14374 Calvert St
Solomons, MD 20688
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,000 sqft (on 0.28 acres)
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,000 sqft
(on 0.28 acres)
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The Business of Recreation - Capt Olaf Olsen House
14374 Calvert Street Solomons, MD
Most of the 'boarding houses' in Solomons were actually guest houses that took in visitors in the summer for short stays...Boarding houses were a common feature of tidewater Maryland in the late 19th century and catered to both the traveling businessman and people on holiday. For local residents they often provided a means to supplement other sources of income. Boarding houses were given new impetus in the early 20th century with the growing popularity of sport fishing.
In Avondale there was the Olsen house, run by Olaf 'Olie' Olsen (1878-1947) and his wife Cora Wroten Olsen (1883-1964). Olie, son of {Johnstown's/Avondale's first resident} John Olsen, came to the United States from Norway when he was seven. The Olsen house on Calvert Street was built in 1906 and added onto in 1923, when it became a boarding house and dining room. It operated until about 1945, and during that time most of the guests stayed for the fishing. The Olsen's son, C. Rupert Olsen, ran the charter fishing boat Irene.
...In the back of the house was a small building where Olie repaired sails and made rigging.
'The Business of Recreation.' Islands in a River: Solomons and Broomes Island, Maryland, by Richard J. S. Dodds, Calvert Marine Museum, 2008, p. 94.
14374 Calvert Street Solomons, MD
Most of the 'boarding houses' in Solomons were actually guest houses that took in visitors in the summer for short stays...Boarding houses were a common feature of tidewater Maryland in the late 19th century and catered to both the traveling businessman and people on holiday. For local residents they often provided a means to supplement other sources of income. Boarding houses were given new impetus in the early 20th century with the growing popularity of sport fishing.
In Avondale there was the Olsen house, run by Olaf 'Olie' Olsen (1878-1947) and his wife Cora Wroten Olsen (1883-1964). Olie, son of {Johnstown's/Avondale's first resident} John Olsen, came to the United States from Norway when he was seven. The Olsen house on Calvert Street was built in 1906 and added onto in 1923, when it became a boarding house and dining room. It operated until about 1945, and during that time most of the guests stayed for the fishing. The Olsen's son, C. Rupert Olsen, ran the charter fishing boat Irene.
...In the back of the house was a small building where Olie repaired sails and made rigging.
'The Business of Recreation.' Islands in a River: Solomons and Broomes Island, Maryland, by Richard J. S. Dodds, Calvert Marine Museum, 2008, p. 94.
14374 Calvert St, Solomons, MD 20688 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,000 sqft single-family home built in 1906. It last sold for $770,000 on Jul 21, 2017. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,244,800, with a rent estimate of $3,392/month.
Home Highlights
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Outdoor
Porch, Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
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Home Details for 14374 Calvert St
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Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric, Propane ButaneAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 3Floors: Tile, Hardwood |
Interior Details AtticTypes of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Library, Master Bath, Mud Room, Recreation Room, WorkshopCeiling Fan |
Appliances & Utilities Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace |
Security Security System |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: OtherDeckExterior: WoodLawnPatioPorchSprinkler System |
Parking & Garage Parking Spaces: 6Parking: Off Street, On Street |
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Year Built Year Built: 1906Year Updated: 1923 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Queen Anne / Victorian |
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Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Disabled Access |
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Units in Building: 2 |
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Lot Area: 0.28 acres |
Price History for 14374 Calvert St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 07/21/2017 | $770,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 01/22/2004 | $640,000 | Sold | N/A |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $9,682 |
| Assessment | $897,333 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 14374 Calvert St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0.06 | Single-Family Home | $1,000,000 | 06/12/26 | 3 | 3 | 3,792 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $955,000 | 10/16/25 | 3 | 2 | 3,054 | |
0.03 | Single-Family Home | $749,900 | 06/08/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,080 | |
0.12 | Single-Family Home | $480,000 | 07/28/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,560 | |
0.24 | Single-Family Home | $910,000 | 06/29/26 | 3 | 3.5 | 2,480 | |
0.27 | Single-Family Home | $80,000 | 12/17/25 | 4 | 3 | 4,087 | |
0.13 | Single-Family Home | $639,000 | 04/14/26 | 2 | 2.5 | 1,175 | |
0.85 | Single-Family Home | $700,000 | 01/30/26 | 5 | 4 | 3,699 | |
0.76 | Single-Family Home | $740,000 | 10/15/25 | 3 | 4 | 2,472 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $955,000 | 10/17/25 | 2 | 3,054 |
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Assigned Schools
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- Patuxent High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 928 Students
7/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageWhile there are many good teachers at this school, there are quite a few that demean students. The Vice Principal disregards parents/students concerns to gain whatever little acceptance he can get from teachers. During our initial interaction, I felt as if I was speaking to a brick wall. It bothers me that there are frequent fights at this school, yet when I spoke to administration, I was told that fights rarely occur. I have recordings from both of my children that attend PHS. Academically, this school is great, but there needs to be significant improvement with bullying. To start things off, there needs to be someone involved who cares more about the students, rather than how many friendships will be affected.Parent Review8y ago - Dowell Elementary School
- PK-5
- Public
- 541 Students
7/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageThe amount of bullying and racism in this school is absolutely disgusting. The kids are unruly, can't keep their hands to themselves, curse and uses racial slurs as if it's nothing wrong with it. When you report it the Principal downplay it as if it's harmless. The school celebrate every holiday, culture and religion but does nothing at all for black History month teaching the kids of color nothing in reference to their own kind. I hate it there and can't wait for my kids to go to another school.Parent Review3mo ago - Mill Creek Middle School
- 6-8
- Public
- 436 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageTeachers do not put effort into their work there are bullying forms yet they do no impact to stop bullyingOther Review2y ago 
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91 % Say it's dog friendly
86 % Say car is needed
82 % Say parking is easy
76 % Say streets are well-lit
75 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
75 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
75 % Say people would walk alone at night
74 % Say there's wildlife
71 % Say there's holiday spirit
68 % Say it's quiet
63 % Say there are sidewalks
48 % Say neighbors are friendly
41 % Say yards are well-kept
40 % Say kids play outside
35 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
28 % Say there are community events
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