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Deep Creek Lake Market Update

Here’s a brief overview of the Deep Creek Lake real estate market as of November 17, 2023.

  • Average sold price lake area residential over the past 30 days: $1,048,065
  • Number of sales pending for Garrett County: 52
  • Number of homes for sale in Garrett County: 150
  • Number of homes sold in Garrett County: in the past 30 days: 45

Deep Creek Lake Market Update

Here’s a brief overview of the Deep Creek Lake real estate market as of September 26, 2023.

  • Average sold price lake area residential over the past 30 days: $1,120,078.26
  • Number of sales pending for Garrett County: 36
  • Number of homes for sale in Garrett County: 160
  • Number of homes sold in Garrett County: in the past 30 days: 39

Deep Creek Lake Market Update

Here’s a brief overview of the Deep Creek Lake real estate market as of August 14, 2023.

  • Sold price lake area residential over the past 30 days: Average $1,050,000
  • Number of sales pending for Garrett County: 66
  • Number of homes for sale in Garrett County: 152 residential listings
  • Number of homes sold in Garrett County: 39 homes sold in July

Deep Creek Lake Real Estate Update July 2023

Property sales in Garrett County are stable, and the market is still thriving. You can see from the graphic below representing the past 2 years that we’ve tapered off slightly but remember that we were in a very robust market for a good portion of this time.

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New Garrett County Listings

My new Garrett County listings are two unique properties that each offer something special to buyers. They are ideal for those seeking a primary residence or a second home.

258 Summit Woods Drive

Located just 2.5 miles from Wisp Resort, 258 Summit Woods has lots of appeal. It sits on 5+ acres in the Summit Woods subdivision.

New Garrett County Listings

Offering a desirable open floor plan, it has great use of space. Gleaming hardwood floors carry throughout the main level living area. A propane fireplace makes the great room an inviting place to gather. Doors lead to the back deck that runs the full length of the home. The kitchen is a masterpiece with a propane range, granite counters and a center island with a vegetable sink.

There are five bedrooms and four baths. The master bedroom features a large walk in closet, double vanity and tiled shower. Additionally, there is a sauna which is accessible from the outside deck where the hot tub is located.

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How Did Accident Get Its Name?

How Did Accident Get Its Name? That is a question that you are often asked when you live in Garrett County. Visitors pass through this charming small town on the way to the lake. With two active listings in Accident, Maryland, I thought I would share the history behind the funny name.

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How Did Accident Get Its Name?

There are a few different accounts of the origin of the name. I will share the one that is most commonly agreed upon.

Back in 17774, the lands west of Fort Cumberland were opened for settlement. Lord Baltimore was the Proprietor of the Maryland Colony at that time. Many speculators hurried to travel to Western Maryland. They wanted to secure the best tracts of land. Continue reading How Did Accident Get Its Name?

Oakland Bypass Update

For local residents, the Oakland bypass is a somewhat controversial subject. It was previously proposed in the 1990s. Officials are considering the Oakland bypass again. It would re-route traffic to avoid the historic downtown area. The project was in limbo for years due to state funding issues.

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About the oakland bypass

The Maryland State Highway Administration and Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) have estimated the construction cost at $53 million. A 2.4 mile stretch of highway would re-route traffic from the downtown area to reduce congestion. Continue reading Oakland Bypass Update