**OFFER DEADLINE TUESDAY JULY 1, NOON**Chalet design log cabin in Scientists Cliffs is now available. The home was built in 1998, is move-in ready for summer time enjoyment with beautiful natural scenery near the bay! Scientists Cliffs is a very special community, with multiple beaches, sculpture gardens, swimming pool, clubhouse, tennis/pickleball and more. The community is about an hour from Capitol Hill, making it accessible for primary or second homes. This cabin has three finished levels. The main level has an attractive great room plan with kitchen-living-dining-family room, as well as a main level bedroom and full bath. Lofty wood ceilings, a stone-faced fireplace and big glass windows deliver immediate drama upon entry! The flow from indoor to outdoor living and very large deck area is excellent…along with a galley style kitchen and its upgraded appliances and granite counters. The upper level is dedicated purely to the owner’s suite. More wood ceilings, large closet area plus full bath is private from the other levels. The lower level includes a large screened porch, a garage, second family room or third bedroom, with second fireplace and storage. This home is beautiful, warm and inviting with nearby beach entrance. Visit soon!
Sold for $499,900
$499,900
3805 Balsam Rd, Port Republic, MD 20676
3beds
1,918sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1998
0.29 Acres Lot
$504,800 Zestimate®
$261/sqft
$2,908 Estimated rent
Home value
$504,800
$459,000 - $550,000
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Swimming poolStone-faced fireplaceSecond fireplaceMultiple beachesBeautiful natural sceneryChalet design log cabinLarge closet area
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Listed by:
Christine McNelis 410-610-4045,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
Bought with:
Gabriele Parker, 641116
Taylor Properties
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDCA2021810
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 816
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Open Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Primary Bath(s), 2 Story Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Log Walls, Wood Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
- Doors: Sliding Glass
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Full,Finished,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Glass Doors, Gas/Propane, Mantel(s), Stone
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,040
- Total interior livable area: 1,918 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,224
- Finished area below ground: 694
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Concrete, Private, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Screened, Patio
- Exterior features: Play Area
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: Bayblock
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Features: Landscaped, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0501140957
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: A-Frame,Cabin/Lodge
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Septic Tank
- Water: Community
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Propane, Cable, Satellite Internet Service
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Pool
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Scientists Cliffs
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Baseball Field, Basketball Court, Beach Access, Bike Trail, Boat Ramp, Clubhouse, Common Grounds, Horse Trails, Jogging Path, Picnic Area, Pool, Water/Lake Privileges
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Management, Pool(s), Reserve Funds, Road Maintenance, Snow Removal, Trash
- HOA fee: $282 monthly
- HOA name: SCIENTISTS CLIFFS
Location
- Region: Port Republic
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $261/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $387,467
- Annual tax amount: $4,400
- Date on market: 6/27/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/18/2025 | Sold | $499,900$261/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDCA2021810 Report a problem | ||
| 7/6/2025 | Contingent | $499,900$261/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDCA2021810 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $499,900+37%$261/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDCA2021810 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2014 | Sold | $365,000$190/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2014 | Price change | $365,000-2.7%$190/sqft |
Source: O'Brien Realty #CA8215470 Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2013 | Listed for sale | $375,000+733.3%$196/sqft |
Source: O'Brien Realty #CA8215470 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/1997 | Sold | $45,000$23/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,181 +4.8% | $387,467 +4.8% |
| 2024 | $3,990 +6.8% | $369,800 +2.8% |
| 2023 | $3,738 +2.9% | $359,733 -2.7% |
| 2022 | $3,633 +3% | $369,800 +8.9% |
| 2021 | $3,528 +10.9% | $339,600 +11.4% |
| 2020 | $3,182 -0.5% | $304,800 |
| 2019 | $3,197 -1.4% | $304,800 -1.4% |
| 2018 | $3,242 +5.5% | $309,100 +7% |
| 2017 | $3,075 +3.9% | $288,967 +7.5% |
| 2016 | $2,959 | $268,833 +8.1% |
| 2015 | $2,959 | $248,700 |
| 2014 | $2,959 | $248,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $248,700 -12.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $283,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $283,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $283,500 -27.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $392,770 +19.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $328,556 +24.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $264,343 +32.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $200,130 +6.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $187,790 +7% |
| 2004 | -- | $175,450 +7.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $163,110 +1.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $160,166 +1.9% |
| 2001 | -- | $157,223 |
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Neighborhood: 20676
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Barstow Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.4 mi
- 7/10Calvert Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.9 mi
- 6/10Calvert High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.6 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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