Welcome Home to this Fantastic, Fully Renovated, Penthouse Condo in the Popular Dorsey Search Community. It is Drenched with Natural Light with its Soaring Ceilings and Tons of windows. Enjoy Cooking in the Brand New Gourmet Kitchen with Sleek Cabinetry and Hardware, Beautiful Quartz Countertops, New Luxury Vinyl Flooring, Recessed Lighting and a Suite of Stainless Steel Appliances. The Living Space is Incredibly Appealing as it Open Concept with the Kitchen Looking into the Dining Room and Family Room. The Living Space Includes a Two-Sided Fireplace that is Perfect for Entertaining or Unwinding from a Busy Day. There is also a Quaint Sunroom Area that Neighbors this Space. The Owner's Suite Impresses with a Vaulted Ceiling, Romantic Light Fixture and Two Generous Closets. The Primary Bath is Luxurious with a New Vanity, Light Fixture and Faucet, Updated Flooring and Large Walk-In Shower. The Second Bedroom is Roomy and has access to a Full Hall Bath that has Undergone a Quality Renovation with a Quality Vanity and Fixtures to Match. Access the Wonder of the Outdoors by Stepping Out the Sliding Glass Doors from each of the Bedrooms to a Private Shared Deck that Overlooks Trees and the Common Area so You can Savor some Peaceful Relaxation. From the Hall, Ascend the Spiral Staircase Leading to a Spacious Loft Area that Looks Down onto the Living Area Below and has its own Devoted Closet. A Separate Laundry Area Adds to the Convenience. Bonuses Include Completely Move in Ready with All New Light Fixtures, Door Knobs, Hinges, Flooring, Fresh Paint and Carpet! Nestled in a Classic Columbia/Ellicott City Community with Ample Parking and Robust Amenities it is in Very Close Proximity to the Dorsey Search Village Center, Lots of Local Shopping and Dining and Major Commuter Routes All in the Heart of Howard County…. The Condo offers the Perfect Blend of Serenity and Accessibility. Schedule Your Showing TODAY This Gorgeous Home is an Absolute MUST SEE!
Sold for $363,000
$363,000
4978 Dorsey Hall Dr Unit B5, Ellicott City, MD 21042
2beds
1,320sqft
Condominium
Built in 1989
-- sqft lot
$368,000 Zestimate®
$275/sqft
$2,392 Estimated rent
Home value
$368,000
$342,000 - $394,000
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Two-sided fireplaceSleek cabinetrySpacious loft areaPrivate shared deckLarge walk-in showerSoaring ceilingsRecessed lighting
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Listed by:
Melinda Butterfield 301-538-4638,
RE/MAX Realty Services
Bought with:
Brian Curtis Sutton
Samson Properties
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDHW2053554
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Energy Efficient Appliances, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven/Range - Electric, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit, Main Level, In Unit
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Kitchen - Gourmet, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dry Wall
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Carpet
- Doors: Six Panel, Sliding Glass
- Windows: Casement, Double Hung, Insulated Windows
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above,1 Common Wall
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,320
- Total interior livable area: 1,320 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,320
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Assigned, Paved, Parking Lot
- Details: Assigned Parking
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Courtyard, Garden, Trees/Woods, Street
Lot
- Features: Backs - Open Common Area
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1402349523
- Zoning: RA15
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Combination
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1989
- Major remodel year: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Pool
- Condo and coop fee: $476 monthly
- Subdivision: Dorsey Search
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Common Grounds, Jogging Path, Pool, Tot Lots/Playground
- Services included: Maintenance Structure, Insurance, Management, Reserve Funds, Snow Removal, Trash
- HOA fee: $824 annually
Location
- Region: Ellicott City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $275/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $296,967
- Annual tax amount: $4,466
- Date on market: 5/21/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Negotiable,VA Loan
- Ownership: Condominium
- Road surface type: Black Top
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/18/2025 | Sold | $363,000+6.8%$275/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDHW2053554 Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2025 | Contingent | $340,000$258/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2053554 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $340,000$258/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2053554 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,698 +49.1% | $296,967 +6.1% |
| 2024 | $3,151 +8.9% | $279,800 +8.9% |
| 2023 | $2,893 +9.8% | $256,933 -8.2% |
| 2022 | $2,636 +10.8% | $279,800 +32.5% |
| 2021 | $2,378 +0.2% | $211,200 +0.2% |
| 2020 | $2,374 +0.2% | $210,800 -0.2% |
| 2019 | $2,369 -7.2% | $211,200 +0.6% |
| 2018 | $2,554 -20.6% | $210,000 |
| 2017 | $3,217 +431.9% | $210,000 +6.8% |
| 2016 | $605 | $196,667 +3.5% |
| 2015 | $605 +2.5% | $190,000 |
| 2014 | $590 | $190,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $190,000 -9.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $210,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $210,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $210,000 -26.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $286,000 +17.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $244,000 +20.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $202,000 +26.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $160,000 +9.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $146,000 +10.6% |
| 2004 | -- | $132,000 +11.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $118,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $118,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $118,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 21042
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Running Brook Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 8/10Wilde Lake Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.8 mi
- 6/10Wilde Lake High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Running Brook
- Middle: Wilde Lake
- High: Wilde Lake
- 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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Estimated market value
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- Maryland
- Howard County
- Ellicott City
- 21042
- 4978 Dorsey Hall Dr Unit B5
