Welcome to 959 Leisters Church Road! Nestled in a peaceful Westminster setting, this home offers the quiet feel of country living while still providing an easy commute to both Baltimore and Frederick. This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home sits on a spacious 0.39-acre lot. The large unfinished basement offers plenty of storage or room for future projects and includes a wood stove for supplemental heat. Outside, you'll find a fully fenced backyard with space to relax, garden, entertain, or let pets play, along with an oversized driveway that can accommodate 10+ vehicles, perfect for guests, work vehicles, RVs, or additional parking needs. There is no HOA, giving you added flexibility and fewer restrictions. Enjoy the space and flexibility of a larger lot while still being just a short drive from shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. Recent updates and replacements include: New well pump installed 2024, replaced hose bib, well covers, gutter extensions, and washing machine. Fence was finished in 2023. Electric charger installed (220volts) 2025. Drain installed by porch along the sitting area. Bilco doors have been reinforced with metal. The back line of the fence horizontal the home, and the left back side of the fence are owned by the neighbor paving company. Current seller added the rest of the fence to make the backyard fully enclosed. The basement contains a working wood stove (save money on your electric bill), a PH Nuetralizer, water softener, and dehumidifier. The basement walls have been drylocked. There is an active radon mitigations system already installed, giving buyers one less thing to worry about. The seller is leaving extra hardwood, tiles, grout, and paint for the home for any small touchups desired.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.39 acresLot Size
$332Price/Sq.Ft.
10 spacesParking
Listed by Bethany Gosnell• The Agency DC
•202-888-1127 (broker)
•alex@theagencydc.com (broker)
Bought with Paul O'Malley• Cummings & Co. Realtors
Est. $1,878 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 959 Leisters Church Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #MDCR2036368
Sep 3, 2026
Sold
$381,900
$332/sq ft
Jul 28, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 25, 2026
Listed
$375,000
$326/sq ft
Jul 21, 2026
Coming Soon
$375,000
$326/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #MDCR2015568
Sep 1, 2023
Sold
$345,000
$299/sq ft
Aug 14, 2023
Pending
—
Aug 9, 2023
Listed
$335,000
$291/sq ft
Aug 3, 2023
Coming Soon
$335,000
$291/sq ft
+18
This absolutely charming Cape Cod sits upon over 1/3 acres and will WOW you with it's large L-shaped fenced yard (cedar!). With 3 gates (2 of which are doubles) you'll have easy access for mowing, towing, or stowing. Lot's of room for entertaining, playing, gardening etc. And with a double-wide driveway, there will be plenty of parking for all of your guests. Inside, you'll find a bright living room space with updated LVP flooring and a sightline to the kitchen via a large pass-through. The updated kitchen boasts black stainless appliances, a ceramic backsplash, white cabinetry, table space, a large laundry room closet and access to the backyard. An oversized sink will make doing the dishes easier, if not more enjoyable! Two bedrooms are on the main level, both with ceiling fans, wood flooring and plenty of light. , A hall bath with a tub/shower rounds out the main level of this home. Upstairs, what is currently one large finished space could easily be divided into a bedroom & office? den/sitting room? or two bedrooms -- customize to fit your needs. The lower level is currently unfinished but has natural light, some studding in place already and bilko doors for access to the backyard. Rural setting centrally located to Westminster, Hampstead, Manchester and minutes from commuter routes. Call your agent and make an appointment today!
The purpose of the R-40,000 Residence District is primarily to provide a location for single-family residential development, the individual lots of which generally contain a minimum of 40,000 sq ft. This district is generally not intended to be served with public water or sewerage facilities although in special situations, it may be. The district would generally coincide with areas designated for low-density residential development on the Master Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Public service
Educational/school
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 10
Driveway - # of Spaces: 10
Asphalt Driveway
Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 720
Improvement Assessed Value: $231,300
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Fencing: Wood
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $100,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,152
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 720
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $3,173
Tax Assessed Value: $297,633
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $3,233
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2026
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: CARROLL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Rt. 27 to Rt. 482/Hampstead Mexico Road to Old Manchester to Leisters Church
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,152
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.39 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Carroll County
APN: 06 015662
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Cranberry Station Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.7mi
5/10
Westminster East Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.1mi
7/10
Winters Mill High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 103° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
13% 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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Historical weather
Westminster, MD • 21157
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 26% for direct sun exposure in Westminster. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.9 hrs
6.5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$351,000 – $424,000
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