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Off market may 2025 for $829K

$892,030

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,149/mo

•

3,736

sq ft

870 River Rd, Sykesville, MD 21784

About this home

Offer deadline of Monday April 28 at 6 PM. Welcome to your dream retreat in Sykesville! Nestled on 5 beautiful acres, this updated home offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and country charm—just minutes from everything. With recent updates including a brand-new roof and HVAC system and more PLUS energy efficient owned SOLAR system allows for tru easy living. Inside, you’ll love the spacious layout and generously sized rooms—perfect for everyday living and entertaining alike. Step outside to your own backyard paradise featuring a large deck with a hot tub and gazebo for shady relaxation, plus an above-ground pool for summer fun. Numerous perennial herbs and berries are ready of your enjoyment. Equestrians will be right at home here with a 2-stall barn and unbeatable access to Patapsco State Park trails—just across the street! Not an equestrian? The park is a true gem for hikers, dog walkers and nature enthusiasts with its thousands of acres and all just steps away. NOTE - current low interest 3% VA loan can be assumed. Balance just under $500k. Located in a top-rated school district with easy commuter routes to DC, Baltimore, Columbia, Annapolis, and Frederick, this property truly has it all: peace, privacy, and convenience. Come experience the best of both worlds—country living with city access—in this Sykesville gem!

Single-familyProperty Type

1979Year Built

5.03 acresLot Size

$239Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 car garageParking

Listed by Tracy Diamond • EXP Realty, LLC

•888-860-7369 (broker)

•md.broker@exprealty.net (broker)

Bought with Emily Trageser • Compass

•443-873-3585 (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #MDHW2052028

Redfin Estimate

$892,030

$63K since sold in May 2025$56K since September

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This home's estimate is 7% lower than the average sale price ($959K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JAN 23, 2026
$789,000
A
4 beds3 baths3,450 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$975,000
B
4 beds3 baths4,207 sq ft
11440 Old Frederick Rd, Marriottsville, MD 21104
SOLD SEP 15, 2026
$1,055,000
C
5 beds4 baths3,740 sq ft
1225 Crows Foot Rd, Marriottsville, MD 21104
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$1,125,000
D
4 beds3 baths5,832 sq ft
13365 Forsythe Rd, Sykesville, MD 21784
SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$850,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths3,370 sq ft
1258 Heritage Farms Ct, Sykesville, MD 21784
SOLD MAY 18, 2026
$960,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths4,422 sq ft
12839 Forest Creek Ct, Sykesville, MD 21784

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Market trends in 21784, MD

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.8%

0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$565K

$9K MoM

Avg. days on market

22d

3 days MoM

Recently sold homes

177

3 MoM

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Sale history for 870 River Rd

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #MDHW2052028

May 27, 2025

Sold

$829,000

$222/sq ft

Apr 29, 2025

Contingent

—

Apr 24, 2025

Listed

$819,000

$219/sq ft

Apr 16, 2025

Coming Soon

$819,000

$219/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1006153640

Nov 8, 2018

Sold

$580,000

$155/sq ft

Oct 8, 2018

Pending

—

Sep 27, 2018

Listed

$575,000

$154/sq ft

+25

Public Records

Oct 3, 2003

Sold

$442,000

$118/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 17, 1991

Sold

$248,000

$66/sq ft

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$10,547 (+6.4%)

2025

$9,911 (+6.9%)

2024

$9,275 (+5.2%)

2023

$8,813 (+4.0%)

$256,400 + $378,500

$634,900

2022

$8,471 (+3.3%)

2021

$8,198 (+2.1%)

2020

$8,027 (+1.8%)

$240,200 + $327,900

$568,100

2019

$7,885 (+7.3%)

2018

$7,349 (+0.5%)

$213,700 + $323,100

$536,800

2017

$7,309 (+6.8%)

2015

$6,842 (+4.6%)

2014

$6,540 (+4.6%)

2013

$6,252 (+8.5%)

2012

$5,761 (+3.8%)

2011

$5,551 (−1.7%)

2010

$5,645 (+30.8%)

2009

$4,317

Tax history for 870 River Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$10,547 (+6.4%)

