1928 Elm Rd in Port Republic, Maryland is a perfectly updated, turnkey waterfront getaway located in the highly desirable Scientists’ Cliffs community. This home is being sold fully furnished and move-in ready, making it ideal for a weekend retreat or low-maintenance second home. The interior has been thoughtfully modernized while keeping the warm, coastal charm that makes bay living so inviting. Just steps from the property, you have immediate access to wide sandy beaches, which is rare in Calvert County. Spend your days relaxing by the water, launching a kayak, or exploring the outdoors. Scientists’ Cliffs is known for its natural beauty, rich history, and strong sense of community. Residents enjoy direct access to all 26 miles of ACLT (American Chestnut Land Trust) hiking trails, allowing you to immerse yourself in preserved forest and stunning views without ever leaving the neighborhood. This property combines turnkey convenience, waterfront living, beach access, extensive amenities, and a vibrant community setting that is hard to find anywhere else. 1928 Elm Rd delivers the perfect blend of relaxation, recreation, and natural beauty in one of Southern Maryland’s most unique and treasured neighborhoods. The community offers an incredible range of amenities including a swimming pool, toddler splash pool, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball court, sports field, playground, and beach with a boat ramp. There is a Community House with free summer camp programming, planned social and holiday events throughout the year, and the historic Chestnut Cabin event space. Practical conveniences are also included such as garbage and recycling pickup twice a week, monthly green trash pickup for yard debris, snow removal and road maintenance, community water supply with no separate water bill, and dedicated boat and RV storage. Community gardens and beautiful walking trails add to the peaceful lifestyle.
Single-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
6,724 sq ftLot Size
$384Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Dawn Riley• RE/MAX One
•410-535-6291 (broker)
•mdavis@davispalumbo.com (broker)
Bought with Juliet Patterson Brooke• Samson Properties
•443-975-7555 (broker)
•kara@samsonproperties.net (broker)
Source:BRIGHT MLS #MDCA2025902
Redfin Estimate
$573,859
$19K since sold in September 2026$10K since October
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 74.1% higher than the average sale price ($330K) of 6 comparable homes.
1928 Elm Rd in Port Republic, Maryland is a perfectly updated, turnkey waterfront getaway located in the highly desirable Scientists’ Cliffs community. This home is being sold fully furnished and move-in ready, making it ideal for a weekend retreat or low-maintenance second home. The interior has been thoughtfully modernized while keeping the warm, coastal charm that makes bay living so inviting. Just steps from the property, you have immediate access to wide sandy beaches, which is rare in Calvert County. Spend your days relaxing by the water, launching a kayak, or exploring the outdoors. Scientists’ Cliffs is known for its natural beauty, rich history, and strong sense of community. Residents enjoy direct access to all 26 miles of ACLT (American Chestnut Land Trust) hiking trails, allowing you to immerse yourself in preserved forest and stunning views without ever leaving the neighborhood. This property combines turnkey convenience, waterfront living, beach access, extensive amenities, and a vibrant community setting that is hard to find anywhere else. 1928 Elm Rd delivers the perfect blend of relaxation, recreation, and natural beauty in one of Southern Maryland’s most unique and treasured neighborhoods. The community offers an incredible range of amenities including a swimming pool, toddler splash pool, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball court, sports field, playground, and beach with a boat ramp. There is a Community House with free summer camp programming, planned social and holiday events throughout the year, and the historic Chestnut Cabin event space. Practical conveniences are also included such as garbage and recycling pickup twice a week, monthly green trash pickup for yard debris, snow removal and road maintenance, community water supply with no separate water bill, and dedicated boat and RV storage. Community gardens and beautiful walking trails add to the peaceful lifestyle.
BRIGHT MLS #MDCA2025528
Mar 31, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Mar 12, 2026
Listed
$600,000
$402/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #MDCA2024070
Mar 12, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Nov 12, 2025
Listed
$600,000
$402/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #MDCA2023676
Nov 12, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Nov 6, 2025
Contingent
—
Oct 18, 2025
Listed
$600,000
$402/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #MDCA2023240
Oct 14, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Oct 14, 2025
Listed
$600,000
$402/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,678 (+2.5%)
2025
$4,564 (+2.6%)
2024
$4,448 (+4.3%)
2023
$4,265 (+0.6%)
$267,300 + $130,400
$397,700
2022
$4,240 (+0.6%)
2021
$4,216 (−0.2%)
2020
$4,225 (−0.2%)
$267,300 + $124,200
$391,500
2019
$4,235 (+0.5%)
2018
$4,215 (−1.3%)
$267,300 + $122,200
$389,500
2017
$4,270 (+5.3%)
$267,300 + $122,200
$389,500
2016
$4,057
$267,300 + $124,800
$392,100
2014
$4,054 (−12.0%)
$267,300 + $124,800
$392,100
2013
$4,608
2011
$4,606
2010
$4,606 (+2.1%)
2009
$4,509
Tax history for 1928 Elm Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,678 (+2.5%)
2025
$4,564 (+2.6%)
2024
$4,448 (+4.3%)
2023
$4,265 (+0.6%)
$267,300 + $130,400
$397,700
2022
$4,240 (+0.6%)
2021
$4,216 (−0.2%)
2020
$4,225 (−0.2%)
$267,300 + $124,200
$391,500
2019
$4,235 (+0.5%)
2018
$4,215 (−1.3%)
$267,300 + $122,200
$389,500
2017
$4,270 (+5.3%)
$267,300 + $122,200
$389,500
2016
$4,057
$267,300 + $124,800
$392,100
2014
$4,054 (−12.0%)
$267,300 + $124,800
$392,100
2013
$4,608
2011
$4,606
2010
$4,606 (+2.1%)
2009
$4,509
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
RD
Residential District
The Residential District RD is intended to provide for residential development in proximity to the Town Centers of Prince Frederick, Solomons, Lusby, North Beach, and Chesapeake Beach. This district allows for higher residential densities in proximity to Town Centers through the purchase of Transferable Development Rights TDRs. However, the ability to achieve maximum permitted density is dependent, in part, on the availability of sewerage service. This district also recognizes existing agriculture and accommodates agricultural uses. To avoid drawing commercial activity away from Town Centers, commercial uses are limited in this district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Housing-Multiple units
Public service
Educational/school
Library
Museum / gallery
Communications tower
Cemetery
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 598
Basement Finish: Finished
Basement Type: Finished
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Separate System
Heating Type: Electric
Exterior
Exterior Information
Construction Type: Brick
Building Construction Quality: Average
Exterior Wall: Frame
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: SCIENTISTS CLIFFS
Living Sq. Ft: 1,494
Building Sq. Ft: 1,590
# of Stories: 1
Stories Type: 1 Story With Basement
Legal Description: LOT N207 SEC N-2 SCIENTISTS' CLIFFS
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Attached Frame Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 288
Garage / Carport Type: Attached Frame
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 6,724
Legal Lot Number: N207
Acres: 0.1544
Zoning Code: R
State Use Description: RESIDENTIAL
Location Information
Parcel Location Influence: Waterfront
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Tax District County: 01
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,494
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,724 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: —
County: Calvert County
APN: 01 051113
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Barstow Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.2mi
5/10
Calvert Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi
8/10
Calvert High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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 102° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% 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
Port Republic, MD • 20676
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Port Republic. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
5.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$546,000 – $660,000
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