Charming coastal cottage just two blocks from the water! Welcome to 4717 Frederick Avenue, a beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home nestled in the serene Idlewilde on the Bay community of Shady Side. Offering water access to the West River, this updated single-level home is perfect for year-round living, a weekend getaway, or a cozy investment opportunity. Step inside to find an efficient, light-filled layout with engineered wood flooring, a spacious living area with a wood-burning fireplace, and a flexible bonus room ideal for a home office or guest space. The kitchen provides easy flow for cooking and entertaining, while the updated bath and central air conditioning ensure modern comfort. Enjoy the outdoors with a modest backyard and off-street parking via a private driveway, this property offers ease of maintenance and everyday convenience. Located in a quiet waterfront community just minutes from marinas, parks, and dining—this is your opportunity to enjoy relaxed living near the Chesapeake Bay.
For sale
Price cut: $40K (5/28)
$275,000
4717 Frederick Ave, Shady Side, MD 20764
2beds
714sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
2,800 Square Feet Lot
$274,700 Zestimate®
$385/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood-burning fireplaceFlexible bonus roomUpdated bathModest backyardCoastal cottageCentral air conditioningUpdated single-level home
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 05, 2025 at 08:19am
Listed by:
James Weiskerger 443-901-2200,
Next Step Realty 443-901-2200,
Listing Team: W Home Group
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDAA2115556

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Office, Bathroom 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Engineered Wood, Carpet
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 714
- Total interior livable area: 714 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 714
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Waterfront features: River
- Body of water: West River
Lot
- Size: 2,800 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 020746500470400
- Zoning: R5
- Special conditions: Short Sale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Idlewilde On The Bay
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Shady Side
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $385/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $238,433
- Annual tax amount: $2,693
- Date on market: 5/17/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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