List price is opening bid. Online Auction Only! Bidding begins Wednesday, June 3rd, and ends Monday, June 8, 2026 at 1:00PM. Unimproved lot located in the Mardela Springs area of Wicomico County. The property is situated on Athol Road and Ruby Lane and consists of approximately 1.00+/- acres according to SDAT records. The surrounding area is primarily residential and agricultural and located close to Ocean Gateway, US 50. "Mardela Springs is a quaint, tight-knit historic town in Wicomico County, MD, named for its proximity to both the Delaware border and natural sulfur springs. Located near Salisbury, it is a peaceful, rural community known for its welcoming environment, making it an enjoyable place to live. " (Per the Maryland State Archives Government website) Important Note: Location shown in aerial images is approximate. Please refer to the plat for accurate parcel boundaries. The information contained herein was obtained from sources deemed to be reliable, but is offered for informational purposes only. Neither the auctioneer, or the owner make any representations or warranties with respect to the accuracy of information.
Vacant landProperty Type
1 acresLot Size
$10,000Price/Acres
Listed by Larry Cooper• Alex Cooper Auctioneers, Inc.
19+/- acres of mostly hardwood timber surrounded on three sides with 680+ acres of public Chesapeake Forest Land near Athol Road in Mardela Springs. Excellent habitat for Whitetail deer and turkey. Property is zoned Residential. Seller purchased property through a quitclaim deed in which access/ROW is not defined. Current access is available through state land. Park at the head of the state land trail off of Athol Road and walk in (see map).
BRIGHT MLS #MDWC2012026
Feb 15, 2024
Sold
$60,000
Jan 2, 2024
Pending
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Dec 29, 2023
Listed
$70,000
Public Records
Jul 9, 2021
Sold
$20,000
BRIGHT MLS #1000797978
Aug 1, 2013
Listing Removed
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Feb 28, 2012
Listed
$34,900
BRIGHT MLS #1000860884
May 24, 2012
Sold
$27,000
Feb 28, 2012
Listed
$34,900
BRIGHT MLS #1001765912
Jun 3, 2009
Listing Removed
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May 19, 2009
Listed
$350,000
BRIGHT MLS #1000787102
Apr 1, 2009
Listing Removed
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Sep 3, 2008
Listed
$34,900
BRIGHT MLS #1000736172
Dec 9, 2004
Listing Removed
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Nov 22, 2004
Listed
$174,900
BRIGHT MLS #1000855758
Aug 9, 2004
Listed
$40,000
BRIGHT MLS #1000854874
Mar 14, 2004
Listed
$195,000
BRIGHT MLS #1000813980
Apr 2, 2003
Listing Removed
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Oct 6, 1997
Listed
$23,900
BRIGHT MLS #1000760574
Apr 30, 1999
Listing Removed
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Sep 10, 1998
Listed
$22,500
BRIGHT MLS #1000757202
Apr 30, 1998
Listing Removed
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Oct 6, 1997
Listed
$17,500
BRIGHT MLS #1000814138
Feb 26, 1998
Listing Removed
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Nov 21, 1997
Listed
$15,000
BRIGHT MLS #1000814142
Feb 26, 1998
Listing Removed
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Nov 21, 1997
Listed
$50,000
BRIGHT MLS #1000845062
Feb 20, 1998
Sold
$65,000
Oct 9, 1997
Listed
$80,000
BRIGHT MLS #1001202654
Feb 10, 1998
Listing Removed
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Mar 14, 1997
Listed
$119,900
BRIGHT MLS #1000813954
Nov 21, 1997
Listing Removed
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Oct 9, 1997
Listed
$40,000
BRIGHT MLS #1000721572
Nov 21, 1997
Listing Removed
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Jul 8, 1997
Listed
$17,500
BRIGHT MLS #1000674074
Dec 9, 1997
Listing Removed
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Dec 9, 1996
Listed
$57,500
BRIGHT MLS #1000754352
Oct 1, 1997
Listing Removed
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Apr 9, 1997
Listed
$60,000
BRIGHT MLS #1000748936
Oct 1, 1997
Listing Removed
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Oct 1, 1996
Listed
$49,999
BRIGHT MLS #1001201308
Aug 28, 1997
Listing Removed
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Aug 28, 1996
Listed
$49,000
BRIGHT MLS #1000844584
Jun 23, 1997
Listed
$16,500
BRIGHT MLS #1000810434
May 20, 1997
Listing Removed
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Nov 19, 1996
Listed
$17,500
BRIGHT MLS #1000810444
May 20, 1997
Listing Removed
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Nov 19, 1996
Listed
$17,500
BRIGHT MLS #1000810410
Mar 3, 1997
Listing Removed
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Oct 24, 1996
Listed
$60,000
BRIGHT MLS #1000811948
Sep 24, 1996
Listing Removed
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Feb 1, 1996
Listed
$49,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$195 (−3.8%)
$21,300
2024
$202 (−3.9%)
$21,300
2023
$211 (−3.0%)
$21,300
2022
$217 (−1.2%)
$21,300
2020
$220 (−1.5%)
$21,300
2019
$223 (−0.5%)
$21,300
2018
$224
$21,300
2017
$224 (−0.9%)
$21,300
2016
$226 (−19.0%)
$21,300
2015
$279 (+3.9%)
$26,300
2014
$268 (−25.3%)
2012
$359 (+1.1%)
2011
$355
2010
$355 (−12.2%)
2009
$405
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.86 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
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Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Wicomico County
APN
01 012894
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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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 Jul 17, 2026.
A - 1
Agriculture-Rural District
The purpose of the A-1 Agriculture-Rural District is to preserve areas of the County that are predominantly agricultural and to maintain the land base necessary for sustainable agricultural activity.; This district is designed to protect agriculture from incompatible residential, commercial and industrial development.; Where low-intensity residential development is allowed in the Agriculture-Rural District, density and design standards shall ensure natural resource protection and preservation of rural character.; This district shall be characterized by a mix of agricultural activities, farms and farmland, forests, open spaces and low intensity residential development or small cluster developments with significant associated open spaces.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Mixed use
Fire house
Library
Museum / gallery
Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 10-14% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
67% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Mardela Springs, MD • 21837
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.4 hrs
6.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 0 Athol Rd
$19,447
$9,447 over list price of $10K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $50K to $280K.