OFF MARKET

Off Market Nov 2021 for $588K

$698,437

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,147/mo

•

2,235

sq ft

537 Fern Rd, Riva, MD 21140

About this home

Relax in this secluded, wooded post and beam retreat. Bask in the beauty of your lot from the comfort of two large covered decks and a brick paver patio that is ideal for outdoor entertaining. This charming home is full of whimsical details, such as white wainscoting in the Family Room and exposed beam ceilings. Your Kitchen offers a wood-burning fireplace, access to the paver patio, tin backsplash, and recessed lighting. Upper the home is nestled 4 Bedrooms and 2 Full Baths. The Primary Bedroom features exposed beams on the vaulted ceiling, a wood-burning fireplace, balcony access, and an ensuite Full Bath. Close to Annapolis, and easy commutes to D. C. and Baltimore. A water access community to South River/Beards Creek. Love the outdoor feeling - this home is for you.

Single-familyProperty Type

1975Year Built

0.38 acresLot Size

$312Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 spacesParking

Listed by Bob Chew • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty

•410-465-4440 (broker)

•bobandronna@bobandronna.com (broker)

Listed by Allie Brewer • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty

•410-465-4440 (broker)

•bobandronna@bobandronna.com (broker)

Bought with Denise Smith • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

•410-263-3400 (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #MDAA2006764

Redfin Estimate

$698,437

$110K since sold in November 2021$9,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 0.9% lower than the average sale price ($705K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD BY REDFIN JUL 10, 2026
$750,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,298 sq ft
3089 Scottsborough Way, Riva, MD 21140
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$780,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,022 sq ft
397 Westbury Dr, Riva, MD 21140
SOLD MAY 28, 2026
$770,000
C
4 beds3 baths2,734 sq ft
3092 Sussex Pl, Riva, MD 21140
SOLD JAN 13, 2026
$525,000
D
4 beds2 baths2,280 sq ft
3007 Marlin Dr, Riva, MD 21140
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$840,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,386 sq ft
345 Derbyshire Ln, Riva, MD 21140
SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$563,000
F
4 beds3 baths2,341 sq ft
3037 Pike Dr, Riva, MD 21140

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Market trends in 21140, MD

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.7%

+0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$775K

$35K MoM

Avg. days on market

28d

3 days MoM

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0 MoM

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COMING SOON
$1,300,000
4 beds2.5 baths3,360 sq ft
3078 Tudor Hall Rd, Riva, MD 21140
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Rustic home with hardwood throughout, tucked away, backs to woods, deck upstairs and downstairs, wood burning fireplace
5 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Christopher Major
Redfin Associate agent
There is a pellet stove opposite the wood fireplace mentioned in the listing. The patio area is in the front. Most of the back is wooded.
5 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
George Kanaras
Redfin Associate agent

Sale history for 537 Fern Rd

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #MDAA2006764

Nov 4, 2021

Sold

$588,000

$263/sq ft

Sep 9, 2021

Pending

—

Sep 2, 2021

Listed

$549,900

$246/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1001317629

Aug 11, 2017

Sold

$479,000

$214/sq ft

+23

Tax history for 537 Fern Rd

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

16,459

Year renovated

2023

Sq. Ft.

2,235

Year built

1975

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Anne Arundel County

APN

01 75190247297

Parking Spaces

Basement

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Features

Views

Last updated by owner on Jan 14, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Driveway

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer
Door Features: Double Entry
Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Not Furnished
Interior Features: Carpet, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Country, Master Bath(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors, Other
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: Beamed Ceilings, Dry Wall

Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Laundry, Bathroom 2, Master Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Laundry Type: Main Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 3
Wood, Other

Basement Information
Basement: No

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $182,700
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
Roof: Asphalt
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Bay/Bow, Double Pane, Low-E, Skylights, Vinyl Clad
Other Structures: Shed

Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights

Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Landscaping, Partly Wooded, Trees/Wooded
Navigable Water
Has Water View
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $178,000

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,235
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
County Tax: $3,841
Tax Assessed Value: $367,567
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $4,182

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021

Lease Information
Lease Considered: No

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Heat Pump(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Forced Air, Other
Heating Fuel: Propane - Owned
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Septic
Water Source: Public

Location

Homeowners Association Information
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Boat Ramp, Club House

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: 3rd Party
Middle School Source: 3rd Party
High School Source: 3rd Party
School District Source: 3rd Party

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: From 50/301 to 665 to right on Riva Rd to left on Forest Rd, left on Fern Rd, House on left.
Location Type: River
Mean Low Water Feet: 3

Waterfrontage Information
Water Access
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: River
Water Body Name: BEARDS CREEK/SOUTH RIVER

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,235
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.38 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: 2023
County: Anne Arundel County
APN: 01 75190247297
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: Views

Home facts updated by owner on Jan 14, 2023

Around this home

Schools

Central Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi

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, 14 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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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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Estimated sale price

$664,000 – $804,000

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Home values near 537 Fern Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
503 Fern Road, Riva, MD - Beds \| 1 Baths \| 898 Sq. Ft.	$360,248
525 Fern Road, Riva, MD 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2131 Sq. Ft.	$650,973

Address	Redfin Estimate
510 Fern Road, Riva, MD - Beds \| 1 Baths \| 958 Sq. Ft.	$359,206
504 Fern Road, Riva, MD 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1055 Sq. Ft.	$356,694

Address	Redfin Estimate
534 Fern Road, Riva, MD - Beds \| 1 Baths \| 2062 Sq. Ft.	$478,441
533 Fern Road, Riva, MD - Beds \| 1 Baths \| 976 Sq. Ft.	$388,894

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