540 Thunderbird Dr

2,200 Sq. Ft.
$184 / Sq. Ft.
2,200
Sq. Ft.
$184
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2- full bath Cape Cod nestled in Chesapeake Ranch Estates, offering a total of 2,200 finished square feet of comfort and charm. This home has been very gently cared for, and the seller has gone above and beyond to prepare it for new homeowners-fresh paint, updated lighting, landscaping improvements, re-stained fencing and deck, and a very recently remodeled shower. Inside, you'll find stylish new waterproof LVP flooring on the main and upper levels....Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2- full bath Cape Cod nestled in Chesapeake Ranch Estates, offering a total of 2,200 finished square feet of comfort and charm. This home has been very gently cared for, and the seller has gone above and beyond to prepare it for new homeowners-fresh paint, updated lighting, landscaping improvements, re-stained fencing and deck, and a very recently remodeled shower. Inside, you'll find stylish new waterproof LVP flooring on the main and upper levels. The main level includes a conveniently located bedroom, a full bath, a living room, separate dining room, a roomy eat-in kitchen and a covered sun deck. The kitchen is a standout, with warm cherry cabinets, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a gas stove, and center island. Most appliances were replaced in 2012. Additional highlights include newer windows (5–6 years old), water softeners throughout, updated roof stacks, and a roof that was recently inspected and found to be in excellent condition. The spacious finished basement is complemented with cozy carpet and features a versatile layout including a utility area, utility sink, laundry with a newly installed wash machine, and ample storage and living space. Outdoors, you'll enjoy a spacious double lot—mostly fenced and extending just beyond the current fence line. The flat backyard has been newly seeded this spring and includes a storage shed. This home is perfect for the car enthusiast or outdoor hobbyist with an attached one car garage measuring 12.5’ x 19’ and a 14' x 24' detached garage offering plenty of space for vehicles or a workshop. The oversized paved driveway allows for even more parking. Other features include , shades on all windows, and a west-facing front that captures beautiful evening light. Community amenities include private beaches, an airport, a community garden, trails, an airport, a clubhouse and the home is a short walk to a private community lake. This home truly offers the perfect blend of privacy, updates, neighborhood amenities and classic charm.
  1. Listed by Debbie Friedrich • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
    P: (301)-717-3074 debbie.friedrich@penfedrealty.com

Property Details for 540 Thunderbird Drive

Tax ID Number
0501112627
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
Yes
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Cape Cod
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 05/27/2025 01:34 PM

Property Details for 540 Thunderbird Drive

StatusClosed
MLS #MDCA2020942
Days on Market3
Taxes$3,338 / year
HOA Fees$585 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1992
Lot Size0.68 AC / 29,621 SF
CountyCalvert County

Location

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Building Information for 540 Thunderbird Drive

Stories3Year Built1992Building Size-Lot Size0.68 AC / 29,621 SF

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Property Information for 540 Thunderbird Drive

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: CALVERT COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121139842846
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: CALVERT
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Navigable Water: Yes
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water Body Name: CHESAPEAKE BAY & LAKE LARIAT
  • Water Body Type: Bay
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
  • Docks Count: 0
  • Mean Low Water Feet: 4.00
  • Distance To Body Of Water: 1.00
  • Distance To Body Of Water Units: Blocks
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • HOA Condo Coop Amenities: Beach, Bike Trail, Club House, Common Grounds, Community Center, Golf Course Membership Available, Horse Trails, Jog/Walk Path, Lake, Picnic Area, Tot Lots/Playground, Water/Lake Privileges
  • Senior Community: No
  • Type of Condo: Home Owner Association
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $299,667
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $2,928
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $272,800
  • Land Assessed Value: $55,200
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: R
  • Section: 5E
  • Refuse Fee: $350
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Tax Lot: 11R
  • School Tax: $0
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
  • # 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
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
Rooms
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Building Info
Green Info
  • Green Water Conservation: Low-Flow Fixtures
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,200.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Fencing: Decorative, Partially, Picket
  • Parcel ID: 14946554
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage, Detached Garage
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Kitchen - Island, Dining Area, Kitchen - Eat-In, Primary Bath(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Entry Level Bedroom, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors, Floor Plan - Open, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Accessibility Features: Level Entry - Main
  • Door Features: Storm
  • Window Features: Screens
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Private Beach
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es), Screened
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV Available
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Heat Pump(s)
  • Cooling Fuel: Bottled Gas, Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Hot Water: Bottled Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Private Septic Tank
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Southern Maryland Association of REALTORS

Property History for 540 Thunderbird Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 27, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1558969338

$405,000

+3.9% / yr

May 27, 2025

Closed

BRIGHT #MDCA2020942

$405,000
May 5, 2025

Pending

BRIGHT #MDCA2020942

May 5, 2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #MDCA2020942

May 4, 2025

Temp Off Market

BRIGHT #MDCA2020942

May 2, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDCA2020942

$399,000
Nov 9, 2012

Closed

BRIGHT #1004160810

$249,900
Nov 6, 2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #342171759

$249,900

+827.8% / yr

Sep 28, 2012

Pending

BRIGHT #1004160810

Sep 14, 2012

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1004160810

$259,000
Aug 3, 2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #336364152

$140,000

-13.0% / yr

Aug 3, 2012

Closed

BRIGHT #1004023358

$140,000
Jul 6, 2012

Pending

BRIGHT #1004023358

Jun 7, 2012

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1004023358

$151,500
Dec 1, 2008

Expired

BRIGHT #1006342504

Apr 10, 2008

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1006342504

$275,000
Nov 15, 2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #215177507

$310,000

+18.6% / yr

Nov 10, 2006

Closed

BRIGHT #MDCA105362

$310,000
Oct 17, 2006

Pending

BRIGHT #MDCA105362

Jul 31, 2006

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDCA105362

$390,000
Apr 30, 2002

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #93316830

$142,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/27/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1558969338

$405,000

+3.9% / yr

05/27/2025

Closed

BRIGHT #MDCA2020942

$405,000
05/05/2025

Pending

BRIGHT #MDCA2020942

05/05/2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #MDCA2020942

05/04/2025

Temp Off Market

BRIGHT #MDCA2020942

05/02/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDCA2020942

$399,000
11/09/2012

Closed

BRIGHT #1004160810

$249,900
11/06/2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #342171759

$249,900

+827.8% / yr

09/28/2012

Pending

BRIGHT #1004160810

09/14/2012

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1004160810

$259,000
08/03/2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #336364152

$140,000

-13.0% / yr

08/03/2012

Closed

BRIGHT #1004023358

$140,000
07/06/2012

Pending

BRIGHT #1004023358

06/07/2012

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1004023358

$151,500
12/01/2008

Expired

BRIGHT #1006342504

04/10/2008

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1006342504

$275,000
11/15/2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #215177507

$310,000

+18.6% / yr

11/10/2006

Closed

BRIGHT #MDCA105362

$310,000
10/17/2006

Pending

BRIGHT #MDCA105362

07/31/2006

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDCA105362

$390,000
04/30/2002

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #93316830

$142,900

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Public Records for 540 Thunderbird Drive

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2023$2,525 ($210 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,200 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,404 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt796 SqFtStories2StyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1992ZoningR-1CountyCALVERTAPN01-112627Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 540 Thunderbird Drive

This home is within Calvert County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 2 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Appeal Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Mill Creek Middle School
Public6 to 8

Patuxent High School
Public9 to 12

Calvert Country School
Public2 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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