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Sold for $370,000
  • $370,000

    521 Riverside Dr, Essex, MD 21221

    4beds
    1,536sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2004
    7,405 Square Feet Lot
    $370,300 Zestimate®
    $241/sqft
    $2,664 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $370,300

    $341,000 - $400,000

    $2,664/mo

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    What's special

    Fresh paint throughoutNew flooringDetached garageSpacious yardPrivate balconyAmple parking featuresGenerously sized primary bedroom
    Welcome to 521 Riverside Drive a thoughtfully reworked home in a water-oriented community near Cox’s Point Park, offering flexibility, functionality, and lifestyle all in one. Recently purchased and significantly improved in a short period of time, this home has been reconfigured to create a true 4-bedroom layout, transforming what was previously underutilized space into a more functional design that better fits today’s lifestyle. The main level features an open and inviting layout with a spacious living room flowing into the dining area and an updated kitchen that has been redesigned to eliminate dead space and improve flow, creating a more connected and usable everyday living space. The entire home has been refreshed with new flooring and fresh paint throughout, giving it a clean, move-in-ready feel. A main-level bedroom and full bath provide flexibility for guests, multi-generational living, or a private home office. Upstairs, the home now offers additional bedroom space along with a generously sized primary bedroom featuring access to a private balcony, creating a quiet place to unwind and take in the surroundings. Outside, enjoy a spacious yard, detached garage, and ample parking features that are hard to come by in this area. Located in a water-oriented community, this home offers easy access to Cox’s Point Park, public boat ramps, marinas, and Back River, with direct access to the Chesapeake Bay. Whether you enjoy boating, kayaking, or simply being near the water, this location delivers a lifestyle that extends well beyond the home itself. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and commuter routes, this is a unique opportunity to own a home that has not only been updated but reimagined for how people actually live today.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Daniel McDevitt 410-670-4762,

    Cummings & Co. Realtors

    Bought with:

    Lisa Pozoulakis, 656210

    Keller Williams Gateway LLC

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDBC2161598MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 320 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 20 X 16
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 126 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14 X 9
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 110 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11 X 10
    Bedroom 4
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 132 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11 X 12
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 90 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 9 X 10
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 150 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10 X 15
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 425 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17 X 25
    Loft
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 144 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 16 X 9
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Electric Water Heater
    Features
    • Has basement: No
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,536
    • Total interior livable area: 1,536 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,536

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 5
    • Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
    • Uncovered spaces: 5
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Other
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 7,405 sqft
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade
    • Parcel number: 04151506451480
    • Zoning: R
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Other
    • Foundation: Other
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 2004

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Essex
    • Subdivision: Essex

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/10/2026Sold$370,000+1.4%$241/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDBC2161598 Report a problem
    5/11/2026Pending sale$365,000$238/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDBC2161598 Report a problem
    5/5/2026Listed for sale$365,000+7.4%$238/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDBC2161598 Report a problem
    9/5/2025Sold$339,888$221/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDBC2133024 Report a problem
    8/23/2025Contingent$339,888$221/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDBC2133024 Report a problem
    7/30/2025Price change$339,888-1.2%$221/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDBC2133024 Report a problem
    7/28/2025Listed for sale$344,000+25.1%$224/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDBC2133024 Report a problem
    2/9/2004Sold$275,000+220.3%$179/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    10/9/2002Sold$85,850$56/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,691 +24.4%$263,000 +7.4%
    2024$2,968 +8%$244,900 +8%
    2023$2,749 +9.5%$226,800
    2022$2,510 +10.5%$226,800 +21.1%
    2021$2,270 +11.8%$187,333 +11.8%
    2020$2,031 $167,600
    2019$2,031 $167,600
    2018$2,031 -1%$167,600 -1%
    2017$2,052 -23.5%$169,300
    2016$2,684 $169,300
    2015$2,684 $169,300 -2.6%
    2014$2,684 $173,900
    2013-- $173,900
    2012-- $173,900 -28.2%
    2011-- $242,200 0%
    2010-- $242,260 -14.3%
    2009-- $282,753 +6.8%
    2008-- $264,720 +14.9%
    2007-- $230,480 +16.4%
    2006-- $198,023 +179.6%
    2005-- $70,830 +5.9%
    2004-- $66,856 +6.3%
    2003-- $62,883 +6.7%
    2002-- $58,910
    2001-- $58,910

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 21221

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Sussex
    • Middle: Deep Creek
    • High: Chesapeake
    • 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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