Annapolis: A Breakdown of All Communities We Serve and Information About Each Area
Located on the Chesapeake Bay at the mouth of the Severn River, 25 miles south of Baltimore and about 30 miles east of Washington, D.C., Annapolis is the capital of Maryland and the county seat of Anne Arundel County. A dynamic city, Annapolis is steeped in rich maritime history and colonial heritage and offers a wide variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment opportunities. Residents can explore the historic district, visit the museums and art galleries, enjoy the performing arts, attend festivals, and much more. Known as “America’s Sailing Capital,” the city is beloved by boating enthusiasts and renowned for its annual boat shows. Home to the United States Naval Academy and St. John’s College, Annapolis offers easy access to Sandy Point State Park, Quiet Waters Park, Jonas Green State Park, and Truxtun Park.
Amberley
Situated in a woodland setting surrounded by Whitehall and Ridout Creeks, Amberley is a water-privileged community located near Annapolis. Amenities include a community park with wooded nature trails and picnic areas and three community piers. Residents enjoy a variety of recreational activities, including boating and fishing on the Chesapeake Bay and walking, jogging, and bike riding along the community’s scenic roads and trails. In addition, Amberley offers community raft-ups, wine tastings, and an abundance of beautiful wildlife. A vibrant community, Amberley was named one of the most desirable communities in Maryland by Baltimore Magazine.
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Admiral Heights
Admiral Heights is a water-privileged community in Annapolis that consists of about 625 homes. Amenities include a pool, a pier, a boat club, and waterfront parks. Residents enjoy easy access to downtown Annapolis and all that the capital city has to offer and can also participate in a variety of community clubs and committees.
admiralheights.org
Acton’s Landing
Acton’s Landing is a sidewalk community of condominiums located in the heart of the Annapolis Historic District that consists of 79 units. The luxurious community, which is surrounded by centuries-old homes, is only about a block from Spa Creek. Amenities include a fitness center, clubrooms, and secure underground parking. In addition, residents enjoy magnificent city and water views and easy access to a variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment opportunities in downtown Annapolis.
actonslanding.org
Anchorage
Anchorage is a water-privileged community located in Annapolis that consists of about 106 homes—16 of which are waterfront properties. Amenities include a pool and a 49-slip marina on Lake Ogleton that leads into the mouth of the Severn River, five miles south of the Bay Bridge. Residents enjoy close proximity to the Annapolis Historic District and Quiet Waters Park.
anchoragecommunity.org
Annapolis Cove
Annapolis Cove is a waterfront community located in Annapolis that consists of 208 homes—several of which are waterfront properties. Amenities include a private marina on Lake Ogleton that leads into the mouth of the Severn River, a picnic area overlooking the marina, a fishing pier, a pond with a pier and a fountain, and a basketball court. In addition, residents enjoy close proximity to the Annapolis Historic District and Quiet Waters Park.
annapoliscove.com
Annapolis Landing
Annapolis Landing is a water-privileged community located on Beard’s Creek off of the South River just outside of Annapolis that consists of 248 homes. Amenities include a private waterfront park with a multi-purpose dock, a boat ramp, a marina with slips for 62 boats, a transient pier, racks for storing dinghies, kayaks, and canoes, picnic tables, benches, and two playgrounds. In addition, residents can enjoy annual activities and events.
annapolislanding.org
Arundel on the Bay
Arundel on the Bay is a private water-privileged community located on the Middle Chesapeake Bay within sight of the Thomas Point Lighthouse, south of the Severn River and north of the South River, on a peninsula bounded by the Chesapeake Bay and Fishing Creek, near Annapolis that consists of about 300 homes. Amenities include a beach and fishing, crabbing, and boating facilities.
arundelonthebay.org
Atlantis
Atlantis is a water-privileged community located on the Broadneck Peninsula just outside of Annapolis that consists of 258 homes. Amenities include a community pier at the edge of the Magothy River, a walking trail that leads to a quiet park, and a playground.
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Bay Highlands
Bay Highlands is a private community located in Annapolis that once consisted solely of summer cottages. Surrounded by beautiful woodlands and the waters of Black Walnut Creek and Oyster Creek, the waterfront community offers a peaceful lifestyle for residents.
bayhighlands.org
Bay Ridge
Bay Ridge is a water-privileged community located on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay in Annapolis. Bordered by the Bay, the Severn River, and Lake Ogleton, the community is surrounded by natural beauty and cherishes its forests, called the Big Woods. Amenities include a marina, a clubhouse, and a pool. Residents enjoy an idyllic lifestyle in a beautiful woodland setting.
bay-ridge.org
Broadview Estates
Broadview Estates is a water-privileged community located on Broad Creek in Annapolis. Amenities include a community beach, a pier, a pool, and a picnic area. Residents enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment opportunities, including close proximity to Annapolis Towne Centre.
