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Newburg is a rural community in southern Charles County at the Maryland end of the Nice/Middleton Bridge over the Potomac River. It sits at the top of Cobb Neck, the peninsula between the Potomac and Wicomico rivers, where farm fields and woods lead down to marinas, waterfront homes, and the island community of Cobb Island.
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About Newburg, MD
Newburg, MD is a small, unincorporated Charles County town in southern Maryland, best known for its rural properties just a short drive from La Plata. Most addresses use ZIP code 20664, and the mailing area covers much of the countryside along Route 301 and Rock Point Road (Route 257).
The community grew up around farming and the river. Rock Point Road was built in the 1910s to link the Cobb Neck seafood landings with the rest of the county, and Christ Church, William and Mary Parish in nearby Wayside dates its parish to 1692. Today Newburg has a fire department, a few local stores, and two public schools that serve all of Cobb Neck.
Buyers here can find waterfront views alongside affordable homes. Plenty of residents commute north on Route 301 toward La Plata, Waldorf, and Washington, D.C., or head south across the bridge to Dahlgren and King George County, Virginia.
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Newburg Real Estate
Newburg offers a quiet, rural setting with a strong pull toward the water. Here is a general picture of what buyers usually find.
Country homes on Route 301 and Rock Point Road include ranchers, cape cods, and colonials on large lots, often with room for a garden or workshop.
Waterfront and water view homes sit along the Potomac, the Wicomico, and their creeks, with some offering private piers. Cobb Island and Swan Point add island and golf course living.
Farms and acreage are common, and most homes use a private well and septic system, so plan for inspections of both.
Waterfront buyers should check flood zones, flood insurance, shoreline condition, and any pier permits before writing an offer.
Newburg is unincorporated, so homes pay Charles County and state property taxes only.
Prices change with the season and supply, and they vary from one area to the next. Instead of relying on old averages, ask us for recent sales close to the homes you like.
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Newburg Residential Sections
Newburg Crossroads
The area around Route 301 and Rock Point Road, with the schools, fire department, and local stores.
Cobb Island
A small island community where the Potomac and Wicomico rivers meet, linked by a short bridge over Neale Sound.
Swan Point
A community built around an 18 hole golf course near the Potomac, off Rock Point Road.
Wayside and Morgantown
Country roads near Piccowaxen Creek and the Potomac shoreline toward Morgantown.
Mount Victoria and Tompkinsville
Quiet farmland and wooded lots along the middle of Cobb Neck.
Residential section names, property types, and association requirements may vary by listing and legal subdivision. Buyers should confirm each property's subdivision, ownership structure, association documents, fees, and applicable restrictions before purchasing.
Schools & Education in Newburg
Public Schools
Charles County Public Schools is the public school system for this small Charles County town and its rural properties, and nearby La Plata adds more school choices, including La Plata High School.
Schools serving the Newburg area include:
Piccowaxen Middle feeds into McDonough and La Plata high schools. These schools are examples, not guaranteed assignments for every Newburg address. Buyers should confirm the assigned schools for a specific property with the Charles County Public Schools Find My School locator before buying.
Private and Alternative
Private and faith based schools are available in La Plata and the surrounding area, including Archbishop Neale School. Contact each school directly for admissions, tuition, and transportation details.
Colleges
College of Southern Maryland
The main campus of the College of Southern Maryland is in La Plata, about 20 minutes north, offering associate degrees, certificates, and workforce training.
Universities Within Driving Range
Four year options within a commute include the University of Maryland system, campuses in the Washington region, and the University of Mary Washington across the river in Fredericksburg, Virginia.
Things to Do and Local Lifestyle
Shopping and Restaurants
Newburg has a few local stores, and Cobb Island offers seafood restaurants with marinas, a small market, and seasonal cafes. Grocery stores and more dining are in La Plata, about 20 minutes north. For a seafood meal, Captain Charles Seafood House is one of the largest seafood restaurants in Maryland, with an oyster bar, live music, and a sports bar, serving fresh crab, lobster, and oysters from local fishermen.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
The Potomac River is known for year round bass and striped bass fishing, and Aqualand Marina next to the bridge has a boat ramp, slips, and a campground. Swan Point Country and Yacht Club has an 18 hole golf course, and Cobb Island has Fisherman's Field and a small playground. Right outside the seafood house, the full-service Captain Charles Marina lets you rent a boat or a slip for the day, or head out for an easy cruise after dinner.
Entertainment and Community Activities
Cobb Island Day each June brings the community together on the island. Crab feasts, boating, and summer sunsets on the water fill the warmer months, and the Charles County Fair near La Plata is held each September. The nearby town of La Plata, the Charles County seat, is also worth a visit for its downtown shops, local museums, restaurants, and one of the smallest historic schoolhouses in the country.
Getting Around Newburg
Major Roads
US 301 runs through Newburg, crossing the Potomac on the Nice/Middleton Bridge into Virginia to the south and heading to La Plata and Waldorf to the north. Rock Point Road (Route 257) runs down Cobb Neck to Cobb Island Road (Route 254).
Nearby Communities
Newburg sits close to several southern Charles County communities:
- Cobb Island: A waterfront island community at the tip of Cobb Neck.
- Swan Point: A golf and yacht club community near the Potomac.
- Wayside: A small village with a historic parish church on Rock Point Road.
- Morgantown: A Potomac River community just west of Route 301.
- Issue: A hamlet on Rock Point Road near Swan Point.
- La Plata: The county seat, about 20 minutes north, and a handy hub for shops, restaurants, and services from this small town of rural properties.
Commuting and Employment
La Plata, Waldorf, Naval Support Facility Dahlgren in Virginia, and Washington, D.C. are common commutes, and nearby La Plata is the closest of them. Route 301 traffic can be heavy at rush hour, so test your drive at the times you would really travel.
Public Transportation and Airports
VanGO, the county transit system, runs some routes in Charles County. Check current schedules before relying on them. Reagan National is the closest major airport, with BWI Marshall and Dulles also within driving range.
Why Buy a Home in Newburg?
1. Life on the Potomac
Waterfront views, piers, and marinas, including Captain Charles Marina, are close by.
2. Room to Spread Out
Farms, large lots, and rural properties sit a short drive from La Plata, with affordable homes in the mix.
3. Schools Close to Home
Charles County Public Schools has an elementary and a middle school right in Newburg.
4. Bridge to Virginia
The Nice/Middleton Bridge puts Dahlgren and Virginia within easy reach.
5. Golf and Boating
Swan Point and Aqualand Marina are just down the road.
6. Small Town Community
Cobb Island Day and local events keep neighbors connected.
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