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12124 Palisades Drive

DUNKIRK, MD 20754

5 beds
3 baths
5,250 sqft
~6 acre lot
$252 per sqft
1988 build

Sunrises are amazing and sunsets are inspirational in this 5BR/3BA, architect-designed, 2-level colonial that sits nestled in privacy along Lyons Creek and the Patuxent River amid 5.8 acres of woodlands and waterfront, and includes a private pier/dock with a boat lift. The eat-in-kitchen, living room, and 3 of the 5 bedrooms (including the large downstairs owners’ suite & 2 west-facing bedrooms upstairs), as well as both the upper & lower verandahs, have open views of Lyons Creek and the Patuxent River. The adjacent wildlife preserves are home to a diverse array of wildlife including bald eagles, pilated woodpeckers, bluebirds, hummingbirds, red-winged blackbirds, hawks, wood ducks and other waterfowl, owls, hawks, foxes, beavers, deer, squirrel, and numerous fish. The 2 upstairs bedrooms each come with walk-in closests, and they each have private entries to the upper-level covered verandah, while sharing a jack-and-jill bathroom in between. The 3rd upstairs bedroom is east-facing and spacious with an extra large walk-in closet, and an even larger adjacent unfinished attic space that can be made into another bathroom, bedroom, or both. The downstairs guest bedroom is east-facing and adjacent to a large, well-lit rec room with a wood-burning stove and private entry. It also has direct access to a full-size bathroom with a jacuzzi tub. This guest bedroom can alternatively be used as a downstairs private office.The modern kitchen is well-equipped with spacious granite countertops, a 6-burner Viking gas stovetop, Wolf multi-function full-size oven, built-in CAFÉ Advantium microwave & convection oven, Kenmore dishwasher, abundant oak cabinetry and floors throughout, built-in kitchen desk, and a large refrigerator that blends seamlessly with the wooden cabinetry. The house is designed with entertaining in mind, and the open-plan, eat-in-kitchen, and adjacent living area share a large, 2-sided fireplace (originally woodburning, converted to gas). The downstairs owners’ suite includes a large west-facing bedroom, 2 walk-in closets, and an adjacent bathroom suite with heated stone tile floors throughout, a soaking tub with waterfront views, a stone tile shower, his-n-her sinks, and a privacy closet with a toilet and a separate sink. An additional ‘hobby room’ provides a 2nd refrigerator and additional cabinets and countertop spaces, as well as a built-in ironing board, for crafting and storage. This room adjoins the spacious laundry room next door which has additional storage cabinets. Beyond the laundry room, there is an additional climate-controlled storage room for cleaning and maintenance supplies. For vehicles and additional storage, there is a detached 3-car garage with an open upstairs loft space. The garage includes an attached fully-enclosed garden shed on one side, and an attached carport on the other. The Patuxent Palisades neighborhood is a highly desirable community that includes a diverse mix of families, including some residents who grew up here as children and returned to raise families of their own. In addition to great public schools, neighborhood amenties include a shared park with a pond, paved walking trail, play equipment, and tables and chairs for picnicking; a boat dock on the Patuxent River; and seasonal community activities designed to bring people together. This is a dream home for nature lovers with bird-watching, boating, kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, water-skiing, hiking, camping, and fishing available right in your backyard. 5.8 acres offers plenty of room for planting and homesteading, but when you are ready for a change of scenery, the Chesapeak Bay is less than 15 miles to the east, and Washington DC is only 30 miles to the northwest. For the everyday stuff, Dunkirk Town Center, with 3 grocery stores and all the other typical necessities, is only 5 miles to the south. The elementary, middle, and high schools are 10-15 minutes (and only 2 stoplights) away.

Listing courtesy of BRIGHT / Tyler Duncan Realty Partners, Inc.

