Truly fine example of Italianate architecture nestled among Lawyer's Row in Historic District of Chestertown, Maryland. Immerse oneself in the lifestyle of an Historic Eastern Shore Town on the "beautiful" - as so any describe - Chester River. Home of 18th & 19th c. residences, charming shops, strong Arts & Craft Community, live theater and 10th oldest college in America - Washington College. The location could not be finer and more central. 117 COURT STREET was built and used, for any decades, as a law office. Then in 2017, the current owners purchased this fine building to transform it into their residence. Their attention to even the smallest detail while honoring and preserving the original elegance is outstanding. Original architectural features have been sensitively retained, maintained and presented, A TRUE TREASURE! Now a year-round residence or an elegant pied-à-terre. Chestertown situated in the County Seat of the County of Kent. It prides itself i being a 300-year old preserved Town with a long and important history. It lies about 1.5 hours from three major airports, 3.5 hours from New York City, 1.5 hours from ocean beaches and in heart of sailing and hunt country,
Sold for $365,000
$365,000
117 Court St, Chestertown, MD 21620
1beds
744sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1885
1,025 Square Feet Lot
$371,100 Zestimate®
$491/sqft
$1,289 Estimated rent
Home value
$371,100
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Listed by:
Nancy McD McGuire 443-480-7342,
Maryland Heritage Properties
Bought with:
Unrepresented Buyer
Unrepresented Buyer Office
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDKE2004796
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood, Built-in Features
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Foyer
- Features: Crown Molding, Flooring - Engineered Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 4
Other
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Flooring - Heated
- Level: Main
- Area: 49 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 7
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Countertop(s) - Ceramic, Crown Molding, Flooring - Engineered Wood, Flooring - HardWood, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Kitchen - Propane Cooking, Lighting - Ceiling, Lighting - Pendants
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Rail, Built-in Features, Crown Molding, Fireplace - Electric, Flooring - Engineered Wood, Flooring - HardWood, Lighting - Wall sconces
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Cooktop, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Instant Hot Water, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level, Dryer In Unit, Main Level, Washer In Unit
Features
- Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-in Features, Chair Railings, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Crown Molding, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Primary Bath(s), Entry Level Bedroom, 9'+ Ceilings, High Ceilings, Plaster Walls, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Engineered Wood, Hardwood, Wood, Ceramic Tile, Heated
- Doors: Six Panel
- Windows: Double Hung, Transom, Wood Frames, Double Pane Windows, Energy Efficient, Replacement
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric, Mantel(s)
Interior area
- Total structure area: 744
- Total interior livable area: 744 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 744
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Lighting, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 1,025 sqft
- Dimensions: 25/41
- Features: Urban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1504012437
- Zoning: RB
- Zoning description: Residual use is allowed in RB Zoning if over a certain square footage. This was confirmed when sold to current owners.
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1885
- Major remodel year: 2017
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Propane, Cable
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Chestertown
- Subdivision: Historic District Chestertown
- Municipality: Chestertown
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/28/2025 | Sold | $365,000-7.6%$491/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDKE2004796 Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2025 | Pending sale | $395,000$531/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDKE2004796 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $395,000+92.7%$531/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDKE2004796 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2017 | Sold | $205,000$276/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,240 +111.1% | $231,000 +5.6% |
| 2024 | $3,430 +5.9% | $218,833 +5.9% |
| 2023 | $3,239 +4.4% | $206,667 +2.6% |
| 2022 | $3,101 +0.5% | $201,500 +2.4% |
| 2021 | $3,085 +1.2% | $196,833 +1.2% |
| 2020 | $3,048 +11.1% | $194,500 |
| 2019 | $2,744 +12.9% | $194,500 +24.4% |
| 2018 | $2,430 +17.7% | $156,367 +13.9% |
| 2017 | $2,065 -14.4% | $137,300 |
| 2016 | $2,412 | $137,300 |
| 2015 | $2,412 | $137,300 |
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Neighborhood: 21620
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10H. H. Garnett Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Kent County Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Kent County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Kent County
- District: Kent County Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
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- Kent County
- Chestertown
- 21620
- 117 Court St
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