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Property Description
Renovated and well-maintained, almost 2,200 finished square feet and $300,000 worth of improvements in the last 10 years. Covered front porch. Hardwood floors in the foyer, kitchen, dining room, and living room. In the living room, custom-built-ins, crown molding, and tile that surrounds the wood-burning fireplace. Additional space that can be used for a home office/playroom. Tons of natural light and its own private balcony that overlooks the backyard. The kitchen features a large center island, 42" cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances Dishwasher '20, Microwave '20, Refrigerator '14, Double oven '14, Induction stovetop '14, and soft-close hinges. There is another deck that is located off the rear of the kitchen. On the second level, there are three bedrooms (one has a bonus room), two full baths, laundry area. The primary bedroom has a walk-in closet and updated full bath with dual sinks. Conveniently located upstairs are the front loading washer ('18) and new dryer ('21). The bedroom closets have custom wood-shelving units. This home was built in 1950, but has undergone TWO recent renovations (2014 & 2021) and is like-new! Improvements in the last 10 years include new: New water filter & softener. Septic System. Electrical (200 amps) and lighting fixtures. Plumbing. Dual HVAC System. Hot Water Heater. Windows. Doors (interior & exterior). Attic insulation. Drywall & paint. Flooring (Hardwood, Tiling, Luxury Vinyl, and Carpet). Wood Fireplace Insert. Unfinished Basement waterproofing system and sump pump. Staircase replaced with railings/posts/balustrades. Ply Gem Siding . Gutters. Decks replaced. New water filter & softener. Stacked stone accent wall. Custom woodwork throughout the home. This home sits on over .50+ acre, is move-in ready, and just minutes from Annapolis.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 550 Defense Hwy
General
- Sold For: $655,000
- Taxes: $4,201 (2020)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: MDAA2124106
- Added to Site: 142 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Foyer, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Bonus Room
- Interior Features: Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Recessed Lighting, Wood Floors, Chair Railings, Exposed Beams, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Mantel(s), Wood, Mantel(s), Wood
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Heater, Oven - Double, Cooktop
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Other Rooms
- Foyer/Entry: Foyer - Flooring - HardWood, Main
- Living Room: Living Room - Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Breakfast Bar, Countertop(s) - Granite, Flooring - HardWood, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Flooring - HardWood, Main
- Sun Room: Yes
- Sun Room/Solarium: Sun/Florida Room, Main
- Laundry: Upper Floor, Upper 1
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s)
Parking
- Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
- Parking Type: Driveway
Location
- County: Anne Arundel
- Development Name: Crownsville
- Subdivision: Crownsville
- Driving Directions: From 97 South, take Exit 5 onto Crownsville Rd (178), turn Right onto Defense Highway. House is located on the right.
School Information
- School District: Anne Arundel County Public Schools
- Elementary School: South Shore
- Middle School: Old Mill Middle South
- High School: Old Mill
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: Dogs OK, Cats OK, Number Limit
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Community Septic Tank, Private Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utility Description: Electric Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Cape Cod
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Daylight, Partial, Interior Access, Unfinished, Walkout Level, Water Proofing System, Sump Pump
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall, Block Walls
- Windows: Screens
- Doors: Sliding Glass
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 3,017
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,217 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1950
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Property View: Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.58
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 25,047
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: RA
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $304.47
- Assessment Year: 2021
- County Tax: $3,903
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $364,200
- Tax Amount: $4,201
- Tax Year: 2020
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1760
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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Schools
Schools serving 550 Defense Hwy
School District:Anne Arundel County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
South Shore Elementary School 1376 Fairfield Loop Road, Crownsville, MD 21032 | K-5 | 3.4 mi |
Old Mill Middle South 620 Patriot Lane, Millersville, MD 21108 | 6-8 | 9.5 mi |
Old Mill High School 600 Patriot Lane, Millersville, MD 21108 | 9-12 | 9.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 550 Defense Hwy
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/30/2025
Sold
$655,000
-2.96%
MLS
8/29/2025
Listed
$675,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
550 Defense Highway, Crownsville, MD 21032 (MLS# MDAA2124106) is a Single Family property that was sold at $655,000 on September 30, 2025. This property was listed by Frank Engel from our Annapolis Plaza Office.Want to learn more about 550 Defense Highway? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Crownsville? You can browse all Crownsville real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


