#MDSO2006078, Melissa Laird, Listing office: LAIRD & ASSOCIATES
279 S Somerset Ave Crisfield, MD 21817
Property details
About 279 S Somerset Ave
Welcome to 279 S. Somerset Ave in Crisfield, Maryland – where small-town living meets the heart of Chesapeake Bay culture. This well-maintained property offers a great blend of functionality, outdoor space, and proximity to some of Crisfield’s most beloved attractions, like Jane’s Island State Park and the Marina that hosts the famous National Hard Crab Derby. Property Highlights: Three storage sheds including a 10×12 shed converted into a chicken coop with a cement pad floor, a 7×7 resin shed, and an 8×15 resin shed elevated on a 2-ft platform—ideal for storage, hobbies, or gardening. Outdoor upgrades like privacy fencing along the side yard (converted into a BBQ area) and a chain-link fence enclosing the backyard. Conveniently located near Woodson Elementary School Just minutes from downtown Crisfield, Somers Cove Marina, and the passenger ferry to Smith Island Close to Jane’s Island State Park, offering over 30 miles of water trails for kayaking, crabbing, fishing, and peaceful nature exploration About Crisfield: Known as the “Crab Capital of the World,” Crisfield is a vibrant waterfront town where traditions like seafood feasts, boat parades, and community festivals are part of everyday life. Don’t miss the National Hard Crab Derby—a Labor Day weekend celebration full of races, pageants, parades, and local pride. Enjoy year-round events, fresh seafood from local markets, and breathtaking Chesapeake Bay sunsets. Whether you're looking to homestead, enjoy a quiet coastal lifestyle, or just want room to spread out with easy access to outdoor adventures, this home offers it all. Schedule your private tour today and come discover why so many love calling Crisfield home.
Highlights
(ACTIVE)
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Microwave, Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator
- Basement: No
- Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Treatments
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: Off Street,Driveway
- Architectural Style: Farmhouse/National Folk
- Heating: Heat Pump
- List Price: $140,000
- Price/SqFt: $124
- Annual Tax Amount: $656
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Cleared
- Directions: Take MD-413 S to N Somerset Ave in Crisfield Turn left onto MD-675 S/Somerset Ave Follow N Somerset Ave to Old Calvery Rd 279 S Somerset Ave will be on your left
- Year Built: 1920
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,128 SqFt
- Municipality: Crisfield
- Lot Size: 0.21 Acres
- MLS Number: MDSO2006150
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
- Office Phone: (410) 546-3211
- Office Email: andrew.mcbride@longandfoster.com
- Listing Agent: Jennifer A Whittington
- Agent Phone: (443) 397-0451
- Agent Email: jenw@lnf.com
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Nov 02, 2011 | Home Sold | $72,000 |
Mar 29, 2010 | Home Sold | $41,000 |
Mar 12, 2007 | Home Sold | $114,000 |
Feb 27, 2004 | Home Sold | $30,900 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $67,233 | $656 |
2023 | $59,067 | $656 |
2022 | $50,900 | $1,008 |
2021 | $50,133 | $548 |
2020 | $49,367 | $548 |
2019 | $48,600 | $540 |
2018 | $48,600 | $540 |
2017 | $48,600 | $540 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Carter G. Woodson Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.2 mi
•281A Woodson School Rd
6
Deal Island Elementary School
Public District PK-5
13.7 mi
•23275 Lola Wheatley Rd
3
Greenwood Elementary School
Public District 2-5
17.2 mi
•11412 Dryden Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $33,628. The most common annual income of people living in Crisfield, MD is less than $<35k. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 279 S Somerset Ave
The listing price of 279 S Somerset Ave property is $140,000.
The property 279 S Somerset Ave is a house located in Crisfield, Maryland, 21817.
Active Listing: 279 S Somerset Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 279 S Somerset Ave are: Carter G. Woodson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Deal Island Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Greenwood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Somerset Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Arcadia Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Pocomoke Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Crisfield Academy and High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Arcadia High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Washington Academy and High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $656 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on November 2, 2011 for $72,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 279 S Somerset Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 279 S Somerset Ave is 1,128 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 279 S Somerset Ave is 1920.
This home is located at 279 S Somerset Ave in Crisfield, MD and zip code 21817. This 1,128 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.21 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $140,000.
The inventory of homes for sale in Crisfield, MD between May and June 2025 increased by 39.5%. In June 2025 median list price was $225,000 and the average listing age was 118 days.