Welcome to 14106 Howard Road, a rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated farmhouse rich in Dayton history, set on a beautiful three-acre lot. Situated on a road named for the original 240-acre farm assembled between 1859 and 1877 by George A. Howard, grandson of Maryland’s 5th governor, John Eager Howard, this early 20th-century home blends timeless character with thoughtful modern improvements. From the moment you arrive, the circular driveway, lush landscaping, and inviting front porch with classic swing set the tone for this special property. Inside, a gracious foyer welcomes you with original hardwood floors and a striking staircase. The cozy family room features a wood-burning fireplace, custom built-ins, and detailed crown moldings, while the spacious dining room offers a second fireplace with an electric insert, perfect for gatherings. The rear of the home showcases a stunning, fully updated kitchen featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a custom backsplash, new cabinetry, a pantry, and a charming window seat overlooking the backyard. A secondary staircase provides convenient access to the upper level. The main floor also includes a laundry room (with sink), butler’s pantry, a spacious mudroom, powder room, and additional storage. Upstairs, the primary suite features a private bath with a newly added shower seat. Three additional bedrooms offer generous closets and built-ins, complemented by an updated hall bath. The finished attic, complete with library shelving, provides a flexible bonus space ideal for a playroom, office, or additional bedroom. Original details such as heartwood flooring, bullseye molding, a distinctive newel post, and a solid oak banister preserve the home’s authentic charm. Outside, the picturesque grounds include a pond, mature specimen trees (including tulip magnolia, holly, and oak), and a large open field once used as a pasture or riding ring. Multiple outbuildings enhance the property, including a two-car garage with attached pony stable, a tool shed, chicken coop, and an impressive detached guest space. This space features a family room with fireplace, bedroom, kitchenette, full bath, loft, and a covered lanai spanning the back, ideal for entertaining or multi-generational living. Recent updates include fresh paint, newer roofs, new windows, and owned solar panels for added efficiency. A property with historical significance, without historic designation restrictions, this is a truly unique offering that combines heritage, charm, and modern comfort.
Est. $3,412 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 14106 Howard Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #MDHW2067360
Jun 8, 2026
Sold
$890,000
$318/sq ft
May 5, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 22, 2026
Listed
$900,000
$322/sq ft
Apr 21, 2026
Coming Soon
$900,000
$322/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #MDHW2013462
May 18, 2022
Sold
$745,000
$266/sq ft
Apr 17, 2022
Pending
—
Apr 15, 2022
Listed
$699,900
$250/sq ft
+50
Rare opportunity to own a piece of history in Dayton. Howard Road is named for the once 240-acre farm assembled between 1859 and 1877 by George A. Howard, grandson of the 5th Governor of Maryland, John Eager Howard. After his death in 1903, Howard's son, Eugene sold 56 acres and a tenant house off the farm in 1908. The subject property, 14106, has a date of 1907 in the basement and tax records confirm the dwelling was started that year by Eugene and Lillie Howard. Eugene died in 1937 and Lillie died 5 years later. The farm passed to their children who sold it out of the family in 1943. By 1967 the home farm was reduced to just less than 3 acres and is now for sale. This charming early 20th century farmhouse has been lovingly preserved, renovated and improved by the previous owners of 40 years and most recently by the current owners. Main entrance is flanked by the living room with propane fireplace, dining room and grand front staircase. Huge kitchen with rear stair to the second floor has large breakfast bar and table space, stainless appliances and granite counters, bay window overlooking rear. Main level laundry room, butler's pantry, mud room, powder room and storage area. Upper-level primary bedroom with private bath; three other bedrooms with ample closets, built-in shelving and drawer units. Full stair to finished attic with library shelving, a perfect secret play or multi-purpose room and access to plenty of additional storage. The heartwood flooring on the main and second levels of the farm house, bulls eye molding, unique newel post and solid oak bannister are original. The grounds include a pond, mature trees to include specimen trees as a tulip magnolia, holly and oak; large level open field which was the former pasture/riding ring. Detached buildings include a 2-car garage with attached 2-stall pony stable. Detached equipment/tool shed with work benches, green house and a small chicken coop. The main house and detached buildings have been freshly painted and have new roofs. The peaceful front porch provides the serenity of rural living as you watch the world go by! Welcome Home.
