Beautifully Updated 4 bedroom, 3 bath Colonial in Ellicott City's Sought-After Dorsey Hall community. Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in Ellicott City's desirable Dorsey Hall community, this beautifully maintained Colonial offers an open-concept layout, a finished walkout lower level, and numerous updates throughout that include the water heater (2016), HVAC (2022), siding (2018), sliding doors, and roof (2007). The renovated kitchen is a chef’s delight, featuring granite countertops, rich wood cabinetry, a peninsula island, stainless steel appliances—including a new refrigerator and microwave—and an inviting breakfast area. Sunlight fills the main level, where spacious living and dining rooms each offer French doors that open to an expansive deck—perfect for indoor-outdoor entertaining. Upstairs, the primary suite boasts a walk-in closet and a private bath with a stall shower. Two additional bedrooms and a full hall bath complete the upper level. The walkout lower level features a cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace set in a brick and wood accent wall, a fourth bedroom, full bath, and ample storage space. Enjoy outdoor living on the shaded patio and large deck overlooking open views and scenic hiking trails. Conveniently located close to major commuter routes, shopping, dining, and entertainment—this home truly has it all!.
Sold for $680,000
$680,000
4688 Smokey Wreath Way, Ellicott City, MD 21042
4beds
2,542sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
9,892 Square Feet Lot
$695,000 Zestimate®
$268/sqft
$3,781 Estimated rent
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$695,000
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Wood-burning fireplaceRenovated kitchenFinished walkout lower levelWalk-in closetScenic hiking trailsFrench doorsPrivate bath
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Listed by:
Stephanie McClellan 443-864-3785,
Northrop Realty
Bought with:
Ashton Drummond, 666268
Cummings & Co. Realtors
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDHW2048878
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Laundry
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Attached Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Basement
- Features: Flooring - Concrete
- Level: Lower
- Area: 350 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25 x 14
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Lower
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Granite Counters, Kitchen - Electric Cooking, Pantry, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 13
Laundry
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 30 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 5
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 13
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven/Range - Electric, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Dry Wall
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Concrete
- Doors: French Doors, Sliding Glass, Six Panel
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Screens
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access,Connecting Stairway,Partial,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Glass Doors, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,814
- Total interior livable area: 2,542 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,842
- Finished area below ground: 700
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Asphalt, Attached, Driveway, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 9,892 Square Feet
- Features: Backs - Open Common Area, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Landscaped, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1402304058
- Zoning: RSC
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Main Entrance Lock
- Subdivision: Dorsey Hall
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ellicott City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $268/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $505,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,734
- Date on market: 5/1/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2025 | Sold | $680,000+4.6%$268/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDHW2048878 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2025 | Pending sale | $650,000$256/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2048878 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $650,000$256/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2048878 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $552,133 +9.3% |
| 2024 | $5,686 +4% | $505,000 +4% |
| 2023 | $5,468 +4.2% | $485,633 -3.8% |
| 2022 | $5,250 +4.3% | $505,000 +13% |
| 2021 | $5,032 +2.5% | $446,900 +2.5% |
| 2020 | $4,912 +2.5% | $436,200 -2.4% |
| 2019 | $4,791 -5% | $446,900 +7.7% |
| 2018 | $5,044 -16.6% | $414,800 |
| 2017 | $6,048 +492.2% | $414,800 +3.2% |
| 2016 | $1,021 | $402,067 +1.6% |
| 2015 | $1,021 +2.5% | $395,700 |
| 2014 | $996 | $395,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $395,700 -3.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $410,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $410,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $410,500 -17.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $495,030 +11.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $442,460 +13.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $389,890 +15.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $337,320 +15.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $291,300 +18.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $245,280 +23.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $199,260 |
| 2002 | -- | $199,260 |
| 2001 | -- | $199,260 |
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Neighborhood: 21042
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Northfield Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10Dunloggin Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Wilde Lake High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Howard County Public School System
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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