Date
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Price
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Source
2/14/2026
Listed
$869,000
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Property Description
Lovely home in McKenzie Meadows sited on nearly one-half acre lot backing to deep wooded Howard County open space. The ultimate in a private beautiful treed setting. The lot is wider than deep with ample side yard separation to the right for your outdoor enjoyment. The rear, once fully fenced, offers peaceful security for your four-legged friends. Enter the spacious foyer, flanked by a formal LR and DR all with natural hardwood flooring. Embrace the rear view from the updated kitchen with natural cherry cabinetry, granite counters, recently replaced stainless steel appliances include built-in microwave/convection oven, French door refrigerator w/freezer drawer and gas cooktop. Breakfast room framed by walk in bay window and open to the family room with impressive brick chimney, gas fireplace with mantle and Atrium door open to the two level Trex decks with stair to the rear yard. The upper level offers front to rear primary suite with vaulted ceiling, space for a California king bed, dressing area framed by ample closets, primary bath with soaking tub, separate shower, water closet and double sink vanity. Three additional bedrooms, hall bath with double sinks and upper-level laundry closet with shelving. The finished lower level provides so much useful space to include a thoughtful office/library that will delight, a wet-bar complete with under-counter refrigerator, full bath and spacious recreation room with opportunity for entertainment, study or guest space. Lower-level walk out to a 'decked' patio and fully exposed rear wall with double-hung windows for ample natural light. Andersen windows, recently replaced exterior doors and warm gas heat will comfort you in the winter; central A/C and shade will cool you in the summer. HVAC new 2019; 50-year shingles on roof installed 2015. Loved by the current owners for decades, beautifully maintained and improved; situated in a cul-de-sac neighborhood with non-thru traffic. Convenient to all that Ellicott City can offer, easy access to Rt. 70 and beyond. Settle in and enjoy. Welcome Home.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 9733 Starling Rd
General
- Price: $869,000
- Taxes: $9,765 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: MDHW2064328
- Updated: 2/14/2026
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Office, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
- Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Bar, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Upgraded Countertops, Wet/Dry Bar, Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Wine Storage
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Brick, Fireplace - Glass Doors, Mantel(s), Gas/Propane
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Icemaker, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Solid Hardwood
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: Upper Floor, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Patio(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 6
- Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Garage - Front Entry
Location
- County: HOWARD
- Subdivision: MCKENZIE MEADOWS
- Driving Directions: Old Frederick Road at Bethany Lane to Old Mill Road which becomes Gudel Drive to Starling Road to property on the left
- Location Details: Suburban
School Information
- School District: Howard County Public School System
- Elementary School: Waverly
- Middle School: Patapsco
- High School: Mt. Hebron
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Baseboard - Electric
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Daylight, Full, Fully Finished, Improved, Sump Pump, Walkout Level, Windows
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Walls/Ceilings: Vaulted Ceilings
- Windows: Bay/Bow, Double Pane, Insulated, Screens, Skylights, Transom, Casement
- Doors: Atrium, Six Panel, Sliding Glass
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 3,372
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 3,229 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,252 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 977 Sq. Ft.
- Basement Finished: 95%
- Year Built: 1990
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Excellent
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed
Lot Features
- Property View: Garden/Lawn, Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.47
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 20,630
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: R20
- Lot Description: Backs - Parkland, Backs to Trees, Private, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Sloping
- Fencing (Description): Split Rail
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $385.88
- Assessment Year: 2025
- County Tax: $7,327
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $649,367
- Tax Amount: $9,765
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2812
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 74
Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Sharon L Keeny and Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Laura A Glick
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Schools
Schools serving 9733 Starling Rd
School District:Howard County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Waverly Elementary School, Ellicott City, MD 10220 Wetherburn Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042 | PK-5 | 0.9 mi |
Patapsco Middle School 8885 Old Frederick Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043 | 6-8 | 1.9 mi |
Mount Hebron High School 9440 Old Frederick Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042 | 9-12 | 0.6 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 9733 Starling Rd
Tax History
Tax History for 9733 Starling Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2022
$6,167
—
$649,367
8%
2022
$6,167
—
$602,900
5%
2022
$6,167
—
$575,300
5%
2022
$6,167
-18%
$547,700
5%
2019
$7,500
-7%
$520,100
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2021
$8,029
-2%
$520,100
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2020
$8,169
4%
$520,100
-1%
2019
$7,873
2%
$526,600
2%
2018
$7,690
3%
$515,233
2%
2017
$7,443
4%
$503,867
2%
2016
$7,165
5%
$492,500
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2015
$6,807
4%
$492,500
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2014
$6,552
—
$492,500
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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9733 Starling Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042 (MLS# MDHW2064328) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 9733 Starling Road is currently listed for $869,000 and was received on February 14, 2026. Want to learn more about 9733 Starling Road? 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.