Property Attributes
- MLS#MDCA2030288
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status ACTIVE
- CountyCALVERT
- CityPort Republic
- NeighborhoodScientists Cliffs
- Zip20676
- StyleLog Home,Post & Beam
- Year Built1952
- Taxes$ 5769
- Price$ 800,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage3485
- Lot Size0.15 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
There is something incredibly special about a post-and-beam log home overlooking the Chesapeake Bay, and this Scientists' Cliffs home captures everything people love about living here. Warm wood, exposed beams, and classic log cabin character create a home that feels completely at home in its natural surroundings. But the real showstopper is the spectacular Chesapeake Bay view. The wraparound deck provides plenty of room to sit outside, entertain, or simply watch the Bay change throughout the day. A screened porch offers another peaceful place to enjoy the setting, listen to the water, and take in the views. And then there is Scientists' Cliffs. Tucked along the Chesapeake Bay in Port Republic, Scientists' Cliffs is one of Calvert County's most distinctive communities. Known for its beaches, wooded setting, and strong connection to nature, it offers a lifestyle that is increasingly difficult to find. The community is surrounded by land preserved by the American Chestnut Land Trust and its conservation partners, which have protected more than 3,400 acres within the Parkers Creek and Governors Run watersheds. More than 26 miles of hiking trails wind through the surrounding forests and preserved lands, with several trailheads beginning nearby. Guided hikes, canoe trips, educational programs, and special events are offered throughout the year. Scientists' Cliffs residents also enjoy an impressive collection of community amenities, including private Chesapeake Bay beaches, a community pool, tennis and recreational courts, clubhouse and community center, gardens, playground and recreation areas, and a boat ramp in Gate A. Kayak, canoe, and paddleboard storage near the beach makes getting out on the Bay even easier. Scientists' Cliffs is the kind of community where the Chesapeake Bay, beaches, forests, and hiking trails become part of everyday life. And this post-and-beam log home, with its wraparound deck, screened porch, and sweeping Chesapeake Bay views, fits beautifully into that setting. This isn't simply a home with a view. It's an opportunity to live in one of Southern Maryland's most unique waterfront communities, surrounded by thousands of acres of preserved land and the Chesapeake Bay just outside your door.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/2/2026 | Listed $800,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 3485 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | On Site Septic |
| Heating | Heat Pump(s) |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s),Central A/C |
| Utilities | Cable TV |
| Possession | Settlement |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Dryer,Energy Efficient Appliances,Extra Refrigerator/Freezer,Oven - Wall,Refrigerator,Washer,Cooktop |
| Zoning | R |
| HOA Fee | 240.00 |
| Association Fee Includes | Water,Trash,Snow Removal,Road Maintenance,Pool(s) |
| Architectural Style | Log Home,Post & Beam |
| Construction Materials | Frame |
| School District | CALVERT COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS |
| Year Built | 1952 |
| View | Bay |
| Levels | 3 |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Cool Fuel | Electric |
| Section | 3 |
| Accessibility | None |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Monthly |
| County | CALVERT |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Association Amenities | Baseball Field,Basketball Courts,Beach,Boat Ramp,Club House,Extra Storage,Pickleball Courts,Pool - Outdoor,Swimming Pool,Tennis Courts,Tot Lots/Playground |
| HOA | Yes |
| Subdivision Name | SCIENTISTS CLIFFS |
| Garage Y/N | No |
| Water Access Y/N | Yes |
| Other Structures | Above Grade,Below Grade |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Directions | GPS |
| City | PORT REPUBLIC |
| Body of Water | Chesapeake Bay |
| Disclosures | Exempt - Disclosure/Disclaimer |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 6558.00 |
| Tax Assessed Value | 517800.0 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 5769.0 |
| Property Condition | Excellent |
| Structure Type | Detached |
| Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N | No |
| Bathrooms Full Main Level | 1 |
| Bathrooms Count Main Level | 1.00 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 377.0 |
| Community Pool Features | Concrete,Fenced,Gunite,In Ground |
| Lease Considered Y/N | No |
| Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
| Total SQFT | 3485 |
| Location Type | Corner Lot/Unit |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
| Legal Subdivision | SCIENTISTS' CLIFFS |
| Tax Lot | 408 |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | 2nd Kitchen,Additional Stairway,Bathroom - Walk-In Shower,Carpet,Ceiling Fan(s),Curved Staircase,Dining Area,Double/Dual Staircase,Entry Level Bedroom,Floor Plan - Open,Kitchen - Island,Primary Bath( |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Electric |
| Basement | Fully Finished |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Hot Water | Electric |
| Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 2122 |
| Central Air Y/N | Yes |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 1363 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 1 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| LivingAreaSource | Estimated |
| Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Finished Area Source | Estimated |
| Bedrooms Count All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels | 1 |
| Bedrooms Count Lower Level 1 | 1 |
| Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full Lower Level 1 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 1.00 |
| Bathrooms Count Lower Level 1 | 1.00 |
| Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels | 1 |
| Bathrooms Count All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Extensive Hardscape,Private Beach |
|---|---|
| Pool | Yes - Community |
| Water Source | Community |
| Inclusions | Additional furniture at the property |
| Total Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Type of Parking | Driveway |
| Foundation Details | Permanent |
| Water View Y/N | Yes |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.15 |
| Water Body Type | Bay |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Water Access Features | Boat - Powered,Canoe/Kayak,Fishing Allowed,Personal Watercraft (PWC),Private Access,Private Beach,Swimming Allowed |
| Land Assessed Value | 212500.00 |
| Navigable Water Y/N | Yes |
| Water Oriented Y/N | Yes |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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