Beautiful colonial-style home boasting historic charm, light-filled interiors, and hardwood floors! Living and dining rooms adorned with lofty windows and neutral color palette; Spacious eat-in kitchen embellished with wainscotting, crown molding, pantry, and casual dining area; Laundry room and full bath conclude the main level; Primary bedroom, three additional bedrooms, full bath, walk-in closet, and sunroom conclude the upper-level sleeping quarters; Expansive attic with cathedral ceilings, exposed brick, and office | hobby room; The exterior features 1-car detached garage, landscaping, deck, above ground pool, covered front porch, and pastoral views; Recent updates: Septic system, gutters, paint, and more! A MUST-SEE! Home is owned by a children's book author wrote and published 4 books during his time at the home.
5 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Lynn Banks
Redfin Associate agent
Older home with good bones. Needs work and updates but it's a blank slate and the home is in a great location with pastoral views. Pool is functional as well.
5 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Aisha Howard
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 8609 Yellow Springs Rd
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHTMLS #MDFR2029390
Dec 20, 2022
Rental Removed
—
BRIGHT MLS #MDFR2023654
Dec 16, 2022
Listing Removed
—
Nov 29, 2022
Relisted
—
Nov 23, 2022
Contingent
—
Nov 2, 2022
Relisted
—
Nov 1, 2022
Listing Removed
—
Oct 11, 2022
Price Changed
$438,000
$279/sq ft
Oct 5, 2022
Price Changed
$440,000
$281/sq ft
Sep 29, 2022
Price Changed
$442,000
$282/sq ft
Sep 16, 2022
Price Changed
$447,000
$285/sq ft
Aug 30, 2022
Price Changed
$449,000
$286/sq ft
Aug 22, 2022
Price Changed
$457,000
$291/sq ft
Aug 5, 2022
Listed
$459,500
$293/sq ft
Aug 1, 2022
Coming Soon
*
BRIGHT MLS #MDFR2010954
Mar 10, 2022
Sold
$280,000
$179/sq ft
Feb 25, 2022
Pending
—
Feb 18, 2022
Contingent
—
Feb 1, 2022
Price Changed
$295,000
$188/sq ft
Jan 20, 2022
Listed
$310,000
$198/sq ft
MRIS #FR6122067
Oct 19, 2006
Delisted
—
Jul 14, 2006
Listed
*
MRIS #FR2027312
Sep 19, 1996
Delisted
—
Aug 24, 1996
Listed
*
Public Records
Sep 2, 1992
Sold
$115,000
$73/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,632 (+10.3%)
$125,800 + $189,900
$315,700
2024
$3,294 (+16.0%)
2023
$2,840 (+2.8%)
2022
$2,762 (+2.0%)
$75,400 + $156,400
$231,800
2021
$2,706 (+3.9%)
2020
$2,604 (+0.9%)
2019
$2,580
$75,400 + $136,100
$211,500
2018
$2,578 (+1.8%)
2017
$2,531 (+9.2%)
$75,400 + $129,800
$205,200
2015
$2,319 (−0.3%)
$68,200 + $117,100
$185,300
2014
$2,327
2013
$2,327 (−1.3%)
2012
$2,358 (+4.7%)
2011
$2,251
2010
$2,251 (+37.8%)
2009
$1,634
Tax history for 8609 Yellow Springs Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,632 (+10.3%)
$125,800 + $189,900
$315,700
2024
$3,294 (+16.0%)
2023
$2,840 (+2.8%)
2022
$2,762 (+2.0%)
$75,400 + $156,400
$231,800
2021
$2,706 (+3.9%)
2020
$2,604 (+0.9%)
2019
$2,580
$75,400 + $136,100
$211,500
2018
$2,578 (+1.8%)
2017
$2,531 (+9.2%)
$75,400 + $129,800
$205,200
2015
$2,319 (−0.3%)
$68,200 + $117,100
$185,300
2014
$2,327
2013
$2,327 (−1.3%)
2012
$2,358 (+4.7%)
2011
$2,251
2010
$2,251 (+37.8%)
2009
$1,634
*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
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.38 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,568
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Frederick County
APN
21 418633
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
R1
Residential District 1
The purpose of the residential density districts is to promote healthful and convenient distribution of population with sufficient densities to maintain a high standard of physical design and community service. Residential density districts will conform to the County Comprehensive Plan and will be located within areas identified for residential development. The districts, as a group, are intended to provide for a variety of dwelling types and densities and to offer housing choices at various economic levels. It is further the intent to establish various densities of residential developments in order to efficiently and effectively provide for necessary public services and facilities. The following residential density districts and maximum densities are hereby established.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Oversized
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Detached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Dryer, Freezer, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Electric, Stove, Washer, Water Heater, Exhaust Fan
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Den, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Attic
Laundry Type: Main Floor, Has Laundry
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Unfinished, Outside Entrance, Walkout Stairs, Windows
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 784
Accessibility Features: Other
Improvement Assessed Value: $136,100
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
Roof: Metal
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Insulated, Screens, Wood Frame
Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting
Pool Information
Personal Pool
Above Ground
Lot Information
Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Trees/Wooded
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $75,400
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,568
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 784
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $2,558
Tax Assessed Value: $218,267
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $2,558
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
Elementary School: YELLOW SPRINGS
Middle Or Junior School: MONOCACY
High School: GOVERNOR THOMAS JOHNSON
School District Name: FREDERICK 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: Follow US-15 N to exit 14 for Rosemont Ave. Keep right at the fork and merge onto Rosemont Ave. Drive to Yellow Springs Rd. Merge onto Rosemont Ave. Continue onto Yellow Springs Rd. At the traffic circle, continue straight to stay on Yellow Springs Rd. Destination will be on the right. Welcome Home!
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,568
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.38 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Frederick County
APN: 21 418633
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Yellow Springs Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
8/10
Monocacy Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
6/10
Gov. Thomas Johnson High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.5mi
5/10
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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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
7% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Frederick, MD • 21702
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 3.9 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$480,000 – $581,000
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