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Property Description
Nestled on a lovely tree-lined street in Dorsey Hall, this classic colonial home offers a prime location with access to excellent schools, parks, shopping, and several wonderful restaurants. With its versatile layout, including an in-law suite on the lower level, this home provides endless possibilities and is ready to welcome you into a world of comfort and convenience. The main level offers a formal living room, large dining room, family room with a wood-burning fireplace & brick hearth, half bath, and a wonderful eat-in kitchen with oak cabinetry and granite countertops; A laundry/mud room connects the 2 car garage with the kitchen and a sliding glass door leads out to the entertainment-sized deck. The expansive upper level features a grand primary bedroom with cathedral ceilings, sitting area, built-in cabinetry, and a master bath with separate shower and soaking tub; 4 more spacious bedrooms can be found on the upper level, along with 2 full bathrooms. The lower level is currently finished into a nice in-law suite with a small eat-in kitchen (could also be used as a hobby room), a large walk-in closet, 6th bedroom, full bathroom, and a family room area with a sliding glass door that leads out to the slate patio. There's even a pathway running right next to the house that leads directly to Dunloggin Middle & Northfield Elementary Schools. With its desirable location and thoughtfully designed features, this home presents a rare opportunity to create cherished memories and enjoy a lifestyle of comfort and flexibility for years to come!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 4265 Bright Bay Way
General
- Sold For: $800,000
- HOA FEE: $184/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $10,261 (2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: MDHW2068946
- Added to Site: 43 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Country, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops, WhirlPool/HotTub, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Humidifier, Icemaker, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 3
- Upper - Full Baths: 3
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms Upper: 5
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Floor
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Common Grounds, Community Center, Jog/Walk Path, Pool Mem Avail, Tot Lots/Playground
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Off Street
- Garage Description: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
Location
- County: HOWARD
- Subdivision: DORSEY HALL
- Driving Directions: GRAYROCK TO SUNLIT PASSAGE TO RIGHT ON BRIGHT BAY
School Information
- School District: Howard County Public Schools
- Elementary School: Northfield
- Middle School: Dunloggin
- High School: Wilde Lake
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: COLUMBIA ASSOC
- Assoc. Fees Include: Common Area Maintenance, Management
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Model: EXPANDED LIBERTY
- Construction: Brick, Combination
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Connecting Stairway, Daylight, Full, Full, Fully Finished, Heated, Improved, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Walkout Level, Windows
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Asphalt
- Walls/Ceilings: Cathedral Ceilings
- Windows: Double Pane, Screens
- Doors: Six Panel, Sliding Glass
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 3,772
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 3,772 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,772 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 1,000 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1981
- Year Built Source: Estimated
- Property Condition: Good
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.34
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 14,679
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: R20
- Lot Description: Backs - Parkland, Landscaping
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $288.56
- Association Fee: $2,207
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assessment Year: 2026
- County Tax: $7,729
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $712,733
- Tax Amount: $10,261
- Tax Year: 2026
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 3132
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 56
Listed by RE/MAX Advantage Realty, Kimberly S Cavaliere
Sold by Corner House Realty, Dawn Marie Rea
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Schools
Schools serving 4265 Bright Bay Way
School District:Howard County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Northfield Elementary School 9125 Northfield Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042 | K-5 | 0.3 mi |
Dunloggin Middle School 9129 Northfield Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042 | 6-8 | 0.2 mi |
Wilde Lake High School 5460 Trumpeter Road, Columbia, MD 21044 | 9-12 | 3.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 4265 Bright Bay Way
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/09/2026
Sold
$800,000
0.01%
MLS
5/29/2026
Listed
$799,900
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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.
4265 Bright Bay Way, Ellicott City, MD 21042 (MLS# MDHW2068946) is a Single Family property that was sold at $800,000 on July 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 4265 Bright Bay Way? 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.

