1540 AVENUE D, ST LEONARD, MD 20685

Bigger than it appears and Full of UNIQUE CHARACTER AND CHARM, this MOVE-IN READY RANCH HOME is the one you have been waiting for, offering plenty of space, an UPDATED INTERIOR—and easy access to your own private community BEACH ON THE BAY, located just over a block down the street! ✨ Located in the sought-after, water-privileged community of Calvert Beach, this home also features a large 1/3+ ACRE CORNER LOT with NO HOA! Highlights include FIVE BEDROOMS ON THE MAIN LEVEL, a SPACIOUS OPEN-CONCEPT GREAT ROOM with gorgeous, newly REFINISHED SOLID HARDWOOD FLOORS, and FRESH PAINT throughout in a lovely, light neutral color! ✨ The living area centers around a whitewashed brick FIREPLACE with a rustic mantel crafted from a 150-year-old timber and a wood-stove insert for added heating efficiency. ✨ The adjacent, EXTRA-LARGE GOURMET KITCHEN boasts abundant tall cabinetry, granite counters, a HUGE CENTER ISLAND, a large WALK-IN PANTRY, and stainless steel appliances, including DOUBLE OVENS, a 5-BURNER COOKTOP with range hood, and a luxury DOUBLE-WIDE REFRIGERATOR! A large bow window in the adjoining dining area fills the space with natural light. ✨Just off the kitchen is a flexible nook/transition space that can serve as a home office, sitting room, library, or craft area ✨ The adjacent PRIMARY SUITE features a remodeled ENSUITE BATH, LARGE WALK-IN CLOSET, and a door leading to the EXPANSIVE DECK with seasonal PEEK-A-BOO VIEWS of the Bay! ✨ Another bedroom and the second full bath are also located in this wing. ✨ On the other side of the home, providing extra privacy, are three additional cozy bedrooms, each with ample closet space. ✨ All five bedrooms feature attractive, easy-care laminate flooring—there's NO WALL-TO-WALL CARPETING anywhere to worry about! ✨ Downstairs, the unfinished basement offers a laundry area, LOTS OF STORAGE, a walk-out door, windows, and plenty of potential for adding finished living space in the future. ✨ Another great bonus—SOLAR PANELS help keep your electricity costs—and your carbon footprint—low! ✨ Outside, you'll find a big, LEVEL, FENCED backyard with a storage shed. The large driveway provides plenty of off-street parking, too. ✨ Another noteworthy feature: This home has been professionally inspected and tested for lead-based paint and is CERTIFIED LEAD-FREE! ✨✨ As part of the Calvert Beach Civic Association, you can enjoy multiple beaches and a boat launch WITHOUT AN HOA, for just a small annual fee—currently only $70, with an optional parking/boat-launch key available for a one-time fee of just $17! The Flag Harbor Boatyard and Marina is also just minutes away! ✨ Come experience the relaxed Southern Maryland lifestyle, with abundant outdoor recreational opportunities, highly rated Calvert County Schools, and wonderful LIFE BY THE BAY! ✨ St. Leonard is just a short drive to Prince Frederick for shopping, dining, and medical facilities, with convenient commuting to PAX RIVER, ANDREWS AFB, and even WASHINGTON, D.C. Park & Ride commuter buses with free parking are also available locally! ✨ Mortgage savings may be available for buyers of this listing! Don't miss out on this one—schedule your tour today!