Affordable self sustaining property near the Potomac in the Dargan area of Sharpsburg! Welcome home to 2242 Back Road. This cute cottage sits on 1.8 acres abutting conservation forest land on the side of the mountain. The property is perfect for those who wish to live off the land and develop their own food sources. It has fruit trees (paw paw, apples, pears and peaches, as well as mulberry, blue berry and strawberry bushes), raised garden beds and a chicken coop. The property also has a detached 2 car garage/ shop with a loft above which could be easily finished to an office, rec room or other purpose. Recent seller upgrades include the 2019 installation of a NEW BAT SEPTIC SYSTEM, NEW ROOF ON BACK PORTION OF HOME, NEW HOT WATER HEATER, AND newer washer/dryer. Enjoy the sunrise view from the front porch and the spectacular full moon views from the recently expanded rear deck. So much for the price. Boat access and C & 0 Canal very close. Boonsboro Highschool
Single-familyProperty Type
2006Year Built
1.8 acresLot Size
$467Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Susan Peterson• The Glocker Group Realty Results
•301-745-4400 (broker)
Listed by Laurel Walker• The Glocker Group Realty Results
NATURE LOVERS PARADISE. Cozy retreat nestled along South Mountain w/ picturesque setting backing to the C & O Canal National Historical Park and the POTOMAC RIVER. Home has been completely rebuilt, NEW EVERYTHING. Wood floors throughout. Also, 24X24 detached garage w/ studio space/loft above. NEAT AND CLEAN throughout. Multiple decks. Easy walk to Antietam Dargon Community Park. 1.3 Miles to LOCK 37 with ACCESS TO C & O CANAL and Potomac River. 1.1 miles to Dargon Bend Boat Ramp. 5 Miles to sought after MD Hiking Trail overlooking Harpers Ferry. Great GETAWAY for someone who enjoys the outdoors. With 2 acres of land & ample privacy, there's plenty of room to expand in the future if desired. Property would be a great AIR BNB with close proximity to Harpers Ferry, Potomac River, C & O Canal, Sharpsburg, Antietam, etc. Enjoy hiking, fishing, rafting, boating, biking the C & O Canal, exploring Antietam National Battlefield or Historic Harpers Ferry. LOW TAXES! 100% USDA Financing Eligible!
*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
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.8 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
672
Year built
2006
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Washington County
APN
11 002374
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
RV
Rural Village District
The Rural Village designation is provided to preserve the unique historic or rural character of existing villages by encouraging compatible development within a defined village boundary. It also identifies clusters of existing development in the rural areas that may be candidates for public facilities in the future. The zone intends for permitted development to be generally of a similar density, scale and use type and mixture as that which exists in the village. The zone is also designed to prevent large amounts or inappropriately scaled development or uses that would detract from the existing rural or historic character of the village. It is expected that development will be residential and a limited amount of mixed rural services. More than one use may be permitted on one parcel in accordance with specific guidelines. Public water and sewer may be available for the purpose of resolving or preventing health issues. Use of public utilities to permit greater density than the density specified in this section is not permitted.
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: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 6
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Detached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $112,900
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Block, Crawl Space
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $79,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 672
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $1,540
Tax Assessed Value: $168,600
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $1,600
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Baseboard - Electric
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Private Septic Tank
Water Source: Well
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: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: GPS
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 672
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.8 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2006
Year Renovated: —
County: Washington County
APN: 11 002374
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Sharpsburg Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.6mi
5/10
Boonsboro Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 10.7mi
8/10
Boonsboro High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.6mi
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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° 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, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$299,000 – $362,000
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