This delightful home with a coastal vibe, is nestled in the sought-after Sylvan Shores neighborhood of Riva, and has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It offers a blend of modern updates and comfortable living spaces, making it an ideal choice for many buyers. Step into the updated family room, featuring tile flooring, a dry bar with cabinets, and a refrigerator perfect for your snack and drinks for movie night. The main level also includes a spacious bedroom and an updated full bathroom, complete with new fixtures, tile, and a glass shower enclosure. These updates ensure a fresh and contemporary feel throughout the living spaces. On the upper level, you’ll find a living room with a vaulted ceiling, providing an open and airy space. A sliding door leads to a composite deck, perfect for enjoying the outdoors. The dining room is conveniently located next to the kitchen and living room making entertaining easy. The updated kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances and access to the back deck. This level also includes two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom, offering ample space for everyone. The exterior of the home is equally impressive, with a repaved and widened driveway (2013) providing ample parking space. Enjoy sitting on the patio with your morning cup of coffee or an evening glass of wine. The walkways, installed in 2017, and the attractive stacked stone retaining wall (2018) add to the home's curb appeal. Sylvan Shores is a private water-privileged community, offering a wealth of amenities for its residents. Enjoy the waterfront community with kayak and canoe racks, small craft launches, a recreational pier, and a beach. The clubhouse and ball fields provide additional recreational opportunities for residents to enjoy. Conveniently located near Annapolis, 511 Forest Road is close to a variety of shops and restaurants, offering a vibrant lifestyle. Commuters will appreciate the easy access to major routes, including 50 and 97, ensuring a smooth journey to work and other destinations. Recent updates include a new roof, fresh paint, and new carpeting all completed in 2024 and the HVAC system was replaced in 2021, providing peace of mind and energy efficiency. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this charming home yours. Contact us today to schedule a viewing and experience all that 511 Forest Road and Sylvan Shores have to offer. Verify school information on the Anne Arundel County Public Schools website.
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Market trends in 21140, MD
Last updated July 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-List Price
100.1%
+1.1% MoM
Median sale price
$810K
$40K MoM
Avg. days on market
25d
31 days MoM
Recently sold homes
10
1 MoM
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Nice remodel, The kitchen is small, the home shows well..
2 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
James Mccaffrey
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 511 Forest Rd
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #MDAA2087018
Jul 23, 2024
Sold
$452,600
$291/sq ft
Jul 2, 2024
Contingent
—
Jun 27, 2024
Listed
$425,000
$274/sq ft
Jun 26, 2024
Coming Soon
$425,000
$274/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 24, 1983
Sold
$10,000
$6/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,591 (+2.7%)
$161,600 + $156,700
$318,300
2024
$4,470 (+5.1%)
2023
$4,254 (+8.3%)
2022
$3,929 (+2.0%)
$161,600 + $131,200
$292,800
2021
$3,852 (+3.6%)
2020
$3,720 (+4.2%)
2019
$3,569 (+5.9%)
$161,600 + $117,600
$279,200
2018
$3,369 (+1.6%)
2017
$3,317 (+1.0%)
$134,000 + $126,100
$260,100
2016
$3,283 (+9.3%)
2015
$3,004
$134,000 + $116,100
$250,100
2014
$3,005 (+3.4%)
2013
$2,907 (+3.4%)
2012
$2,812 (+6.3%)
2011
$2,647
2010
$2,647 (+15.7%)
2009
$2,287
Tax history for 511 Forest Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,591 (+2.7%)
$161,600 + $156,700
$318,300
2024
$4,470 (+5.1%)
2023
$4,254 (+8.3%)
2022
$3,929 (+2.0%)
$161,600 + $131,200
$292,800
2021
$3,852 (+3.6%)
2020
$3,720 (+4.2%)
2019
$3,569 (+5.9%)
$161,600 + $117,600
$279,200
2018
$3,369 (+1.6%)
2017
$3,317 (+1.0%)
$134,000 + $126,100
$260,100
2016
$3,283 (+9.3%)
2015
$3,004
$134,000 + $116,100
$250,100
2014
$3,005 (+3.4%)
2013
$2,907 (+3.4%)
2012
$2,812 (+6.3%)
2011
$2,647
2010
$2,647 (+15.7%)
2009
$2,287
*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
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,191 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,468
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Anne Arundel County
APN
01 75103784852
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
Sep 10, 2013 • Final
Plumbing
Plumbing
Water heater
Dec 27, 2012 • Final
Plumbing
Plumbing
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