Welcome to the William J. Wrightson House, a beautifully restored c. 1897 residence where historic St. Michaels charm meets exceptional modern comfort. Located in the heart of town and just steps from the waterfront, marinas, shops, and restaurants, this distinctive 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offers an extraordinary opportunity to enjoy the very best of Eastern Shore living. Extensively renovated with an emphasis on quality and craftsmanship, the home has been updated from top to bottom. Improvements include new HVAC systems, tankless hot water heaters, updated wiring, encapsulated crawl space, new roof and gutters, recessed lighting, high-end appliances, three renovated baths, a custom butler’s pantry, complete interior and exterior painting, and improved patio drainage and grading. Natural light fills the gracious interior, highlighting heart pine and yellow pine floors, custom millwork, and beautifully appointed living spaces. The living room, anchored by a new gas fireplace, flows naturally into the formal dining room and gourmet kitchen, which features quartz countertops, top-tier appliances, generous cabinetry, and custom built-ins. At the rear of the home, the extraordinary sunroom overlooking the English garden, provides an inviting space for relaxed gatherings or entertaining. Vaulted ceilings, shiplap wall treatment, custom built-ins, and butler’s pantry with beverage chiller and bar sink make this room the heart of the house. French doors open to the brick patio and beautifully landscaped gardens. The second floor offers a serene primary suite with a luxurious marble bath, clawfoot soaking tub, antique vanity, and glass-enclosed walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms and a beautifully renovated hall bath provide comfortable accommodations for family and guests. Outside, a private English garden creates a picturesque retreat, with roses, crepe myrtles, and hydrangeas framed by a charming French Gothic lattice shadowbox fence. Beautifully restored, thoughtfully designed, and ideally located, this is historic St. Michaels living at its finest.
For sale
$1,250,000
202 E Chestnut St, Saint Michaels, MD 21663
3beds
2,052sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1897
3,567 Square Feet Lot
$1,182,100 Zestimate®
$609/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Custom built-insBeautifully renovated hall bathThree renovated bathsCustom millworkBrick patioNew roof and guttersBeautifully landscaped gardens
- 46 days
- 573
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Wink Cowee 410-310-0208,
Benson & Mangold, LLC (410) 745-0415
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDTA2014844
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Flooring - Marble
- Level: Upper
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 X 9
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Stall Shower
- Level: Main
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 8
Bathroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Upper
- Area: 28 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4 X 7
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 16
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Wet Bar
- Level: Main
- Area: 414 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 X 23
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 14
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Other, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 17
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump, Multi Units, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Tankless Water Heater, Oven, Instant Hot Water
Features
- Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Butlers Pantry, Recessed Lighting
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,052
- Total interior livable area: 2,052 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,052
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,567 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 2102066831
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1897
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: St. Michaels
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Saint Michaels
- Municipality: Saint Michaels
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $609/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $609,200
- Annual tax amount: $7,023
- Date on market: 8/21/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$1,182,100
$1.12M - $1.24M
$2,677/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000-2%$609/sqft |
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| 6/13/2026 | Listing removed | $1,275,000$621/sqft |
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| 5/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,275,000+79.6%$621/sqft |
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| 8/12/2021 | Sold | $710,000+10.1%$346/sqft |
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| 7/28/2021 | Pending sale | $645,000$314/sqft |
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| 6/15/2021 | Contingent | $645,000$314/sqft |
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| 6/12/2021 | Listed for sale | $645,000+9.5%$314/sqft |
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| 11/30/2020 | Listing removed | $589,000$287/sqft |
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| 8/15/2020 | Listed for sale | $589,000-3.4%$287/sqft |
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| 12/21/2019 | Listing removed | $610,000$297/sqft |
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| 4/7/2019 | Listed for sale | $610,000-5.4%$297/sqft |
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| 10/2/2018 | Listing removed | $645,000$314/sqft |
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| 10/10/2017 | Listed for sale | $645,000+213.1%$314/sqft |
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| 5/7/1996 | Sold | $206,000$100/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,023 +7.6% | $558,200 +6.5% |
| 2024 | $6,528 +11.2% | $523,900 +7% |
| 2023 | $5,868 +11.4% | $489,600 +7.5% |
| 2022 | $5,268 +0.9% | $455,300 |
| 2021 | $5,219 | $455,300 |
| 2020 | $5,219 -2.5% | $455,300 -2.5% |
| 2019 | $5,355 +6.1% | $467,200 +3.2% |
| 2018 | $5,048 +6.7% | $452,733 +3.3% |
| 2017 | $4,732 +197.4% | $438,267 +3.4% |
| 2016 | $1,591 | $423,800 |
| 2015 | $1,591 -9.4% | $423,800 |
| 2014 | $1,756 | $423,800 -19.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $528,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $528,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $528,400 -17% |
| 2010 | -- | $636,670 +11.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $569,386 +13.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $502,103 +15.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $434,820 +11.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $390,926 +12.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $347,033 +14.5% |
| 2004 | -- | $303,140 +11.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $272,320 +12.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $241,500 +14.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $210,680 |
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Neighborhood: 21663
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: St. Michaels
- Middle: St. Michaels
- High: St. Michaels
- District: Talbot 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.