Cape St. John
Cape St. John is a water-privileged community located on the South River in Annapolis. The community, which originally served as a camp for the Boy Scouts of America, was purchased, subdivided, and sold to individual owners who built their homes there. Amenities include a community beach, a boat ramp, small boat storage, picnic tables, barbecue facilities, and a playground.
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Chesapeake Landing
Chesapeake Landing is a gated community of luxury townhomes located in Annapolis at the northern edge of Eastport overlooking the Severn River and the Chesapeake Bay. Residents enjoy spectacular water views and close proximity to all that downtown Annapolis has to offer. In addition, the Annapolis Maryland Capital Yacht Club is located in the community—perfect for boating enthusiasts.
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Chesapeake Harbour
Chesapeake Harbour is a residential condominium community located in Annapolis on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. The beachfront townhomes and garden-style condominiums surround a deep-water marina with direct access to the Bay at the mouth of the Severn River. Amenities include two pools, tennis courts, a private sandy beach, two piers, small boat storage, a large picnic area, and jogging and walking paths with benches. Residents enjoy a luxurious, resort-like lifestyle and easy access to downtown Annapolis, local parks, golf courses, and much more.
chesapeakeharbour.org
Deep Creek Village
Deep Creek Village is a highly sought-after community in Annapolis. Residents enjoy an upscale lifestyle and easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment opportunities, as well as close proximity to recreational activities at Bay Hills Golf Club, Broadneck Park, and Sandy Point State Park.
Eastport
Eastport is a community in Annapolis with a rather unique history. In 1998, when the residents felt that their community would be jeopardized by the temporary closing of the Eastport Bridge for repairs, they “seceded” from the city, and the Maritime Republic of Eastport was established. A “war” in the form of an annual tug-of-war that raises money for charity was declared. The event has since become a popular, time-honored tradition. A vibrant community, Eastport offers a variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment opportunities, as well as close proximity to downtown Annapolis, which is located just across the bridge.
annapolis.com/historic-eastport-annapolis-md/
Epping Forest
Epping Forest is a private waterfront community located just outside of downtown Annapolis on the Severn River. Amenities include a clubhouse, a beach area, a marina, and tennis courts. Residents enjoy a peaceful lifestyle in a beautiful setting surrounded by shade trees. A close-knit community, Epping Forest hosts several annual events, including the Bull Roast, Oyster Roast, and Labor Day festivities.
eppingforest.com
Ferry Farms
Ferry Farms is a water-privileged community in Annapolis located near the United States Naval Academy. Residents enjoy easy access to all that the capital city has to offer, including the United States Naval Academy Golf Club, which is within walking distance.
Fishing Creek Farm
Fishing Creek Farm is a waterfront community located on the Thomas Point peninsula in Annapolis that consists of 120 custom homes. Amenities include a private 36-slip marina, a boat launch ramp, a crabbing pier, a waterside pool, a clubhouse, and a tennis court, as well as protected open space, including shoreline, beaches, and woodlands. Residents enjoy a vacation-like lifestyle and easy access to all that Annapolis has to offer.
fishingcreekfarm.org
Hillsmere Shores
Hillsmere Shores is a water-privileged community located just outside of Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis. Amenities include a marina, a beach pavilion, a pool, and a garden club. The community also sponsors several events year round. hillsmereshores.net
Hunt Meadow
Hunt Meadow is a community in Annapolis that offers a variety of amenities, including a pool, tennis courts, and a walking/biking/running path to Quiet Waters Park. Residents also enjoy community-sponsored activities and events. huntmeadowannapolis.com
Kingsport
Kingsport is a neo-traditional community located in Annapolis. Amenities include a community pool with a terrace, a spa pool, a grilling area, a fishing/kayak dock, two playground areas, and walking and biking trails. Residents enjoy a coastal lifestyle and easy access to dining, shopping, and recreational opportunities. kingsportofannapolis.net
Mariner’s Point
Mariner’s Point is a community located near Back Creek in Annapolis that consists of duplex-style homes and townhomes. There are 268 homes in the Mariner’s Point Community Association—164 are in Mariner’s Point, and 104 are in Mariner’s Landing, a community of townhomes on Edgewood Road.) Amenities include a pool, a clubhouse, and a large wooded common area. In addition, residents enjoy easy access to downtown. marinerslanding.org ; marinerspoint.org
Murray Hill
Bordered by Spa Road, West Street, and Spa Creek, Murray Hill is a highly coveted community located just minutes from historic downtown Annapolis. Residents enjoy an upscale lifestyle and easy access to a wide variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment opportunities, including close proximity to Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts.
