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Property Description
***Offer Deadline set for May 19th at 9pm***Welcome home to 4256 Lilac Lane in sought-after Dorsey Hall. Consider canceling your pool membership and perhaps even your vacation plans, because this home's outdoor oasis feels like a resort all its own! This updated pool property is perfectly situated on a cul-de-sac and occupies a nearly half-acre lot. The spacious main level begins with a grand foyer, complete with a coat closet and a convenient half bath. The heart of the home is a beautifully designed "French Country" style kitchen, featuring glass front cabinets, a family planning desk, and a striking designer backsplash. This kitchen seamlessly connects to the formal dining room and formal living room, both of which are elegantly finished with hardwood floors. Adjacent to the kitchen and dining room is a sunroom, also with hardwood floors and skylights, offering a bright and airy space. The sunroom provides access to a Trex deck, perfect for outdoor enjoyment. The family room is a cozy retreat with a wood burning fireplace and built-in shelves, and it opens to a flagstone patio through two sets of doors, enhancing the indoor-outdoor living experience. The upper level features a spacious primary bedroom that includes a sitting area and three closets, offering ample space and comfort. This bedroom is notably large for the home's age. The primary bathroom is well-appointed with a soaking tub and a separate shower stall, providing a luxurious bathing experience. Additionally, there are three secondary bedrooms, each offering private space for family members or guests. A shared full bathroom serves the secondary bedrooms. The upper level also includes a laundry closet and a linen closet, enhancing the home's functionality and organization. The lower level offers an expansive rec room, another full bathroom and ample utility and storage areas. The roof and HVAC system was replaced in 2017. The water heater was replaced in 2020. Hurry! Prime pool properties like this one don't last long.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 4256 Lilac Ln
General
- Sold For: $842,000
- Taxes: $10,384 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: MDHW2051056
- Added to Site: 282 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Walk-in Closet(s), Skylight(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood, Wood
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Oven - Wall, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 4
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Concrete, Concrete
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s), Deck(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 6
- Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Garage Door Opener, Garage - Front Entry
Location
- County: Howard
- Development Name: Dorsey Hall
- Subdivision: Dorsey Hall
- Driving Directions: Take Columbia Road to Gray Rock Drive; Turn Left onto Red Bandana Way; Turn Left onto Lilac Lane. The Destination will be on the Right.
School Information
- School District: Howard County Public School System
- Elementary School: Northfield
- Middle School: Dunloggin
- High School: Wilde Lake
Community
- Assoc. Name: DORSEY'S SEARCH/COLUMBIA ASSOCIATION
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Colonial
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick, Brick Front, Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Connecting Stairway, Fully Finished
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Walls/Ceilings: 9'+ Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings, High
- Windows: Screens, Double Pane
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 3,711
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 3,605 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1985
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Very Good
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.49
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 21,161
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Cul-de-sac, No Thru Street
- Zoning: R20
- Lot Description: Cul-de-sac, No Thru Street
- Fencing (Description): Privacy
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $273.67
- Assessment Year: 2024
- County Tax: $7,830
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $677,400
- Tax Amount: $10,384
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 3605
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 449
Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Brian D Saver
Sold by Keller Williams Realty Centre, Gary R Ahrens
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Schools
Schools serving 4256 Lilac Ln
School District:Howard County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Northfield Elementary School 9125 Northfield Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042 | K-5 | 0.7 mi |
Dunloggin Middle School 9129 Northfield Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
Wilde Lake High School 5460 Trumpeter Road, Columbia, MD 21044 | 9-12 | 2.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 4256 Lilac Ln
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/12/2025
Sold
$842,000
5.91%
MLS
5/15/2025
Listed
$795,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
4256 Lilac Lane, Ellicott City, MD 21042 (MLS# MDHW2051056) is a Single Family property that was sold at $842,000 on June 12, 2025. Want to learn more about 4256 Lilac Lane? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Ellicott City? You can browse all Ellicott City real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

