OFF MARKET

Off market apr 2023 for $617K

$646,292

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,463/mo

•

2,131

sq ft

525 Fern Rd, Riva, MD 21140

About this home

Amazing and stylishly updated home on large private lot in prime location in sought-after water privileged Sylvan Shores Forest! Main level open floor plan is flooded with light with stunning tile flooring throughout, . True cooks kitchen with vaulted ceilings, skylights and bank of windows making cooking and entertaining a delight. Butcher block counter top, custom wood open shelving, tile backsplash, commercial refrigerator and separate freezer. Kitchen flows into dining and dining flows wraparound deck and living. Great details including exquisite matching interior doors with translucent glass. Perfectly chosen features such as ceiling fan/lighting combo and lots of recessed lighting. UV shades tailored on all windows. Main level living with gorgeous full bath. Large custom stairwell with craftsman-made iron railing leads to whole level primary suite with pretty pine floors, a gorgeous tile bath with oversized shower, double sinks and walk in closet by California Closets and lighted hidden storage. Exterior features custom stone and medal work and extensive landscape lighting to illuminate the beautiful grounds. Fenced yard for pets. All new lighting and fixtures and recessed lighting. Heating and cooling all new in 2019 including ducting. Separate work shed with electric. Outstanding community amenities include beach, club house, boat launch, boat slips for rent, ball field, playground, small craft racks, walking trails. Crazy convenient location minutes to commuter routes, shopping, restaurants and Historic downtown Annapolis. Special Tax District.

Single-familyProperty Type

1940Year Built

0.68 acresLot Size

$303Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

12 spacesParking

Listed by Alex Tower Sears • TTR Sotheby's International Realty

•410-280-5600 (broker)

Bought with Bryan Gamble • Gamble Realty, Inc

•301-802-7264 (broker)

•bryan@gamblerealtyinc.com (broker)

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #MDAA2055062

Redfin Estimate

$646,292

$29K since sold in April 2023$6,000 since September

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Homes for sale

This home's estimate is 4.8% higher than the average sale price ($617K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 15, 2026
$780,000
A
3 beds2 baths2,582 sq ft
510 Hilltop Ln, Riva, MD 21140
SOLD SEP 10, 2026
$770,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths1,580 sq ft
208 Edgewater Dr, Edgewater, MD 21037
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$600,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,796 sq ft
16 Virginia Ave, Edgewater, MD 21037
SOLD AUG 26, 2026
$460,000
D
3 beds2 baths920 sq ft
13 Cherry Rd, Riva, MD 21140
SOLD SEP 16, 2026
$515,000
E
4 beds1.5 baths1,924 sq ft
153 Duval Ln, Edgewater, MD 21037
SOLD FEB 10, 2026
$575,000
F
3 beds2 baths2,096 sq ft
3025 Rock Dr, Riva, MD 21140

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$2,939/mo

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Market trends in 21140, MD

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.0%

0.9% MoM

Median sale price

$555K

$225K MoM

Avg. days on market

53d

8 days MoM

Recently sold homes

3 MoM

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Sale history for 525 Fern Rd

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

May 22, 2023

Sold

$517,500

$243/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #MDAA2055062

Apr 28, 2023

Sold

$617,500

$290/sq ft

Mar 25, 2023

Pending

—

Mar 17, 2023

Contingent

—

Mar 11, 2023

Listed

$599,900

$282/sq ft

Mar 10, 2023

Coming Soon

$599,900

$282/sq ft

MRIS #AA8422967

Sep 30, 2014

Sold

$215,000

$101/sq ft

Sep 8, 2014

Pending

—

Aug 16, 2014

Delisted

—

Aug 14, 2014

Price Changed

$84/sq ft

Aug 14, 2014

Relisted

—

Aug 14, 2014

Delisted

—

Aug 8, 2014

Pending

—

Aug 6, 2014

Delisted

—

Aug 4, 2014

Listed

$115/sq ft

+20

BRIGHT MLS #1003145868

Sep 30, 2014

Sold

$215,000

$101/sq ft

Aug 30, 2014

Listing Removed

—

Aug 4, 2014

Listed

$179,900

$84/sq ft

+20

BRIGHT MLS #1007026488

Feb 12, 2014

Listing Removed

—

Sep 5, 2013

Listed

$275,000

$129/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1009242138

Apr 13, 2011

Listing Removed

—

Oct 4, 2010

Listed

$315,000

$148/sq ft

** Price available after signing in.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,312 (+10.8%)

$186,400 + $280,700

$467,100

2025

$5,697 (+11.9%)

