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Columbia Road is the main thoroughfare connecting Dorsey's Search.
Location, schools and options
Established in 1980, Dorsey Search is the ninth village out of ten to be developed as part of Columbia, Maryland’s first master-planned community. “Every aspect of this community was thought out, especially the amenities and walkability,” says Tom Moore, an associate broker with the Gaylord Brooks Group of Berkshire Hathaway. “You can’t beat the location, which is convenient to the D.C. and Baltimore markets, and the public schools are highly rated and sought after.” With a diverse range of housing, beautifully landscaped and tree-lined streets, and strict covenants, which require homes to be well-maintained, Dorsey Search is a neighborhood that offers value and quality.
Homes that fit many budgets
Housing options in Dorsey Search run the gamut from single-family to townhouses and condos. Townhouses often feature covered front porches or back decks, woodburning fireplaces and two to three bedrooms. They sell for $300,000 to $500,000. Condos sit within walking distance of the village center, some with vaulted ceilings, listing for between $220,000 and $350,000. Brick or wood-sided single-family colonials also go on the market, with two-car garages and entertainment-sized back decks. These large homes range from four to six bedrooms and are priced accordingly, from $700,000 to $900,000. “Most homes in Dorsey Search are traditional, center-hall colonials developed in the ’80s and very typical for the time period,” Moore says. “The quality is very good, and people aren’t shy about updating or adding onto their houses.”
Dorsey's Search offers newly built townhomes.
Homes in Dorsey's Search vary in traditional styles.
There are several distinct styles of townhomes in Dorsey's Search.
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Schools that make the grade
Students who live in Dorsey Search attend Howard County Public Schools, which received an A-plus and are ranked by Niche as the No. 1 school system in Maryland. Schools serving the neighborhood include Northfield Elementary, an A school that touts a strong PTA which puts on events like “Be a Buddy, not a Bully.” At Dunloggin Middle, another A school, students can choose from creative electives, such as band and chorus, to develop their natural talents. Career academies are emphasized at Wilde Lake High, also an A school, where students can choose from agricultural science, construction, finance, the health professions and more.
Children of Dorsey's Search attent Northfield Elementary School.
Dunloggin Middle School was built in 1973 and the PTA is currently pushing for a rebuild.
Wilde Lake High School has over 18,000 total students.
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Trails, golf and fishing
Residents of Dorsey’s Search appreciate the almost 100 miles of paved trails that connect the neighborhood to other parts of Columbia. For golf enthusiasts, the 18-hole Fairway Hills Golf Club is next door to the neighborhood, offering a par-70 course that includes a putting green, a pro shop, lessons and leagues. Also nearby, Centennial Park features a 54-acre man-made lake stocked with fish, 2.6 miles of paved pathways, a boat ramp and dock area, and an amphitheater, where summer concerts take place in July and August.
Centennial Park in Dorsey's Search is a 2.4 mile loop with mountain biking and paved trails.
Reel in "The Big One" near Dorsey's Search at Centennial Lake.
Get putting practice in at Fairway Hills Golf Course, open to the public in Dorsey's Search.
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Year-round community events
In addition to homeowner association meetings, the communal space and lawn at Linden Hall is used throughout the year for community gatherings, such as a pre-Memorial Day barbecue with lawn games and plenty of food or a 21-plus Fall Festival similar to an Oktoberfest. Linden Hall has also sold tickets for pool parties with pizza and ice cream at the Columbia Road Park and Recreation Area. Merriweather Post Pavilion, too, is less than 6 miles away and features an outdoor amphitheater where Jimi Hendrix, Willie Nelson and the Foo Fighters have performed.
Get your shopping done in Dorsey's Search at Giant.
From Giant Food to Old Ellicott
The Village Town Center features Giant Food and several casual dining establishments, including Pipilinka, a Peruvian eatery popular for its charbroiled chicken, flavors, and good service. Residents can also shop at The Mall in Columbia, which has over 200 stores and restaurants, including The Food Market, an upscale eatery serving small plates, seafood and steaks. Just 4 miles away, Old Ellicott City is an entertainment district with over 80 shops, galleries, restaurants and museums, where visitors can browse vintage albums and enjoy dinner with family and friends.
Public transportation and highways
Several bus carriers, including Howard Transit, provide bus service within Columbia, to nearby communities such as Ellicott City, and to Washington and Baltimore, with weekly commuter service to the Washington Metro. Routes 29 and 108 and Interstate 95 are minutes away, taking commuters into Baltimore (20 miles) and Washington, D.C. (40 miles). The Baltimore-Washington International Airport is about 16 miles.
Public transportation in and around Dorsey's Search is a breeze.
Dorsey's Search is easily accessed by several major thoroughfares which also lead to DC.
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Important resources nearby
In the heart of Columbia, Howard Community College offers two-year degree, transfer and trade certification programs. Next door, the Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center offers a full range of hospital and wellness services from one of the country’s premier academic medical systems.
Need to pick up some groceries? Grab some food in Dorsey's Search.
The Village Center in Dorsey's Search is the neighborhoods retail hub.
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Crime and Safety
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Dorsey Search Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Dorsey Search, Ellicott City sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Dorsey Search, Ellicott City over the last 12 months is $520,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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