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Property Description
Offer deadline of Monday April 28 at 6 PM. Welcome to your dream retreat in Sykesville! Nestled on 5 beautiful acres, this updated home offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and country charm-just minutes from everything. With recent updates including a brand-new roof and HVAC system and more PLUS energy efficient owned SOLAR system allows for tru easy living. Inside, you'll love the spacious layout and generously sized rooms-perfect for everyday living and entertaining alike. Step outside to your own backyard paradise featuring a large deck with a hot tub and gazebo for shady relaxation, plus an above-ground pool for summer fun. Numerous perennial herbs and berries are ready of your enjoyment. Equestrians will be right at home here with a 2-stall barn and unbeatable access to Patapsco State Park trails-just across the street! Not an equestrian? The park is a true gem for hikers, dog walkers and nature enthusiasts with its thousands of acres and all just steps away. NOTE - current low interest 3% VA loan can be assumed. Balance just under $500k. Located in a top-rated school district with easy commuter routes to DC, Baltimore, Columbia, Annapolis, and Frederick, this property truly has it all: peace, privacy, and convenience. Come experience the best of both worlds-country living with city access-in this Sykesville gem!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 870 River Rd
General
- Sold For: $829,000
- Taxes: $9,323 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: MDHW2052028
- Added to Site: 303 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Den, Basement, Laundry, Storage Room, Utility Room, Attic
- Interior Features: Attic, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Country, Dining Area, Breakfast Area, Kitchen - Eat-In, Entry Level Bedroom, Primary Bath(s), Floor Plan - Open
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Icemaker, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 3
- Main - Full Baths: 2
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 2
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
- Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Lower: 1
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Flooring - Carpet, 17 x 14, Main
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom 2 - Flooring - Carpet, 12 x 12, Main
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom 3 - Flooring - Carpet, 12 x 11, Main
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom 4 - Flooring - Carpet, 17 x 16, Lower 1
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Flooring - Carpet, 17 x 13, Main
- Family Room: Family Room - Flooring - Carpet, Fireplace - Wood Burning, 26 x 16, Lower 1
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Flooring - Other, 19 x 10, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Flooring - Carpet, 14 x 12, Main
- Den: Yes
- Laundry: Lower Floor, 14 x 13, Lower 1
- Utility Room: Utility Room - Flooring - Vinyl, Lower 1
- Storage: Storage Room - Flooring - Concrete, 23 x 19, Lower 1
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Above Ground, Above Ground
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights, Hot Tub
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Type: Attached Garage
- Garage Description: Garage - Front Entry
Location
- Municipality: Sykesville
- County: Howard
- Development Name: None Available
- Subdivision: None Available
- Driving Directions: Use GPS
School Information
- School District: Howard County Public School System
- Middle School: Mount View
- High School: Marriotts Ridge
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Heat Pump(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump(s), Central, Zoned
- Heating Fuel: Oil, Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Exists
- Water: Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Split Foyer
- Architectural Style: Split Foyer
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Combination, Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Rear Entrance, Sump Pump, Daylight, Full, Improved, Heated, Full, Outside Entrance, Shelving, Walkout Level, Windows
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Windows: Bay/Bow, Insulated
- Doors: Insulated, Sliding Glass
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main
- Square Feet: 3,736
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 3,736 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1979
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Excellent
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 2
- Bedrooms-Lower: 1
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Barn/Stable, Barn/Farm Building
Lot Features
- Property View: Pasture, Scenic Vista, Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 5.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 219,107
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Open, Backs to Trees
- Zoning: RRDEO
- Lot Description: Open, Backs to Trees
Horse Property
- Horse Property: Yes
- Horse Facility Desc.: Horse Trails, Stable(s)
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $383.43
- Assessment Year: 2025
- County Tax: $7,339
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $681,767
- Tax Amount: $9,323
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 3736
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 8
Listed by EXP Realty, LLC, Tracy D Diamond
Sold by Compass, Emily J. Trageser
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Schools
Schools serving 870 River Rd
School District:Howard County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
West Friendship Elementary School 12500 Frederick Road, West Friendship, MD 21794 | K-5 | 2.9 mi |
Mount View Middle School 12101 Woodford Drive, Marriottsville, MD 21104 | 6-8 | 1.8 mi |
Marriotts Ridge High School 12100 Woodford Drive, Marriottsville, MD 21104 | 9-12 | 1.7 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 870 River Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/27/2025
Sold
$829,000
1.22%
MLS
4/24/2025
Listed
$819,000
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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.
870 River Road, Sykesville, MD 21784 (MLS# MDHW2052028) is a Single Family property that was sold at $829,000 on May 27, 2025. Want to learn more about 870 River Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Sykesville? You can browse all Sykesville real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

