Incredible westerly sunset water views from this low maintenance 3 BR 2.5BA home located on Madison Bay with easy access to the Chesapeake Bay. In excellent condition this home is low maintenance allowing you time to enjoy the waterfront, fishing, crabbing & boating available from your private pier & nearby boat ramp. The protected cove is perfect for launching kayaks, canoes and paddleboards. Plenty of outdoor living space on the waterside including Screened Porch, Deck and 2nd Story Deck/Balcony off master bedroom where you can enjoy the water lapping against the full rip-rapped shoreline, watch the workboats come in with the day's catch, observe the Great Blue Heron, Egrets, and Eagles and the serenity of the Eastern Shore. Located in the Village of Madison approximately 15 minutes outside of Cambridge you are near Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, Harriet Tubman Visitor Center, just off of the Iron Man/Eagle Man Triathlon Route and near Emily's Produce (great local produce, food & farm activities), Woolford Country Store (best cheesesteak subs, fishing & hunting gear), Lindy's Seafood (freshest crabs & crab meat) and the new Maryland Blue Restaurant at Madison Bay. The Eastern Shore Lifestyle can easily be yours make this your new 2nd home, escape, or use it as a Vacation Rental when you cannot be there! Elevated homesite above flood plain with very low flood insurance rates - additional details available. Furnishing and contents available for purchase for an additional $10,000. Successfully operated as Vacation Rental by prior owners.
Single-familyProperty Type
2012Year Built
0.67 acresLot Size
$330Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Sharon Spedden• Sharon Real Estate P.C.
•410-228-2525 (broker)
Bought with Dan Shoemaker• Eastern Shore Real Estate Referrals, LLC
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Market trends in 21648, MD
Last updated September 2026
Sale-to-List Price
92.8%
+1.3% MoM
Median sale price
$218K
$26K MoM
Avg. days on market
138d
13 days MoM
Recently sold homes
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1 MoM
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Sale history for 1228 Old Madison Rd
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #MDDO2001262
Jan 7, 2022
Sold
$400,000
$275/sq ft
Dec 13, 2021
Pending
—
Dec 10, 2021
Listed
$399,900
$275/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #MDDO125408
Jul 1, 2020
Sold
$325,000
$223/sq ft
Jun 18, 2020
Pending
—
Jun 5, 2020
Contingent
—
May 18, 2020
Listed
$334,900
$230/sq ft
+30
This nearly new home offers wide water views over Madison Bay! 3 BR, 2 1/2 bath home full of light and charm. Enjoy the dock, screened porch and decks during the summer, and the wood burning fireplace in the winter. Rip rapped shoreline, and a cove full of wildlife. Small yard, but a big view! Public sewer. Energy efficient. Fully furnished.
BRIGHT MLS #MDDO123516
Dec 23, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Aug 20, 2019
Price Changed
$349,900
$240/sq ft
May 2, 2019
Listed
$359,900
$247/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1001511746
Nov 9, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Aug 7, 2018
Price Changed
$387,500
$266/sq ft
May 18, 2018
Listed
$399,999
$275/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,120 (+14.1%)
$94,200 + $279,400
$373,600
2023
$3,611 (+0.4%)
2022
$3,597 (+0.4%)
$94,200 + $225,100
$319,300
2021
$3,582 (+0.4%)
2020
$3,568 (+4.4%)
2019
$3,419 (+4.6%)
$100,100 + $215,400
$315,500
2018
$3,270 (+7.2%)
2017
$3,049 (−2.0%)
$102,800 + $172,400
$275,200
2015
$3,111
2014
$3,112 (−32.0%)
$102,800 + $177,700
$280,500
2013
$4,579 (+20,942.4%)
2012
$22 (+7.9%)
2011
$20
2010
$20
2009
$20
Tax history for 1228 Old Madison Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,120 (+14.1%)
$94,200 + $279,400
$373,600
2023
$3,611 (+0.4%)
2022
$3,597 (+0.4%)
$94,200 + $225,100
$319,300
2021
$3,582 (+0.4%)
2020
$3,568 (+4.4%)
2019
$3,419 (+4.6%)
$100,100 + $215,400
$315,500
2018
$3,270 (+7.2%)
2017
$3,049 (−2.0%)
$102,800 + $172,400
$275,200
2015
$3,111
2014
$3,112 (−32.0%)
$102,800 + $177,700
$280,500
2013
$4,579 (+20,942.4%)
2012
$22 (+7.9%)
2011
$20
2010
$20
2009
$20
*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
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.67 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,456
Year built
2012
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Dorchester County
APN
16 001953
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
V
Village District
The Village District is established to encourage the growth and development of villages in the county's rural areas, strengthen villages as community centers and protect their historic and cultural resources. The V District allows for a mix of residential, commercial and maritime/agricultural service uses at medium to high residential density and at low to moderate nonresidential intensity.
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Balcony, Porch(es), Screened
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Double Pane, Screens
Other Structures: Shed
Building Not Winterized
Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting
Lot Information
Lot Features: Rip-Rapped, Rural
Navigable Water
Has Water View
Water Frontage In Feet: 452
Tidal Water: Yes
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $100,100
Dock Information
Dock Type and Features: Pier
Dock/Slip Conveyance: Deeded
# of Docks: 1
Dock/Slip Conveys: Yes
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,456
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
County Tax: $3,522
Tax Assessed Value: $316,767
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $3,522
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cable
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available
Water Source: Well
Municipal Trash: No
Location
School Information
Elementary School: SOUTH DORCHESTER SCHOOL
Middle Or Junior School: SOUTH DORCHESTER SCHOOL
High School: CAMBRIDGE-SOUTH DORCHESTER
School District Name: DORCHESTER 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: Route 16 South through Church Creek to Madison. Turn right on to Old Madison Rd. at Madison Fire House & Public boat ramp. Property on left.
Mean Low Water Feet: 2
Waterfrontage Information
Water Access Features: Boat - Powered, Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Personal Watercraft (PWC), Private Access, Swimming Allowed, Waterski/Wakeboard
Water Access
Rip-Rap, Private Dock Site
On Waterfront
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: Bay
Water Body Name: Madison Bay
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,456
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.67 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2012
Year Renovated: —
County: Dorchester County
APN: 16 001953
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
South Dorchester School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 8.0mi
8/10
Cambridge-South Dorchester High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.5mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
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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
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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4.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$456,000 – $552,000
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