Classic 1930's cabin overlooking C & O Canal and Potomac River. Nature lovers paradise. Wonderful wrap around porch overlooking the river. Detached one car garage. Front and rear decks as well - perfect for stargazing & bird watching. Pellet stove for heat. Water source is fillable holding tank with compostable toilet and outhouse. No well or septic currently installed. Just under a half acre (. 49 acres). Exterior siding redone in the spring with new paint and repairs, along with new insulation and gutters in the rear. Wonderful retreat from the everyday hustle, and just around to corner! Come own a piece of history today. Property part of C & O Canal Scenic Easement - copy in disclosures. Cash only.
Need a place to get away and explore the outdoors? Do you like to fish, boat and enjoy water views? Then this cabin is perfect for you. The C & O tow path runs directly in front of this cabin. Year long views of the river with easy water entry. Enjoy a warm summer morning on the wrap around porch or enjoy a hot cup of coffee while watching the snow cover the river. Cabin has full kitchen with range, sink and refrigerator. Upper level loft houses 2 full beds. Main level has a stone fireplace. Portable propane heater conveys. Detached one car garage. Just minutes from Shepherdstown WV and under an hour and a half from DC. Property being sold "AS IS"
Public Records
Sep 29, 1981
Sold
$16,500
$30/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,371 (+14.4%)
$50,600 + $76,000
$126,600
2025
$1,198 (+16.9%)
$50,600 + $76,000
$126,600
2024
$1,025 (+20.3%)
2023
$852 (+0.1%)
2022
$851 (−2.0%)
$50,600 + $25,900
$76,500
2021
$869 (+0.5%)
2020
$864 (+0.6%)
2019
$859 (+1.0%)
$50,600 + $25,600
$76,200
2018
$851 (+1.0%)
2017
$842
$50,600 + $23,200
$73,800
2016
$842 (−0.6%)
$50,600 + $23,200
$73,800
2015
$847
$50,600 + $23,700
$74,300
2014
$848
2013
$848 (−26.7%)
2012
$1,156 (+0.5%)
2011
$1,150 (+0.5%)
2010
$1,143 (+3.3%)
2009
$1,107
Tax history for 17414 Canal Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,371 (+14.4%)
$50,600 + $76,000
$126,600
2025
$1,198 (+16.9%)
$50,600 + $76,000
$126,600
2024
$1,025 (+20.3%)
2023
$852 (+0.1%)
2022
$851 (−2.0%)
$50,600 + $25,900
$76,500
2021
$869 (+0.5%)
2020
$864 (+0.6%)
2019
$859 (+1.0%)
$50,600 + $25,600
$76,200
2018
$851 (+1.0%)
2017
$842
$50,600 + $23,200
$73,800
2016
$842 (−0.6%)
$50,600 + $23,200
$73,800
2015
$847
$50,600 + $23,700
$74,300
2014
$848
2013
$848 (−26.7%)
2012
$1,156 (+0.5%)
2011
$1,150 (+0.5%)
2010
$1,143 (+3.3%)
2009
$1,107
*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
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.49 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
544
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Washington County
APN
01 008005
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 19, 2026.
P
Preservation District
The purpose of this district is to prescribe a zoning category for those areas where, because of natural geographic factors and existing land uses, it is considered feasible and desirable to conserve open spaces, water supply sources, woodland areas, wildlife and other natural resources. This district includes the County’s designated Rural Legacy Area, federal lands, state parks, state wildlife management areas, county parks, Edgemont Watershed, and most of the mountaintops and the Potomac River.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Manufacturing
Public service
Educational/school
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Dirt Driveway
Detached Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $25,900
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Deck(s), Balcony
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Garage(s)
Lot Information
Has Water View
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $50,600
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 544
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $809
Tax Assessed Value: $76,400
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $869
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Other
Heating Fuel: Other
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: No Septic System
Water Source: Holding Tank
Location
School Information
Elementary School: SHARPSBURG
Middle Or Junior School: BOONSBORO
High School: BOONSBORO SR
School District Name: WASHINGTON 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: Millers Saw Mill Road to Canal Road. Second house on the left overlooking river and canal.
Location Type: Adjoins National Park
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 544
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.49 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: —
County: Washington County
APN: 01 008005
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 19, 2026
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Schools
Sharpsburg Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
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Boonsboro Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.5mi
8/10
Boonsboro High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.4mi
9/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
3% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$194,000 – $234,000
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