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Sold for $1,215,000
  • $1,215,000

    8434 Governor Run, Ellicott City, MD 21043

    4beds
    5,116sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1996
    0.48 Acres Lot
    $1,215,000 Zestimate®
    $237/sqft
    $5,894 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,215,000

    $1.15M - $1.28M

    $5,894/mo

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    What's special

    Nearly half an acreExtensive landscaping and hardscapingAmple storageDedicated private officeFully fenced backyardBonus roomGenerous walk-in closets
    Offer deadline Monday 4/20 at Noon. Welcome home to 8434 Governors Run, where everyone will want to gather for life’s big and small moments. This remarkable residence has been thoughtfully enhanced over the years with entertainment in mind and offers approximately 4,900 square feet of finished living space in the desirable Governors Run community. Idyllically situated on nearly half an acre, the home backs to a protected wooded reserve with walking trails leading to Patapsco Valley State Park and historic Old Ellicott City. At the heart of the home, the gourmet kitchen is designed to impress, featuring double ovens, a gas range, a spacious center island with seating, and a walk-in pantry. Elevated and wrapped in lush natural surroundings, the remarkable 3 season porch evokes the feeling of a private treehouse nestled within the forest canopy. An oversized dining room opens to a custom deck, beautifully extending the living and entertaining space outdoors. A dedicated private office and mudroom completes the main level. Upstairs, the primary suite is designed as a luxurious retreat, complete with its own gas fireplace, a spa-inspired bath with an oversized walk-in shower, and generous walk-in closets. Three additional bright, spacious bedrooms are served by a convenient Jack-and-Jill bath. The fully finished walk-out lower level is an exceptional extension of the home also designed for entertaining and relaxation. A bonus room, a home gym, recreation room, and ample storage round out the lower level. Outside, the backyard truly shines with extensive landscaping and hardscaping, offering a fully fenced backyard, a heated pool with a custom waterfall, a stone pool deck with a fireplace, a changing room, and a cleverly integrated storage shed. It is an ideal setting for summer parties, relaxing weekends, and evenings spent outdoors. The backyard has immediate access to a trail, where an easy stroll leads to the shops and restaurants of historic Old Ellicott City, while the opposite direction opens the door to Patapsco State Park. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a truly special home in one of Ellicott City’s most sought-after neighborhoods.

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    Listed by:

    Karen Kelly 202-255-5502,

    Compass,

    Co-Listing Team: The Jen Holden Group Of Compass, Co-Listing Agent: Jane Holtz 443-472-0092,

    Compass

    Bought with:

    Scott Schuetter, 617188

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDHW2065710MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 1400
    Heating
    • Heat Pump, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Other, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Double Oven, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Washer, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Additional Stairway, Attic, Bar, Built-in Features, Butlers Pantry, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Living, Crown Molding, Floor Plan - Traditional, Open Floorplan, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
    • Doors: Sliding Glass, Six Panel
    • Windows: Bay/Bow
    • Basement: Walk-Out Access,Windows,Interior Entry,Heated,Finished
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 5,116
    • Total interior livable area: 5,116 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 3,716
    • Finished area below ground: 1,400

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Asphalt, Attached, Driveway
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Uncovered spaces: 2
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Three
    • Stories: 3
    • Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape
    • Has private pool: Yes
    • Pool features: Fenced, Heated, In Ground, Private
    Lot
    • Size: 0.48 Acres
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 1402374862
    • Zoning: R20
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Foundation: Other
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Excellent
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1996

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Ellicott City
    • Subdivision: Governors Run

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • HOA fee: $567 annually
    • Association name: GOVERNORS RUN HOME OWNER'S ASSOCIATION, INC.

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
    • Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,Other,VA Loan,Cash
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/29/2026Sold$1,215,000+22.1%$237/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2065710 Report a problem
    5/12/2026Pending sale$995,000$194/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2065710 Report a problem
    4/21/2026Contingent$995,000$194/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2065710 Report a problem
    4/16/2026Listed for sale$995,000+788.4%$194/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2065710 Report a problem
    6/19/1996Sold$112,000$22/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025-- $778,767 +6.6%
    2024$8,223 +4.3%$730,300 +4.3%
    2023$7,887 +4.5%$700,433 -4.1%
    2022$7,551 +4.7%$730,300 +14%
    2021$7,214 +0.3%$640,700 +0.3%
    2020$7,194 +0.3%$638,933 -0.3%
    2019$7,175 -7.1%$640,700 +0.8%
    2018$7,726 -15.1%$635,400
    2017$9,096 $635,400 +0.9%
    2016-- $629,733 +0.5%
    2015-- $626,900 +4.2%
    2014-- $601,600 +4.4%
    2013-- $576,300 +4.6%
    2012-- $551,000
    2011-- $551,000
    2010-- $551,000 -25.6%
    2009-- $740,370 +11.3%
    2008-- $664,930 +12.8%
    2007-- $589,490 +14.7%
    2006-- $514,050 +10.2%
    2005-- $466,280 +11.4%
    2004-- $418,510 +12.9%
    2003-- $370,740 +1.9%
    2002-- $363,960 +1.9%
    2001-- $357,180 +154.8%
    2000-- $140,160

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 21043

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Veterans
    • District: Howard 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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