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Property Description
Nestled in the heart of My Lady's Manor in Monkton, you'll find a classic colonial known as Fernleigh Hall at 2705 Houcks Mill Road. The original home oozes charm with a beamed ceiling and repurposed barn siding in the great room, and custom cabinetry flanking the large stone fireplace. Pella doors lead to a stone patio, fenced yard and salt water pool with cabana. High ceilings, spacious rooms and three stories of living space allow for five bedrooms and three full and two half baths in the main house. A private entrance leads to a gorgeous apartment complete with vaulted ceilings in the living/dining area, sunroom, kitchen, bedroom,1.5 baths and laundry. Use this space as an in-law suite, home studio, or doctor's office. This gem feels worlds away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life yet offers an easy commute to Jacksonville, Hunt Valley, Towson and Bel Air. Come experience the tranquility of Monkton.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2705 Houcks Mill Rd
General
- Sold For: $960,000
- Taxes: $7,251 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: MDHR2043078
- Added to Site: 251 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Library, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Bedroom 1, In-Law/auPair/Suite, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
- Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Kitchen - Country, Dining Area, Built-Ins, Upgraded Countertops, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Primary Bath(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Wood Floors, Floor Plan - Traditional, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Entry Level Bedroom, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space, Stain/Lead Glass, Water Treat System, Window Treatments, Other, 2nd Kitchen, Efficiency, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Stove - Pellet, Walk-in Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace(s): Mantel(s), Non-Functioning, Other, Mantel(s), Non-Functioning, Other
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Wall, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Dryer - Front Loading, Dryer - Electric, Stove, Washer - Front Loading, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 7
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 3
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 3
- Upper - Full Baths: 3
- Main Floor Baths: 4
- Main - Full Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 3
- Primary Bathroom: Primary Bathroom - B, Upper 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
- Bedrooms Upper: 5
- Bedrooms-Up2: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 1
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Wood Burning, 21 x 15, Upper 1
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom 4 - Flooring - HardWood, 13 x 11, Upper 2
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom 5 - Flooring - HardWood, 15 x 13, Upper 2
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom 2 - Flooring - HardWood, 11 x 11, Upper 1
- Bedroom 4: Bedroom 3 - Flooring - HardWood, 15 x 11, Upper 1
- Bedroom 5: Bedroom 1 - Flooring - HardWood, Main
Other Rooms
- Foyer/Entry: Foyer - Flooring - HardWood, 17 x 8, Main
- Living Room: Living Room - Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Wood Burning, 25 x 15, Main
- Family Room: Family Room - Flooring - Tile/Brick, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), 20 x 16, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Kitchen - Electric Cooking, Lighting - Recessed, 15 x 8, Main
- 2nd Kitchen: Kitchen, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Flooring - HardWood, 16 x 14, Main
- Breakfast Room: Breakfast Room - Flooring - Tile/Brick, 10 x 9, Main
- Library: Library - Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Wood Bur, 14 x 11, Main
- Laundry: Basement, Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry, Main Floor, Lower Floor, Washer In Unit, Main
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In Ground, Concrete, Saltwater, In Ground, Concrete, Saltwater
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s)
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Patio(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Circular Driveway
- Parking Type: Driveway, Attached Garage
- Garage Description: Garage Door Opener
Location
- County: Harford
- Development Name: Monkton
- Subdivision: Monkton
- Driving Directions: Old York Road to Houcks Mill Rd
School Information
- School District: Harford County Public Schools
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned, Wall Unit
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Hot Water, Zoned
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Oil
Utilities
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Conditioner, Well
- Utility Description: Above Ground
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Colonial
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Outside Entrance, Connecting Stairway, Improved, Rear Entrance, Walkout Stairs
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Slate, Architectural Shingle, Metal
- Walls/Ceilings: Cathedral Ceilings, Paneled Walls, Plaster Walls, Bea
- Windows: Bay/Bow, Screens, Skylights, Storm, Replacement, Vinyl Clad, Wood Frame
- Doors: French, Six Panel, Sliding Glass, Storm
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 6,156
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 4,935 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1955
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Very Good
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Cabana/Pool House, Greenhouse, Shed
Lot Features
- Property View: Garden/Lawn, Pasture, Scenic Vista, Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.83
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 79,715
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Cleared, Landscaping, Trees/Wooded
- Zoning: R
- Lot Description: Backs to Trees, Cleared, Landscaping, Trees/Wooded
- Fencing (Description): Fully
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $200.41
- Assessment Year: 2025
- County Tax: $7,251
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $707,967
- Tax Amount: $7,251
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 4785
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Listed by Monument Sotheby's International Realty, Ashley B Richardson
Sold by Keller Williams Gateway LLC, Joseph Norman
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Schools
Schools serving 2705 Houcks Mill Rd
School District:Harford County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Jarrettsville Elementary School 3818 Norrisville Road, Jarrettsville, MD 21084 | PK-5 | 2.3 mi |
North Harford Middle School 112 Pylesville Road, Pylesville, MD 21132 | 6-8 | 8.7 mi |
North Harford High School 211 Pylesville Road, Pylesville, MD 21132 | 9-12 | 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 2705 Houcks Mill Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/30/2025
Sold
$960,000
-2.93%
MLS
8/06/2025
Price Reduced
$989,000
-5.81%
MLS
5/29/2025
Listed
$1,050,000
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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.
2705 Houcks Mill Road, Monkton, MD 21111 (MLS# MDHR2043078) is a Single Family property that was sold at $960,000 on October 30, 2025. Want to learn more about 2705 Houcks Mill Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Monkton? You can browse all Monkton real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

