Beautiful brick front colonial with an incredible resort-style backyard sits on a premium half acre lot in sought after Ellicott City. This well-maintained home features a stunning 42,000-gallon heated saltwater swimming pool with custom rock waterfall, a diving well, volleyball area, an expansive travertine patio, and built-in Yamaha speakers, perfect for entertaining. Boasting over 4,000 square feet of living space with thoughtful updates throughout, including the roof 2022, updated kitchen, water heater 2020, some appliances, and more. A stately brick front and two-story foyer create a grand first impression. The living and dining rooms showcase hardwood flooring and accent molding, with custom pendant lighting enhancing the living room. A dedicated home office sits behind elegant glass French doors. The gourmet kitchen is designed for both style and function, featuring a large island, granite countertops, 42-inch soft-close cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. The family room highlights a striking wood accent wall surrounding the gas fireplace and provides direct access to the backyard retreat. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite features a soaring cathedral ceiling with a stylish chandelier, a walk-in closet, and a luxurious en suite bath complete with skylight, dual vanity, soaking tub, and separate shower. Three additional bedrooms and a full bath complete the upper level. The finished lower level offers a recreation room, full bathroom, and abundant storage space. Outdoor living is exceptional with an expansive travertine deck overlooking the saltwater pool in a fully enclosed maintenance-free fence and a 10 zone irrigation system. The two-zone heating and heat pump A/C, and generator with transfer switch provide year-round comfort. A two-car garage with a turn around driveway complete this impressive home. Ideal location near major commuter routes, shopping, dining, and entertainment. (some photos have been virtually staged)
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$1,000,000
9603 Sparrow Ct, Ellicott City, MD 21042
4beds
3,884sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1989
0.46 Acres Lot
$1,003,300 Zestimate®
$257/sqft
$5,819 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,003,300
$943,000 - $1.06M
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Stately brick frontStylish chandelierBuilt-in yamaha speakersBrick front colonialWalk-in closetTwo-story foyerCustom rock waterfall
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Listed by:
Mike Sloan 410-241-7904,
Northrop Realty
Bought with:
Shes Paudel
Ghimire Homes
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDHW2061096
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, Foyer, Laundry, Office, Recreation Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Flooring - Carpet, Walk-In Closet(s), Attached Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 616 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 X 28
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Attic - Access Panel
- Level: Upper
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 14
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
Basement
- Features: Basement - Unfinished
- Level: Lower
- Area: 351 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 27
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Crown Molding, Chair Rail
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 15
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Fireplace - Gas
- Level: Main
- Area: 294 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 21
Foyer
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 12
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Lower
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Granite Counters
- Level: Main
- Area: 27 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 1 X 27
Laundry
- Level: Upper
- Area: 12 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 2 X 6
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Crown Molding, Chair Rail
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 16
Office
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 13
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 22
Heating
- Heat Pump, Zoned, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Maker, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Dispenser, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Chair Railings, Crown Molding, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Dry Wall, 2 Story Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Carpet, Wood
- Doors: French Doors, Six Panel, Sliding Glass, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Screens, Wood Frames, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Finished,Heated,Improved,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Glass Doors, Mantel(s), Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,230
- Total interior livable area: 3,884 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,084
- Finished area below ground: 800
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Inside Entrance, Garage Door Opener, Asphalt, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting, Sidewalks, Water Falls
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Heated, Salt Water, Private
- Fencing: Privacy,Back Yard,Vinyl
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
- Features: Front Yard, Landscaped, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1402328755
- Zoning: R20
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1989
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Main Entrance Lock
- Subdivision: Mckenzie Meadows
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ellicott City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $257/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $762,833
- Annual tax amount: $10,798
- Date on market: 4/2/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/4/2026 | Sold | $1,000,000+2.6%$257/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDHW2061096 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2026 | Pending sale | $975,000$251/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2061096 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $975,000$251/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2061096 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $762,833 +8% |
| 2024 | $7,951 +4.4% | $706,100 +4.4% |
| 2023 | $7,615 +4.6% | $676,267 -4.2% |
| 2022 | $7,279 +4.8% | $706,100 +14.5% |
| 2021 | $6,943 | $616,600 |
| 2020 | $6,943 | $616,600 |
| 2019 | $6,943 -11.8% | $616,600 -4.7% |
| 2018 | $7,869 -15% | $647,100 |
| 2017 | $9,258 | $647,100 +9.1% |
| 2016 | -- | $593,167 +4.8% |
| 2015 | -- | $566,200 +0.6% |
| 2014 | -- | $562,633 +0.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $559,067 +0.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $555,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $555,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $555,500 -18.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $683,850 +12.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $606,350 +14.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $528,850 +17.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $451,350 +11.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $404,200 +13.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $357,050 +15.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $309,900 +2.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $302,466 +2.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $295,033 +156.5% |
| 2000 | -- | $115,040 |
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Neighborhood: 21042
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Waverly Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 8/10Patapsco Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 9/10Mount Hebron High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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