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#MDGA2008868, Jay L Ferguson, Listing office: Taylor Made Deep Creek Vacations & Sales
$1,579,000 List price
85 Windy Cove Rd Swanton, MD 21561
4 beds
2 full
1,508 sqft
0.6 acres
$1,047 / sqft
House
Property details
About 85 Windy Cove Rd
Premium lakefront in a Premium Location! If you are looking for prime lake-frontage this is a must see. Located on a peaceful cove with level lakefront, a private Type A boat dock, and expansive lake views, the 4 bedroom 2 bath cottage with detached 2-car garage offers a convenient location, expansive views from almost every room and great water depth. Newly renovated bathrooms, bedrooms, and recreation areas. Situated in the heart of Deep Creek Lake, this property is truly close to everything: 1 mile to Deep Creek Lake State Park, 2 miles to Deep Creeks best restaurants, 2.5 miles to Garrett Cinemas and Arrowhead Market, 3.7 miles to marinas, 8 miles to Wisp Resort, easy access by water to the Deep Creek Yacht Club, 6 miles to Thousand Acres Golf Club and about 10 miles to Lodestone Golf Course and attractions like Swallow Falls and Herrington Manor State Parks. The property also offers easy access to I-68 and Corridor H. The location on the lake is ideal for all outdoor activities, including Boating, Sailing, Kayaking, Water Skiing, Tubing, and Surfing. The property comes with a Type A dock which allows 2 power boats and a third vessel like a WaveRunner or sailboat. This charming cottage includes a main level primary suite, an updated kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances, large spaces for entertainment, 2 full bathrooms, a separate dining room, central A/C, public sewer (avoiding the construction restrictions imposed by septic systems), and 100 feet of level lake frontage. The coveted southern exposure offers all day sun to the dock, yard, firepit, and lakeside deck. Two-car garage. Level outdoor parking area ideal for all weather conditions. Large building envelope for expansion of existing cottage or future rebuild. Minimal restrictions. No HOA fees. Holds a TVRU rental license for 4 bedrooms, 12-person occupancy. Properties with this location, accessibility, level lake frontage, and capacity for expansion afforded by public sewer are a rare find. Schedule your appointment today!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Heat Pump
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,508 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.57 Acres
Year built1974
ParkingAdditional Storage Area,Garage - Front Entry,Garage Door Opener, Gravel Driveway, Detached Garage
MLS #MDGA2009482
Garage2 spaces
ViewLake, Water, Panoramic
Virtual tour
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Luxury Vinyl Tile, Carpet
- Interior: Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Primary Bath(s)
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Additional Storage Area,Garage - Front Entry,Garage Door Opener, Gravel Driveway, Detached Garage
- View: Lake, Water, Panoramic
- Architectural Style: Cottage
- Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $1,579,000
- Price/SqFt: $1,047
- Annual Tax Amount: $8,270
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Open Lot, Level, Back Yard, Front Yard
- Directions: Rt. 219 to Glendale Road. Turn right on to Beckman's Peninsula Road. Turn right on to Windy Cove Road. House will be on the left.
- Year Built: 1974
- Living Area: 1,508 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.57 Acres
- MLS Number: MDGA2009482
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Railey Realty, Inc.
- Office Phone: (301) 387-2000
- Listing Agent: Michael N Kennedy
- Agent Phone: (301) 616-6106
- Agent Email: mkennedy@railey.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 25, 2023 | Home Sold | $1,407,750 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $673,467 | $8,270 |
| 2023 | $599,933 | $7,427 |
| 2022 | $526,400 | $6,148 |
| 2021 | $523,567 | $6,550 |
| 2020 | $520,733 | $6,515 |
| 2018 | $517,900 | $6,172 |
| 2017 | $517,900 | $6,121 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Broad Ford Elementary School
Public District PK-5
7.5 mi
•607 Harvey Winters Dr
8
Accident Elementary School
Public District PK-5
8.6 mi
•534 Accident Bittinger Rd
6
Yough Glades Elementary School
Public District PK-5
9.0 mi
•70 Wolf Acres Dr
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 $79,868. Typical income of Swanton, MD residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
20%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
29%
100k-200k
8%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
37%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
47%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
13%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
23%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
Figure Skating
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Dick's Sporting Goods
Dollar General
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Cracker Barrel
Texas Roadhouse
Applebees
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Subaru
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
News/Talk/Information
New Country
Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 85 Windy Cove Rd
The listing price of 85 Windy Cove Rd property is $1,579,000.
The property 85 Windy Cove Rd is a house located in Swanton, Maryland, 21561.
Active Listing: 85 Windy Cove Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 85 Windy Cove Rd are: Broad Ford Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Accident Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Yough Glades Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Southern Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Northern Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Terra Alta/East Preston School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Southern Garrett High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Northern Garrett High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Union Educational Complex (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $8,270 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 25, 2023 for $1,407,750 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 85 Windy Cove Rd has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 85 Windy Cove Rd is 1,508 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 85 Windy Cove Rd is 1974.
This home is located at 85 Windy Cove Rd in Swanton, MD and zip code 21561. This 1,508 square foot home, which was built in 1974, sits on a 0.57 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,579,000.
In June 2025 in Swanton, MD there were 23.8% more homes for sale than in May. Listings spent 88 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $852,200 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.