209-211 High St
Closed 5/18/23
Closed 5/18/23
Description
209 & 211 HIGH STREET, CAMBRIDGE, MD. This property sited across from Dorchester County Circuit Court, includes 209 & 211 High St. on one deed and is just under 1/2 acre (17,871 sq ft).
209-211 are located just 2 blocks from Long Wharf Park on the Choptank River. Enjoy glorious water views plus fishing & crabbing opportunities! You can also view the breathtaking Choptank River Lighthouse; a replica of the historic lighthouse that once guided vessels along the Choptank River. Steps from Long Wharf...209 & 211 HIGH STREET, CAMBRIDGE, MD. This property sited across from Dorchester County Circuit Court, includes 209 & 211 High St. on one deed and is just under 1/2 acre (17,871 sq ft).
209-211 are located just 2 blocks from Long Wharf Park on the Choptank River. Enjoy glorious water views plus fishing & crabbing opportunities! You can also view the breathtaking Choptank River Lighthouse; a replica of the historic lighthouse that once guided vessels along the Choptank River. Steps from Long Wharf and Cambridge Yacht Club, is Cambridge Yacht Basin with slips for boats of all sizes. Sail on an authentic 60-ft Skipjack and shop here at the Cambridge Farmers' Market both from May thru October.
Enjoy restaurants, quaint shops, and museum attractions only a few blocks from this property gem!
Cambridge Historical Society's Archives name this elegant, grandiose property as THE JOSIAH BAYLY HOUSE (209 High St.), and THE JOSIAH BAYLY LAW OFFICE (211 High St.). Visit Maryland Historical Trust website and put in the address: 209 High Street Cambridge. Click on the link that says: D-424 Josiah Bayly House to view the complete 24-page history. Also "search" 211 High Street Cambridge, D-189 Josiah Bayly Law Office to view the 10-page Office History. The Honorable Josiah Bayly purchased land from the Greater Choptank Vestry in the late 1700's where he built this lovely home (circa 1796) to raise his family. He practiced Law from the office he built (211 High Street, Cambridge, circa 1797), conveniently only steps from his house.
Mr. Bayly was a prominent lawyer and was appointed Maryland Attorney General (1831-1846). During his law practice, he was hired to handle the divorce of Elizabeth Patterson Bonaparte, sister-in-law to the French Emperor Napoleon. He was also hired to represent Patty Cannon, who was involved in a family gang. She was arrested with multiple charges and died in prison before her trial.
This Historic Property changed hands several times before being purchased in 1917 by Earl W. Orem, Mayor of Cambridge for 16 yrs. Mr. Orem was also Editor of The Democrat News for many years. He raised his family at 209 High Street, Cambridge, then passed the property to Orem heirs. For over 100 yrs., the Orem family cherished many, many celebratory occasions and gatherings at this elegant home. With over 3,300 sq ft of fully finished living space, the house includes 3 bedrooms, 2-full baths (one with a genuine claw-foot tub!), a living room, a library room w/built-in glass-enclosed bookshelves, a dining room w/built-in corner glass-door China cabinet, an eat-in kitchen w/custom-built cabinets, an enclosed sunroom back porch and an open front porch (for "chair-rockin' "). Includes 2 "extra" rooms to use as you choose....Maybe to escape and read a good book or to actually write one! There are 6 fireplaces throughout the house and absolutely beautiful hardwood floors, both up and downstairs. Every window is double-paned and insulated. A 200-year old garage still stands in the back of the property. The grounds surrounding the buildings boast English boxwood, a giant fig bush, and mature trees including magnolias, gingko, pear, cedar, 100-year-old sycamores, and more. This property also includes a very charming cedar roof and cedar siding Office Building (211 High St.). It too, has double-pane insulated windows dressed with the original early-19th Century outside shutters. This Building with 489 sq ft of finished space, has been rented for well over 50 yrs. The Office has 2 carpeted rooms (15' x 17' and 13' x 18'), two entryways, a powder room and a beautiful fireplace. Directly across the street from this Office on the Courthouse grounds, stands the newly-erected, incredible 13-foot Bronze Statue (Named 'Beacon of Hope'), honoring Harriet Tubman. THE JOSIAH BAYLY HOUSE AND THE JOSIAH BAYLY LAW OFFICE Own a Genuine Piece of Rich Cambridge History and Let Your Life in Cambridge Begin!
