974 Telegraph Rd

2,154 Sq. Ft.
$174 / Sq. Ft.
2,154
Sq. Ft.
$174
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Rare opportunity to own a slice of rustic Maryland charm! Situated on 3 private acres in Rising Sun, this 1970s log cabin is a true diamond in the rough. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath, the home offers an authentic wood-clad interior that provides a cozy, mountain-retreat feel. New A/C unit and commerical dehumidifier in the basement. This property has been held by the same family since it was built and has never been updated, making it the perfect "blank canvas" for your modern farmhouse or...Rare opportunity to own a slice of rustic Maryland charm! Situated on 3 private acres in Rising Sun, this 1970s log cabin is a true diamond in the rough. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath, the home offers an authentic wood-clad interior that provides a cozy, mountain-retreat feel. New A/C unit and commerical dehumidifier in the basement. This property has been held by the same family since it was built and has never been updated, making it the perfect "blank canvas" for your modern farmhouse or rustic renovation dreams. Outside, enjoy a sprawling, level lot and a large detached 2-car garage perfect for a workshop or extra storage. Property is being sold AS-IS as part of an estate. Bring your vision and your contractor to unlock the incredible equity and lifestyle this unique acreage offers!

Property Details for 974 Telegraph Road

Tax ID Number
0809009132
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Log Home
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 02/18/2026 09:02 PM

Property Details for 974 Telegraph Road

StatusActive Under Contract
MLS #MDCC2020380
Days on Market6
Taxes$3,228 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1977
Lot Size2.98 AC / 129,809 SF
CountyCecil County

Location

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Building Information for 974 Telegraph Road

Stories2Year Built1977Building Size-Lot Size2.98 AC / 129,809 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,097 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,828

Property Taxes

$269

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 974 Telegraph Road

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: CECIL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121139799812
  • SchoolDistrictSource: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: RISING SUN (CECIL MD)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • Middle Or Junior School: RISING SUN (CECIL MD)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • High School: RISING SUN (CECIL MD)
  • HighSchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • 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: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $289,500
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $3,168
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $189,600
  • Land Assessed Value: $99,900
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: R
  • Zoning: RR
  • School Tax: $0
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Den, Laundry, Half Bath
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 8
  • Room Type: Den
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 9
  • Room Type: Half Bath
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,154.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,154.00
  • Total SQFT: 3,283.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Log
  • Roof: Unknown
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Beamed Ceilings, Dry Wall, Log Walls, Wood Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Flooring Type: Carpet
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Connecting Stairway, Full, Interior Access
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 4481300
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 6
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Carpet
  • Fireplace: Yes
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Other
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Well
  • Sewer Septic: Private Septic Tank
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Coastal Association of REALTORS (MD)

Property History for 974 Telegraph Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 18, 2026

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #MDCC2020380

Feb 13, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDCC2020380

$375,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/18/2026

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #MDCC2020380

02/13/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDCC2020380

$375,000

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Public Records for 974 Telegraph Road

Taxable ValueLand$99,900Additions$189,600Total$289,500
Tax Record2025$3,228 ($269 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,154 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,154 SqFtStories2Lot Size129,809 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1977ZoningRRCountyCECILAPN09-009132Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 974 Telegraph Road

This home is within Cecil County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Rising Sun Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Rising Sun Middle School
Public6 to 8

Rising Sun High School
Public9 to 12

Perryville Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

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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