A beautifully updated rancher set on a 0.46‑acre lot with mature trees and peaceful rural views, this home blends modern renovations with the charm and privacy buyers love. Step inside to a bright, welcoming main level featuring brand new LVP flooring and a fully remodeled kitchen, thoughtfully redesigned with fresh cabinetry, updated surfaces, and a clean, contemporary aesthetic perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, including a remodeled lower‑level full bath that adds comfort and functionality for guests or extended family. The finished basement also features new carpet, a spacious recreation area, and direct access to the screened porch and backyard, an ideal setup for relaxation or hosting. Outside, enjoy the expansive lot with mature trees, a screened porch, and an above‑ground pool with recent equipment updates, creating a private outdoor retreat just minutes from major shopping and commuter routes. With fresh flooring, a fully renovated kitchen, and a newly updated lower‑level bath, this home delivers turnkey convenience in a serene Sykesville setting. A rare opportunity to own a thoughtfully improved property with both comfort and character.
For sale
$450,000
5639 Bartholow Rd, Sykesville, MD 21784
3beds
1,662sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
0.46 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$271/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Finished basementFully remodeled kitchenPeaceful rural viewsPrivate outdoor retreatMature treesBeautifully updated rancherBright welcoming main level
- 13 days
- 1,401
- 122
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Casey Franz 443-996-0241,
Cummings & Co. Realtors (410) 823-0033
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDCR2038392
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 912
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Dry Wall
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Improved,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Insert
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,824
- Total interior livable area: 1,662 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 912
- Finished area below ground: 750
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Concrete, Crushed Stone, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Above Ground, Private
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0705030102
- Zoning: R-200
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Combination
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Eldersburg
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Sykesville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $271/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $333,967
- Annual tax amount: $3,834
- Date on market: 10/14/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $450,000+12.5%$271/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDCR2038392 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2024 | Sold | $399,900$241/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDCR2020358 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2024 | Pending sale | $399,900$241/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDCR2020358 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2024 | Contingent | $399,900$241/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDCR2020358 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2024 | Price change | $399,900-4.6%$241/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDCR2020358 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2024 | Listed for sale | $419,000$252/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDCR2020358 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,876 +12.3% | $333,967 +12.7% |
| 2025 | $3,451 +18% | $296,333 +14.5% |
| 2024 | $2,923 +6.6% | $258,700 +6.6% |
| 2023 | $2,743 +7% | $242,733 -6.2% |
| 2022 | $2,562 +7.6% | $258,700 +22.7% |
| 2021 | $2,382 +0.3% | $210,800 +0.3% |
| 2020 | $2,376 +0.3% | $210,267 -0.3% |
| 2019 | $2,370 +0.3% | $210,800 +0.8% |
| 2018 | $2,364 | $209,200 |
| 2017 | $2,364 | $209,200 |
| 2016 | -- | $209,200 -0.8% |
| 2015 | -- | $210,800 |
| 2014 | -- | $210,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $210,800 -3% |
| 2012 | -- | $217,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $217,400 |
| 2010 | -- | $217,400 -19.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $271,570 +13.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $239,996 +15.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $208,423 +17.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $176,850 +8.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $162,610 +9.6% |
| 2004 | -- | $148,370 +10.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $134,130 +1.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $132,342 +1.4% |
| 2001 | -- | $130,556 |
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Neighborhood: 21784
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Oklahoma Road
- High: Liberty
- District: Carroll County Public Schools
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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