Sited along the storied Chesapeake Bay, with breathtaking views and beautiful landscaping, this spectacular waterfront Gibson Island property offers the perfect family setting to enjoy the marvels of life along the Bay. The five-bedroom, five and a half bath home sits on a rare double lot, and offers a 63-foot heated lap pool and panoramic views from Bay windows across the entire width of the house. Whether enjoying the mahogany paneled screen porch, the spacious and beautifully designed kitchen, the lovely sun porch or the cozy but richly fashioned library, you will be drawn to the natural setting around you, with lovely morning sun and 180-degree views of the Chesapeake Bay, Bay Bridge and extended Magothy River shoreline. Follow the beautiful hardwood floors throughout the house, including a first-floor bedroom suite with separate entrance. Ascend the elegant staircase to a gorgeous primary bedroom suite and enjoy all its amenities, including a steam bath and gas fireplace. Doors from the primary suite open to outer decks with crafted wooden railings. The second level includes three additional bedrooms, two full baths and a large cedar closet. The family experience extends to the finished basement, containing a pool table, weight and exercise room, and fully equipped sauna. A property of this caliber and scale—offering a lovely, well-cared for home, exceptional Chesapeake Bay waterfront and a double lot—rarely comes to market on Gibson Island. Whether sitting next to the Bayside pool or enjoying the views from the 10 rooms or porches that look out toward the Bay, your family will be surrounded by a natural charm and friendly intimacy befitting the special home that you have chosen. 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. Gibson Island provides 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 fully equipped yacht yard for boating needs, both power and sail. 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) with a magnificent clubhouse, an award-winning and challenging Charles Blair Macdonald designed 9-hole golf course, swimming, yachting, both power and sail, year-round fine dining, tennis, paddle, pickle ball, summer camp for children, croquet, skeet shooting, and more. (C)
For sale
Price cut: $320K (7/14)
$7,675,000
747 Bywater Rd, Gibson Island, MD 21056
5beds
7,160sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1928
0.96 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,072/sqft
$1,211/mo HOA
What's special
Exceptional chesapeake bay waterfrontElegant staircaseLarge cedar closetBreathtaking viewsBeautiful landscapingLovely sun porchMahogany paneled screen porch
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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: $1,072/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
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/14/2026 | Price change | $7,675,000-4%$1,072/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDAA2144136 Report a problem | ||
| 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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Neighborhood: 21056
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bodkin
- Middle: Chesapeake Bay
- High: Chesapeake
- 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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