NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,129,000 - $1,228,098

5 Beds
4 Baths
4,490 Sq Ft
$264/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 28, 2023

Last sale price $1,220,000 $272 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,252/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Greenhouse
  • Fishing Allowed
  • Scenic Views
  • New Market Elementary School Rated A-
  • Waterfall on Lot
  • Commercial Range

About This Home

As of June 2023

LUXURY PORTFOLIO PROPERTY - Avignon was once the home of Barbara Mertz, a very successful American author of fiction and scholarly archaeological books who published in both her name and under the pen names Elizabeth Peters and Barbara Michaels. Today, it is one of the most distinctive Historic Estates in Frederick, Maryland. This 3 story Georgian home, Circa 1820, is handsomely constructed with locally sourced stone and slate with most of its Adamesque interior detailing intact. It is bounded by fields and a picturesque creek and includes a small orchard, a half-acre vineyard of Bordeaux Varietal grapes and about 3 acres of farmable USDA certified organic land. Adjacent to the house are about 2 fenced acres of mature perennial gardens including major plantings of roses, peonies, azaleas, lilacs, lilies and irises; 2 ponds connected by a waterfall; a woodland garden; a gazebo and a reflecting pool imitating Hadrian's Villa centered on a full-scale replica of the Discobolus of Myron in carrara marble. You'll be impressed by the gardens' varieties of richness, with nice pockets of intimacy woven throughout the landscapes. This home is perfect for someone looking for a beautiful, quiet country estate. (Dare I say that there is likely subdivision potential too). Perfect Property, Perfect Location & Perfectly Priced at $1,300,000.

Last Listed By

Elaine Koehl

Samson Properties License #34874 Listed on: 05/10/2023

Samson Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,814

Year Built

  • Built in 1820

Lot Details

  • 10.24 Acre Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Stone Retaining Walls
  • Decorative Fence
  • Wire Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Extensive Hardscape
  • No Through Street
  • Private Lot
  • Premium Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Subdivision Possible
  • Historic Home
  • Property is in very good condition
  • Zoning described as Subdivision Potential

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • 12 Driveway Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Circular Driveway

Property Views

  • Scenic Vista
  • Woods
  • Pasture
  • Creek or Stream
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Georgian Architecture
  • Bump-Outs
  • Stone Foundation
  • Poured Concrete
  • Plaster Walls
  • Metal Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Chimney Cap

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Curved or Spiral Staircase
  • Built-In Features
  • Chair Railings
  • Crown Molding
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 4 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Free Standing Fireplace
  • Flue
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Wood Frame Window
  • Window Screens
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Library
  • Loft
  • Hobby Room
  • Solarium
  • Utility Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Built-In Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Commercial Range
  • Six Burner Stove
  • Built-In Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Wine Rack
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Stone
  • Slate Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Connecting Stairway
  • Interior and Side Basement Entry
  • Drainage System
  • Sump Pump
  • Drain
  • Shelving

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Windows
  • Storm Doors
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Flood Lights

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Waterfall on Lot
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Greenhouse
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Storage Shed
  • Outbuilding
  • Playground
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Air Source Heat Pump
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Back Up Electric Heat Pump System
  • 120/240V
  • Power Generator
  • 60 Gallon+ Electric Water Heater
  • Well
  • Water Conditioner is Owned
  • Septic Tank
  • Satellite Dish

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1113297991

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Georgian Center Hall Ca.1820

Recreation

  • Fishing Allowed

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,814

Year Built

Built in 1820

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Georgian
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Expected On Market: 2023-05-10
  • Year Built: 1820
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Commercial Range, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Gas, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Slate, Stone
  • Interior Amenities: Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Curved Staircase, Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Soaking Tub, Spiral Staircase, Stove - Wood, Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments, Wine Storage, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Double Hung, Screens, Storm, Wood Frame
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Flue For Stove, Free Standing, Mantel(s), Stone
  • Fireplaces Count: 4
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Six Panel, Storm
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 2 Story Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceilings, Plaster Walls, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room Count: 10
  • Room List: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Library, Foyer, Laundry, Loft, Solarium, Utility Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Attic, Hobby Room, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Drain, Drainage System, Full, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Poured Concrete, Shelving, Side Entrance, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Walkout Level
  • Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 6072
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 4490
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 289.53
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4490
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1582
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1582
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 11346

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level 2 Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Garage(s), Greenhouse, Storage Barn/Shed
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Exterior Features: Chimney Cap(s), Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights, Gutter System, Lawn Sprinkler, Outbuilding(s), Play Area, Satellite Dish, Stone Retaining Walls, Underground Lawn Sprinkler, Water Falls, Bump-Outs, Secure Storage
  • Roof: Metal
  • Spa: No
  • View: Creek/Stream, Garden/Lawn, Pasture, Scenic Vista, Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 13
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 12

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned, Heat Pump(s)
  • Electric Service: Generator, Circuit Breakers, 120/240V
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Oil
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump - Electric Backup, Radiator, Zoned
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric, 60+ Gallon Tank
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Detection System, Security System, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Septic Exists
  • Water Source: Private, Well
  • Municipal Trash: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 121139693024
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Chain Link, Decorative, Wire, Wood
  • Land Use Code: A
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Fishing Available, Flood Plain, Landscaping, No Thru Street, Not In Development, Partly Wooded, Premium, Private, Subdivision Possible
  • Lot Size Acres: 10.24
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 446054.40
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: A
  • Zoning Description: Subdivision Potential
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6814.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1113297991
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 3164
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 06/28/2023

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 10, 2023
Closed on
Jun 21, 2023
Sold by
Heidel James B and Johnson William R
Bought by
San Antonio Farm Llc
Seller's Agent
Elaine Koehl
Samson Properties
Buyer's Agent
Alexander Esfahani
Coldwell Banker Realty - Washington
List Price
$1,300,000
Sold Price
$1,220,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$80,000
-6.15%
Total Days on Market
7
Views
232
Current Estimated Value
$1,184,033

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$35,967
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.12%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 15, 2016
Sold by
Mertz Elizabeth E and Barbara G Mertz Revocable Trus
Bought by
Heidel James B and Johnson William R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 4, 2011
Sold by
Mertz Barbara G
Bought by
Mertz Elizabeth E and Barbara G Mertz Rev Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 15, 2010
Sold by
Mertz Barbara G
Bought by
Mertz Barbara G

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Heidel James B $700,000 Attorney
Mertz Elizabeth E -- --
Mertz Barbara G -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Heidel James B $250,000
Open Heidel James B $380,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/28/2023 06/28/23 Sold $1,220,000 -6.2% $272 / Sq Ft
05/10/2023 05/10/23 For Sale $1,300,000 -- $290 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $7,729 $626,033 $0 $0
2023 $7,262 $616,033 $0 $0
2022 $6,878 $581,400 $114,400 $467,000
2021 $6,689 $573,267 $0 $0
2020 $6,689 $565,133 $0 $0
2019 $6,596 $557,000 $104,400 $452,600
2018 $6,411 $536,233 $0 $0
2017 $6,113 $557,000 $0 $0
2016 $5,346 $494,700 $0 $0
2015 $5,346 $479,867 $0 $0
2014 $5,346 $465,033 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDFR2033896

Bright MLS

APN: 13-297991