Big House on 5 Acres – Tons of Space and Opportunity! This house sits on 5 flat acres of land, with a mix of open and wooded areas for you to enjoy. It’s private and peaceful but still part of a community that offers a boat ramp, pier, and slips at Battle Creek. Whether you’re looking for a big family home, a fixer-upper project, or a place with room to grow, this property has everything you need. Inside, the home has six bedrooms, including a primary suite with its own bathroom and large windows that let in plenty of light. The kitchen is big and perfect for hosting or cooking, with lots of cabinets, plenty of counter space, and a high-end Viking stove. There are also multiple living spaces, including a sunroom that’s perfect for relaxing or enjoying views of the property. The lower level features a fun game room with built-in shelves and extra rooms that can be used for hobbies, an office, or storage. Outside, you’ll find a detached two-car garage with a loft, a separate woodshop, and a shed with electricity, making this property ideal for projects, storage, or a home business. The five acres of flat, private land offer endless possibilities, whether you want space for gardening, outdoor activities, or just enjoying the peace and quiet of nature. This is an approved short sale, appraised at $595,000. The previous buyers backed out for reasons unrelated to the property, so this is a second chance to grab a great deal. With its size, potential, and unique features, this property is ready for someone to make it their own. Schedule your tour today and see the possibilities for yourself!
An incredible opportunity!! Move in with INSTANT EQUITY! Current appraisal in hand at $595,000. This custom-built contemporary is located in Emerald Cove and offers a community pier and boat ramp on Battle Creek, just off the Patuxent River. Check out the drone footage of the water access!! You can have it all; boating, fishing, crabbing, jet skiing and more. Nestled on five, private acres, this home offers 4,600 square feet of living space showcasing a unique floor plan that features a foyer with a brick floor and a chef's sized, gourmet kitchen with a commercial grade, Vulcan stove, offering propane and convection cooking, a triple bowl kitchen sink, stainless appliances, a spacious center island and a special butcher block countertop for all of your prep cooking needs. Just down the hall you will find a bathroom, two secondary bedrooms and an owner's suite with access to the rear deck, a walk-in closet and a full master bath. One of the secondary bedrooms is attached to an all-season sunroom to enjoy the outdoor scenery. The main level also provides a spacious family room & dining area, a separate laundry room with a 1/2 bath, a pantry and access to the rear yard. Upstairs offers two additional huge bedrooms and a guest bathroom. The fully finished lower level features a recreation room, an office, multi-purpose room or additional bedroom, a wood stove, a wet-bar rough in and generous amounts of storage space. Additional features included multi-level decking that overlooks the wooded acreage and a stream that’s runs along the property. Nature at its best! Don’t miss the oversized, two car garage, a large attached workshop and a separate staircase leading to an amazing attic storage area. You will also find a separate shed/barn with electric, paved driveway with ample parking, raised garden beds and so much more!
BRIGHT MLS #MDCA2012432
Sep 3, 2023
Listing Removed
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Aug 26, 2023
Price Changed
$599,000
$129/sq ft
Jul 29, 2023
Listed
$650,000
$140/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 20, 1986
Sold
$26,000
$6/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,052 (+7.0%)
$187,000 + $389,600
$576,600
2024
$5,656 (+11.5%)
2023
$5,074 (+1.7%)
2022
$4,990 (+1.7%)
$187,000 + $280,800
$467,800
2021
$4,906 (+1.3%)
2020
$4,844 (+0.9%)
2019
$4,799 (+1.6%)
$187,000 + $257,300
$444,300
2018
$4,722
2017
$4,719 (+5.8%)
$187,000 + $239,000
$426,000
2016
$4,458 (−0.8%)
$187,000 + $239,000
$426,000
2015
$4,494
$187,000 + $242,800
$429,800
2014
$4,492
$187,000 + $242,800
$429,800
2013
$4,490 (−1.2%)
2012
$4,546 (+9.6%)
2011
$4,147
2010
$4,147 (+25.9%)
2009
$3,293
Tax history for 3785 Crane Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,052 (+7.0%)
$187,000 + $389,600
$576,600
2024
$5,656 (+11.5%)
2023
$5,074 (+1.7%)
2022
$4,990 (+1.7%)
$187,000 + $280,800
$467,800
2021
$4,906 (+1.3%)
2020
$4,844 (+0.9%)
2019
$4,799 (+1.6%)
$187,000 + $257,300
$444,300
2018
$4,722
2017
$4,719 (+5.8%)
$187,000 + $239,000
$426,000
2016
$4,458 (−0.8%)
$187,000 + $239,000
$426,000
2015
$4,494
$187,000 + $242,800
$429,800
2014
$4,492
$187,000 + $242,800
$429,800
2013
$4,490 (−1.2%)
2012
$4,546 (+9.6%)
2011
$4,147
2010
$4,147 (+25.9%)
2009
$3,293
*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
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Baths
3.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,828
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Calvert County
APN
01 162802
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 18, 2026.
RCD
Rural Community District
The Rural Community District RCD is intended to maintain a mix of farms, forests, and residential uses, retain historic and scenic areas, and protect watersheds, fish, and wildlife. These goals are to be achieved in part through the mandatory clustering of subdivisions on parcels 30 acres or greater in size, with a minimum of 60 percent of the subdivision to be permanently preserved as open space. It is the intent to maintain a low residential density within this district while still allowing for some use of Transferable Development Rights TDRs. To avoid drawing traffic onto rural roads commercial uses are limited.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Public service
Educational/school
Library
Museum / gallery
Golf related
Communications tower
Cemetery
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Paved Driveway
Driveway, Attached Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Central Vacuum, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Oven - Double, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
Door Features: Double Entry, French
Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminated
Interior Features: Central Vacuum, CeilngFan(s), Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Master Bath(s), Wood Stove, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors, Built-Ins, Carpet, Exposed Beams