Beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated, this exceptional 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath two-story home is nestled on a private corner lot in one of Howard County's most desirable communities. Backing onto mature trees, it offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and convenience. A welcoming foyer opens to bright, spacious living areas designed for everyday living and entertaining. The updated eat-in kitchen features granite countertops, a center island, a five-burner gas range, and abundant cabinetry, with sliding doors leading to a light-filled Florida room—an ideal space to enjoy morning coffee, relax, or gather with family and friends year-round. The spacious primary suite offers a walk-in closet and a private bath. The finished lower level expands your living space with a large family room featuring a cozy electric fireplace, sliding doors to the lower deck, a fourth bedroom, a half bath with potential to become a full bath, and a dedicated laundry area with ample storage. Recent updates provide added peace of mind, including a roof (2018), HVAC system and gas water heater (2019), active radon mitigation system, and new clothes washer (2025). Ethernet wiring throughout most of the home adds modern convenience for remote work and streaming. Outdoor enthusiasts will love being just minutes from Patapsco Valley State Park, while commuters will appreciate easy access to Baltimore, Washington, D. C. , Annapolis, BWI Airport, the MARC station, and shopping. This move-in-ready home offers the perfect combination of location, updates, and timeless appeal.
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
9,135 sq ftLot Size
$295Price/Sq.Ft.
$55/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by R. J. Christian• CENTURY 21 New Millennium
Est. $2,944 per month, based on comparable rentals
Redfin agents who toured
This home has nice curb appeal and shows beautifully. The spacious kitchen has granite countertops, room for a table and 4 chairs and SS appliances. There is a gorgeous 3 season room off the kitchen with gray carpeting and slides that lead to steps...
to the backyard. The backyard slopes sharply downhill away from the house. There are active train tracks nearby. The finished basement has a large rec room, a full bath and a bedroom.
10 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Joy Merski
Redfin Associate agent
Sale and tax history for 6242 Patuxent Quarter Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #MDHW2070396
Jul 31, 2026
Sold
$550,000
$295/sq ft
Jul 6, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 2, 2026
Listed
$640,000
$343/sq ft
MRIS #HW9871838
Apr 19, 2017
Sold
$395,000
$212/sq ft
Mar 7, 2017
Pending
—
Mar 1, 2017
Listed
**
$212/sq ft
+22
BRIGHT MLS #1000009860
Apr 19, 2017
Sold
$395,000
$212/sq ft
Mar 1, 2017
Listed
$395,000
$212/sq ft
+22
Beautifully maintained home in Howard County! Special features include welcoming foyer, spacious living rm, updated eat-in kitchen w/ island & sliders to a wonderful sun porch! Master suite boasts walk-in closet & private updated bath. Finished basement offers large family rm w/ sliders to lower deck, 4th BR, 1/2 bath (could be full) plus laundry area w/ storage! Private fenced lot backs to trees!
The R-12 District is established to provide single-family detached and semi-detached residential uses. The district provides a choice of housing types typically on lots less than a 0.5 acre.
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, Garage Door Opener