3991 COLLEGE AVENUE, ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21043

$765,000

Country calm in the heart of Ellicott City. With more than 2,700 square feet of living space on nearly a half-acre backing to forest conservation, this custom-built colonial is tucked between the charm of Historic Old Ellicott City and the convenience of Montgomery Road. Designed to take advantage of its… Read More natural setting, meticulously maintained, and recently updated, the home rests in a clearing with wooded surroundings, offering peace and privacy rarely found in such a central location. Inside, you'll find newly refinished hardwoods and neutral paint on the main level. The inviting kitchen features a U-shaped layout with new quartz countertops, light wood cabinetry, stainless appliances, and an expansive breakfast bar that opens to the breakfast and family rooms. Skylights brighten the family room, where a wood-burning fireplace and large picture windows frame backyard views, and French doors open to a stone courtyard. A formal dining room includes a large bay window with sweeping views, while a step-down living room adds another comfortable gathering space. The generous recreation room offers remarkable flexibility with built-in shelving and open space for hobbies, play, exercise, or even a main level office or bedroom, and French doors lead to the large deck. The laundry room and powder room complete this level with comfort and convenience. Upstairs, the generously sized primary suite is a tranquil retreat with a fireplace, private balcony, and large walk-in closet. The accompanying bath includes a skylight, step-in shower, free-standing tub, and dual vanities. Two additional bedrooms, an office loft with bedroom potential, and a second full bath with skylight complete this level. The lower level provides storage and future expansion potential with a rough-in for a full bath, and the walkout connects the magnificent magnolia, butterfly bushes, and front gardens with the serene mature trees, open clearing, and delightful landscaped pond in back. A spacious greenhouse with water access and potting benches, along with in-ground sprinklers, keep the gardens thriving. Notable updates to the home include a 2019 roof with skylights, replacement gutters with leaf system, newly refinished hardwoods (2025), and quartz kitchen countertops (2025). Enjoy all the area offers with Historic Old Ellicott City minutes away, plus Patapsco Valley State Park and Meadowbrook Park Gate nearby. Commuting is a breeze with Routes 29, 100, and 95 close at hand, and MARC service into Washington, DC from Dorsey Station. With its wooded backdrop, versatile living spaces, and thoughtfully designed gardens, this home offers a lifestyle both grounded in nature and connected to everything around it. Forest behind you. Everything else ahead. Read Less

Courtesy of Tim McIntyre, The KW Collective [email protected]

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Days Online

Last Updated

Aug 31, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

2,738

Lot Size

0.47 Acres

Year Built

1989

MLS Number

MDHW2058904

30 Days Snapshot Of 21043

$666k

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-31%

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+23%

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Appliances & Equipment

Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Freezer, Icemaker, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater

Basement

Full, Walkout Level, Side Entrance, Garage Access, Interior Access

Building

2,738 sqft living area, 2,738 sqft above grade (finished), 1,508 sqft below grade (unfinished), Built in 1989, Structure Type: Detached, Wall & Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Cathedral Ceilings, Dry Wall, 3 levels, Colonial, Vinyl Siding

Cooling

Central Air, Electric, Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat

Doors

French

Exterior Features

Gutter System, Underground Lawn Sprinkler

Fees

Front Foot Fee Pymt Freq: Annually

Fence

Partially

Fireplaces

2 fireplaces, Mantel(s), Wood

Floors

Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminated

Garage

2 garage spaces

Heating

Electric, Heat Pump(s)

Interior Features

Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Skylight(s), Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors

Laundry

Main Floor

Lot

20,298 sqft, 0.47 acres, Backs to Trees

Parking

Paved Driveway

Property

Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony, Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es), View: Trees/Woods

Roof

Asphalt, Shingle

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

County Tax: $6,555, County Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, Tax Annual Amount: $8,807, Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Hot Water: Electric, Natural Gas Available

Windows

Bay/Bow, Double Pane, Palladian, Screens, Skylights

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