Boat slip included! Dock 2, slip 6 is able to accommodate 40'+ boats with 12' of water at the berth. The owner has added pilings to extend the length and reinforce the dockage. Here is the ultimate waterfront property on the Sassafras River! 5.36 acres with over 850' of frontage on a prominent point on Back Creek. Only 22 sites exist in the gated enclave and they are thoughtfully arranged on a 400 acre peninsula with privacy and protect afforded by North American Land Trust Easements. This site has been improved with a paved drive access and a gravel driveway to the building envelop. This parcel offers open spaces with a fringe of woods to add some privacy. An ideal setting for the most discerning individuals looking to establish a home on the beautiful and picturesque Sassafras River.
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Public record
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Zoning
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Cecil County
APN
0801064630
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Last updated by owner on Apr 30, 2026.
SAR
Southern Agricultural Residential District
The purpose of the Southern Agricultural Residential zone is to encourage the retention and maintenance of agricultural land, agricultural industry, and agriculturally related uses, forestry and compatible rural uses to support the agricultural economy of the County. This zone is intended to prevent the premature urbanization in areas where public facilities can only meet rural needs. Low density residential development is permitted.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Property details
Interior
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Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Horse: Yes
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Building Information
Construction Not Completed
Lot Information
Lot Features: Adjoins - Open Space
Navigable Water
Topography Description: Rolling waterfront
Has Water View
Water Frontage In Feet: 850
Tidal Water: Yes
Land Information
Current Use: Vacant
Farm Information
Farm Land Preservation: No
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
County Tax: $7,602
Tax Assessed Value: $694,600
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $7,662
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2026
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer Septic: Perc Approved Septic
Water Source: Well
Municipal Trash: No
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA Fee: $3,800
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: CECILTON
Middle Or Junior School: BO MANOR
High School: BO MANOR
School District Name: CECIL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Follow Knight Island Road to the end. Once passing through the gate to Knight Island Preserve take the second right. Property is at the end of the paved drive.
Location Type: River
Waterfrontage Information
Water Access Features: Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Private Access, Swimming Allowed
Water Access
On Waterfront
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: River
Water Body Name: Back Creek
Community Information
# of Community Docks: 3
Public facts
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Baths: —
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Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Cecil County
APN: 0801064630
Home facts updated by county records on Apr 30, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Cecilton Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
7/10
Bohemia Manor Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 9.1mi
8/10
Bohemia Manor High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.1mi
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Climate risks
1/10 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
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Earleville, MD • 21919
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Sun exposure
78/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$145,000 – $176,000
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