts allow existing neighborhoods to conform to this Chapter 18:1, and they allow for in-fill development to be compatible with the surrounding area. NC Districts are designated for existing residential developments as follows: NC-1: 1-acre average lot size; All NC District regulations apply to NC Districts with a T designation on the Zoning Maps; except that single-wide manufactured homes are a permitted use within NC-T Districts.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Equestrian facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Public service
Recreation
Housing-Mobile home park
Jan 19, 2026 • Final
Addition to residence
Remove the existing covered porch and construct a new family room addition with a landing. Relocate the heating and air conditioning unit to a new concrete pad.
Addition
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage - Side Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 3
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Off Street, Attached Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
Interior Information
Appliances: Central Vacuum, Cooktop - Down Draft, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Washer
Door Features: Atrium
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet
Interior Features: Attic, Family Room Off Kitchen, Breakfast Area, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Upgraded Countertops, Master Bath(s), Window Treatments, WhirlPool/HotTub, Wood Floors, Floor Plan - Open
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Kitchen, Study, Great Room, Laundry, Mud Room, Bedroom 6
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace - Glass Doors (N), Gas/Propane
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $497,900
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2022
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Main Entrance Orientation: West
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Palladian
Other Structures: Gazebo
Pool Information
Personal Pool
Lot Information
Lot Features: Rip-Rapped
Navigable Water
Has Water View
Water Frontage In Feet: 173
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $651,000
Dock Information
Dock Type and Features: Pier, Hoist/Lift Electric, Single Slip
Dock/Slip Conveyance: Physical Dock/Slip Conveys
# of Boats Power: 1
# of Docks: 1
Dock/Slip Conveys: Yes
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 4,033
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $10,823
Tax Assessed Value: $1,148,900
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $10,823
Assessments Information
Special Assessment Payment: Annually
Year Assessed: 2023
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air, Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Septic = # of BR
Water Source: Well
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Boat Ramp, Common Grounds, Club House, Jog/Walk Path, Picnic Area, Pier/Dock, Tot Lots/Playground
HOA Fee: $1,365
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
School District Name: QUEEN ANNE'S COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: From Rt-50 take exit 39A Cox Neck Rd going south. When you reach the Southwind community entrance sign, follow Cox Neck Rd left. At the Y, follow to the right to continue on Cox Neck Rd. 2856 Cox Neck Rd on right.
Location Type: Creek
Mean Low Water Feet: 3
Waterfrontage Information
Water Access Features: Private Access, Personal Watercraft (PWC), Fishing Allowed, Boat - Powered
Water Access
Rip-Rap, Private Dock Site
On Waterfront
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: Creek
Water Body Name: COX CREEK
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,033
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: —
County: Queen Anne's County
APN: 04 094085
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Kent Island Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 4.8mi
Matapeake Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi
8/10
Kent Island High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.6mi
6/10
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Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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$2.16M – $2.61M
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