What is it like to live in Compass Pointe?
Compass Pointe is a community of large homes on wooded lots beside the Compass Pointe Golf Courses in Pasadena, Maryland. County records show 67 single-family homes built mostly in 2003 and 2004 on lots of more than an acre at the median, along Braid Hills Drive and nearby courts.
The HOA is about $550 a year as last reported, and the county-owned course next door offers 36 holes with no club fees. Homes rarely come up: Bright MLS shows 2 sales in the 12 months ending Nov 3, 2026, at $1,100,000 and $1,250,000.
Updated by James Bowerman, Realtor, Real Creative Group of Douglas Realty.
67
homes (county records)
36
holes of golf next door
$1.1M and $1.25M
recent sales
2
sales in 12 months
Sales: Bright MLS, 12 months ending Nov 3, 2026. Homes: Anne Arundel County property records.
Compass Pointe quick facts
| Location | Off Fort Smallwood Road beside the Compass Pointe Golf Courses, Pasadena, MD 21122 |
| Homes | 67 single-family homes |
| Built | 2003 to 2024, median 2004 |
| Lots | Median about 1.27 acres |
| HOA | About $550 a year |
| Streets | Braid Hills Dr, Gullane Ct, Mortonhall Ln, Turnhouse Ct |
| Public schools | Fort Smallwood Elementary, Chesapeake Bay Middle and Chesapeake High (confirm by address) |
| Recent market | 2 sales at $1,100,000 and $1,250,000; 0 active (Bright MLS, 12 months ending Nov 3, 2026) |
Golf course living without club fees
The Compass Pointe Golf Courses are owned by Anne Arundel County, with 36 holes and no membership required. Homes here back to woods or open views, and the course keeps the area open and quiet.
Fort Smallwood Park and the Bay are a short drive away, along with the shops and restaurants on Fort Smallwood Road.
The homes: what you get in Compass Pointe
Compass Pointe homes are large colonials and custom homes built mostly in 2003 and 2004, on lots of about an acre or more. Recent sales were at $1,100,000 and $1,250,000.
| Feature | What is typical |
|---|---|
| Style | Large colonials and custom homes |
| Built | 2003 to 2024, median 2004 |
| Lot | Median about 1.27 acres |
| HOA | About $550 a year |
Buyer tip: ask for the age of the roof, HVAC and water heater, any HOA or association documents and rules, and whether the home is on public water and sewer or a private well and septic system. Older homes also deserve a close look at windows, electrical panels and any crawl space moisture.
Schools serving Compass Pointe
Compass Pointe is served by Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Boundaries can change, so always confirm the assignment for a specific address with the AACPS school locator.
| School | Grades | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Smallwood Elementary | Pre-K to 5 | 1720 Poplar Ridge Rd |
| Chesapeake Bay Middle | 6 to 8 | 4804 Mountain Rd |
| Chesapeake High | 9 to 12 | 4798 Mountain Rd |
Things nearby
Approximate driving distances from the neighborhood map center, based on road-routing estimates. Your route will vary by address. Linked names open their current directory listing on Real Pasadena. Listings and addresses checked November 5, 2026; check with each business for current hours.
Parks, water and local favorites
- Compass Pointe Golf Courses, 9010 Fort Smallwood Rd, Pasadena, MD 21122: about 0.9 miles by road.
- Cookie's Kitchen, 4108 Mountain Rd, Pasadena, MD 21122: about 2.2 miles by road.
- Two Rivers Steak & Fish House, 4105 Mountain Rd, Pasadena, MD 21122: about 2.2 miles by road.
- Farm & Flame, 20 Magothy Beach Road, Pasadena, MD 21122: about 2.3 miles by road.
Commutes
- MD-100 at I-97: 10.5 mi, 18 min
- BWI Airport: 15.3 mi, 26 min
- Annapolis: 15.6 mi, 27 min
- Fort Meade: 17.8 mi, 32 min
- Baltimore Inner Harbor: 20.8 mi, 33 min
Rush-hour times run longer. If you commute to eastern Baltimore County, plan around the Francis Scott Key Bridge closure: the bridge collapsed in March 2024 and the Maryland Transportation Authority’s current target for the replacement is 2030, so that trip uses the Harbor or Fort McHenry tunnels for now.
Map of Compass Pointe
Pros and considerations
Why buyers choose it
- Large homes on acre-plus lots
- Public golf next door with no club fees
- Newer construction than most of Pasadena
- Quiet, low-traffic streets
Things to weigh
- Very few sales each year
- Higher price point
- No water access in the neighborhood
- HOA rules
Who buys in Compass Pointe
Compass Pointe buyers are usually move-up buyers who want a large, newer home with space. Nearby, Greenspring at Compass Pointe sits on the other side of the course, and Venice on the Bay offers Bay-front living.
James’s take
Compass Pointe is golf course living: large lots, big houses and 36 holes of public golf next door, all without club dues. It is also a close-knit community where neighbors look out for each other, which you do not always get with lots this size. And if you are wondering how it compares to Greenspring next door, ask the neighbors. They have opinions. With so few sales, pricing takes care, and I keep a close eye on what is coming up.
Compass Pointe market snapshot
| Measure | Last 12 months |
|---|---|
| Homes sold | 2 |
| Recent sales | $1,100,000 and $1,250,000 |
| Median days on market | 16 |
| Median sold-to-list price | 100.0% |
| On the market now | 0 active |
With only 2 sales, the market here is set one home at a time. Lot, finish and condition drive the price.
Compass Pointe FAQ
Where is Compass Pointe in Pasadena, MD?
Compass Pointe is off Fort Smallwood Road beside the Compass Pointe Golf Courses in Pasadena, Maryland 21122.
How many homes are in Compass Pointe?
County records show 67 single-family homes, built mostly in 2003 and 2004.
Is the golf course private?
No. The Compass Pointe Golf Courses are owned by Anne Arundel County and open to the public, with 36 holes.
Does Compass Pointe have an HOA?
Yes, about $550 a year as last reported.
What schools serve Compass Pointe?
Compass Pointe is zoned for Fort Smallwood Elementary, Chesapeake Bay Middle and Chesapeake High in Anne Arundel County Public Schools, based on the county attendance-area maps. Confirm any specific address with the AACPS school locator.
What do homes in Compass Pointe cost?
Two homes sold in Compass Pointe in the last 12 months, at $1,100,000 and $1,250,000. Median days on market: 16. Median sold-to-list: 100.0%. No homes are active today. Source: Bright MLS, 12 months ending Nov 3, 2026.
How long is the commute from Compass Pointe?
Without traffic, it is about 18 minutes to MD-100 at I-97, 26 minutes to BWI, 27 minutes to Annapolis, 32 minutes to Fort Meade and 33 minutes to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. Rush-hour times are longer.
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Thinking about Compass Pointe?
I’m James Bowerman with Real Creative Group of Douglas Realty in Pasadena. I can send you new Compass Pointe listings the day they hit the market, pull recent sales, or give you a tour. I have been a Pasadena local since 1990, when I started first grade at Bodkin Elementary, and I went on to Chesapeake Middle and Chesapeake High. Our office is at 8221 Ritchie Hwy Ste 101, Pasadena, MD 21122 (MD license #664056). Call or text 410-971-8004.