This authentic rustic cabin in the highly sought-after Scientist Cliffs community offers a rare blend of historic soul and is a quiet, serene sanctuary perched above the Chesapeake Bay! From the moment you step onto the rich hardwood floors, the frantic pace of the outside world fades away, replaced by the crackle of the stone wood-burning fireplace and the shimmer of the water. The main level has plenty of natural light, which captures the shimmering beauty of the Bay! The open-concept living space is anchored by masterful stonework, creating an inviting atmosphere for reflective mornings or cozy evenings. The partially finished basement provides a versatile flex space—perfect for a quiet home office, art studio, extra storage—ensuring the home evolves with your needs. Step outside to immerse yourself in the preserved beauty of the American Chestnut Land Trust (ACLT). With 26 miles of hiking trails and direct bay access for morning kayak sessions, nature is your primary amenity. Scientists’ Cliffs is celebrated for its natural beauty and rich heritage, offering a lifestyle defined by the rhythms of the bay and the surrounding forest. Spend your days by the swimming pool, on the pickleball and tennis courts, or at the community beach featuring a private boat ramp. The historic Community House and Chestnut Cabin serve as the pulse of the neighborhood, hosting a vibrant calendar of social events and summer programming!
For sale
$499,700
2138 Cedar Rd, Port Republic, MD 20676
2beds
1,601sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$3,558/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
4,178 Square Feet Lot
$490,100 Zestimate®
$312/sqft
$282/mo HOA
What's special
Swimming poolStone wood-burning fireplaceAuthentic rustic cabinPartially finished basementMasterful stoneworkDirect bay accessRich hardwood floors
- 77 days |
- 923 |
- 53 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mike Benton 410-267-4242,
Home Towne Real Estate 8882252736
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDCA2026916
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1, Loft, Bathroom 2
Bedroom 1
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Level: Lower
Basement
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
Loft
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Other, Electric, Wood
Cooling
- Other, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Log Walls, High Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Stone
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,702
- Total interior livable area: 1,601 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,028
- Finished area below ground: 573
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
- Waterfront features: Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Private Access, Swimming Allowed, Bay
- Body of water: Chesapeake Bay
Lot
- Size: 4,178 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0501051504
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin/Lodge
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Permanent
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Scientists Cliffs
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Basketball Court, Beach Access, Clubhouse, Jogging Path, Picnic Area, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Soccer Field, Tennis Court(s), Tot Lots/Playground, Water/Lake Privileges
- Services included: All Ground Fee, Pool(s), Road Maintenance, Snow Removal, Trash, Water
- HOA fee: $3,380 annually
- HOA name: SCA HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Location
- Region: Port Republic
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $312/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $333,133
- Annual tax amount: $3,899
- Date on market: 5/29/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$490,100
$466,000 - $515,000
$2,202/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,700+233.1%$312/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDCA2026916 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2001 | Sold | $150,000$94/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,489 +3.1% | $323,367 +3.1% |
| 2024 | $3,384 +5.6% | $313,600 +1.7% |
| 2023 | $3,205 +1.7% | $308,467 -1.6% |
| 2022 | $3,152 +1.7% | $313,600 +5.2% |
| 2021 | $3,098 -0.5% | $298,200 |
| 2020 | $3,113 -0.5% | $298,200 |
| 2019 | $3,128 -0.6% | $298,200 -0.6% |
| 2018 | $3,147 +1% | $300,000 +2.5% |
| 2017 | $3,115 -8.1% | $292,800 +2.5% |
| 2016 | $3,391 | $285,600 +2.6% |
| 2015 | $3,391 | $278,400 |
| 2014 | $3,391 | $278,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $278,400 -14.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $326,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $326,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $326,500 -21.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $415,360 +19.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $346,362 +24.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $277,366 +33.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $208,370 +9.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $189,726 +10.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $171,083 +12.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $152,440 +1.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $150,796 +1.1% |
| 2001 | -- | $149,153 |
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Neighborhood: 20676
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Barstow Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.3 mi
- 7/10Calvert Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.7 mi
- 6/10Calvert High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Barstow
- Middle: Calvert
- High: Calvert
- District: Calvert 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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