5987 Telegraph Rd

Elkton, MD 21921

$359,900
Price
3
Beds
1,284 Sq. Ft.
$280 / Sq. Ft.
1,284
Sq. Ft.
$280
per Sq. Ft.
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Active Under Contract
Active Under Contract
Front
Drone House
Front from street
Foyer
Living Room
Living Room
Living Room
Living Room to Dining Room
Dining Room
Dining Room
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen to Dining Room
Breezeway
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 2
Bathroom
Bedroom 3
Backysard
Bsck
Back
Back

Description

Beautifully presented, this solid brick 3-bedroom, 1-bath Ranch/Rambler style home, situated in picturesque Elkton, MD, boasts generous spaces with modern updates. As you enter, you'll notice the hardwood floors flowing seamlessly throughout the home, punctuated by the fresh paint, creating an open and inviting environment. The three bedrooms offer ample space, and the kitchen is packed with cabinet storage, perfect for the home chef. Your holiday entertaining is covered by the sizable dining room,...Beautifully presented, this solid brick 3-bedroom, 1-bath Ranch/Rambler style home, situated in picturesque Elkton, MD, boasts generous spaces with modern updates. As you enter, you'll notice the hardwood floors flowing seamlessly throughout the home, punctuated by the fresh paint, creating an open and inviting environment. The three bedrooms offer ample space, and the kitchen is packed with cabinet storage, perfect for the home chef. Your holiday entertaining is covered by the sizable dining room, easily accommodating a table for your guests. The attached breezeway makes for a beautiful transition to the 2-car garage, adding a sense of charm to the home. A unique feature of this home includes an accessible walk-up attic with flooring that could be finished, providing priceless extra space. Climate control is no issue thanks to a Central A/C system and Hot Water Heating. The recent renovation includes updates to the well pump, septic, reverse osmosis system, and water softener all in 2022. Plumbing updates were made in 2022/2023, transitioning to PVC for long-term durability. The home comes with a sturdy roof and gutters replaced in 2014, and a central air system installed in 2017. A full basement offers room for customization - transform it into a recreational area, home gym, or more. The backyard is an entertainer’s dream with a sprawling half acre of fenced space for family activities, BBQs, or tranquil downtime. This picture-perfect home is just moments away from Fair Hill Races, Fair Hill Nature Center, the University of Delaware and less than 10 minutes from downtown Newark.. Call us now to make an appointment to view this gem of Elkton!
  1. Listed by Linda G McKinnon • Patterson-Schwartz-Newark
    P: (302)-584-3710 linda.mckinnon@psre.com

Property Details for 5987 Telegraph Road

Tax ID Number
0804003268
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Ranch/Rambler
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 04/22/2026 11:15 AM

Property Details for 5987 Telegraph Road

StatusActive Under Contract
MLS #MDCC2021154
Days on Market4
Taxes$2,826 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1964
Lot Size0.44 AC / 19,166 SF
CountyCecil County
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Location

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Building Information for 5987 Telegraph Road

Stories2Year Built1964Building Size-Lot Size0.44 AC / 19,166 SF

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Property Information for 5987 Telegraph Road

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: CECIL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121139799812
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: CECIL
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
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Assessed Value: $260,200
  • Year Assessed: 2026
  • Zoning: LDR
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
Upper Level 3
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
All Lower Levels
  • # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 0
Lower Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 0
Lower Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 0
Lower Level 3
  • # Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 0
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bathroom 1
  • Stories: Lower 1, Lower 2, Lower 3, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2, Upper 3
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 18 X 12
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 17 X 12
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 11 X 11
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bathroom 1
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Width: 7.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 9 X 7
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 12 X 12
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 12 X 11
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 12 X 10
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 8
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,284.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Land Lease: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 10
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Accessibility Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Breezeway
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Other
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Well
  • Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Cecil County Board of REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: Linda.McKinnon.pcragent.com

Property History for 5987 Telegraph Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 22, 2026

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #MDCC2021154

—
Apr 19, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDCC2021154

$359,900—
Jun 2, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1491540495

$289,900

+14.0% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/22/2026

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #MDCC2021154

—
04/19/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDCC2021154

$359,900
06/02/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1491540495

$289,900

+14.0% / yr

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Public Records for 5987 Telegraph Road

Taxable ValueLand$73,800Additions$178,700Total$252,500
Tax Record2025$2,793 ($233 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,284 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,284 SqFtStories1Lot Size19,340 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1964ZoningLDRCountyCECILAPN04-003268Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5987 Telegraph Road

This home is within Cecil County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Cecil Manor Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Cherry Hill Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Elkton High School
Public - 9 to 12
Cecil County School Of Technology
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Cecil Manor Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Cherry Hill Middle School
Public6 to 8

Elkton High School
Public9 to 12

Cecil County School Of Technology
Public9 to 12

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.

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