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$1,215,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 5,116 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 9 days ago
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Offer deadline Monday 4/20 at Noon. Welcome home to 8434 Governors Run, where everyone will want to gather for life's big and small moments. This remarkable residence has been thoughtfully enhanced over the years with entertainment in mind and offers approximately 4,900 square feet of finished living space in the desirable Governors Run community. Idyllically situated on nearly half an acre, the home backs to a protected wooded reserve with walking trails leading to Patapsco Valley State Park and historic Old Ellicott City. At the heart of the home, the gourmet kitchen is designed to impress, featuring double ovens, a gas range, a spacious center island with seating, and a walk-in pantry. Elevated and wrapped in lush natural surroundings, the remarkable 3 season porch evokes the feeling of a private treehouse nestled within the forest canopy. An oversized dining room opens to a custom deck, beautifully extending the living and entertaining space outdoors. A dedicated private office and mudroom completes the main level. Upstairs, the primary suite is designed as a luxurious retreat, complete with its own gas fireplace, a spa-inspired bath with an oversized walk-in shower, and generous walk-in closets. Three additional bright, spacious bedrooms are served by a convenient Jack-and-Jill bath. The fully finished walk-out lower level is an exceptional extension of the home also designed for entertaining and relaxation. A bonus room, a home gym, recreation room, and ample storage round out the lower level. Outside, the backyard truly shines with extensive landscaping and hardscaping, offering a fully fenced backyard, a heated pool with a custom waterfall, a stone pool deck with a fireplace, a changing room, and a cleverly integrated storage shed. It is an ideal setting for summer parties, relaxing weekends, and evenings spent outdoors. The backyard has immediate access to a trail, where an easy stroll leads to the shops and restaurants of historic Old Ellicott City, while the opposite direction opens the door to Patapsco State Park. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a truly special home in one of Ellicott City's most sought-after neighborhoods.

Full Property Details for 8434 Governor Run

General

  • Sold For: $1,215,000
  • HOA FEE: $47/month
  • HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
  • Taxes: $12,039 (2025)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
  • MLS ID: MDHW2065710
  • Added to Site: 58 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Additional Stairway, Attic, Bar, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Cedar Closet(s), Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Living, Crown Moldings, Floor Plan - Traditional, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace(s): Gas/Propane
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven - Double, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Washer
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet

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

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Main Floor

Additional Information

  • Pool: Yes
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Fenced, Heated, In Ground

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 4
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Garage Description: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access

Location

  • County: HOWARD
  • Subdivision: GOVERNORS RUN
  • Driving Directions: Per GPS

School Information

  • School District: Howard County Public Schools
  • Elementary School: Veterans

Community

  • Association: Yes
  • Assoc. Name: GOVERNORS RUN HOME OWNER'S ASSOCIATION, INC.

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Other
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Construction: Frame
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Walkout Level, Windows, Interior Access, Heated, Fully Finished
  • Foundation: Other
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Windows: Bay/Bow
  • Doors: Sliding Glass, Six Panel
  • Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Square Feet: 5,116
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Living Area: 5,116 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 3,716 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Below Grnd: 1,400 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1996
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Property Condition: Excellent

Unit Information

Unit 1

  • Bathrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.48
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 20,866
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Zoning: R20

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $267.76
  • Association Fee: $567
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
  • Assessment Year: 2026
  • Tax w/Assessment: $827,233
  • Tax Amount: $12,039
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Terms: Standard Sale
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 3716

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 80

Listed by Compass, Karen A Kelly and Compass, Jane Holtz
Sold by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty, Scott M. Schuetter

Listing agents

— 8434 Governor Run —

  • Karen A Kelly

    Compass

  • Jane Holtz

    Compass

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Schools serving 8434 Governor Run

School District:Howard County Public Schools
NameGradesDistance
Veterans Elementary School
4355 Montgomery Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043
K-52.1 mi
Dunloggin Middle School
9129 Northfield Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042
6-82.7 mi
Mount Hebron High School
9440 Old Frederick Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042
9-122.9 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 8434 Governor Run

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/29/2026
Sold
$1,215,000
22.11%
MLS
4/16/2026
Listed
$995,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by Compass, Karen A Kelly and Compass, Jane Holtz
Sold by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty, Scott M. Schuetter

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8434 Governor Run, Ellicott City, MD 21043 (MLS# MDHW2065710) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,215,000 on May 29, 2026. Want to learn more about 8434 Governor Run? 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.