Looking for a peaceful and secluded retreat without sacrificing commute? This beautiful 19th Century "Duffin House" located in the historic town of Boyds is the perfect fit! Updates include new carpet, recent roof, beautiful hardwoods, recent well pump and fresh paint inside and out! Interior is spacious and full of character. The charming table space kitchen features exposed beams, wall oven and custom woodwork. A formal living room, dining room, family room, half bath and sunroom round out the main level. Upstairs features a spacious master with its own private stairs to the lower level, three additional bedrooms (4th BR accessible from master is perfect for office or nursery) and a full bath. Central HVAC heat pump with oil backup. You will feel like you're a world away in this natural wonderland. Enjoy a largely level, cleared lot with small stream backing to Hoyles Mill conservation park. The back yard offers a delightful covered back porch, patio, external garage with electric and chicken coop. The Hoyles Mill trailhead is easily accessible on foot while nearby Little Seneca Lake offers excellent fishing and boating opportunities. Easy access to MARC, 270 and Clarksburg Outlets just down the road!
Single-familyProperty Type
1889Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$355Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Joe Howerton• Taylor Properties
•301-970-2447 (broker)
Bought with Wicca J Davidson• 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
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,684
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
06 00395596
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
R-200
Residential - 200 Zone
The intent of the R-200 zone is to provide designated areas of the County for residential uses with a minimum lot size of 20,000 square feet. The predominant use is residential in a detached house.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Assembly/ meeting place
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure-Other
Public service
Kennel
Transportation-Other
Park & open space
Jan 30, 2020 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
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: 1
Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Other
Sewer Septic: Community Septic Tank, Private Septic Tank
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
Elementary School: CLARKSBURG
Middle Or Junior School: ROCKY HILL
High School: CLARKSBURG
School District Name: MONTGOMERY 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
Outside City Limits
Directions: Clopper Rd to White Ground Rd go through historic town of Boyds and home is on left just before St Mark's Church and trail head for Hoyles Mill Conservation Park
Entry Floor Number: 1
Location Type: Rural
Transportation: Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,684
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 06 00395596
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.7mi
7/10
Neelsville Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.4mi
4/10
Seneca Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
8% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Boyds, MD • 20841
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.1 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$568,000 – $688,000
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