Come see this 3-bedroom home tucked away in a quiet, nature-filled setting with calming water views. This inviting residence offers one full bath and two half baths, blending comfort and convenience across multiple levels of living space. Thoughtfully improved throughout, this home features a new deck (2023) perfect for enjoying the peaceful surroundings and fresh air, along with a fully finished and remodeled basement (2022) that adds versatile living space for a family room, home office, or recreation area. The master bathroom was recently remodeled in 2025, offering a fresh, modern retreat. Major system and appliance updates provide added peace of mind, including a water heater (2022), sump pump replacement and waterproofing (2025), and a full suite of kitchen appliance updates with washer and dryer, stove, hood, and dishwasher all replaced in 2021, plus a refrigerator added in 2025. Filled with natural light and designed for comfort, the home enjoys excellent airflow when windows are open and naturally stays cool and comfortable. Surrounded by nature in a quiet neighborhood setting, it offers a rare blend of privacy and serenity while still being convenient to nearby amenities, shopping, and commuter routes. This is a move-in ready opportunity that combines thoughtful updates, peaceful surroundings, and functional living space in one appealing package.
For sale
$250,000
34 Helmsman Ct, Essex, MD 21221
3beds
1,560sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$1,721/mo
Townhouse
Built in 1977
1,400 Square Feet Lot
$251,200 Zestimate®
$160/sqft
$117/mo HOA
What's special
Quiet nature-filled settingFilled with natural lightCalming water viewsDesigned for comfort
- 52 days |
- 419 |
- 38 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
David Straitman 410-984-9613,
EXP Realty, LLC 8888607369
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDBC2165376
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Recreation Room
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Dry Wall
- Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl
- Windows: Double Hung, Vinyl Clad
- Basement: Other
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,878
- Total interior livable area: 1,560 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,270
- Finished area below ground: 290
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,400 Square Feet
- Features: Suburban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 04151700007669
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Marine Oaks Village
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $1,400 annually
- HOA name: MARINE OAKS VILLAGE
Location
- Region: Essex
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $160/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $178,800
- Annual tax amount: $2,041
- Date on market: 6/9/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$251,200
$239,000 - $264,000
$2,435/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $250,000$160/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDBC2165376 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2026 | Contingent | $250,000$160/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDBC2165376 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $250,000+85.2%$160/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDBC2165376 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2021 | Sold | $135,000$87/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2021 | Pending sale | $135,000$87/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDBC520924 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,282 +71.3% | $168,433 +6.6% |
| 2024 | $1,916 +7% | $158,067 +7% |
| 2023 | $1,790 +6.5% | $147,700 |
| 2022 | $1,680 +7% | $147,700 +14% |
| 2021 | $1,570 +7.5% | $129,567 +7.5% |
| 2020 | $1,460 | $120,500 |
| 2019 | $1,460 | $120,500 |
| 2018 | $1,460 -2% | $120,500 -2% |
| 2017 | $1,491 -46.7% | $123,000 |
| 2016 | $2,795 | $123,000 |
| 2015 | $2,795 | $123,000 -2.7% |
| 2014 | $2,795 | $126,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $126,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $126,400 -29.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $180,400 +9.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $164,712 +10.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $148,966 +11.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $133,220 +12.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $118,330 +14.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $103,440 +16.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $88,550 +3.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $85,322 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $82,096 +4.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $78,870 +0.1% |
| 2001 | -- | $78,800 |
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Neighborhood: 21221
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Mars Estates Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Deep Creek Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 3/10Chesapeake High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Baltimore 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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