2025 YEAR-END-REVIEW
Is waterfront in Anne Arundel County the best investment in the world?
Is waterfront property in Anne Arundel County one of the best investments in the world? My recent Waterfront Wednesday video breaking down local market data makes a compelling case. Over the past decade, the average sales price of waterfront homes has surged from $840,000 in 2015 to $1.05 million in 2020, reaching $1.7 million by 2025.
The reason behind that growth is straightforward: waterfront is a finite resource. You simply can’t create more shoreline, and as demand continues to rise, existing properties become increasingly valuable. That scarcity has helped insulate waterfront homes from market swings and driven steady appreciation over time.
Competition has followed those rising values. The average sale-to-list price ratio has climbed from 94% to 98%, meaning buyers have far less room to negotiate than in years past. In practical terms, it’s a strong seller’s market—and a reminder that when waterfront homes come available, they rarely sit for long.
David Orso is the dominant Severna Park real estate agent in both waterfront and non-waterfront home sales. In the last 10 years, David has been the agent on 55 of 331 waterfront home sales in Severna Park, which is more than quadruple any other agent. Knowing the nuances of local waterfront home sales is a critical variable to success in this specific category. David’s office is conveniently located at 8 Evergreen Road in the heart of Severna Park (the white rancher across from Severn School). Stop by or schedule a private, confidential conversation if you are thinking of buying or selling your home.