BRIGHT MLS #MDHW250238
May 31, 2019
Sold
$565,000
$202/sq ft
Apr 1, 2019
Contingent
—
Mar 30, 2019
Price Changed
$565,000
$202/sq ft
Mar 4, 2019
Listed
$579,900
$207/sq ft
+51
Rare opportunity to own a valuable piece of history in Dayton. Howard Road is named for the once 240 acre farm assembled between 1859 and 1877 by George A. Howard, grandson of the 5th Governor of Maryland, John Eager Howard. After his death in 1903, Howard's son, Eugene sold 56 acres and a tenant house off the farm in 1908. 14106 has a date of 1907 in the basement and tax records confirm this dwelling was started that year by Eugene and Lillie Howard. Eugene died in 1937 and Lillie died five years later. The farm passed to their children who sold it out of the family in 1943. By 1967 the home farm was reduced to just less than 3 acres, and is now for sale. Complete history and deed transfer information can be found in the Document section of Bright. This charming early 20th century farmhouse has been lovingly preserved, renovated and improved by the recent owners of 40 years. Main entrance flanked by living room with propane fireplace, dining room and grand front staircase. Huge kitchen with rear stair to second floor has large breakfast bar and table space, bay window overlooking rear. Main level laundry room, butler's pantry, mud room, powder room and storage area. Upper level master bedroom with private bath; 3 other bedrooms with ample closets, built-in shelving and drawer units. Full stair to finished attic with library shelving; a perfect secret play or multi-purpose room and plenty of additional storage. The heartwood flooring on the main and second levels of the farmhouse, bulls eye molding, unique newel post and solid oak banister are original. The grounds include a pond, mature trees to include specimen trees as a tulip magnolia, holly and oak; large level open field which was the former pasture/riding ring. Detached buildings include a 2-car garage with attached 2-stall pony stable. Detached equipment/tool shed with work benches and greenhouse. The peaceful front porch provides the serenity of rural living as you watch the world go by.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$661 (−92.0%)
2024
$8,214 (+7.0%)
$295,600 + $312,700
$608,300
2023
$7,680 (+8.1%)
2022
$7,104 (+4.4%)
2021
$6,806 (+5.3%)
$284,400 + $205,200
$489,600
2020
$6,461 (+170.3%)
2019
$2,390 (−58.9%)
2018
$5,810 (+0.4%)
$281,900 + $136,700
$418,600
2017
$5,789 (+8.8%)
$281,900 + $136,700
$418,600
2015
$5,319 (+3.7%)
$281,900 + $136,700
$418,600
2014
$5,128 (+4.2%)
$281,900 + $160,500
$442,400
2013
$4,921 (+6.5%)
2012
$4,619 (+1.1%)
2011
$4,568 (+5.6%)
2010
$4,325 (+30.7%)
2009
$3,310
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.94 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,239
Year built
1903
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Howard County
APN
05 353386
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
RC-DEO
Rural Conservation-Density Exchange Option Overlay District
The Rural Conservation District is established to conserve farmland and to encourage agricultural activities, thereby helping to ensure that commercial agriculture will continue as a long term land use and a viable economic activity within the County. The RC District is also established to preserve natural features and the rural landscape, while allowing low density, clustered residential development. Residential development is to be permitted only when it is located and designed to minimize its impact on agricultural land, farming operations, and sensitive environmental features; to create attractive rural developments; and to respect existing features of the rural landscape. The preferred land use in the RC District is agriculture. The District is intended to permit a range of uses related to agriculture, to encourage the preservation of large blocks of farmland, and to permanently protect from development the tracts of land which remain after permitted residential development has occurred. Residential lots in the district are likely to be adjacent or close to agricultural land. Residents of property within the RC District should be prepared to accept the impacts associated with normal farming practices; The DEO Overlay District is established to provide land owners in the RC and RR Districts with opportunity and incentive to preserve significant blocks of farmland in the rural area of the county. This district is also intended to encourage the clustering of residential development in areas where the development will not have an adverse impact on farm operations. To accomplish this, the DEO District allows residential density in the RC and RR Districts to be exchanged between parcels. Density exchanges in the District should result in large parcels being preserved in perpetuity, while residential development is directed toward parcels which are able to absorb the additional dwellings.