$730,000
SOLD AUG 8, 2025

5262 Bartholow Rd Sykesville, MD 21784

5 Beds
4 Baths
3,498 Sq Ft
1.14 Acres

Recently Sold

$209 Per Sq Ft

17% Below List Price

71 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wood Flooring
  • Eldersburg Elementary School Rated A-
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of August 2025

Welcome to 5262 Bartholow Road, an elegant split-level home filled with natural light, soaring ceilings, and beautiful hardwood floors. A welcoming foyer leads to the spacious living and dining rooms, both enhanced by vaulted ceilings that create an airy, open atmosphere. The eat-in kitchen is perfect for everyday living and entertaining, featuring ample cabinetry, a center island with breakfast bar, display cabinets, and a sunny breakfast room with a charming bow window and direct access to the covered front porch. A convenient laundry room, powder room, and access to the attached two-car side-entry garage complete the main level. Upstairs, the primary bedroom offers a serene retreat with vaulted ceilings, a walk-in closet, and a private en-suite bath. Three additional generously sized bedrooms and a full hall bath provide plenty of space for family or guests. Just a few steps down, the inviting family room is surrounded by windows that flood the space with light, while two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom offer flexibility for guests, a home office, or multigenerational living. The lowest level of the home features a sprawling, light-filled basement with walkout access and abundant storage—perfect for future expansion or recreation space. An extended driveway and beautifully maintained grounds complete this exceptional property, offering comfort, space, and timeless style in a peaceful setting.
Some Photos Have Been Virtually Staged

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Megan Graybeal

Northrop Realty Listed on: 05/08/2025

Northrop Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Katrina Hebert

Douglas Realty LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,373

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • 1.14 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is zoned R-400

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 4 Driveway Spaces
  • Oversized Parking
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Permanent Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 4 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Atrium Doors
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Storage Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Basement Windows

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Wrap Around Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • 60+ Gallon Tank
  • Well
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0705092833

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,373

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Split Level
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 5/9/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to 5262 Bartholow Road, an elegant split-level home filled with natural light, soaring ceilings, and beautiful hardwood floors. A welcoming foyer leads to the spacious living and dining rooms, both enhanced by vaulted ceilings that create an airy, open atmosphere. The eat-in kitchen is perfect for everyday living and entertaining, featuring ample cabinetry, a center island with breakfast bar, display cabinets, and a sunny breakfast room with a charming bow window and direct access to the covered front porch. A convenient laundry room, powder room, and access to the attached two-car side-entry garage complete the main level. Upstairs, the primary bedroom offers a serene retreat with vaulted ceilings, a walk-in closet, and a private en-suite bath. Three additional generously sized bedrooms and a full hall bath provide plenty of space for family or guests. Just a few steps down, the inviting family room is surrounded by windows that flood the space with light, while two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom offer flexibility for guests, a home office, or multigenerational living. The lowest level of the home features a sprawling, light-filled basement with walkout access and abundant storage—perfect for future expansion or recreation space. An extended driveway and beautifully maintained grounds complete this exceptional property, offering comfort, space, and timeless style in a peaceful setting. Some Photos Have Been Virtually Staged
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Oven - Wall
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Area, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Screens, Vinyl Clad
  • Fireplace: No
  • Door Features: Six Panel, Atrium
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings, Dry Wall, 9'+ Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Permanent
  • Levels Count: 4
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Storage Room, Bedroom 6
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished, Walkout Level, Windows, Improved, Interior Access, Outside Entrance
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 4532
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3498
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 200.09
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3498
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1034
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1034
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 5262

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Secure Storage
  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: Garden/Lawn, Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Oversized
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 6
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: 60+ Gallon Tank
  • Security: Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector
  • 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
  • School District Key: 121139051837
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: R
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.14
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 49484.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Wrap Around
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: R-400
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Ground Rent Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6373.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0705092833
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 3498
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 08/08/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CARROLL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 5, 2012
Closed on
Jan 18, 2013
Sold by
Smith Scott A and Smith Dianne E
Bought by
Kahn Jamaal M and Kahn Kelly M
Seller's Agent
Carol Swinton
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Emmanuel Asiedu
Taylor Properties
List Price
$639,900
Sold Price
$405,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$234,900
-36.71%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.08%
Original Mortgage
$324,000
Interest Rate
3.41%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 4, 2003
Sold by
Smith Beverly E
Bought by
Smith Scott A and Smith Dianne E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 11, 1996
Sold by
Smith Donald E
Bought by
Smith Beverly E
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $405,000 Superior Title Company
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $60,000 Credit Line Revolving
Open $324,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Closed $324,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $540,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $500,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/08/2025 08/08/25 Sold $730,000 +4.3% $209 / Sq Ft
07/18/2025 07/18/25 Pending -- -- --
07/17/2025 07/17/25 Price Changed $699,900 -6.7% $200 / Sq Ft
06/14/2025 06/14/25 Price Changed $750,000 -6.2% $214 / Sq Ft
05/20/2025 05/20/25 Price Changed $799,900 -8.6% $229 / Sq Ft
05/08/2025 05/08/25 For Sale $875,000 +116.0% $250 / Sq Ft
01/18/2013 01/18/13 Sold $405,000 -11.9% $116 / Sq Ft
11/14/2012 11/14/12 Pending -- -- --
11/05/2012 11/05/12 Price Changed $459,900 -23.3% $131 / Sq Ft
10/10/2012 10/10/12 Price Changed $599,900 -6.3% $171 / Sq Ft
09/05/2012 09/05/12 For Sale $639,900 -- $183 / 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
2025 $6,316 $585,800 $0 $0
2024 $6,316 $558,700 $181,300 $377,400
2023 $6,113 $540,933 $0 $0
2022 $5,919 $523,167 $0 $0
2021 $11,662 $505,400 $161,300 $344,100
2020 $5,761 $504,500 $0 $0
2019 $5,751 $503,600 $0 $0
2018 $5,689 $502,700 $161,300 $341,400
2017 $5,545 $489,800 $0 $0
2016 -- $476,900 $0 $0
2015 -- $464,000 $0 $0
2014 -- $464,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDCR2025338

Bright MLS

APN: 05-092833