209-211 are located just 2 blocks from Long Wharf Park on the Choptank River. Enjoy glorious water views plus fishing & crabbing opportunities! You can also view the breathtaking Choptank River Lighthouse; a replica of the historic lighthouse that once guided vessels along the Choptank River. Steps from Long Wharf...209 & 211 HIGH STREET, CAMBRIDGE, MD. This property sited across from Dorchester County Circuit Court, includes 209 & 211 High St. on one deed and is just under 1/2 acre (17,871 sq ft).
209-211 are located just 2 blocks from Long Wharf Park on the Choptank River. Enjoy glorious water views plus fishing & crabbing opportunities! You can also view the breathtaking Choptank River Lighthouse; a replica of the historic lighthouse that once guided vessels along the Choptank River. Steps from Long Wharf and Cambridge Yacht Club, is Cambridge Yacht Basin with slips for boats of all sizes. Sail on an authentic 60-ft Skipjack and shop here at the Cambridge Farmers' Market both from May thru October.
Enjoy restaurants, quaint shops, and museum attractions only a few blocks from this property gem!
Cambridge Historical Society's Archives name this elegant, grandiose property as THE JOSIAH BAYLY HOUSE (209 High St.), and THE JOSIAH BAYLY LAW OFFICE (211 High St.). Visit Maryland Historical Trust website and put in the address: 209 High Street Cambridge. Click on the link that says: D-424 Josiah Bayly House to view the complete 24-page history. Also "search" 211 High Street Cambridge, D-189 Josiah Bayly Law Office to view the 10-page Office History. The Honorable Josiah Bayly purchased land from the Greater Choptank Vestry in the late 1700's where he built this lovely home (circa 1796) to raise his family. He practiced Law from the office he built (211 High Street, Cambridge, circa 1797), conveniently only steps from his house.
Mr. Bayly was a prominent lawyer and was appointed Maryland Attorney General (1831-1846). During his law practice, he was hired to handle the divorce of Elizabeth Patterson Bonaparte, sister-in-law to the French Emperor Napoleon. He was also hired to represent Patty Cannon, who was involved in a family gang. She was arrested with multiple charges and died in prison before her trial.
This Historic Property changed hands several times before being purchased in 1917 by Earl W. Orem, Mayor of Cambridge for 16 yrs. Mr. Orem was also Editor of The Democrat News for many years. He raised his family at 209 High Street, Cambridge, then passed the property to Orem heirs. For over 100 yrs., the Orem family cherished many, many celebratory occasions and gatherings at this elegant home. With over 3,300 sq ft of fully finished living space, the house includes 3 bedrooms, 2-full baths (one with a genuine claw-foot tub!), a living room, a library room w/built-in glass-enclosed bookshelves, a dining room w/built-in corner glass-door China cabinet, an eat-in kitchen w/custom-built cabinets, an enclosed sunroom back porch and an open front porch (for "chair-rockin' "). Includes 2 "extra" rooms to use as you choose....Maybe to escape and read a good book or to actually write one! There are 6 fireplaces throughout the house and absolutely beautiful hardwood floors, both up and downstairs. Every window is double-paned and insulated. A 200-year old garage still stands in the back of the property. The grounds surrounding the buildings boast English boxwood, a giant fig bush, and mature trees including magnolias, gingko, pear, cedar, 100-year-old sycamores, and more. This property also includes a very charming cedar roof and cedar siding Office Building (211 High St.). It too, has double-pane insulated windows dressed with the original early-19th Century outside shutters. This Building with 489 sq ft of finished space, has been rented for well over 50 yrs. The Office has 2 carpeted rooms (15' x 17' and 13' x 18'), two entryways, a powder room and a beautiful fireplace. Directly across the street from this Office on the Courthouse grounds, stands the newly-erected, incredible 13-foot Bronze Statue (Named 'Beacon of Hope'), honoring Harriet Tubman. THE JOSIAH BAYLY HOUSE AND THE JOSIAH BAYLY LAW OFFICE Own a Genuine Piece of Rich Cambridge History and Let Your Life in Cambridge Begin!
