Step back in time with this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home built in 1890, located in the heart of Preston. Full of character and original details, this home offers a unique opportunity to customize a piece of local history. The inviting living room features a cozy fireplace, perfect for relaxing evenings. A large laundry room and a separate den/office provide flexibility and extra space for modern living. Outside, you’ll find an oversized shop/garage ideal for hobbies, storage, or a workshop. The property also includes a home generator, adding peace of mind. The generator just had it's annual service completed. New carpet was just put in upstairs.
For sale
$260,000
158 Wright St, Preston, MD 21655
3beds
1,840sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
6,550 Square Feet Lot
$251,700 Zestimate®
$141/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy fireplaceLarge laundry room
- 31 days |
- 179 |
- 9 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Wes Russum 410-829-5714,
Coldwell Banker Chesapeake Real Estate Company 410-822-9000,
Co-Listing Agent: Kathryn P Moore 443-783-8181,
Coldwell Banker Chesapeake Real Estate Company
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDCM2007420
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,840
- Total interior livable area: 1,840 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,840
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 6,550 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0604015444
- Zoning: R2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Permanent
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Preston
- Municipality: Preston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $141/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $190,267
- Annual tax amount: $2,582
- Date on market: 6/3/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$251,700
$239,000 - $264,000
$1,742/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $260,000+15.6%$141/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDCM2007420 Report a problem | ||
| 2/9/2026 | Listing removed | $225,000$122/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDCM2006072 Report a problem | ||
| 1/14/2026 | Price change | $225,000-8.2%$122/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDCM2006072 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2025 | Price change | $245,000-7.5%$133/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDCM2006072 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $265,000$144/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDCM2006072 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,348 -9.1% | $190,267 +6.2% |
| 2024 | $2,583 +6.6% | $179,133 +6.6% |
| 2023 | $2,423 +6.5% | $168,000 |
| 2022 | $2,275 +6.9% | $168,000 +13.9% |
| 2021 | $2,127 +7.5% | $147,533 +7.5% |
| 2020 | $1,980 +2% | $137,300 |
| 2019 | $1,941 +36% | $137,300 +4.1% |
| 2018 | $1,427 -22.3% | $131,900 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $1,837 +24.3% | $129,200 +1.1% |
| 2016 | $1,479 | $127,800 +1.1% |
| 2015 | $1,479 | $126,400 +1.1% |
| 2014 | $1,479 | $125,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $125,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $125,000 -22.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $160,550 +4.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $153,996 +4.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $147,443 +4.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $140,890 +17.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $120,216 +20.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $99,543 +26.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $78,870 +0% |
| 2004 | -- | $78,866 +0% |
| 2003 | -- | $78,863 +0% |
| 2002 | -- | $78,860 -2.7% |
| 2001 | -- | $81,030 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 21655
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Preston Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Colonel Richardson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.5 mi
- 4/10Colonel Richardson High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Caroline County Public Schools
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- Maryland
- Caroline County
- Preston
- 21655
- 158 Wright St
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