Cape St. Claire, MD Homes for Rent

Cape St. Claire is a beachy community on the Magothy River, originally intended as a beach resort in the early 1900s. Today, it is home to around 8,700 residents who enjoy coastal living with activities like kayaking and boating. The neighborhood hosts lively events such as the Fourth of July celebration and the Strawberry Festival on its private beach. Cape St. Claire is self-sufficient with its own shopping center, fire department, and youth sports facilities. The area features shady streets with a variety of house styles, including split-level and bi-level homes in Atlantis, townhouses and New Traditional homes in Deep Creek Village, and similar styles in Magothy Meadows, a 55+ community. Some homes back up to the water with private docks and boat slips. Heavy rainfall and tropical storms may cause the Magothy River to overflow, and some houses are in FEMA-designated flood zones requiring flood insurance. The community's marinas, playgrounds, and swim club offer plenty of things to do, including boating, swimming, and Little League games. The Cape St. Claire Shopping Center provides grocery stores, restaurants, and local dining options like Blue Rooster Café and Broadneck Grill & Cantina. Schools in the area include highly rated Cape St. Claire Elementary, Magothy River Middle, and Broadneck High School. Nearby recreation spaces include Bay Hill Golf Club, Broadneck Park, and Sandy Point State Park. Route 50 provides access to downtown Annapolis, Washington, D.C., and Baltimore.