Welcome to “The Nautilus” – one of the most breathtaking waterfront properties in all of Maryland. This stunning 4-story home is located in the quiet harbor area of West Ocean City and offers unmatched views in every direction. Look out over the Ocean City Inlet, downtown skyline, Assateague Island, and the Atlantic Ocean—all from your own home. It truly feels like you’re living on a luxury cruise ship, surrounded by water and endless horizons, while enjoying the calm and privacy of the bay. Enjoy 5 bedrooms, 3 full and 2 half bathrooms, 2 full kitchens, a private elevator, and an incredible rooftop deck with sunrise and sunset views. Step out your back door to your private dock with a boat slip and lift, giving you direct access to the water. This location offers both peace and convenience—tucked away in a quiet neighborhood but just minutes from Ocean City’s beaches, restaurants, and marinas. The Nautilus is more than a home—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime property with views you won’t find anywhere else.
For sale
$5,999,999
12957 Harbor Rd, Ocean City, MD 21842
5beds
4,544sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$42,046/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 2014
5,001 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,320/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private elevatorIncredible rooftop deck
- 399 days |
- 1,640 |
- 74 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kevin E Decker 443-235-6552,
Coastal Life Realty Group LLC (443) 235-8382
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDWO2031748
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- 2nd Kitchen, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Elevator, Sauna
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,544
- Total interior livable area: 4,544 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,544
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Inside Entrance, Garage Door Opener, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Elevator Installed
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Patio & porch: Roof, Roof Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean, Bay, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean,Bay,Water
- Waterfront features: Private Dock Site, Shared, Bayfront, Private Access, Bay
- Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 100
Lot
- Size: 5,001 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 2410355044
- Zoning: R-4
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Pilings, Slab, Block
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2014
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ocean City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,320/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,001,000
- Annual tax amount: $17,803
- Date on market: 7/1/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/14/2026 | Price change | $5,999,999-7.7%$1,320/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDWO2031748 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $6,499,000+390.5%$1,430/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDWO2031748 Report a problem | ||
| 2/9/2016 | Sold | $1,325,000+334.4%$292/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2012 | Sold | $305,000$67/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,512 -24.1% | $2,001,000 +7.6% |
| 2024 | $17,803 +8.2% | $1,860,333 +8.2% |
| 2023 | $16,457 +8.9% | $1,719,667 +8.9% |
| 2022 | $15,111 +6.9% | $1,579,000 +6.9% |
| 2021 | $14,133 +7.4% | $1,476,800 +7.4% |
| 2020 | $13,155 +8% | $1,374,600 +8% |
| 2019 | $12,177 +7% | $1,272,400 +5.9% |
| 2018 | $11,379 +6.3% | $1,201,567 +6.3% |
| 2017 | $10,708 +107.8% | $1,130,733 +6.7% |
| 2016 | $5,152 | $1,059,900 |
| 2015 | $5,152 | $1,059,900 |
| 2014 | $5,152 | $1,059,900 +65.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $640,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $640,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $640,000 -28% |
| 2010 | -- | $889,000 +12.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $790,000 +14.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $691,000 +16.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $592,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $592,000 +30.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $453,000 +44.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $314,000 +79.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $175,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $175,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $175,000 |
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Neighborhood: West Ocean City
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Ocean City Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 1.5 mi
- 10/10Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.9 mi
- 7/10Stephen Decatur High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Worcester 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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