Sold For: $1,125,000
List Price: $1,040,000
Last Sold/Price: $500,000 (2000)
Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 4 Full, 1 Half
Living Space: 3,945 square feet
Lot Size: .41 acre
West Annapolis features a mix of homes, both old and new, in a variety of architectural styles. Founded around the turn of the 20th century and defined by a neatly organized grid of streets, the highly coveted neighborhood stretches from Rowe Boulevard to Wardour and along Weems Creek to the Severn River. Monterey Avenue runs parallel to Weems Creek. While the properties along this road were once primarily modest waterfront bungalows, most have been renovated or reconstructed into much larger houses. This house is unique because, while it is indeed one of the larger homes, it was built in the early 1990s, making it one of the older homes on its side of the street.
The builder took great care to every detail as he sought to replicate the historic Allen House of Deerfield, Massachusetts. Architecturally, the home is a typical New England saltbox style design with three stories in the front, a long sloping roof, and one story in the back. A winding front sidewalk leads down a slight slope to a wide front stoop. Protected from the street view by a variety of evergreens and deciduous trees, the home is especially charming for its simple lines and overall feeling of cozy warmth.
The home is deceptively large; in fact, because it is situated deep back onto the nearly half-acre lot, its full size is almost impossible to discern at first glance. The front door welcomes guests into a foyer well-lit with natural light. Floors throughout the main level and upstairs are wide-plank reclaimed barn wood from Pennsylvania. Chief among the most attractive aspects of the property are high ceilings, traditional trim, and the well-thought out design of multiple living spaces. These include a garage, basement with a storage room, laundry and in-law suite; formal dining room, kitchen, two living rooms, and an office on the main floor; master bath and two bedrooms on the second floor; and a lofty suite on the third.
On the main level, natural light filters in through over-sized windows in every room. The backside of the house has views through paned patio doors to Weems Creek, just a hundred yards or so down a trail and through the trees. The kitchen features an eat-in breakfast table for six, a homework station, and modern appointments like a stainless steel refrigerator and commercial grade Viking range with matching hood. Just off the kitchen, a cozy sitting room or playroom with views through floor-to-ceiling windows to the exterior landscape features convenient access to the upstairs.
The second level features a master suite with a full bath, plenty of closet space, a fireplace, and a private sleeping porch. Pocket doors lead to a laundry room that looks like it came straight from a designer’s magazine. Two other bedrooms and an office share a bath and round out the upstairs space. The loft on the third level has a private full bath and is spacious enough to be a man cave, lady loft, or sleepover room.
“We were looking for a home in Eastport that could accommodate our three young boys, but we just couldn’t find the amount of space that we need,” the new owner says. “We wanted walkability to downtown, proximity to the shops and restaurants on Annapolis Street, to be conveniently close to Route 50, and to attend West Annapolis Elementary School. This home offered us all of that, plus a ton of cozy charm.”
Buyer’s Agent: Travis Martz, Martz & Associates, Direct: 240-426-5675, Email: Travis@martzlegal.com
Listing Agent: Michele Deckman, The Tower Team, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Direct: 410-353-3703, Email: michele.deckman@cbmove.com
