About 6520 & 6516-4 Dam Number 4 Rd
POTOMAC RIVERFRONT RETREAT! A truly special property offering two separate residences, exceptional garage space and a remarkable setting high on a hill with a view of the C&O National Historical Park, the Potomac River and Dam Number 4. The main home is a charming three bedroom, one bath cottage with a warm, relaxed character and a fabulous front porch where the sound of the river flowing over Dam 4 will relax you. It is currently a short term rental with hundreds of 5 star reviews. You can check out the reviews or listing on ABB or VRBO. Lock Keepers Cottage! The 2nd residence adds tremendous flexibility, the one bedroom, one bath, open floor plan apartment provides a comfortable and private separate living space - ideal for guests, extended family, a home office or retreat, or potential rental use. The spacious heated/cooled garage offers exceptional room for four vehicles, boats, kayaks, a workshop and storage. Perfectly suited to the recreational lifestyle this location offers. With two separate residences in one extraordinary setting, this property represents opportunities that are increasingly difficult to find. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, weekend retreat, multi-generational property, or a property with income producing potential, 6520/6516 Dam #4 Rd offers remarkable versatility. No flood insurance required.
Features of 6520 & 6516-4 Dam Number 4 Rd
| MLS® # | MDWA2039576 |
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| Price | $532,900 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 2,800 |
| Acres | 0.27 |
| Year Built | 1900 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Detached |
| Style | Traditional, Other, Cottage |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 6520 & 6516-4 Dam Number 4 Rd |
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| Subdivision | COUNTRY |
| City | SHARPSBURG |
| County | WASHINGTON-MD |
| State | MD |
| Zip Code | 21782 |
Amenities
| Amenities | Built-Ins, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Water Treat System |
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| View | Canal, River |
| Is Waterfront | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Floor Plan - Traditional |
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| Appliances | Dishwasher, Dryer - Electric, ENERGY STAR Clothes Washer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Central A/C, Window Unit(s) |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Connecting Stairway, Daylight, Partial, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Unfinished, Walkout Level |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplaces | Stone |
| Stories | 3 |
Exterior
| Exterior | Cedar, Shake Siding, Stone, Vinyl Siding |
|---|---|
| Exterior Features | Outbuilding(s),Patio(s),Porch(es) |
| Lot Description | Backs to Trees, Rear Yard, SideYard(s) |
| Windows | Double Pane, Wood Frame |
| Construction | Cedar, Shake Siding, Stone, Vinyl Siding |
| Foundation | Other |
School Information
| District | WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS |
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Additional Information
| Date Listed | August 21st, 2026 |
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| Days on Market | 22 |
| Zoning | P |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | Save 6, Incorporated |
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