Fixer upper opportunity just outside the Deep Creek Lake area! Additionally, only minutes from Savage River, New Germany and Big Run recreational parks, this location provides many opportunities for future use. Cottage is gutted to studs. No well. No driveway. Entrance permit approved. Buyer would need to install driveway at cost of buyer. Approved for 1BR septic with ability to expand to 2BR subject to Health Department approval. Property priced reflective of these items. Looking for your next investment opportunity? Call today!
Quality crafted 3 bedroom/2 bathroom house on nearly 3 acres in an unexpectedly good location! Only minutes from Deep Creek Lake, Savage River, New Germany & Big Run state parks, and halfway between Grantsville and Oakland! This house offers nearly 2500 finished sq. ft above ground plus a full basement that is dry, well lit, plumbed, and ready to be finished out. Also, on the property is a second two-bedroom house that would make an incredible guest house, private office or an income producing Airbnb type rental. The 30x50 metal two bay metal garage with poured concrete floor is insulated and heated so you can work on and store all of the boats, ATVs, snowmobiles, tractors, and/or other equipment you have in protected comfort year round. It is truly a mechanic or hobbyists dream workspace. The house has an attached two car garage with connecting entryway which also offers basement access to keep the cold and fumes out of the living areas of the house. This property has been thoughtfully developed with nice features and value adding conveniences like extensive blacktopping, flagpole, trees behind house for quiet and privacy, easy main road access, and attractive landscaping.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$719 (+6.4%)
$27,500 + $36,200
$63,700
2024
$676 (+10.5%)
2023
$611 (+2.4%)
2022
$597 (+2.5%)
$19,700 + $27,500
$47,200
2021
$582 (+2.5%)
2020
$568 (+5.4%)
2019
$539
$19,700 + $23,800
$43,500
2018
$539 (−1.5%)
$19,700 + $23,800
$43,500
2017
$547 (+0.6%)
$19,700 + $24,500
$44,200
2016
$544 (−1.8%)
$19,700 + $24,500
$44,200
2015
$554 (−0.1%)
$19,700 + $25,200
$44,900
2014
$555
$19,700 + $25,200
$44,900
2013
$555 (+3.6%)
2012
$535 (+3.8%)
2011
$516
2010
$516 (+10.1%)
2009
$469
Tax history for 469 New Germany Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$719 (+6.4%)
$27,500 + $36,200
$63,700
2024
$676 (+10.5%)
2023
$611 (+2.4%)
2022
$597 (+2.5%)
$19,700 + $27,500
$47,200
2021
$582 (+2.5%)
2020
$568 (+5.4%)
2019
$539
$19,700 + $23,800
$43,500
2018
$539 (−1.5%)
$19,700 + $23,800
$43,500
2017
$547 (+0.6%)
$19,700 + $24,500
$44,200
2016
$544 (−1.8%)
$19,700 + $24,500
$44,200
2015
$554 (−0.1%)
$19,700 + $25,200
$44,900
2014
$555
$19,700 + $25,200
$44,900
2013
$555 (+3.6%)
2012
$535 (+3.8%)
2011
$516
2010
$516 (+10.1%)
2009
$469
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.75 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
528
Year built
1968
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Garrett County
APN
12 005075
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main 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
# of Rooms: 2
Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $36,200
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $27,500
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 528
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
County Tax: $659
Tax Assessed Value: $58,200
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $659
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer Septic: Septic Exists
Location
School Information
School District Name: GARRETT COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: 469 New Germany Road, Swanton, MD. No entrance. Do not enter neighboring driveway.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 528
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.75 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1968
Year Renovated: —
County: Garrett County
APN: 12 005075
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Broad Ford Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 12.9mi
3/10
Southern Garrett High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 13.8mi
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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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Good sunlight
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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.