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Property Description
Welcome to 521 Riverside Drive a thoughtfully reworked home in a water-oriented community near Cox's Point Park, offering flexibility, functionality, and lifestyle all in one. Recently purchased and significantly improved in a short period of time, this home has been reconfigured to create a true 4-bedroom layout, transforming what was previously underutilized space into a more functional design that better fits today's lifestyle. The main level features an open and inviting layout with a spacious living room flowing into the dining area and an updated kitchen that has been redesigned to eliminate dead space and improve flow, creating a more connected and usable everyday living space. The entire home has been refreshed with new flooring and fresh paint throughout, giving it a clean, move-in-ready feel. A main-level bedroom and full bath provide flexibility for guests, multi-generational living, or a private home office. Upstairs, the home now offers additional bedroom space along with a generously sized primary bedroom featuring access to a private balcony, creating a quiet place to unwind and take in the surroundings. Outside, enjoy a spacious yard, detached garage, and ample parking features that are hard to come by in this area. Located in a water-oriented community, this home offers easy access to Cox's Point Park, public boat ramps, marinas, and Back River, with direct access to the Chesapeake Bay. Whether you enjoy boating, kayaking, or simply being near the water, this location delivers a lifestyle that extends well beyond the home itself. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and commuter routes, this is a unique opportunity to own a home that has not only been updated but reimagined for how people actually live today.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 521 Riverside Dr
General
- Price: $365,000
- Taxes: $3,188 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: MDBC2161598
- Updated: 5/5/2026
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Loft
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
Parking
- Total Spaces: 5
- Parking Type: Driveway, Off Street
Location
- County: BALTIMORE
- Subdivision: ESSEX
- Driving Directions: Use GPS
School Information
- School District: Baltimore County Public Schools
- Elementary School: Sussex
- Middle School: Deep Creek
- High School: Chesapeake
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Other
- Foundation: Other
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,536
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,536 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,536 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2004
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,405
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: R
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $237.63
- Assessment Year: 2026
- Tax w/Assessment: $281,100
- Tax Amount: $3,188
- Tax Year: 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Listed by Cummings & Co. Realtors, Daniel W McDevitt
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Schools
Schools serving 521 Riverside Dr
School District:Baltimore County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Sussex Elementary School 515 S Woodward Dr, Baltimore, MD 21221 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
Deep Creek Middle School, Baltimore, MD 1000 S Marlyn Ave, Baltimore, MD 21221 | 6-8 | 1 mi |
Chesapeake High School, Baltimore, MD 1801 Turkey Point Rd, Baltimore, MD 21221 | 9-12 | 2.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 521 Riverside Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/05/2026
Listed
$365,000
7.39%
MLS
9/05/2025
Sold
$339,888
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 521 Riverside Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,691
130%
$263,000
16%
2023
$1,606
-31%
$226,800
10%
2022
$2,332
15%
$207,067
11%
2020
$2,031
-17%
$187,333
12%
2021
$2,433
1%
$167,600
—
2020
$2,410
1%
$167,600
—
2019
$2,389
3633%
$167,600
-1%
2018
$64
-97%
$169,300
—
2017
$2,337
-9%
$169,300
—
2016
$2,559
8%
$169,300
-3%
2015
$2,375
—
$173,900
—
2014
$2,375
—
$173,900
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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521 Riverside Drive, Essex, MD 21221 (MLS# MDBC2161598) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 521 Riverside Drive is currently listed for $365,000 and was received on May 05, 2026. Want to learn more about 521 Riverside Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Essex? You can browse all Essex real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

