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Property Description
YEAR-END SALE! A rare investment opportunity in Thurmont with multiple income streams and strong rental potential. This property includes two separate homes on one parcel plus eight garage spaces that can be rented individually. Once updated and made fully rentable, the combined rental potential is approximately $4,000 per month (about $48,000 per year). Based on projected rents and the new list price, the gross cap rate is estimated at over 11% Estimated rents: one-bedroom home at $1,400, three-bedroom home at $1,800, and eight garages at $100 each. Live in one home and rent out the other, or lease both properties and the garages for steady income. The property will require updates and is being sold as-is. Buyer to verify rental licenses, zoning uses, and any county requirements for occupancy. Located close to downtown Thurmont with easy access to commuter routes, schools, and shopping. A great fit for a landlord, flipper, investor, tradesperson, or an owner-occupant looking for help with the monthly payment. Unique investment opportunity with long-term upside. The main home is move-in ready, featuring spacious living areas, a main-level bedroom and full bath, two additional bedrooms upstairs, and a sitting room over the kitchen. A new washer and dryer is also located on the main level. The second home includes a large upstairs bedroom with a full bathroom. The kitchen and second full bath are located on a half-level down (both in need of full rehab). The finished lower level includes a rec room and laundry area with a newer washer and dryer. A large upper-level deck needs repair, but the lumber to rebuild it is included. Additional features include: Eight total garage bays across three structures: 4 facing the rear alley (3 currently rented month to month) 3 side garages 1 tucked beneath the rear deck Each garage bay has electric (no water)-ideal for storage, workshop use, or contractor needs Public water and sewer Boiler heat (oil), window A/C units, and electric hot water heaters (both approximately 2 years old) Located just minutes from downtown Thurmont, Route 15, Cunningham Falls State Park, and Catoctin Mountain Park, this property offers convenience, versatility, and strong potential for value growth. Property is being sold as-is. Don't miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity with flexible use, income potential, and a prime location in Northern Frederick County. Schedule your showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 18-20 Water St
General
- Price: $399,900
- Taxes: $5,636 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: MDFR2069076
- Updated: 12/17/2025
- Added to Site: 149 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Attic, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Recessed Lighting
- Appliances: Dryer - Electric, Washer, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Electric
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Main Floor Baths: 3
- Main - Full Baths: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 4
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 8
- Total Spaces: 8
- Parking Features: Paved Parking, Private
- Parking Type: Detached Garage, Attached Garage, On Street
- Garage Description: Garage Door Opener, Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry
Location
- Municipality: Thurmont
- County: FREDERICK
- Subdivision: Thurmont
- Cross Streets: Main St
- Driving Directions: From Main St, turn onto Water St. Houses are on the Left
- Location Details: Downtown
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: Frederick County Public Schools
- High School: Catoctin
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: No Pet Restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Baseboard - Hot Water, Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Above Ground
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Stone
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Combination, Improved, Interior Access, Partially Finished, Workshop, Windows
- Foundation: Permanent
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 3,582
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,988 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,988 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1880
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,486
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: CR
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $133.84
- Assessment Year: 2025
- City/TownTax: $1,107
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $4,529
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $426,767
- Tax Amount: $5,636
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Cindy Clipp
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Price & Sales History for 18-20 Water St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/28/2025
Price Reduced
$399,900
-5.88%
MLS
11/09/2025
Price Reduced
$424,900
-1.16%
MLS
8/21/2025
Listed
$429,900
273.83%
MLS
6/14/2023
Sold
$115,000
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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 18-20 Water St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$6,578
35%
$426,767
15%
2023
$4,870
—
$370,633
18%
2023
$4,870
2%
$314,500
2%
2022
$4,795
5%
$309,433
2%
2020
$4,579
1%
$304,367
2%
2021
$4,530
—
$299,300
—
2020
$4,519
-1%
$298,600
—
2019
$4,573
3%
$297,900
—
2018
$4,457
—
$297,200
—
2017
$4,470
-1%
$296,433
—
2016
$4,533
—
$295,667
—
2015
$4,545
2%
$294,900
—
2014
$4,458
—
$294,900
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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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18-20 Water Street, Thurmont, MD 21788 (MLS# MDFR2069076) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 18-20 Water Street is currently listed for $399,900 and was received on August 21, 2025. Want to learn more about 18-20 Water Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Thurmont? You can browse all Thurmont real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