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jun 16, 2025 •

MLS# MDCA2021292 —

The Building

Year Built:

1988
Year Built Source:

Estimated
Roof:

Architectural Shingle
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Combination
Structure Type:

Detached
Architectural Style:

Contemporary
Levels:

2
Accessibility Features:

Other, Level Entry - Main
Foundation Details:

Slab
Basement:

No
Building Winterized:

No
Total SqFt Source:

Estimated
Total Below Grade SqFt Source:

Estimated
Above Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Above Grade Finished SqFt:

5250
Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Estimated
Below Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Estimated
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:

Estimated

Interior

Interior Features:

Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Other, Wainscotting, Upgraded Countertops
Flooring Type:

Wood, Tile/Brick, Solid Hardwood, Carpet
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplaces:

1
Fireplace Features:

Fireplace - Glass Doors, Double Sided
Living Area SqFt Source:

Estimated

Room Dimensions

Total SqFt:

5250
Living Area SqFt:

5,250 Sqft

Financial & Terms

Sale Type:

Standard
Acceptable Financing:

Conventional, FHA, Cash, VA, Bank Portfolio
Possession:

Negotiable, Settlement
Lease Considered:

No

Location

Directions:

GPS works - on left side.
Latitude:

38.75441000
Longitude:

-76.68388000
Location Type:

Creek/Stream

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Condition:

Excellent
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

5.80
Lot Size Source:

Estimated
Lot SqFt:

252,648 Sqft
Exclusions:

Freezer
Zoning:

R
Road Surface Type:

Paved
View:

Panoramic, River, Scenic Vista, Trees/Woods, Water
In City Limits:

No
Outdoor Living Structures:

Patio(s), Porch(es), Balcony, Roof, Screened
Other Structures:

Above Grade, Below Grade
Waterview:

Yes
Waterfront:

Yes
Waterfront Features:

Private Dock Site, Boat/Launch Ramp - Private
Water Oriented:

Yes
Water Access:

Yes
Water Access Features:

Private Access, Boat - Powered, Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Waterski/Wakeboard
Water Body Name:

Lyons Creek and Patuxent River
Water Body Type:

Creek/Stream
Mean Low Water Feet:

3
Navigable Water:

Yes
Water Frontage In Feet:

300
Tidal Water:

Yes
Land Use Code:

R
Ground Rent Exists:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax ID Number:

0503121879
Tax Year:

2023
Tax Lot:

23
Tax Annual Amount:

$7,548
Tax Assessed Value:

$838,567
Year Assessed:

2023
County Tax:

7138.00
Total Taxes Payment Frequency:

Annually

Beds

Bedrooms:

5
Bedrooms Main Level:

2
Upper Level Bedrooms:

3
Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

3
Full Baths:

3
Main Level Baths:

2.00
Main Level Full Baths:

2
Upper Level Full Baths:

1
Upper Level Total Baths:

1
Upper Level Total Baths:

1.00
Upper Level Full Baths:

1

The Listing

Virtual Tour

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type:

Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump(s)
Central Air:

Yes
Cooling Fuel:

Electric
Heating:

Yes
Heating Type:

Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel:

Electric, Propane - Owned

Utilities

Utilities:

Under Ground
Sewer/Septic:

On Site Septic
Hot Water:

Electric
Water Source:

Well
Internet Services:

Cable

Appliances

Appliances:

Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Gas, Water Heater, Washer
Laundry Type:

Main Floor

Schools

Elementary School:

Mount Harmony
Middle School:

Northern
High School:

NORTHERN
School District Name:

Calvert County Public Schools
School District Source:

Listing Agent

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Patuxent Palisades
Senior Community:

No
Exterior Features:

Play Equipment, Other
Pool:

No Pool
Docks:

1
Dock Type And Features:

Material - Treated Lumber
Boats Power Count:

2
Community Docks Count:

1
HOA:

Yes
Condo/Coop Association:

No
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities:

Boat Ramp, Jog/Walk Path, Pier/Dock, Other
HOA Fee:

$600
HOA Fee Frequency:

Annually
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee:

Common Area Maintenance
HOA Name:

Patuxent Palisades Hoa

Parking

Total Garage and Parking Spaces:

10
Garage:

Yes
Garage Features:

Garage - Front Entry, Oversized, Additional Storage Area, Other
Garage Spaces:

3.00
Garage SqFt:

860
Type of Parking:

Detached Garage, Driveway, Detached Carport
Parking Features:

Circular Driveway, Asphalt Driveway, Paved Driveway, Paved Parking
# of Detached Garage Spaces:

3
# of Detached Carport Spaces:

1
Driveway - # of Spaces:

6

Extra Units

Vacation Rental:

No

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,325,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$7,094
Taxes	$629
Insurance	$364
Utilities	$278 See report
Total	$8,365/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
5/31/25 May 31, 2025	Listed / Active	BRIGHT	$1,325,000

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