Listing Agent
![Mary Losty]()
mary.losty@compass.comP: (215)-920-3595
Property Details for 209-211 High Street
Tax ID Number
1007170211
OwnershipFee Simple
Condo Coop AssociationNo
HOANo
Structure TypeDetached
StyleColonial
Levels/Stories2.5
WaterfrontNo
LISTING UPDATED: 05/18/2023 12:55 PM
Property Details for 209-211 High Street
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | MDDO2003708 |
| Days on Market | 154 |
| Taxes | $5,005 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1796 |
| Lot Size | 0.41 AC / 17,871 SF |
| County | Dorchester County |
Location
Sold By Compass
Add your commute
Building Information for 209-211 High Street
Stories-Year Built1796Building Size-Lot Size0.41 AC / 17,871 SF
Payment Calculator
$4,244 per month
30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest
Principal and Interest
$3,827
Property Taxes
$417
HOA Dues
$0
The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.
Know your buying power with a preapproval and custom rate in minutes
1Property Information for 209-211 High Street
Location
Location
- In City Limits: Yes
- School District Name: DORCHESTER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- School District County ID: 121139665361
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- County: DORCHESTER
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
- Property Manager Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
- Tax Year: 2023
- Tax Assessed Value: $319,033
- Year Assessed: 2023
- County Tax: $2,813
- Improvement Assessed Value: $330,100
- City Town Tax: $2,192
- Land Assessed Value: $85,400
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Municipal Trash: Yes
- Land Use Code: R
- Loss Mitigation Fee: No
- Agricultural Tax Due: No
- Historic: Yes
- Historic Designation ID: D-424
- Zoning: R-3
- Zoning Dscrp: R-3
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- TaxDataUpdatedYN: No
Lease Information
Lease Information
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pet Restrictions: Number Limit
- Concessions: No
Rooms
Main
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
- Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Library, Bedroom 1, Other, Bathroom 1, Attic, Screened Porch
- Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Rooms Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Bedroom 1
- Room Length: 18.0
- Room Width: 15.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments, Fireplace - Other
Room 2
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Length: 16.0
- Room Width: 8.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Fireplace - Other, Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments
Room 3
- Room Type: Bathroom 1
- Room Length: 11.0
- Room Width: 7.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
- Room Type: Other
- Room Length: 11.0
- Room Width: 8.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments
Room 5
- Room Type: Other
- Room Length: 16.0
- Room Width: 8.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments
Room 6
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Length: 15.0
- Room Width: 16.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Fireplace - Other, Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments, Formal Dining Room
Room 7
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Length: 18.0
- Room Width: 16.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Fireplace - Other, Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments
Room 8
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Length: 15.0
- Room Width: 10.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 9
- Room Type: Screened Porch
- Room Length: 25.0
- Room Width: 8.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 10
- Room Type: Library
- Room Length: 18.0
- Room Width: 15.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Fireplace - Other, Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments
Room 11
- Room Type: Bathroom 1
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 12
- Room Type: Basement
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 13
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Length: 15.0
- Room Width: 16.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Fireplace - Other, Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments
Room 14
- Room Type: Attic
- Room Level: Upper 2
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Attic - Floored, Attic - Walk-Up, Flooring - Other
Building Info
Building Info
- Total Finished SQFT: 3,392.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 3,392.00
- Total SQFT: 3,392.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
- Wall and Ceiling Types: High
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Basement Type: Improved
