Calvert County · Southern Maryland
Lusby, MD
Chesapeake Bay and Patuxent River waterfront at Calvert County value
- Median Price
- $395K
- Typical Range
- $275K – $900K
- Days on Market
- ~24
- To Solomons
- 10 min
Living in Lusby, MD
Lusby occupies the southern tip of Calvert County, bounded by the Chesapeake Bay on one side and the Patuxent River on the other. It is home to Chesapeake Ranch Estates, Drum Point, and a collection of waterfront communities, and it sits just minutes from Solomons Island.
By the Numbers
Real Estate Market Snapshot
Approximate figures for Lusby, MD, based on recent sales activity. Numbers move; call for a current read on your street.
Median Home Price
Approximately $395,000
Typical Price Range
$275,000 to $900,000
Common Home Styles
Ramblers, split-levels, water-access and waterfront homes
Average Days on Market
About 24 days
Annual Appreciation
Roughly 4 to 6 percent
Inventory
Steady; waterfront remains scarce
The median home price in Lusby, MD is approximately $395,000, making it one of the most attainable ways to live near the water in Southern Maryland. Prices range from the high $200,000s for smaller homes in Chesapeake Ranch Estates to $900,000 and above for true Bay or river waterfront in Drum Point and along the creeks.
Homes sell in about 24 days on average. Appreciation has run roughly 4 to 6 percent per year, with waterfront and water-view homes performing at the upper end. Inventory is steadier than in central St. Mary's County thanks to the size of the Ranch Estates, but genuine waterfront remains scarce and competitive.
Day to Day
Community & Lifestyle
What it actually feels like to live in Lusby, MD, from errands and dinner to weekends on the water.
Shopping
Grocery and everyday retail along Route 4 in Lusby and Solomons, with broader options in Prince Frederick about 20 minutes north.
Dining
Solomons Island's waterfront restaurants and tiki bars are minutes away, alongside casual local spots along the Route 4 corridor.
Parks & Recreation
Calvert Cliffs State Park, Flag Ponds Nature Park, Cove Point, community beaches in Chesapeake Ranch Estates, and the Solomons boardwalk.
Schools
Served by Calvert County Public Schools, zoned to Patuxent High School and its feeder elementary and middle schools.
Commuting
About 15 minutes to Patuxent River NAS across the Thomas Johnson Bridge, and roughly 50 to 60 minutes to Andrews and the Beltway.
Water Access
Community beaches, boat ramps, marinas, and a wide range of waterfront on the Bay, the Patuxent, and protected creeks.
Life in Lusby revolves around the water. Community beaches, boat ramps, and marinas are part of daily routines, and Solomons Island provides waterfront dining, the Calvert Marine Museum, and summer concerts within a ten-minute drive. Calvert Cliffs State Park and Flag Ponds offer fossil hunting and quiet Bay beaches.
Shopping and services line Route 4, with Prince Frederick's larger retail about 20 minutes north. Schools are part of Calvert County Public Schools and feed to Patuxent High School. The Thomas Johnson Bridge puts Patuxent River NAS about 15 minutes away, which makes Lusby a popular choice for base employees who prefer Calvert County.
For Buyers
Why Buyers Choose Lusby
Buyers choose Lusby for water access at a price point that is difficult to match elsewhere in the region. It appeals to base employees who want a short bridge commute, to boaters and anglers, and to buyers who want a community beach without paying for private frontage. Calvert County's schools and services add to the appeal for families.
Some of the most attainable water-access living in Southern Maryland
Community beaches, boat ramps, and marinas within minutes of most homes
About 15 minutes to Patuxent River NAS via the Thomas Johnson Bridge
Solomons Island dining, museums, and events close at hand
For Sellers
Why Sellers Benefit
Sellers in Lusby benefit from two distinct buyer pools, base-connected commuters and lifestyle buyers drawn by the Bay. That combination keeps demand consistent across seasons. Waterfront and water-view homes are especially sought after and often sell quickly with limited competition, while updated homes in Chesapeake Ranch Estates attract first-time and relocating buyers looking for value.
Two steady buyer pools: base commuters and Chesapeake lifestyle buyers
Waterfront and water-view homes remain scarce and highly requested
Days on market around 24 for well-prepared homes
Calvert County schools and amenities widen the pool of interested families
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Jimmy Hayden, Realtor, serving Lusby, MD and all of Southern Maryland.