West River, MD Real Estate

Median Income $61,070

Median Age 39.34

Population 6,079

	Median Temperature
	January	HI 42°	LO 22°	July	HI 87°	LO 64°

	School Test Scores
	Elementary: Davidsonville Deale Lothian Shady Side Tracey's		Middle: Southern		High: Southern Senior
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Located along the Chesapeake Bay shoreline in scenic Anne Arundel County, West River offers residents a vacation lifestyle in a year round setting. With easy access to the major metropolitan areas of Baltimore, Washington DC, and Annapolis, West River has the feel of a remote resort, but is conducive to commuters from large urban areas looking to relax in a maritime retreat.

Residences in West River are primarily single family homes and come in a variety of styles and price points. Smaller craftsman style cottages along with spacious farmhouses with large covered front porches can be found inland, while incredible estate homes can be found along West River's waterfront. Overlooking the Chesapeake Bay, these stunning custom homes take full advantage of the unparalleled water views with large windows, expansive decks, and acres of land.

As with many other waterfront communities in Anne Arundel County, boating is a way of life in West River. Many homes come with private docks, while other boaters easily rent spaces at community docks. A number of boating and yacht clubs allow water sport enthusiasts to congregate in West River and the neighboring towns of Mayo, Shady Side, and Annapolis.

When residents of West River feel the need to explore life outside of town, the cities of Annapolis, Washington DC, and Baltimore are all just a short drive away. Baltimore's beautiful Inner Harbor has drawn in tourists for decades that come to see the unparalleled water views while visiting the Maryland Science Center and the National Aquarium in Baltimore. Washington, DC, the nation's capitol, is also just a short drive away and boasts the world-class Smithsonian Museums, gourmet restaurants, and designer shopping, while Maryland's state capitol of Annapolis allows visitors to travel back in time for a glimpse of Maryland history.

Home prices in West River reflect the continual interest among Marylanders in owning a waterfront property. Given it's central location and unbeatable views, West River is a wonderful place to enjoy the Chesapeake Bay maritime lifestyle.

In April 2008, the average home sales price for a single family home or condo in West River, MD was $512,000. While this data is collected from the MLS and deemed reliable, it is not guaranteed.

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