NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1955 Polaris Rd Finksburg, MD 21048

Estimated Value: $642,000 - $843,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,098 Sq Ft
$181/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 09, 2016

Last sale price $376,546 $92 Per Sq Ft

Est. 97% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,641/month

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Gourmet Country Kitchen
  • 1.06 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Mechanicsville Elementary School Rated A-
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck

About This Home

As of December 2016

TERRIFIC VALUE BUT NEEDS COSMETICS. 2 ZONE HEAT+AIR ONLY 1 YEAR OLD. HUGE KITCHEN W/RECENT STAINLESS APPLS+ISLAND/BREAKFAST BAR. FAMILY RM W/BRICK FIREPLACE. MBR SUITE W/CATHEDRALS,WALK-IN CLOSET+SUPER BATH W/WHIRLPOOL TUB+DBL VANITY. FININSHED LOWER LEVEL W/FULL BATH. PICTURESQUE PRIVATE SETTING, WRAP AROUND PORCH, DECK. 2+CAR SIDE LOADED GARAGE. SHORT SALE BEING HANDLED BY EXPERIENCED ATTORNEY.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

David Desser

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #90494 Listed on: 07/21/2016

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

David Pelta

Douglas Realty, LLC License #655958

Douglas Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,183

Year Built

  • Built in 1994

Lot Details

  • 1.06 Acre Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Landscaped
  • Private Lot

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Screen For Fireplace
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • French Doors
  • Sliding Doors
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Den
  • Game Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Country Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Walk-Up Access
  • Rear Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Wrap Around Porch

Schools

  • Mechanicsville Elementary School
  • Westminster High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Starview Estates Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 34
  • Assessor Parcel Number 0704062949

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,183

Year Built

Built in 1994

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Parking Included In ListPrice,Parking Included In SalePrice
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1994
  • Remarks Public: TERRIFIC VALUE BUT NEEDS COSMETICS. 2 ZONE HEAT+AIR ONLY 1 YEAR OLD. HUGE KITCHEN W/RECENT STAINLESS APPLS+ISLAND/BREAKFAST BAR. FAMILY RM W/BRICK FIREPLACE. MBR SUITE W/CATHEDRALS,WALK-IN CLOSET+SUPER BATH W/WHIRLPOOL TUB+DBL VANITY. FININSHED LOWER LEVEL W/FULL BATH. PICTURESQUE PRIVATE SETTING, WRAP AROUND PORCH, DECK. 2+CAR SIDE LOADED GARAGE. SHORT SALE BEING HANDLED BY EXPERIENCED ATTORNEY.
  • Special Assessment Payment: Annually
  • Special Features: 12
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Country, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Combination Dining/Living, Kitchen - Eat-In, Primary Bath(s), Window Treatments, Whirlpool/Hottub, Wood Floors, Recessed Lighting, Floor Plan - Open
  • Window Features: Double Pane, Screens
  • Fireplace Features: Screen, Mantel(s)
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: French, Six Panel, Sliding Glass
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Center Hall
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Study
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Rear Entrance, Sump Pump, Full, Walkout Stairs, Partially Finished
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 4098
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 4098
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 145.95
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2398
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1700
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1700
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1955

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Combination, Brick
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Garage
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage - Side Entry
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C, Zoned
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Heat Pump(s), Zoned
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Septic Exists
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: CARROLL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: MECHANICSVILLE
  • High School: WESTMINSTER
  • School District Key: 121139051837
  • Elementary School: MECHANICSVILLE
  • High School: WESTMINSTER

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Partially
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 194300.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 170600.00
  • Lot Features: Landscaping, Private
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.06
  • Lot Size Area: 46174
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 46174.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Wrap Around
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Year Assessed: 2016

Green Features

  • Green Verification: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 11436324
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4183.37
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0704062949
  • Tax Lot: 34
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2398
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2015
  • Close Date: 12/09/2016

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CARROLL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 21, 2016
Closed on
Dec 9, 2016
Sold by
Vassallo Joseph and Vassallo Erika F
Bought by
Bowmaker Justin K
Seller's Agent
David Desser
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
David Pelta
Douglas Realty, LLC
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$376,546
Premium/Discount to List
$26,546
7.58%
Current Estimated Value
$741,975

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$365,429
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.20%
Original Mortgage
$357,700
Interest Rate
3.54%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 2001
Sold by
Kousouris Steven L
Bought by
Vassallo Joseph and Vassallo Erika F

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 29, 1997
Sold by
Golino Raymond N
Bought by
Kousouris Steven L and Kousouris Mary Lou

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 14, 1994
Sold by
Alford Homes Inc
Bought by
Golino Raymond N

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$190,000
Interest Rate
8.38%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bowmaker Justin K $376,546 Maryland Title Group Llc
Vassallo Joseph $280,000 --
Kousouris Steven L $260,000 --
Golino Raymond N $249,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bowmaker Justin K $71,900
Open Bowmaker Justin K $331,000
Closed Bowmaker Justin K $32,132
Closed Bowmaker Justin K $357,700
Previous Owner Vassallo Joseph $100,000
Previous Owner Golino Raymond N $190,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/09/2016 12/09/16 Sold $376,546 0.0% $92 / Sq Ft
08/14/2016 08/14/16 Off Market $376,546 -- --
08/13/2016 08/13/16 For Sale $350,000 0.0% $85 / Sq Ft
08/11/2016 08/11/16 Pending -- -- --
07/27/2016 07/27/16 Pending -- -- --
07/21/2016 07/21/16 For Sale $350,000 -- $85 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $6,085 $547,433 $0 $0
2023 $5,794 $517,267 $0 $0
2022 $5,515 $487,100 $170,600 $316,500
2021 $10,953 $474,033 $0 $0
2020 $5,202 $460,967 $0 $0
2019 $5,121 $447,900 $170,600 $277,300
2018 $4,685 $420,233 $0 $0
2017 $4,456 $392,567 $0 $0
2016 -- $364,900 $0 $0
2015 -- $364,900 $0 $0
2014 -- $364,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • David Desser

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    David Desser

    Long & Foster

    (410) 382-5100

    50 Total Sales

    David Desser
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  • David Pelta

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    David Pelta

    Douglas Realty, LLC

    (443) 722-6804

    1 in this area

    59 Total Sales

    David Pelta
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1000418635

Bright MLS

APN: 04-062949

Maryland Carroll County Finksburg 21048

1955 Polaris Rd, Finksburg, MD

This home is located at 1955 Polaris Rd, Finksburg, MD 21048 since 21 July 2016 and is currently estimated at $741,975, approximately $181 per square foot. This property was built in 1994. 1955 Polaris Rd is a home located in Carroll County with nearby schools including Mechanicsville Elementary School, Westminster West Middle School, and Westminster High School.

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