Two Anne Arundel County 55+ communities, same county tax rate — but very different price points, home types, locations, and HOA structures. Here's the direct comparison.
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Talk to a Specialist →| Factor | Heritage Harbour | Two Rivers (55+ section) |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Annapolis (SE, near South River) | Odenton, Anne Arundel (near Ft. Meade) |
| Homes (55+ section) | 1,683 total | ~400 55+ homes in larger master-plan |
| Home type | SFH, duplex, condo, townhome (resale) | SFH (new construction) |
| Price range | $200K–$750K | $550K–$900K+ |
| County tax rate | ~1.09% (Anne Arundel) | ~1.09% (Anne Arundel) |
| HOA / Assessment | $2,112/yr master (+ sub-HOA if applicable) | Est. $250–$350/mo ($3,000–$4,200/yr) |
| Build status | Resale only (built 1979–2008) | Active construction (multi-builder) |
| Golf | 9-hole golf course (community-owned) | None in 55+ section |
| Water access | South River (boat slip waitlist) | None (inland location) |
| Healthcare nearby | Anne Arundel Medical Center | Ft. Meade Kimbrough (military) + AAMC |
| MARC train access | No direct access | Odenton MARC station (~2 mi) |
| Distance to DC | ~35–40 miles | ~25–30 miles |
Since both communities share Anne Arundel's ~1.09% tax rate, the cost difference comes down to purchase price and HOA structure. Here's how the math shakes out at overlapping price points.
| Scenario | Price | Tax (1.09%) | HOA/Yr | Ins+Maint | Annual Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Harbour SFH (entry) | $340,000 | $3,706 | $2,112 | $5,440 | $11,258 |
| Heritage Harbour SFH (mid) | $500,000 | $5,450 | $2,112 | $8,000 | $15,562 |
| Heritage Harbour Condo | $280,000 | $3,052 | $6,312 | $4,480 | $13,844 |
| Two Rivers 55+ (entry) | $580,000 | $6,322 | $3,600 | $9,280 | $19,202 |
| Two Rivers 55+ (mid) | $720,000 | $7,848 | $3,900 | $11,520 | $23,268 |
Heritage Harbour condo fee shown at $400/mo typical sub-HOA + $176/mo master ($6,312/yr combined). Two Rivers HOA estimated mid-range. Ins+Maint at 1.6% of purchase price.
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Heritage Harbour's condo units are often listed at attractive prices — $200K–$300K — that can look dramatically cheaper than Two Rivers' $550K+ price floor. But the total cost picture is far less favorable than the purchase price suggests.
Add the master HOA ($2,112/yr) plus a typical condo association fee ($400/mo = $4,800/yr) and you're at $6,912/year in HOA alone before property tax. A $280K Heritage Harbour condo carries approximately $14,000–$16,000/year in total annual costs — not far behind a $550K Two Rivers SFH when you account for the dramatically higher HOA load.
This doesn't make Heritage Harbour condos a bad choice — but buyers who choose them primarily on purchase price are sometimes shocked when the carrying costs are totaled. Know the full number before you decide.
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