Welcome to 501 Forest Rd in absolutely gorgeous Riva, Maryland. Located just minutes away from Maryland’s capital, Annapolis, get ready to experience the Annapolis lifestyle without the price tag! 501 Forest features an expansive corner-lot in the highly sought after, water privileged community of Sylvan Shores! Recent updates include cosmetic updates including paint and carpet and update of major systems, including drain/sump pump in basement, Trane furnace updated in 2021, and new roof! Downstairs is room for all of your gatherings and relaxation including a combined living dining room, sun-filled sitting room, main-level full bathroom and THREE bedrooms! Upstairs features an HUGE main bedroom with closet space and bathroom with expansive double vanity. (Just under 750 square feet!) A convenient side entrance leaves the new owner with the possibility of a separate suite and living area! The garage is over 500 square feet and is heated and air conditioned with double insulated garage door - perfect for year-round projects! Two sources of 200+ amp service make it a handy person’s dream! Outside features fully fence in yard, a sitting oasis with a pond and beautiful goldfish and a fire pit for friendly gatherings! Substantial off-street driveway gives the new owner plenty of space to park ALL of their vehicles. Recently connected to public water and sewage. Access to waterfront community park, recreation area with rentable boat slips, kayak rack and boat launch - you also have access to the Sylvan Shores clubs house, community piers and boat ramp!
*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
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,830 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,628
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Anne Arundel County
APN
01 75102231302
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 7, 2026.
Feb 25, 2026 • Final
Residential accessory structure
Addition
Jul 21, 2015 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Oversized, Garage - Front Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
On Street, Driveway, Attached Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Unfinished, Outside Entrance
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 672
Improvement Assessed Value: $128,800
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2018
Building Information
Construction Materials: Block
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $154,100
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,628
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 672
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $2,865
Tax Assessed Value: $269,233
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $3,245
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2024
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Baseboard - Electric, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil, Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: GPS
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,628
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,830 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: —
County: Anne Arundel County
APN: 01 75102231302
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 7, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Central Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.0mi
10/10
Central Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi
9/10
South River High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
8/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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 104° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
46% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Riva, MD • 21140
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
June and 4.6 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.3 hrs
4.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$480,000 – $581,000
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