2025

$9,911 (+6.9%)

2024

$9,275 (+5.2%)

2023

$8,813 (+4.0%)

$256,400 + $378,500

$634,900

2022

$8,471 (+3.3%)

2021

$8,198 (+2.1%)

2020

$8,027 (+1.8%)

$240,200 + $327,900

$568,100

2019

$7,885 (+7.3%)

2018

$7,349 (+0.5%)

$213,700 + $323,100

$536,800

2017

$7,309 (+6.8%)

2015

$6,842 (+4.6%)

2014

$6,540 (+4.6%)

2013

$6,252 (+8.5%)

2012

$5,761 (+3.8%)

2011

$5,551 (−1.7%)

2010

$5,645 (+30.8%)

2009

$4,317

*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

5.03 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,736

Year built

1979

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Howard County

APN

03 289400

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 4, 2026.

RR-DEO

Rural Residential-Density Exchange Option Overlay District

The Rural Residential District is established to allow low density residential development within a rural environment. The Rural Residential District is intended for an area of the County which is already largely committed to low density residential subdivisions. Within the RR District, agriculture is permitted as well as residential development in both cluster and non-cluster forms. Cluster development is permitted in order to protect environmental and landscape resources and to preserve agricultural land.; The DEO Overlay District is established to provide land owners in the RC and RR Districts with opportunity and incentive to preserve significant blocks of farmland in the rural area of the county. This district is also intended to encourage the clustering of residential development in areas where the development will not have an adverse impact on farm operations. To accomplish this, the DEO District allows residential density in the RC and RR Districts to be exchanged between parcels. Density exchanges in the District should result in large parcels being preserved in perpetuity, while residential development is directed toward parcels which are able to absorb the additional dwellings.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Educational/school
Fire house
Recreation
Communications tower
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 4
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 4
Attached Garage

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 1

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

Interior Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Icemaker, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer, Refrigerator
Door Features: Insulated, Sliding Glass
Interior Features: Attic, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Country, Dining Area, Breakfast Area, Kitchen - Eat-In, Entry Level Bedroom, Master Bath(s), Floor Plan - Open
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Den, Basement, Laundry, Storage Room, Utility Room, Attic
Laundry Type: Lower Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Rear Entrance, Sump Pump, Daylight, Full, Improved, Heated, Full, Outside Entrance, Shelving, Walkout Level, Windows

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1600
Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
Horse: Yes
Horse Amenities: Horse Trails, Stable(s)
Improvement Assessed Value: $469,100
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Combination, Brick
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Bay/Bow, Insulated
Other Structures: Barn/Stable, Barn/Farm Building

Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights, Hot Tub

Pool Information
Personal Pool
Above Ground

Lot Information
Lot Features: Open, Backs to Trees
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $306,400

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,136
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,600
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
County Tax: $7,339
Tax Assessed Value: $681,767
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $9,323

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025

Utilities

Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Heat Pump(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump(s), Central, Zoned
Heating Fuel: Oil, Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Septic Exists
Water Source: Well

Location

School Information
Middle Or Junior School: MOUNT VIEW
High School: MARRIOTTS RIDGE
School District Name: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Use GPS
Municipality: Sykesville

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,736
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5.03 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: —
County: Howard County
APN: 03 289400

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 4, 2026

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Schools

West Friendship Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.9mi

10/10

Mount View Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi

9/10

Marriotts Ridge High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi

10/10

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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

0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

17% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

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

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$848,000 – $1.03M

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Home values near 870 River Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1015 River Rd, Sykesville, MD - Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2954 Sq. Ft.	$589,452
840 River Rd, Sykesville, MD 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2547 Sq. Ft.	$810,102

Address	Redfin Estimate
1045 River Rd, Sykesville, MD - Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1775 Sq. Ft.	$552,615
880 River Rd, Sykesville, MD - Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3130 Sq. Ft.	$1,109,121

Address	Redfin Estimate
1005 River Rd, Sykesville, MD - Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2376 Sq. Ft.	$672,396
850 River Rd, Sykesville, MD - Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2712 Sq. Ft.	$742,737

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