- Foundation Details: Permanent, Brick/Mortar
- Room and Floor: Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 2
- Other Structure: Garage(s)
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Rear Yard, Level
- Soil Types: Unknown
- Fencing: Vinyl, Wood
- Parcel ID: 5312902
- Additional Parcels: No
- Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
- Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway, On Street
- Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Unpaved
- Garage Features: Other
Interior Features
Interior Features
- Appliances: Dryer - Electric, Oven/Range - Electric, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Dishwasher
- Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
- Window Features: Double Pane, Replacement, Screens
- Laundry Type: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Spa: No
- Exterior Features: Gutter System
- Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
- Utilities: Electric Available, Phone Available
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Wall Unit
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Hot Water: Oil
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- Electric Service: 220 Volts
Confidential Data
Listing Office
- List Agent AOR: Mid-Shore Board of REALTORS
Property History for 209-211 High Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 18, 2023 | Closed BRIGHT #MDDO2003708 | $760,000 | — |
| Mar 31, 2023 | Pending BRIGHT #MDDO2003708 | — | |
| Mar 31, 2023 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #MDDO2003708 | — | |
| Oct 29, 2022 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDDO2003708 | — | |
| Oct 28, 2022 | Temp Off Market BRIGHT #MDDO2003708 | — | |
| Oct 28, 2022 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDDO2003708 | $777,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 05/18/2023 | Closed BRIGHT #MDDO2003708 | $760,000 |
| 03/31/2023 | Pending BRIGHT #MDDO2003708 | — |
| 03/31/2023 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #MDDO2003708 | — |
| 10/29/2022 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDDO2003708 | — |
| 10/28/2022 | Temp Off Market BRIGHT #MDDO2003708 | — |
| 10/28/2022 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDDO2003708 | $777,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Schools near 209-211 High Street
This home is within Dorchester County Public Schools.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Private - | PK to 11 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Choptank Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Mace's Lane Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Cambridge-South Dorchester High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Open Bible Academy PrivatePK to 11 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
Similar Homes
Similar Sold Homes
Explore Nearby Homes
- Algonquin Homes for Sale
- Blackwater Landing Homes for Sale
- Cattail Crossing Homes for Sale
- Deep Harbour Homes for Sale
- Maryland Homes for Sale
- Elliott Homes for Sale
- Tilghman Island Homes for Sale
- Jesterville Homes for Sale
- Nanticoke Acres Homes for Sale
- Waterview Homes for Sale
- Choptank Homes for Sale
- Mount Vernon Homes for Sale
- The Easton Club Homes for Sale
- Brookview Homes for Sale
- Whitehaven Homes for Sale
- Woolford Homes for Sale
- Linkwood Homes for Sale
- Crapo Homes for Sale
- Church Creek Homes for Sale
- Cambridge Homes for Sale
- Madison Homes for Sale
- Rhodesdale Homes for Sale
- Oxford Homes for Sale
- Taylors Island Homes for Sale
- Royal Oak Homes for Sale
- Toddville Homes for Sale
- Vienna Homes for Sale
- Trappe Homes for Sale
- Wingate Homes for Sale
- Tyaskin Homes for Sale
- 21677 Homes for Sale
- 21622 Homes for Sale
- 21626 Homes for Sale
- 21631 Homes for Sale
- 21648 Homes for Sale
- 21869 Homes for Sale
- 21835 Homes for Sale
- 21673 Homes for Sale
- 21654 Homes for Sale
- 21837 Homes for Sale
- 21659 Homes for Sale
- 21669 Homes for Sale
- 21814 Homes for Sale
- 21662 Homes for Sale
- 21830 Homes for Sale
No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified, and Compass, Inc., its subsidiaries, affiliates and their agents and associated third parties expressly disclaims any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the discretion of the seller. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity.
© 2026 Bright MLS. All rights reserved. All information is deemed reliable, but accuracy is not guaranteed. Listing information is from various brokers who participate in IDX and not all listings may be visible on the site. The property information being provided is for the consumer’s personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data last updated on 05/18/2023 12:55 PM