Private Island Recreational
For Sale
$159,900
ISLAND DAM, Clear Spring, MD 21722
Land, CLEAR SPRING, MD
Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size108.00 Acres
Days on Market49
Property Features for ISLAND DAM
General Information
Property type
Land
Property subtype
Other
Subdivision
NEAR POTOMAC RIVER
Elementary school district
WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Middle school district
WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
High school district
WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Standard status
Active
Lot size
108.00 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Annual Amount
416
Utilities
Water front features
Waterfront, Navigable Water
Water front
1
Listing Agency:
Mackintosh, Inc.
(301) 662-0155
Listed By:
Stephen C Mackintosh · License #82894
(301) 748-3696
Added: Jul 13
Changed: Aug 19
Last Checked: Aug 30 at 4:06PM
MLS# MDWA2038618
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This offering is for land located on a private island in the Potomac River along the C&O Canal, held as a tenant-in-common interest. The property includes a chain of three islands totaling 108 +/- acres (per the tax card), with mature willow and sycamore trees and sandy beach areas.
The islands and surrounding river banks serve as nesting grounds for mallard ducks, Canadian geese, and blue heron. The seller states that CSX Railroad owns the other 50% tenant-in-common interest, and that the purchaser must hold the seller harmless from the process of obtaining the other 50% interest from CSX Railroad.
The seller describes the property as suitable for recreation, camping, hunting, fishing, and boating. The parcel is being marketed as waterfront land in Washington County, Maryland, near Clear Spring.
The islands and surrounding river banks serve as nesting grounds for mallard ducks, Canadian geese, and blue heron. The seller states that CSX Railroad owns the other 50% tenant-in-common interest, and that the purchaser must hold the seller harmless from the process of obtaining the other 50% interest from CSX Railroad.
The seller describes the property as suitable for recreation, camping, hunting, fishing, and boating. The parcel is being marketed as waterfront land in Washington County, Maryland, near Clear Spring.
Key Highlights
- 50% tenant‑in‑common interest in a private island on the Potomac River along the C&O Canal
- Island chain includes 108 +/- acres (see tax card) with mature willow and sycamore trees
- Waterfront features include navigable water frontage along the Potomac River
Property Analytics
Current Use
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
22
Businesses Nearby
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Demographics for 21722, MD
5,674
Population
2,347
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
44
Median Age
23%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
56.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
100
Density / Sq Mi
$86,341
Median Household Income
$54,863
Median Earnings
$877
Median Rent
$298,400
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Waterfront Land - Waterfront island land on the Potomac River, with mature trees and sandy beaches suitable for recreation.
Where is this waterfront land located?
The property is located at ISLAND DAM Clear Spring, MD.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $159,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 50% tenant‑in‑common interest in a private island on the Potomac River along the C&O Canal; Island chain includes 108 +/- acres (see tax card) with mature willow and sycamore trees; Waterfront features include navigable water frontage along the Potomac River
