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Off market mar 2021 for $720K

$903,049

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,690/mo

•

2,667

sq ft

3870 Paul Mill Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21042

About this home

OFFERS DUE BY 03/01/2021 AT NOON! Beautiful brick front Colonial boasts updates including the kitchen, baths, paint, and refinished hardwoods. This pristine home highlights oak hardwood floors, accent crown molding and chair railing, and a soothing neutral color palette throughout beginning with the sun filled foyer, formal dining room and a bright and airy living room. The kitchen features a peninsula island with breakfast bar, granite counters, display shelf, wood cabinetry, a stainless French door refrigerator, and provides deck access. A floor to ceiling brick, wood burning fireplace surrounded by custom bookshelves creates the focal point of the family room that leads to the garage, powder room, and convenient main level laundry room. Two walk in closets, and a luxurious full bath showcasing a skylight, granite dual vanity, soaking tub, and separate shower complementing the spacious primary suite. Three additional bedrooms and a full bath complete the upper level sleeping quarters. Customize the walkout lower level to fit your exact needs. Enjoy outdoor entertaining on the bi level deck and custom brick patio with built in flower beds with serene wooded views overlooking the level landscaped grounds that backs to county owned land. This spectacular home wont last!

Single-familyProperty Type

1990Year Built

0.46 acresLot Size

$339Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Mike Foy • Northrop Realty

•410-531-0321 (broker)

Bought with Courtney Odum-Duncan • RE/MAX Realty Group

•410-730-6100 (broker)

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #MDHW290020

Redfin Estimate

$903,049

$183K since sold in March 2021$31K since September

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This home's estimate is 3.7% higher than the average sale price ($871K) of 6 comparable homes.

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SOLD JUN 12, 2026
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B
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SOLD SEP 22, 2026
$850,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,744 sq ft
3703 Spring Meadow Dr, Ellicott City, MD 21042
SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$820,000
D
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BOUGHT WITH REDFIN AUG 28, 2026
$875,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,778 sq ft
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SOLD APR 23, 2026
$785,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,476 sq ft
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$4,267/mo

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Market trends in 21042, MD

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

102.8%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$861K

$11K MoM

Avg. days on market

18d

4 days MoM

Recently sold homes

171

17 MoM

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Sale history for 3870 Paul Mill Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$11,532 (+4.7%)

2025

$11,016 (+4.7%)

2024

$10,521 (+6.5%)

2023

$9,883 (+5.3%)

$314,600 + $383,200

$697,800

2022

$9,383 (+5.6%)

2021

$8,884 (+0.7%)

2020

$8,819 (+13.4%)

$255,600 + $331,700

$587,300

2019

$7,774 (+7.6%)

2018

$7,224 (−10.1%)

$197,600 + $360,700

$558,300

2017

$8,036 (+11.7%)

2015

$7,197 (+4.0%)

2014

$6,917 (+4.0%)

2013

$6,649 (+4.6%)

2012

$6,355 (+3.3%)

2011

$6,153 (−0.6%)

2010

$6,191 (+48.0%)

2009

$4,182

Tax history for 3870 Paul Mill Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$11,532 (+4.7%)

2025

$11,016 (+4.7%)

2024

$10,521 (+6.5%)

2023

$9,883 (+5.3%)

$314,600 + $383,200

$697,800

2022

$9,383 (+5.6%)

2021

$8,884 (+0.7%)

2020

$8,819 (+13.4%)

$255,600 + $331,700

$587,300

2019

$7,774 (+7.6%)

2018

$7,224 (−10.1%)

$197,600 + $360,700

$558,300

2017

$8,036 (+11.7%)

2015

$7,197 (+4.0%)

2014

$6,917 (+4.0%)

2013

$6,649 (+4.6%)

2012

$6,355 (+3.3%)

2011

$6,153 (−0.6%)

2010

$6,191 (+48.0%)

2009

$4,182

*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

Beds

—

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.46 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,667

Year built

1990

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Howard County

APN

02 330296

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 4, 2026.

R-20

Residential Single District

The R-20 District is established to permit single-family detached dwelling units at approximately 2 units per acre. The District reflects the established single-family neighborhood characteristics of many of the stable residential areas of the county.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Educational/school
Fire house
Recreation
Communications tower

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Additional Storage Area
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 6
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Asphalt Driveway
Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Energy Efficient Appliances, ENERGY STAR Clothes Washer, Icemaker, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Dispenser, Water Heater
Door Features: Sliding Glass, Six Panel
Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Vinyl
Interior Features: Attic, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Carpet, CeilngFan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Master Bath(s), Soaking Tub, Stall Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors, Air Filter System
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: Dry Wall

Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Foyer, Laundry
Laundry Type: Main Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Brick, Mantel(s), Wood

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Other, Connecting Stairway, Daylight, Full, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Unfinished, Windows

Exterior

Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1230
Accessibility Features: Other
Front Foot Fee: $103.50
Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
Improvement Assessed Value: $331,700
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick, Aluminum Siding
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
Roof: Unknown
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Double Pane, Screens, Skylights

Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks

Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $255,600

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,667
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 1,230
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Financial

Tax Information
County Tax: $6,504
Tax Assessed Value: $587,300
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $8,847

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air, Programmable Thermostat
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Location

Homeowners Association Information
HOA Fee: $40
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually

School Information
Elementary School: NORTHFIELD
Middle Or Junior School: BURLEIGH MANOR
High School: CENTENNIAL
School District Name: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Drive north on Clarksville Pike/MD 108. Turn left onto Columbia Road. Turn left onto Gray Rock Drive. Turn left onto Paul Mill Road. Your destination is on the left.

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,667
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: —
County: Howard County
APN: 02 330296

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 4, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Northfield Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi

8/10

Burleigh Manor Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi

10/10

Centennial High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi

9/10

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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

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 103° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

14% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Ellicott City, MD • 21042

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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$858,000 – $1.04M

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Home values near 3870 Paul Mill Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
3844 Paul Mill Road, Ellicott City, MD - Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1980 Sq. Ft.	$786,669
3862 Paul Mill Road, Ellicott City, MD - Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3607 Sq. Ft.	$907,943

Address	Redfin Estimate
3854 Paul Mill Road, Ellicott City, MD - Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2967 Sq. Ft.	$843,694
3866 Paul Mill Road, Ellicott City, MD 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2520 Sq. Ft.	$917,605

Address	Redfin Estimate
3858 Paul Mill Road, Ellicott City, MD 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 5006 Sq. Ft.	$1,076,303
3874 Paul Mill Road, Ellicott City, MD - Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2667 Sq. Ft.	$897,931

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