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Off Market Feb 2026 for $885K

$967,870

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,639/mo

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3,229

sq ft

9733 Starling Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21042

About this home

Lovely home in McKenzie Meadows sited on nearly one-half acre lot backing to deep wooded Howard County open space. The ultimate in a private beautiful treed setting. The lot is wider than deep with ample side yard separation to the right for your outdoor enjoyment. The rear, once fully fenced, offers peaceful security for your four-legged friends. Enter the spacious foyer, flanked by a formal LR and DR all with natural hardwood flooring. Embrace the rear view from the updated kitchen with natural cherry cabinetry, granite counters, recently replaced stainless steel appliances include built-in microwave/convection oven, French door refrigerator w/ freezer drawer and gas cooktop. Breakfast room framed by walk in bay window and open to the family room with impressive brick chimney, gas fireplace with mantle and Atrium door open to the two level Trex decks with stair to the rear yard. The upper level offers front to rear primary suite with vaulted ceiling, space for a California king bed, dressing area framed by ample closets, primary bath with soaking tub, separate shower, water closet and double sink vanity. Three additional bedrooms, hall bath with double sinks and upper-level laundry closet with shelving. The finished lower level provides so much useful space to include a thoughtful office/library that will delight, a wet-bar complete with under-counter refrigerator, full bath and spacious recreation room with opportunity for entertainment, study or guest space. Lower-level walk out to a 'decked' patio and fully exposed rear wall with double-hung windows for ample natural light. Andersen windows, recently replaced exterior doors and warm gas heat will comfort you in the winter; central A/C and shade will cool you in the summer. HVAC new 2019; 50-year shingles on roof installed 2015. Loved by the current owners for decades, beautifully maintained and improved; situated in a cul-de-sac neighborhood with non-thru traffic. Convenient to all that Ellicott City can offer, easy access to Rt. 70 and beyond. Settle in and enjoy. Welcome Home.

Single-familyProperty Type

1990Year Built

0.47 acresLot Size

$300Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Buyer's agent

Maribelle Dizon Redfin Corp

301-658-6186 (broker)

Listed by Sharon Keeny • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

•410-730-3456 (broker)

•columbia@longandfoster.com (broker)

Listed by Laura Glick • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

•410-730-3456 (broker)

•columbia@longandfoster.com (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #MDHW2064328

Redfin Estimate

$967,870

$83K since sold in February 2026$1,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 5.5% higher than the average sale price ($918K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 12, 2026
$915,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths3,052 sq ft
9704 Oriole Ct, Ellicott City, MD 21042
SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$915,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths3,214 sq ft
2389 Ballard Way, Ellicott City, MD 21042
SOLD JUL 14, 2026
$950,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths3,110 sq ft
9717 Starling Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21042
SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$925,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths3,216 sq ft
10226 Tarpley Ct, Ellicott City, MD 21042
SOLD MAY 4, 2026
$1,000,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths3,884 sq ft
9603 Sparrow Ct, Ellicott City, MD 21042
SOLD DEC 17, 2025
$801,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths2,470 sq ft
9987 Old Mill Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21042

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Market trends in 21042, MD

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

103.0%

+0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$786K

$31K MoM

Avg. days on market

13d

5 days MoM

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158

27 MoM

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Sale history for 9733 Starling Rd

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$9,732 (+5.0%)

2024

$9,268 (+6.6%)

2023

$8,698 (+5.2%)

$269,800 + $333,100

$602,900

2022

$8,265 (+4.4%)

2021

$7,915 (−1.4%)

2020

$8,029 (−1.7%)

$201,800 + $318,300

$520,100

2019

$8,169 (+3.8%)

$201,800 + $318,300

$520,100

2018

$7,873 (+2.4%)

$197,800 + $328,800

$526,600

2017

$7,690 (+13.0%)

2015

$6,806 (+3.9%)

$197,800 + $294,700

$492,500

2014

$6,552 (+3.4%)

2013

$6,335 (+3.8%)

2012

$6,105 (+3.2%)

2011

$5,917 (+0.3%)

2010

$5,896 (+52.0%)

2009

$3,880

Tax history for 9733 Starling Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$9,732 (+5.0%)

2024

$9,268 (+6.6%)

2023

$8,698 (+5.2%)

$269,800 + $333,100

$602,900

2022

$8,265 (+4.4%)

2021

$7,915 (−1.4%)

2020

$8,029 (−1.7%)

$201,800 + $318,300

$520,100

2019

$8,169 (+3.8%)

$201,800 + $318,300

$520,100

2018

$7,873 (+2.4%)

$197,800 + $328,800

$526,600

2017

$7,690 (+13.0%)

2015

$6,806 (+3.9%)

$197,800 + $294,700

$492,500

2014

$6,552 (+3.4%)

2013

$6,335 (+3.8%)

2012

$6,105 (+3.2%)

2011

$5,917 (+0.3%)

2010

$5,896 (+52.0%)

2009

$3,880

*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

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.47 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,812

Year built

1990

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Howard County

APN

02 329255

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 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
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 6
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Asphalt Driveway
Attached Garage, Driveway

Interior

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 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3

Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Icemaker, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
Door Features: Atrium, Six Panel, Sliding Glass
Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Solid Hardwood
Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Bar, Soaking Tub, Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Carpet, CeilngFan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Master Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Upgraded Countertops, Wet/Dry Bar, Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Wine Storage
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: Vaulted Ceilings

Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Office, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Master Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Laundry Type: Upper Floor, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Brick, Fireplace - Glass Doors, Mantel(s), Gas/Propane

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Daylight, Full, Fully Finished, Improved, Sump Pump, Walkout Level, Windows
Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
Basement Finished Percent: 95.00

Exterior

Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1120
Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
Improvement Assessed Value: $412,500
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Details: Slab
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Bay/Bow, Double Pane, Insulated, Screens, Skylights, Transom, Casement
Other Structures: Shed

Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks
Fencing: Split Rail

Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs - Parkland, Backs to Trees, Private, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Sloping
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $329,800

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,252
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 143
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 977
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Financial

Tax Information
County Tax: $7,327
Tax Assessed Value: $649,367
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $9,765

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025

Utilities

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

Location

School Information
Elementary School: WAVERLY
Middle Or Junior School: PATAPSCO
High School: MT. HEBRON
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: Old Frederick Road at Bethany Lane to Old Mill Road which becomes Gudel Drive to Starling Road to property on the left
Location Type: Suburban

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,812
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.47 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: —
County: Howard County
APN: 02 329255

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Waverly Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi

10/10

Patapsco Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi

9/10

Mount Hebron High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi

9/10

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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

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, 3 days in 30 years

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Ellicott City, MD • 21042

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Sun exposure

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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$920,000 – $1.11M

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Home values near 9733 Starling Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
9717 Starling Rd, Ellicott City, MD 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3110 Sq. Ft.	$956,530
9729 Starling Rd, Ellicott City, MD 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4714 Sq. Ft.	$980,793

Address	Redfin Estimate
9721 Starling Rd, Ellicott City, MD - Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3368 Sq. Ft.	$879,369
9710 Starling Rd, Ellicott City, MD - Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3484 Sq. Ft.	$903,539

Address	Redfin Estimate
9725 Starling Rd, Ellicott City, MD - Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3084 Sq. Ft.	$828,509
9714 Starling Rd, Ellicott City, MD 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2240 Sq. Ft.	$903,155

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