$186,400 + $280,700

$467,100

2024

$5,091 (+17.5%)

2023

$4,331 (+7.6%)

2022

$4,024 (+1.4%)

$186,400 + $113,500

$299,900

2021

$3,967 (+2.9%)

2020

$3,854 (+4.8%)

2019

$3,676 (+6.7%)

$186,400 + $102,800

$289,200

2018

$3,445 (+2.4%)

2017

$3,364 (+0.3%)

$153,400 + $111,300

$264,700

2016

$3,354 (+61.4%)

2015

$2,078 (+1.6%)

$153,400 + $104,700

$258,100

2014

$2,044 (+4.7%)

2013

$1,953 (+1.4%)

2012

$1,925 (+7.6%)

2011

$1,789

2010

$1,789 (+25.3%)

2009

$1,428

Tax history for 525 Fern Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,312 (+10.8%)

$186,400 + $280,700

$467,100

2025

$5,697 (+11.9%)

$186,400 + $280,700

$467,100

2024

$5,091 (+17.5%)

2023

$4,331 (+7.6%)

2022

$4,024 (+1.4%)

$186,400 + $113,500

$299,900

2021

$3,967 (+2.9%)

2020

$3,854 (+4.8%)

2019

$3,676 (+6.7%)

$186,400 + $102,800

$289,200

2018

$3,445 (+2.4%)

2017

$3,364 (+0.3%)

$153,400 + $111,300

$264,700

2016

$3,354 (+61.4%)

2015

$2,078 (+1.6%)

$153,400 + $104,700

$258,100

2014

$2,044 (+4.7%)

2013

$1,953 (+1.4%)

2012

$1,925 (+7.6%)

2011

$1,789

2010

$1,789 (+25.3%)

2009

$1,428

*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

Stories

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.5 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,829

Year built

1940

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Anne Arundel County

APN

01 75105402601

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 7, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 12
Driveway - # of Spaces: 12
Circular Driveway, Gravel Driveway
Driveway

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2

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
Door Features: Storm
Flooring Type: Slate, Wood, Tile/Brick
Interior Features: Kitchen - Country, Floor Plan - Traditional
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: Paneled Walls, Dry Wall

Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bathroom 1, Master Bathroom

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Other

Exterior

Property Information
Front Foot Fee: $692.54
Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
Improvement Assessed Value: $109,934
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Estimated
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2019

Building Information
Construction Materials: Concrete, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Vinyl Clad, Insulated, Screens, Storm

Exterior Information
Flood Lights

Lot Information
Lot Features: Additional Lot(s), Corner, Trees/Wooded
Navigable Water
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $186,399

Dock Information
Dock Type and Features: Multiple Slip
Dock/Slip Conveyance: Association Owned, Available by Lease
# of Docks: 3
Dock/Slip Conveys: Yes

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,131
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $296,333
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $4,026.38

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil, Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Cable TV Available
Water Source: Public

Location

Homeowners Association Information
Association Recreation Fee
Association Recreation Fee: $25
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Pier/Dock Maintenance
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Beach, Community Center, Pier/Dock, Boat Ramp, Water/Lake Privileges, Baseball Field, Tot Lots/Playground

School Information
Elementary School: CENTRAL
Middle Or Junior School: CENTRAL
High School: SOUTH RIVER
School District Name: ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Riva Road to Forest which becomes Fern
Location Type: River
Mean Low Water Feet: 3
Road Responsibility: City/County

Waterfrontage Information
Water Access Features: Swimming Allowed, Private Access, Canoe/Kayak, Boat - Powered, Sail, Waterski/Wakeboard, Fishing Allowed
Water Access
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: River
Water Body Name: BEARDS CREEK/ SOUTH RIVER

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,829
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Anne Arundel County
APN: 01 75105402601

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 • 2.4mi

9/10

South River High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

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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 104° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

45% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 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.

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4.6 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$614,000 – $744,000

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Home values near 525 Fern Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
503 Fern Rd, Riva, MD - Beds \| 1 Baths \| 898 Sq. Ft.	$357,322
504 Fern Rd, Riva, MD 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1055 Sq. Ft.	$346,808

Address	Redfin Estimate
510 Fern Rd, Riva, MD - Beds \| 1 Baths \| 958 Sq. Ft.	$353,865
533 Fern Rd, Riva, MD - Beds \| 1 Baths \| 976 Sq. Ft.	$383,738

Address	Redfin Estimate
534 Fern Rd, Riva, MD - Beds \| 1 Baths \| 2062 Sq. Ft.	$464,498
538 Fern Rd, Riva, MD - Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1174 Sq. Ft.	$453,783

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