Caroline County property record for 21117 Dover Bridge Rd, Preston, MD 21655
| Property Type | Residential Vacant Land |
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| Lot Size | 3.31 acres (144,184 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $35,000 (Jun 2020) |
| Tax Bill | $486 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Jun 2020 Sale |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 04-015673 |
| Primary APN | 04-015673 |
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| Alternative APNs |
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| Lot Area | 144,184 sqft (3.31 acres) |
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| Cooling System | HVAC |
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| Heating System | HVAC |
| Account Number | 015673 |
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| Street Address | 21117 DOVER BRIDGE RD |
| City | PRESTON |
| State | MD |
| Zip | 21655-1610 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Vacant Land > Residential |
| Local Zoning Code | VC |
| Legal Description | 3.31 AC SW/S RT 331 NW OF BETHLEHEM |
| Legal Subdivision | THE LAND OF SAMMY DALE SWANN |
| Jurisdiction | CAROLINE MD |
| Township / Civil Division | 4, PRESTON |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3005 |
| Census Tract | 955500 |
21117 Dover Bridge Rd, residential vacant land, is owned by two individuals who bought it in June 2020.
Source: Caroline County records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 20981 HOG ISLAND RD, PRESTON, MD 21655-1414 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jun 26, 2020 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Jun 26, 2020 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Dec 14, 2015 · Amount on File |
| Deed Book / Page | 1422 / 422 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Sep 26, 1977 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 0219000601 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Grant Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | CAROLINE MD |
| Recording Date | Jun 26, 2020 |
| Property Address | 21117 DOVER BRIDGE RD, PRESTON, MD 21655-1610 |
| Document Number | 0014220422 |
| Book / Page | 001422 / 000422 |
| Instrument Date | Jun 25, 2020 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Aug 3, 2020 |
| Title Company | EASTERN MT TITLE COMPANY, EASTERN SHR TITLE CO |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $35.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Confirmed |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Relationship | Tenants by the Entirety |
| Address | 20981 HOG ISLAND RD PRESTON MD 216551414, PRESTON, MD 21655-1414 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 21117 Dover Bridge Rd was $486, down 1.6% from the year before.
Source: Caroline County assessment roll, as of August 18, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Maryland |
| County | Caroline County |
| Unified School District | Caroline County Public Schools (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $486.00 (-1.62%) | $45,300 Land $45,300 | $45,300 Land $45,300 |
| 2025 | $494.00 | ||
| 2023 | $494.00 | $45,300 Land $45,300 | $45,300 Land $45,300 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 21117 Dover Bridge Rd in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, though there have been 9 flood claims nearby since 2003.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective October 15, 2021 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Flood Insurance Cost | Premium on File median of 16 policies |
| Community Rating System | Class 7 (15% premium discount) |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 16 in force |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 9 (2003–2024) |
| Most Recent Claim | Jan 2024 · rainfall accumulation |
| Claims by Event |
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Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 21117 Dover Bridge Rd is moderate, ranking above 40% of the US, with a 0.07% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Moderate above 40% of the US · above 80% of Maryland |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.07% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 43 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Xfinity Cable | 1,200 / 35 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
May also be available: Verizon.
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