Nestled on 28 private wooded acres, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom split-level home offers a rare chance to create your ultimate country homestead. While the home itself is in need of some TLC and cosmetic updates, it’s packed with solid bones, authentic character, and a layout full of promise. Inside, you'll find plank flooring running through the living/dining room, a functional kitchen space with views of the expansive backyard, and a large gathering room anchored with exquisite wood built-in shelving and a white-washed brick centerfold that once housed a wood stove. Upstairs you'll find the bedrooms and bathrooms, all with decent closet storage and scenic views. A convenient rear walkout basement features a wood burning fireplace and leads to the yard, and an extra storage room provides great utility. Step out onto the covered deck to take in the peaceful views of your private acreage—a true haven for nature lovers, hunters, or anyone wanting to start a garden or small hobby farm. The real standout is the incredible infrastructure outside, featuring multiple outbuildings: a tool and lawn equipment shed, a large oversized drive-in shed, a dedicated workshop, and a large open-air wooden carport ready to shelter boats, trailers, or farm vehicles. Plenty of room for parking and projects. Located just 10-12 minutes from La Plata and Indian Head, with an easy commute down Route 210 toward Alexandria and D.C. Sold as-is—bring your vision and make this rustic retreat your own! No Town Taxes, No HOA, No School Excise Taxes!
For sale
$430,000
5530 Smallwood Church Rd, Indian Head, MD 20640
3beds
1,972sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1981
28.4 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$218/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
White-washed brick centerfoldMultiple outbuildingsLarge oversized drive-in shedDedicated workshop
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Bonnie Grier 301-807-1400,
Baldus Real Estate, Inc. 301-934-8407
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDCH2059988
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Hookup, Lower Level
Features
- Basement: Interior Entry,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,972
- Total interior livable area: 1,972 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,972
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Grip-Accessible Features
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split,Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 28.4 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0902010089
- Zoning: AC
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Combination
- Foundation: Crawl Space, Permanent
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1981
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Indian Head
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $218/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $303,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,224
- Date on market: 10/1/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $430,000$218/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,809 +422.6% | $297,300 +11.1% |
| 2024 | $729 -75.6% | $267,700 +12.4% |
| 2023 | $2,983 +28.7% | $238,100 +14.2% |
| 2022 | $2,319 -10.1% | $208,500 +1.3% |
| 2021 | $2,579 +1.3% | $205,800 +1.3% |
| 2020 | $2,545 -3.6% | $203,100 +1.3% |
| 2019 | $2,639 +0.3% | $200,400 +0.3% |
| 2018 | $2,631 +0.3% | $199,800 +0.3% |
| 2017 | $2,623 -2% | $199,200 +0.3% |
| 2016 | $2,678 | $198,600 |
| 2015 | $2,678 | $198,600 |
| 2014 | $2,678 | $198,600 -9.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $218,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $218,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $218,400 -30.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $313,730 +13.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $276,596 +15.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $239,463 +18.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $202,330 +11.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $181,312 +13.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $160,296 +15.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $139,280 +1.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $137,100 +1.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $134,920 -31.9% |
| 2001 | -- | $198,210 |
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Neighborhood: 20640
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Charles 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.






