OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 3/8/2020 1:00 P. M. TO 3:00 P. M. THE NELSON HOUSE circa 1879 is nothing less than EXQUISITE! Sitting on nearly one acre in the heart of Bel Air this four bedroom, four full and one half bath is absolutely amazing with three full levels above grade! From the moment you walk along the brick walkway toward the outstanding brick front porch, you will be nothing less than amazed! The home features two entries, a mudroom/drop zone for the family and a formal foyer lead to incredible interior space! The formal living room and library feature custom built ins with wood milled locally at Jarrettsville Lumber! A butler's pantry compliments the formal living room space with wet bar for entertaining. The formal dining room is a true testament to the period of this home! The abundant space in the kitchen features white cabinetry, Corian counters, and island, dining space and gas fireplace. French door entry into the massive sunroom/family room area again with hardwood flooring and cheerful, sunlit filled spaces accentuate the incredible views. A gas fireplace warms this space during the winter months to continue the inviting and cozy living space. Dual staircases are present in this residence, a formal staircase in the foyer and a rear staircase from the mudroom/kitchen area. The second level features a massive owners suite complete with dressing room/sitting room and an owners spa bath with soaking tub, double vanities, bidet, toilet, standing shower and skylight! Three additional bedrooms and a full bath compliment this level. The third level features another bedroom and full bath with a claw foot tub. There is a fully usable unfinished basement space as well with walk out exit. The exterior features include the unparalleled brick front porch entry, brick walkways, front gazebo, circular driveway, rear covered deck and brick patio, and a two story detached two car garage. This spectacular historic residence offers possibilities galore!!!!
Single-familyProperty Type
1879Year Built
0.92 acresLot Size
$220Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Faye Carey• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.92 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,972
Year built
1879
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harford County
APN
03 018598
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
R1
Low-Density Residential District
The Low-Density Residential District is designed primarily to accommodate single-family detached housing, ensure preservation of existing neighborhoods and retain the Town's small-town character as identified in the Town of Bel Air Comprehensive Plan. Some community service uses, institutional uses, and home occupations may be permitted as provided for by this Part 2.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Recreation
Park & open space
Feb 19, 2022 • Final
Plumbing (residential)
Perform an emergency replacement of the sewer line.
Plumbing
Jan 26, 2022 • Final
Building (residential) bel air - accessory
Work on a prefabricated shed.
ADU
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage - Front Entry, Oversized
Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C, Heat Pump(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Forced Air, Heat Pump(s), Radiator
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Cable TV, Above Ground
Water Source: Public
Municipal Trash: Yes
Location
School Information
Elementary School: RED PUMP
Middle Or Junior School: BEL AIR
High School: BEL AIR
School District Name: HARFORD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
Middle School Source: 3rd Party
High School Source: 3rd Party
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
In City Limits
Cross Street: Howard Street
Directions: Turn Left onto Main Street, US Bus 1, MD 924 through the town of Bel Air. Turn left onto Howard Street, turn right onto Roland. Home is on your left.
Municipality: Bel Air
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,972
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.92 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1879
Year Renovated: —
County: Harford County
APN: 03 018598
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Red Pump Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
9/10
Bel Air Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
9/10
Bel Air High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
5/10 Wind Factor
26% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bel Air, MD • 21014
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Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Bel Air. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.1 hrs
6.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$812,000 – $983,000
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