Sited along the storied Chesapeake Bay, with breathtaking views, proximity to the water, and exceptional landscaping, this spectacular Gibson Island listing offers a once in a generation opportunity to capture and enjoy the unique marvels of life along the Bay. The five-bedroom, five and a half bath estate, sitting on a rare double lot, offers generous living spaces and a timeless casual elegance perfectly suited to its idyllic location. The house also overlooks expansive stone terraces, lovely seasonal flowers and grounds, and a 63-foot heated lap pool with 180-degree panoramic views of the Bay. Built in 1928 and beautifully renovated and expanded over time, the interior of this spectacular home unfolds with gracious rooms, inviting gathering places, classic architecture, a restful and spacious primary bedroom suite, superbly designed Bayside porches, hardwood floors, a main level guest bedroom with separate entrance, and a host of unique features and amenities befitting such a stunning property. The rooms offer carefully designed finishings that speak to both entertaining and comfortable family living. A property of this caliber and scale—combining a cherished residence, exceptional waterfront positioning, and a double lot—rarely comes to market on Gibson Island. With the Bay Bridge in the distance, it stands with the finest examples of Chesapeake Bay and Gibson Island waterfront property. Information on Gibson Island: Gibson Island is a private island within one hour of Washington, D.C. and Baltimore offering an absolutely extraordinary setting. The Island comprises 1000 acres with seven miles of shoreline. Two thirds of the Island is undeveloped and is owned by the Gibson Island Corporation, the homeowners' association. The remaining third is residential home sites. Gibson Island is located on the western shore of Maryland, so there is no need to cross the Bay Bridge. On the Island is a 43-acre spring fed freshwater lake in which one may enjoy non-motorized watercraft activities such as paddleboarding, canoeing, kayaking, fishing and swimming. The Island offers enormous privacy and security--there is an entry gatehouse staffed 24+Hours, and the Island is patrolled by the Gibson Island Police Force (GIPD). The Gibson Island Corporation Service Department offers yard maintenance and landscaping and other services for homeowners. There is a full-service yacht yard. From the Island, it is just a 20-minute drive to BWI Airport and the neighboring Amtrak train station. The Island houses a private country club (membership by invitation) offering yachting, fine dining year-round, tennis, an award-winning Charles Blair Macdonald designed 9-hole golf course, swimming, croquet, skeet shooting, and more. (C)
For sale
$7,995,000
747 Bywater Rd, Gibson Island, MD 21056
5beds
7,160sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1928
0.96 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,117/sqft
$1,211/mo HOA
What's special
Timeless casual eleganceGracious roomsBeautifully renovated and expandedBreathtaking viewsCarefully designed finishingsClassic architectureExceptional landscaping
- 45 days |
- 2,146 |
- 72 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sarah Kanne 301-351-1319,
Gibson Island Real Estate INC 4102551341
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDAA2144136
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Library, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Sun/Florida Room, In-Law/auPair/Suite, Laundry, Other, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Utility Room, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Level: Main
Bathroom 3
- Level: Upper
Breakfast room
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Foyer
- Level: Upper
Foyer
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Lower
Game room
- Level: Lower
Half bath
- Level: Upper
Half bath
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Library
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Mud room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Lower
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
Screened porch
- Level: Main
Storage room
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Zoned, Programmable Thermostat, Electric, Oil, Propane
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned, Programmable Thermostat, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Ice Maker, Double Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dryer, Indoor Grill, Oven/Range - Gas, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level, Lower Level, Laundry Room, Mud Room
Features
- Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen Island, Primary Bath(s), Sauna, Upgraded Countertops, Bar, Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Butlers Pantry, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Primary Bedroom - Bay Front, Recessed Lighting, Wainscotting, Walk-In Closet(s), Attic, Chair Railings, 9'+ Ceilings, Tray Ceiling(s), Paneled Walls
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Stone, Heated, Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Bay/Bow, Casement, Screens, Skylight(s), Transom, Window Treatments
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Sump Pump,Heated,Interior Entry,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane, Mantel(s), Brick, Stone
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,160
- Total interior livable area: 7,160 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 6,910
- Finished area below ground: 250
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Front, Circular Driveway, Detached, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch, Roof, Terrace, Screened Porch, Roof Deck
- Exterior features: Underground Lawn Sprinkler, Extensive Hardscape, Lighting, Balcony
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Heated, In Ground, Lap, Private
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Bay, Panoramic, Trees/Woods, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Water
- Waterfront features: Rip-Rap, Bayfront, Private Access, Bay
- Body of water: Chesapeake Bay
- Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 212
Lot
- Size: 0.96 Acres
- Features: Bulkheaded, Landscaped, Front Yard, Poolside, Premium, Rear Yard, Wooded, Private
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Additional parcels included: Adjoining Lot 258A, 18,700 square feet, 0.429 acres.
- Parcel number: 020335028755345
- Zoning: R1
- Zoning description: 0
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Coastal
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1928
- Major remodel year: 2007
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Generator
- Sewer: Private Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Propane, Water Available, Other, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Gibson Island
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Beach Access, Bike Trail, Common Grounds, Gated, Jogging Path, Lake, Other, Picnic Area, Pier/Dock, Security
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Other, Security, Trash
- HOA fee: $1,211 monthly
- HOA name: GIBSON ISLAND CORPORATION
Location
- Region: Gibson Island
- Municipality: GIBSON ISLAND
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,117/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $5,624,100
- Annual tax amount: $69,594
- Date on market: 5/8/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Inclusions: Lot 258a
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Black Top
Sarah Kanne
(301) 351-1319
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $7,995,000+53.8%$1,117/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDAA2144136 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2005 | Sold | $5,200,000$726/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $40,461 -2.5% | $3,933,100 +3.8% |
| 2024 | $41,503 +5.5% | $3,790,200 +5.2% |
| 2023 | $39,329 +10.3% | $3,601,600 +5.5% |
| 2022 | $35,666 +5.8% | $3,413,000 +5.8% |
| 2021 | $33,695 -0.1% | $3,224,400 |
| 2020 | $33,727 -0.1% | $3,224,400 |
| 2019 | $33,759 -1.3% | $3,224,400 -4.4% |
| 2018 | $34,215 +3.2% | $3,374,300 +3.7% |
| 2017 | $33,161 | $3,253,333 +3.9% |
| 2016 | -- | $3,132,367 +4% |
| 2015 | -- | $3,011,400 -6.5% |
| 2014 | -- | $3,220,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $3,220,200 -0.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $3,242,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $3,242,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $3,242,000 -1.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $3,288,040 +17.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $2,798,522 +21.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $2,309,006 +26.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,824,170 +7.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $1,698,496 +8% |
| 2004 | -- | $1,572,823 +8.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $1,447,150 +4% |
| 2002 | -- | $1,392,066 +4.1% |
| 2001 | -- | $1,336,983 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 21056
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Bodkin Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.7 mi
- 8/10Chesapeake Bay Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 7/10Chesapeake High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bodkin
- Middle: Chesapeake Bay
- High: Chesapeake
- District: Anne Arundel County Public Schools
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- Maryland
- Anne Arundel County
- Gibson Island
- 21056
- 747 Bywater Rd
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