Bright opportunity in the water-privileged community of Benfield Manor in sought-after Severna Park! Located just about a mile from the community pier and boat launch on the Severn River, this spacious home offers great potential with 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths on the upper level. Hardwood flooring extends through the bedroom level, living room, and dining room, while the inviting living area features a classic wood-burning fireplace. The home includes a large two-car garage, deck, and an expansive unfinished walkout basement with side-door access, utility sink, sump pump, and room to expand living space in the future. Natural gas heat, central forced air, and public utilities add convenience. Benfield Manor residents enjoy access to community amenities including a playground, common areas, boat ramp, pier, and neighborhood events. Ideally positioned near shopping, dining, commuter routes, and local recreational opportunities, this home presents a fantastic chance to update and personalize in a well-established community. Offered As-Is.
For sale
$525,000
609 Kensington Ave, Severna Park, MD 21146
4beds
1,376sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$3,559/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1964
0.27 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$382/sqft
$8/mo HOA
What's special
Classic wood-burning fireplaceLarge two-car garage
- 56 days |
- 499 |
- 29 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Melanie Wood 410-980-5732,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty 410-266-0600,
Listing Team: Chesapeake Home Team
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDAA2144726
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Description: Percent Finished: 0.0
- Area: 920
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Cooktop, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Hookup, Main Level
Features
- Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Wood, Slate, Tile/Brick
- Basement: Other
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Mantel(s), Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,296
- Total interior livable area: 1,376 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,376
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Driveway, Attached, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Waterfront features: Fishing Allowed, Canoe/Kayak, Boat - Powered, Private Access, Waterski/Wakeboard, River
- Body of water: Severn River
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 020312125009850
- Zoning: R5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1964
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Benfield Manor
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Boat Ramp, Common Grounds, Pier/Dock, Tot Lots/Playground
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Pier/Dock Maintenance
- HOA fee: $98 annually
Location
- Region: Severna Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $382/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $449,600
- Annual tax amount: $5,194
- Date on market: 6/15/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,909/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $525,000$382/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDAA2144726 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2026 | Listing removed | $525,000$382/sqft |
Source: BHHS broker feed #MDAA2144726 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2026 | Listing removed | $525,000+10.5%$382/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDAA2144726 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2023 | Sold | $475,000+5.8%$345/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDAA2060696 Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2023 | Contingent | $449,000$326/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDAA2060696 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2023 | Listed for sale | $449,000$326/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDAA2060696 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,547 +18.9% | $437,800 +2.8% |
| 2024 | $4,665 +3% | $426,000 +2.7% |
| 2023 | $4,527 +7.5% | $414,600 +2.8% |
| 2022 | $4,213 +2.9% | $403,200 +2.9% |
| 2021 | $4,094 +1.3% | $391,800 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $4,040 +1.4% | $386,233 -1.4% |
| 2019 | $3,986 +4.8% | $391,800 +4.5% |
| 2018 | $3,804 +3.9% | $375,100 +4.4% |
| 2017 | $3,662 | $359,300 +4.6% |
| 2016 | -- | $343,500 +4.8% |
| 2015 | -- | $327,700 |
| 2014 | -- | $327,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $327,700 -0.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $329,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $329,300 |
| 2010 | -- | $329,300 -24.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $437,610 +16.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $374,246 +20.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $310,883 +25.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $247,520 +13% |
| 2005 | -- | $219,060 +14.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $190,600 +17.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $162,140 +4.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $155,420 +4.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $148,700 |
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Neighborhood: 21146
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Oak Hill Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 10/10Severna Park Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Severna Park High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Oak Hill
- Middle: Severna Park
- High: Severna Park
- District: Anne Arundel 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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