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Property Description
Charming 2-3BR/2BA coastal cottage with tranquil water views of Black Walnut Cove and the Choptank River - ideal for easy full-time living or a relaxed weekend retreat. Beautiful hardwood floors run throughout, complementing the home's warm, welcoming character and comfortable scale. The living room, anchored by a wood-burning fireplace, offers a cozy gathering space, while the kitchen is thoughtfully designed with a large center island, wet bar, and French door access to a beautiful screened porch overlooking the cove - perfect for morning coffee, quiet afternoons, or casual evening entertaining. The primary suite is a peaceful retreat, featuring an ensuite bath, walk-in closet, and convenient laundry cubby. An adjoining second bedroom offers flexibility as a private office, sitting room, or additional sleeping space. A third bedroom and full hall bath provide comfortable accommodation for guests. Additional highlights include a garden shed and a fully conditioned "she shed" with heat and AC, currently used as an art studio - a versatile space for hobbies or creative pursuits. Numerous improvements include a new roof, Pella architectural windows, encapsulated crawlspace, 3-zone Mitsubishi mini-split system, reverse-osmosis water filtration, and more. This thoughtfully updated cottage offers the best of Eastern Shore living with a relaxed, waterside feel.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 4940 Fairbank Rd
General
- Sold For: $560,000
- Taxes: $2,269 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: MDTA2013172
- Added to Site: 93 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Foyer, Laundry, Office, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Screened Porch
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Walk-in Closet(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Brick, Wood
- Appliances: Dryer - Front Loading, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Floor, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Security System
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Outbuilding(s)
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Screened, Patio(s), Porch(es)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Private
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
Location
- County: TALBOT
- Subdivision: FAIRBANK
- Driving Directions: From Route 50, take Easton Bypass (Rt 322). Turn onto Saint Michaels Road (Rt 33) and follow to Tilghman Island. Cross Knapp's Narrows Bridge and continue on Tilghman Island Road. Turn left onto Fairbank Road. House is on right.
School Information
- School District: Talbot County Public Schools
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless/Mini-Split
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Oil
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Exists
- Water: Well
- Dist. to Water: 0 Blocks
- Utility Description: Above Ground, Other
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cottage
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Frame
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Asphalt
- Walls/Ceilings: Plaster Walls
- Windows: Storm
- Doors: French
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 1,260
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,260 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,260 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1959
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Very Good
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed, Garage(s), Office/Studio
Lot Features
- Property View: Water, Panoramic, River, Scenic Vista
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.72
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 31,363
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: R
- Lot Description: Front Yard, Landscaping, Open, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Water Features
- Water View: Yes
- Water Front Type: Cove
- Water Front Name: BLACK WALNUT COVE
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $460.32
- Assessment Year: 2026
- County Tax: $2,269
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $254,133
- Tax Amount: $2,269
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1260
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Section: 3
- Lot Number: 18
Listed by TTR Sotheby's International Realty, Laura H Carney
Sold by Redfin Corp, Kimberly Dawn Whaley
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Schools
Schools serving 4940 Fairbank Rd
School District:Talbot County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Tilghman Elementary School 21374 Foster Ave, Tilghman Island, MD 21671 | K-6 | 1.8 mi |
St. Michaels Middle/High School 200 Seymour Avenue, Saint Michaels, MD 21663 | 7-12 | 9.2 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 4940 Fairbank Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/10/2026
Sold
$560,000
-3.45%
MLS
4/09/2026
Listed
$580,000
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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.
4940 Fairbank Road, Tilghman, MD 21671 (MLS# MDTA2013172) is a Single Family property that was sold at $560,000 on July 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 4940 Fairbank Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Tilghman? You can browse all Tilghman real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

