This gorgeous converted Victorian farm house is set on a stunning lot with views of protected farmland in a rural setting that is also ideally located close to downtown Westminster and Hampstead along with 140, 30 and commuter routes. The crown jewel of the property is the main home with a large kitchen, formal dining, and two large living rooms, a walk around porch with views of the picturesque farmland for miles, layered decks and a balcony. The great room is spacious and cozy with doors to access the wrap-around porch and courtyard and a large wood burning fireplace. Enjoy reading a favorite book from the window seat overlooking the spacious yard. The lower level has been an entertaining spot for decades and has a flow that allows for easy entertaining and is sure to be the place everyone loves to gather. Upstairs has room for everyone with 5 bedrooms and 3 baths, with spacious primary suite. The primary bath has been updated with a spa-like shower, walk-in closet and private porch overlooking the courtyard that is truly a dream. The third level is a walk up attic that has been used as a bedroom, guest room, playroom and teen lounge over the years. Back downstairs, a mudroom with laundry makes coming and going a breeze. A center courtyard between the main house and garage/ carriage house is your personal secret garden. Tenant house/in-law suite (utilities billed separately) features 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath, living room kitchen, laundry room, four seasons room, deck and 1 car garage! Currently rents for $1,100/month, tenant would love to stay. Roof, windows, furnace, pressure tank, garage doors, vinyl rear fence, gutters/downspouts and garage deck are all less than 4 years old! The property includes a detached 3 car garage, large front porch, deck and multi level back porch all overlooking gorgeous farmland that is in AG preserve, so the views will never change! Don't miss the sunsets from this property, they will take your breath away. Welcome Home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1865Year Built
1.5 acresLot Size
$174Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Kelly Schuit• Next Step Realty
•443-901-2200 (broker)
•broker@nextsteprealtymd.com (broker)
Bought with Crystal Murphy• Inch & Co. Real Estate, LLC
Welcome to Bella Breeze! This gorgeous converted farm house victorian features a separate tenant house/in-law suite. Main house has room for everyone with 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, with spacious master suite. The master has a large bath with jetted tub, separate shower, walk-in closet and private porch overlooking the courtyard. The main level features a farmhouse kitchen with exposed beams and plenty of counter space and room for storage. A mudroom with laundry makes coming and going a breeze. The great room is spacious and cozy and the formal living and dining rooms make entertaining in this modernized farmhouse seamless! A wrap around porch offers views of the picturesque farmland for miles. A center courtyard between the main house and garage/ carriage house is your personal secret garden. All appliances have been updated/replaced within 5 years (heat pump, AC, well pump, sump pump, dishwasher, refrigerator, water heater, etc) ! Tenant house/in-law suite (utilities billed separately) features 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath, living room kitchen, laundry room, four seasons room, deck and 1 car garage! Currently rents for $800/month, tenant is willing to stay. Suite could easily rent for up to $1,200! The property boasts a detached 3 car garage, large front porch, deck and multi level back porch all overlooking gorgeous farmland that is in AG preserve, so the views will never change! Don't miss the sunsets from this property, they will take your breath away. * * Ask me if your monthly payment could be $2,200/ month here with 5% down (subject to pre-approval) Video tour link: https://youtu. be/TL-d0sFsbjw
BRIGHT MLS #MDCR195516
Jun 19, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Jun 16, 2020
Price Changed
$650,000
$163/sq ft
Apr 9, 2020
Listing Removed
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Apr 9, 2020
Listed
$675,000
$170/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 27, 1996
Sold
$237,000
$60/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 17, 1996
Sold
$160,000
$40/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 28, 1985
Sold
$53,000
$13/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$859 (−24.0%)
$145,000 + $479,500
$624,500
2025
$1,131 (−82.0%)
$145,000 + $479,500
$624,500
2024
$6,268 (+15.3%)
$135,000 + $493,400
$628,400
2023
$5,438 (+18.0%)
2022
$4,609 (+0.5%)
2021
$4,585 (−0.4%)
$135,000 + $271,200
$406,200
2020
$4,602 (+0.5%)
2019
$4,578 (+2.9%)
2018
$4,451 (+2.0%)
2017
$4,365 (+2.0%)
2016
$4,279
$135,000 + $241,800
$376,800
2015
$4,280 (−6.5%)
$135,000 + $241,800
$376,800
2014
$4,577
$145,000 + $254,700
$399,700
2013
$4,577 (+0.7%)
2012
$4,545 (+0.3%)
2011
$4,534 (+7.3%)
2010
$4,224 (+7.3%)
2009
$3,936
Tax history for 1557 Fridinger Mill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$859 (−24.0%)
$145,000 + $479,500
$624,500
2025
$1,131 (−82.0%)
$145,000 + $479,500
$624,500
2024
$6,268 (+15.3%)
$135,000 + $493,400
$628,400
2023
$5,438 (+18.0%)
2022
$4,609 (+0.5%)
2021
$4,585 (−0.4%)
$135,000 + $271,200
$406,200
2020
$4,602 (+0.5%)
2019
$4,578 (+2.9%)
2018
$4,451 (+2.0%)
2017
$4,365 (+2.0%)
2016
$4,279
$135,000 + $241,800
$376,800
2015
$4,280 (−6.5%)
$135,000 + $241,800
$376,800
2014
$4,577
$145,000 + $254,700
$399,700
2013
$4,577 (+0.7%)
2012
$4,545 (+0.3%)
2011
$4,534 (+7.3%)
2010
$4,224 (+7.3%)
2009
$3,936
*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
1.5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,106
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Carroll County
APN
06 006116
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 8, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Features: Covered Parking
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 3
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Detached Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 5
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1121
Improvement Assessed Value: $493,400
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $135,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,976
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 1,121
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $6,264
Tax Assessed Value: $554,333
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $6,324
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2024
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Private Septic Tank
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: CARROLL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: 1557 FridingerNon
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,106
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: —
County: Carroll County
APN: 06 006116
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 8, 2026
Around this home
Schools
William Winchester Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.3mi
8/10
Westminster East Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.5mi
7/10
Winters Mill High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.4mi
7/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
11% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Westminster, MD • 21157
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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
$658,000 – $796,000
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