Welcome to 56 Main St, nestled on 2.5 scenic acres in Hancock, Maryland. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath Colonial offers the charm of a historic home and the potential to create something truly special. With beautiful foliage and a stream running through parts of the property, the setting is peaceful and full of character. Inside, the home features a traditional layout with a living room, a formal dining area, and a kitchen. Upstairs are three bedrooms and a full bathroom. The exterior has been recently painted and there is a fully fenced yard. A hidden springtime treasure awaits atop the hill, where hundreds of daffodils bloom each year, creating a cheerful path reminiscent of the yellow brick road. Beyond the home itself, the location is just as inviting. Enjoy close access to the C&O Canal and the Western Maryland Rail Trail, perfect for walking, biking, and outdoor adventures. The heart of Hancock is nearby, with local favorites like Buddy Lou’s (a tourist favorite and dog-friendly restaurant), Potomac Diner, parks, and a newly installed splash pad—all contributing to the charm of this small-town gem. If you’re looking for a property with incredible surroundings, and a world of potential, this is the one. Don’t miss your chance to breathe new life into this unique home, schedule your tour today!
Sold for $75,000
$75,000
56 E Main St, Hancock, MD 21750
3beds
1,584sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1907
2.53 Acres Lot
$75,100 Zestimate®
$47/sqft
$1,760 Estimated rent
Home value
$75,100
$66,000 - $86,000
$1,760/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 11, 2025 at 09:59am
Listed by:
Stephanie Barton 240-329-6223,
EXP Realty, LLC
Bought with:
Reed Jimenez, RSR005702
Verdant Realty Group LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDWA2031408
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Storage room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- None, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Electric, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,016
- Total interior livable area: 1,584 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,584
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Gravel, Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood,Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 2.53 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Stream/Creek
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 2205003830
- Zoning: U
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Asbestos
- Foundation: Block, Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1907
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Hancock
- Subdivision: None Available
- Municipality: Hancock
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2025 | Sold | $75,000-21.1%$47/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDWA2031408 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2025 | Contingent | $95,000$60/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDWA2031408 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $95,000$60/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDWA2031408 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2022 | Sold | $95,000-4.9%$60/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDWA2009150 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2022 | Pending sale | $99,900$63/sqft |
Source:  RE/MAX International #MDWA2009150 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2022 | Contingent | $99,900$63/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDWA2009150 Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2022 | Price change | $99,900-9.1%$63/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDWA2009150 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2022 | Listed for sale | $109,900-38.6%$69/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDWA2009150 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2008 | Listing removed | $178,990$113/sqft |
Source: Number1Expert #WA6498422 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2007 | Listed for sale | $178,990+377.3%$113/sqft |
Source: Number1Expert #WA6498422 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/1997 | Sold | $37,500-45.3%$24/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/1997 | Sold | $68,615$43/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,237 -30.2% | $135,167 +9.5% |
| 2024 | $1,771 +10.5% | $123,433 +10.5% |
| 2023 | $1,603 +1.4% | $111,700 |
| 2022 | $1,581 0% | $111,700 +2.8% |
| 2021 | $1,582 +1.4% | $108,700 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $1,560 | $107,200 |
| 2019 | $1,560 | $107,200 |
| 2018 | $1,560 +18.6% | $107,200 -1.2% |
| 2017 | $1,315 +1% | $108,500 |
| 2016 | $1,302 | $108,500 |
| 2015 | $1,302 | $108,500 -8.7% |
| 2014 | $1,302 | $118,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $118,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $118,800 -15.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $140,100 +0.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $139,896 +0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $139,643 +0.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $139,390 +17.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $118,320 +21.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $97,250 +27.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $76,180 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $74,690 +2% |
| 2003 | -- | $73,200 +2.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $71,710 |
| 2001 | -- | $71,710 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 21750
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Hancock Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 3/10Hancock Middle Senior High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hancock
- Middle: Hancock Middle Senior High School
- High: Hancock Middle Senior
- District: Washington County Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Maryland
- Washington County
- Hancock
- 21750
- 56 E Main St