Oyster Harbor
Oyster Harbor is a private community located on the Annapolis Neck peninsula just outside of Annapolis that consists of more than 400 homes. Amenities include three marinas, a boat ramp, and a fishing pier. The community offers spectacular views of the Chesapeake Bay, and the Thomas Point Lighthouse can be seen from the Oyster Harbor shoreline. oysterharbor.org
Providence
Providence is a water-privileged community located on the St. Margaret’s Peninsula just outside of Annapolis that consists of 77 homes. Amenities include a three-pier marina, a 25-yard pool, and a clubhouse. Residents enjoy a peaceful lifestyle on the water, magnificent views, a variety of recreational activities, and fun social events, including monthly happy hours and the annual Fourth of July extravaganza. In addition, Greenbury Point Nature Center, Jonas Green State Park, and the B&A Trail are within walking distance. providenceclub.org
Riva Trace
Riva Trace is a water-privileged community in Annapolis that consists of 545 homes. Amenities include tennis courts, basketball courts, a playground, a pier, and a fitness trail. Residents can also become members of the Riva Trace Paddlers Club and participate in social events organized by the club, such as group paddles and cookouts. rivatrace.com
Rolling Knolls
Rolling Knolls is a community located in Annapolis on Generals Highway just past the Annapolis Mall. A close-knit community, residents enjoy annual events, including a community picnic, an Easter egg hunt, and a visit from Santa. rollingknolls.com
Saefern
Saefern is a waterfront community located on the Epping Forest Peninsula between Clements and Saltworks Creeks in Annapolis that consists of 132 homes, which are situated on wooded lots between one and one-and-a-half acres in size. Amenities include more than 150 boat slips at two dock locations, an outdoor pool, tennis courts, walking trails, and a horse stable. Residents enjoy an idyllic lifestyle in a tranquil setting surrounded by natural beauty. saefern.org
Sherwood Forest
Sherwood Forest is a planned community located along the Severn River just north of Annapolis. Amenities include a golf course, a clubhouse, a marina, a swimming pool, softball fields, and tennis courts. The community is also home to the Sherwood Forest Boys & Girls Camp, which was founded in the early 1920s and provides a summer program that serves approximately 350 community children ages 2 through 16. sherwoodforestclub.org and sfcamp.org
St. Margaret’s Landing
St. Margaret’s Landing is a water-privileged community located on the Broadneck Peninsula in Annapolis—just minutes from Annapolis City Dock—that consists of 135 homes. Residents enjoy easy access to the capital city and its attractions, including Sandy Point State Park. The community is also within close proximity to excellent schools. broadneck.info/hoa/st-margarets-landing
The Downs on the Severn
The Downs on the Severn is a prestigious, water-privileged community located on the Severn River on the northwest side of Annapolis. The community consists of about 250 homes situated in a quiet, densely wooded setting on large lots. Amenities include two community marinas, a clubhouse, a swimming pool, tennis courts, and a playground. Residents enjoy a luxurious lifestyle on the water, a variety of recreational activities, and easy access to Annapolis and all that the capital city has to offer.
The Meadows
The Meadows is a highly sought-after community in Annapolis that consists of four entities that operate as one: Brice Manor, Forest Meadow, Great Meadow, and The Meadows. Residents enjoy a peaceful lifestyle and easy access to shopping, dining, entertainment, and recreational activities, including boating, as well as close proximity to parks and golf courses. Residents can also participate in community-sponsored events. annapolismeadows.com
Wardour
Wardour is a water-privileged community located in Annapolis next to the U.S. Naval Academy and along the Severn River. Amenities include a swimming beach, small boat racks, and paths that lead to the water. Residents enjoy magnificent views of the Severn River and close proximity to the shops and restaurants of West Annapolis, which are located within walking distance.
West Pendennis Mount & East Pendennis Mount
West Pendennis Mount is a prestigious, water-privileged community located over the U.S. Naval Academy Bridge in Annapolis that consists of about 50 homes. Amenities include a dock with magnificent views of Annapolis and the Naval Academy, a swimming beach, a boat launch, boat slips, and small boat racks. In addition, residents enjoy close proximity to the Severn Inn, Jonas Green State Park, and the B&A Trail, which are within walking distance. East Pendennis Mount is an upscale, water-privileged community located over the U.S. Naval Academy Bridge in Annapolis that consists of about 100 homes. Residents of West Pendennis Mount and East Pendennis Mount share access to the beach and boat launch area.
West Annapolis
West Annapolis is a community bordered by Rowe Boulevard and Weems Creek. Residents enjoy a variety of community activities and events. Primarily a residential community, West Annapolis also consists of several businesses. westannapolis.org
Woods Landing
Woods Landing is a water-privileged community located in Annapolis on the Little Magothy River. Amenities include a boat lot, a tennis court, and a dog park. Residents enjoy a peaceful lifestyle in a beautiful woodland setting that features wetlands, nature paths, landscaped walkways, and an observation tower that overlooks the Little Magothy. woodslanding-annapolis.org
