Welcome to glorious sunsets and spectacular Magothy River views! Located up a long, winding driveway on an extremely private, 2.26-acre lot, this contemporary cedar exterior house built in 1989 offers an open floor plan with wood ceilings and exposed wood beams with extensive use of glass. It has loads of sunlight and wonderful views of the Magothy River, the southwestern sky, and beyond spectacular sunsets! Features include 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a great room with a soaring wood ceiling with exposed wood beams, a wood burning fireplace, an expansive master bedroom suite, an open, table-space kitchen, screened porch, a finished lower level with wood stove, an oversized, 2-car, attached garage, pretty landscaping with hardscaped terrace, a fish pond and waterfall, a secluded sitting area on a bluff overlooking the Magothy River, and 200~ of bulkheaded waterfront. The floor plan enables large gatherings with the spacious great room opening to the screened porch, along with wrap-around decking accessed from the great room overlooking the pretty gardens and Magothy River. The kitchen opens to both the great room and screened porch and has close access to the garage and lower level. It includes a work island, KitchenAid appliances, and a desk area. There is a laundry room and half bath on the main level. Overlooking the Magothy, the main level master bedroom has its own walk-out deck, a spacious walk-in closet, an additional closet, a master bath with an oversized whirlpool tub, shower, and two separate vanity areas with sinks. There is a staircase on either side of the main level accessing the lower level where there are three bedrooms, a full bath, and a large L shaped family room with built in bookcases and wood stove. Glass sliders open to the patio with a fishpond and waterfall. There is an oversized two car garage with tall ceilings which could accommodate a second level for cars. Information on Gibson Island--A private island within one hour of Washington, D. C. , and Baltimore; absolutely extraordinary setting - 1000 acres with seven miles of shoreline, two thirds of land undeveloped and owned by the Gibson Island Corporation, one third residential home sites, no need to cross the Bay Bridge - located on Western Shore of Maryland, 43-acre spring fed fresh water lake, enormous privacy and security--entry gatehouse staffed 24+Hours and Gibson Island Police Force (GIPD), Gibson Island Corporation Service Department for homeowners offering yard maintenance and landscaping and other services, full service yacht yard, 20 minute drive to BWI, airport and train station, private country club (membership by invitation) offering yachting, fine dining year-round, tennis, award-winning Charles Blair Macdonald designed 9-hole golf course, swimming, croquet, skeet shooting, and more, private tours by appointment. (C) Gibson Island Corporation, all rights reserved.
Single-familyProperty Type
1989Year Built
2.26 acresLot Size
$1,062Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Sarah Kanne• Gibson Island Real Estate INC
•410-255-1341 (broker)
•ifhaislip@nilesbarton.com (broker)
Bought with Sarah Kanne• Gibson Island Real Estate INC
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Market trends in 21056, MD
Last updated September 2026
Sale-to-list price
99.0%
+0.3% MoM
Median sale price
$3.7M
$271K MoM
Avg. days on market
40d
0 days MoM
Recently sold homes
6
2 MoM
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Sale history for 640 Magothy Rd
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #MDAA441686
Oct 7, 2020
Sold
$2,435,000
$671/sq ft
Aug 22, 2020
Pending
—
Aug 9, 2020
Listed
—
Aug 9, 2020
Listed
$2,495,000
$687/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1008246282
Jan 24, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Sep 28, 2016
Listed
$2,495,000
$687/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1008220600
Sep 28, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Jul 26, 2016
Listed
$2,495,000
$687/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 13, 2001
Sold
$1,250,000
$344/sq ft
Public Records
May 17, 1983
Sold
$150,000
$41/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$52,630 (+90.3%)
2025
$27,657 (−22.5%)
2024
$35,677 (+4.8%)
2023
$34,038 (+8.6%)
$2,041,300 + $595,900
$2,637,200
2022
$31,347 (+5.0%)
2021
$29,846 (+6.8%)
2020
$27,959 (+7.2%)
$1,816,300 + $474,300
$2,290,600
2019
$26,070 (+10.7%)
2018
$23,547 (+22.0%)
$1,307,300 + $542,900
$1,850,200
2017
$19,302 (−6.5%)
$1,307,300 + $542,900
$1,850,200
2016
$20,639 (+22.5%)
$1,981,700 + $425,200
$2,406,900
2015
$16,845 (−1.9%)
$2,198,100 + $471,600
$2,669,700
2014
$17,179 (+9.0%)
2013
$15,756 (+6.0%)
2012
$14,868 (+5.9%)
2011
$14,036
2010
$14,036 (+15.8%)
2009
$12,120
Tax history for 640 Magothy Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$52,630 (+90.3%)
2025
$27,657 (−22.5%)
2024
$35,677 (+4.8%)
2023
$34,038 (+8.6%)
$2,041,300 + $595,900
$2,637,200
2022
$31,347 (+5.0%)
2021
$29,846 (+6.8%)
2020
$27,959 (+7.2%)
$1,816,300 + $474,300
$2,290,600
2019
$26,070 (+10.7%)
2018
$23,547 (+22.0%)
$1,307,300 + $542,900
$1,850,200
2017
$19,302 (−6.5%)
$1,307,300 + $542,900
$1,850,200
2016
$20,639 (+22.5%)
$1,981,700 + $425,200
$2,406,900
2015
$16,845 (−1.9%)
$2,198,100 + $471,600
$2,669,700
2014
$17,179 (+9.0%)
2013
$15,756 (+6.0%)
2012
$14,868 (+5.9%)
2011
$14,036
2010
$14,036 (+15.8%)
2009
$12,120
*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
Permits
Beds
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Baths
—
Stories
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Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
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Year built
—
Style
Other
County
Anne Arundel County
APN
03 35012162150
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 7, 2026.
Apr 13, 2026 • Final
Gas
Gas
Generator
Mar 28, 2026 • Final
Propane storage tank
Gas
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: 2
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Gravel Driveway, Private
Attached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Oven - Double, Washer, Instant Hot Water, Microwave, Oven - Wall, Water Heater
Water Falls, Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Stone Retaining Walls
Lot Information
Lot Features: Bulkheaded, Front Yard, Landscaping, Partly Wooded, Private, Rear Yard, Sloping, Backs to Trees, Pond, Premium, Trees/Wooded
Has Water View
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $1,816,300
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,630
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
Tax Assessed Value: $2,143,800
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $27,958.65
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump(s), Zoned
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump(s), Forced Air, Zoned
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric, 60+ Gallon Tank
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Electric Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Cable TV
Water Source: Public
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Security Gate, Trash, Other
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Gated Community, Security, Jog/Walk Path, Beach, Bike Trail, Common Grounds, Lake, Newspaper Service, Picnic Area, Non-Lake Recreational Area, Water/Lake Privileges
HOA Fee: $690
HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
School Information
Elementary School: BODKIN
Middle Or Junior School: CHESAPEAKE BAY
High School: CHESAPEAKE
School District Name: ANNE ARUNDEL 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: From Route 95, proceed east on Route 100 / Merges into Mountain Road (Route 177) to the Gibson Island Gatehouse. Must have an appointment to gain access to Gibson Island.
Location Type: River
Waterfrontage Information
On Waterfront
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: River
Water Body Name: Magothy
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.26 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Anne Arundel County
APN: 03 35012162150
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 7, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Bodkin Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.1mi
8/10
Chesapeake Bay Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.1mi
8/10
Chesapeake High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
68% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
June and 4.6 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.3 hrs
4.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$3.66M – $4.43M
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