Rare opportunity to own a slice of rustic Maryland charm! Situated on 3 private acres in Rising Sun, this 1970s log cabin is a true diamond in the rough. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath, the home offers an authentic wood-clad interior that provides a cozy, mountain-retreat feel. New A/C unit and commerical dehumidifier in the basement. This property has been held by the same family since it was built and has never been updated, making it the perfect "blank canvas" for your modern farmhouse or rustic renovation dreams. Outside, enjoy a sprawling, level lot and a large detached 2-car garage perfect for a workshop or extra storage. Property is being sold AS-IS as part of an estate. Bring your vision and your contractor to unlock the incredible equity and lifestyle this unique acreage offers!
Est. $2,428 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 974 Telegraph Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #MDCC2020380
Mar 31, 2026
Sold
$400,000
$186/sq ft
Feb 19, 2026
Pending
—
Feb 18, 2026
Contingent
—
Feb 13, 2026
Listed
$375,000
$174/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,228 (+15.5%)
2024
$2,796 (+16.9%)
$99,900 + $189,600
$289,500
2023
$2,391 (−22.0%)
2022
$3,066 (−0.6%)
2021
$3,085 (−0.6%)
$99,900 + $167,000
$266,900
2020
$3,104 (+0.6%)
2019
$3,086 (+2.9%)
2018
$3,000 (+3.0%)
2017
$2,914 (+7.7%)
2015
$2,706 (−2.7%)
$114,000 + $126,000
$240,000
2014
$2,781
$114,000 + $132,800
$246,800
2013
$2,781 (+5.9%)
2012
$2,627 (−10.1%)
2011
$2,920 (+6.1%)
2010
$2,752 (+8.0%)
2009
$2,549
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.98 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,154
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cecil County
APN
09 009132
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
RR
Rural Residential District
The purpose of the Rural Residential zone is to recognize existing developments and settlements in the rural and waterfront areas of the County and to provide for a manageable amount of rural residential development. It is the intent of this Ordinance to permit uses in the RR zone that do not conflict with the residential character of these areas. Low density residential development is permitted.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Timberland
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry