A Rare Opportunity Near Sugarloaf Mountain — Private, Wooded & Perc’d for 5 Bedrooms Tucked away in a beautiful wooded setting near Sugarloaf Mountain, this exceptional parcel offers something increasingly difficult to find: privacy, natural beauty, and the opportunity to build a substantial home in a truly special location. Perc’d for a 5-bedroom home, this property provides the foundation for creating your own private retreat while still keeping you conveniently connected to everything the region has to offer. Imagine waking up surrounded by mature trees, enjoying the quiet of your own piece of land, and spending weekends exploring the scenic countryside around Sugarloaf Mountain. Whether your vision is a peaceful homestead, a private estate, or a place where you can build a home designed specifically for your lifestyle, this property offers an incredible canvas. The location is especially appealing for those who appreciate the best of country living without giving up accessibility. The surrounding area is known for its rolling hills, scenic roads, farms, outdoor recreation, and local agricultural community, with organic and specialty farms nearby offering a true connection to the land and local food movement. For commuters and those who enjoy having the city within reach, the property offers a convenient route toward Washington, D.C., while allowing you to come home to a setting that feels worlds away from the pace of the city. Property highlights include: 🌲 Private, wooded setting with a peaceful natural backdrop 🏡 Perc’d for a 5-bedroom home ⛰ Located near Sugarloaf Mountain and its incredible scenery and recreational opportunities 🌿 Surrounded by beautiful countryside, farms, and agricultural properties 🥕 Convenient to organic and specialty farms, local markets, and farm-to-table experiences 🚗 Convenient access toward Washington, D.C. 🥾 Close to hiking, biking, scenic drives, wineries, breweries, and outdoor recreation 🌅 An ideal setting for enjoying the changing seasons 🏠 Opportunity to design and build a home that perfectly fits your vision 🌳 A rare combination of privacy, acreage, location, and buildability This is more than a piece of land — it is an opportunity to create something of your own in one of the area’s most desirable countryside settings. Properties like this rarely become available. If you’ve been waiting for the opportunity to build a home surrounded by nature, close to Sugarloaf Mountain, while maintaining an easy connection to the D.C. area, this is one you won’t want to miss. Come walk the property, experience the setting, and start imagining what you could build here.
Accepting backups
$275,000
2014 Mount Ephraim Rd, Adamstown, MD 21710
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3.97Acres
Unimproved Land
Built in ----
3.97 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rob Krop 301-524-2887,
Keller Williams Realty Centre 240-309-6000,
Listing Team: Rob Krop Team Of Keller Williams Realty Centre, Co-Listing Agent: Candice Carrico 240-674-4601,
Keller Williams Realty Centre
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDFR2089362
Facts & features
Property
Lot
- Size: 3.97 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 1107249357
- Zoning: R
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Other
- Water: Other
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Adamstown
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $223,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,730
- Date on market: 10/3/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,Conventional,USDA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $275,000 |
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| 10/10/2026 | Contingent | $275,000 |
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| 10/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $275,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2,730 +7.8% | $223,400 +7.8% |
| 2025 | $2,532 +8.5% | $207,200 +8.5% |
| 2024 | $2,334 +4.3% | $191,000 |
| 2023 | $2,239 | $191,000 |
| 2022 | $2,239 -4.5% | $191,000 -4.5% |
| 2021 | $2,345 +9.6% | $200,100 |
| 2020 | $2,140 +10.6% | -- |
| 2019 | $1,935 +11.9% | $200,100 +35.6% |
| 2018 | $1,730 | $147,600 |
| 2017 | $1,730 -8.6% | $147,600 |
| 2016 | $1,893 | $147,600 |
| 2015 | $1,893 | $147,600 |
| 2014 | $1,893 | $147,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $147,600 -9.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $162,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $162,400 |
| 2010 | -- | $162,400 -36.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $254,850 +16.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $218,132 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 21710
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Frederick 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.




