OPEN HOUSE CANCELLED DUE TO STATUS CHANGE. This charming colonial with wonderful curb appeal is highlighted by a beautiful front entry with upgraded steps and attractive handrails. This home offers 4 spacious bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and is brimming with desirable features throughout. Step inside to a 2-story foyer with hardwood floors that flow through the hallway and main level powder room. A beautifully appointed kitchen is complete with a generously sized island, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, electric range with gas hookup available, pantry, ceramic tile flooring, & backsplash. The inviting eat-in kitchen also offers a newer slider that opens to a lovely screened-in porch. The adjacent deck, which overlooks a fenced level backyard, is perfect space for grilling or soaking up the sun. The large, sunlit family room, anchored by a gas fireplace that is beautifully framed by custom windows on either side, with an additional transom window above creating a striking architectural focal point. Main level laundry is a bonus with built-in cabinets. Upstairs, the primary bedroom features a large walk-in closet and French doors that open to a private bath with double vanities, dual mirrors, a soaking tub, and a separate shower. Three generous size bedrooms and a full bath with a tub/shower combo complete the upstairs. Each of the four bedrooms includes ceiling fans for added comfort. The finished basement adds even more living space, showcasing stylish luxury vinyl flooring, a beautifully tiled full bathroom, a spacious recreation area, and 2 storage rooms. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced back yard, a handy storage shed, and a spacious two-car garage. Some wonderful updates include New Roof (2020), New HVAC (2020), Tankless Hot Water Heater ( 2019) and a water filtration system. Perfectly located between Baltimore and Washington, this home is close to commuter routes, schools and great amenities including historic downtown Sykesville with charming shops, fun festivals, weekly farmer's market and restaurants plus Piney Run Park that offers miles of trails, boating, kayaking, fishing, tennis, pickle ball, playgrounds and more! Welcome Home!
Single-familyProperty Type
2001Year Built
9,319 sq ftLot Size
$250Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Kathy Dixon• Blue Crab Real Estate, LLC
•301-947-4242 (broker)
Bought with Kimmye Stradone• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
Priced to sell and priced below market value and Zestimate! This lovely 4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bathroom, 2 car garage colonial home has many wonderful attributes. The spacious kitchen features a nice sized island, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, wine fridge, gas range, ceramic tile floors and an elegant custom backsplash. This eat-in kitchen leads out to a delightful screened-in porch. Entertain and grill outdoors on the screened porch and adjacent deck overlooking a fully fenced level backyard. The kitchen is open to the generously sized family room which is highlighted by a gorgeous gas fireplace with marble tile and a wood mantle surrounded by custom windows on either side and above creating a bright and welcoming room. The upper level has a sizable master bedroom with a huge walk-in closet and an attached five-piece master bathroom. This master bathroom has a touch of glam with double mirrors, double vanity and a large soaking tub. All four bedrooms have ceiling fans. The seller is providing a flooring credit to replace all the carpet on the main and upper level with an acceptable offer. The walk-up basement is newly renovated with laminate floors that resemble hardwood, a stunning full bathroom with beautiful tile work, a large recreation room, a workshop and an unfinished storage area. Also, plenty of guest parking right around the corner on Norris. This home is conveniently located minutes from Downtown Sykesville, a historic preservation district with a charming Main Street offering shopping, restaurants, concerts & festivals. Piney Run Park is just several miles away and features a 300-acre lake with fishing & boating and over 5 miles of trails. Also only located minutes from Route 26 with restaurants, shops, grocery stores and more! VIEW 360 TOUR
Public Records
Aug 7, 2001
Sold
$262,500
$93/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,555 (+16.3%)
2025
$8,216 (+6.2%)
2024
$7,735 (+4.7%)
2023
$7,388 (+5.6%)
$160,000 + $393,600
$553,600
2022
$6,998 (+5.9%)
2021
$6,606 (+0.4%)
2020
$6,579 (+1.6%)
$140,000 + $308,700
$448,700
2019
$6,478 (+1.4%)
2018
$6,388 (+2.2%)
$140,000 + $287,800
$427,800
2017
$6,248 (+4.7%)
2016
$5,968
$140,000 + $259,100
$399,100
2015
$5,968 (−0.2%)
2014
$5,979 (+0.5%)
2013
$5,951 (+1.8%)
2012
$5,845
2011
$5,843 (+2.6%)
2010
$5,694 (+8.0%)
2009
$5,274
Tax history for 711 Obrecht Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,555 (+16.3%)
2025
$8,216 (+6.2%)
2024
$7,735 (+4.7%)
2023
$7,388 (+5.6%)
$160,000 + $393,600
$553,600
2022
$6,998 (+5.9%)
2021
$6,606 (+0.4%)
2020
$6,579 (+1.6%)
$140,000 + $308,700
$448,700
2019
$6,478 (+1.4%)
2018
$6,388 (+2.2%)
$140,000 + $287,800
$427,800
2017
$6,248 (+4.7%)
2016
$5,968
$140,000 + $259,100
$399,100
2015
$5,968 (−0.2%)
2014
$5,979 (+0.5%)
2013
$5,951 (+1.8%)
2012
$5,845
2011
$5,843 (+2.6%)
2010
$5,694 (+8.0%)
2009
$5,274
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,319 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,822
Year built
2001
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Carroll County
APN
05 092078
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Laundry, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Utility Room, Master Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Gas/Propane
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Walkout Stairs, Fully Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1149
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $548,000
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Builder Name: PREAKNESS HOMES
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
Foundation Details: Permanent
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Screened
Roof: Asphalt
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Screens
Other Structures: Shed
Building Not Winterized
Exterior Information
Sidewalks
Fencing: Rear
Lot Information
Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $160,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,252
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 579
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 570
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
City/Town Tax: $1,771
County Tax: $6,256
Tax Assessed Value: $605,067
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $8,087
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Under Ground
Water Source: Public
Municipal Trash: Yes
Location
School Information
Elementary School: PINEY RIDGE
Middle Or Junior School: SYKESVILLE
High School: CENTURY
School District Name: CARROLL 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
In City Limits
Directions: From Intersection of RT. 26 & Rt. 32 travel south on Rt. 32 to right on Springfield Ave to right on 3rd - 3rd Ave turns into Obrecht Rd follow Obrecht Rd to house 711 on left - lots of extra parking on Norris and Wimmer.
Municipality: Sykesville
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,822
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 9,319 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2001
Year Renovated: —
County: Carroll County
APN: 05 092078
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Piney Ridge Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.8mi
9/10
Sykesville Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
7/10
Century High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
15% 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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Sykesville, MD • 21784
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.2 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$672,000 – $813,000
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