$515,000
SOLD JAN 29, 2024

835 Sarah Dr Sykesville, MD 21784

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,938 Sq Ft
1.35 Acres

Recently Sold

$266 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck
  • Linton Springs Elementary School Rated A-
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Premium Lot

About This Home

As of January 2024

You must see this tremendous value...a 3 level single family colonial on a picturesque 1.35 acre wooded lot. This lot size at such a prime location is hard to find. Perfect move-in condition featuring: welcoming foyer w/wainscoting; eat-in kitchen w/bay window bump-out, gas oven/range and upgraded appliances; family room off the kitchen w/warm wood burning fireplace; separate living and dining rooms; 1st floor powder room; easy care flooring throughout the main level (no carpeting); upper level w/3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms; owner's suite w/walk-in closet, bright skylight and en suite full bathroom w/dual sink vanity; lower level w/endless future finishing possibilities; relax on the front porch or rear deck and enjoy the amazing view; fenced rear yard and rear shed; upper level w/replaced windows; warm gas heat and gas water heater. Zoned for sought after Carroll County Schools. No HOA fees.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brian Pakulla

Red Cedar Real Estate, LLC License #521063 Listed on: 12/14/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Teresa DePaola

RE/MAX Solutions License #648727

RE/MAX Solutions

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,863

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Lot Details

  • 1.35 Acre Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Landscaped
  • Premium Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Backs to Trees or Woods

Parking

  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Creek or Stream

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Chair Railings
  • Wainscoting
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Replacement Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Atrium Doors
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Formal Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Appliances

Outdoor Features

  • Stream or River on Lot
  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Porch

Schools

  • Linton Springs Elementary School
  • Sykesville Middle School
  • Century High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Well
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Matthew's Meadows Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 6
  • Assessor Parcel Number 0705071429

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,863

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2023-12-14
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminated, Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Interior Amenities: Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Wood Floors, Window Treatments, Walk-In Closet(s), Wainscotting
  • Window Features: Double Pane, Screens, Replacement, Skylights
  • Fireplace Features: Mantel(s), Brick, Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Atrium, Six Panel
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished, Walkout Level
  • Laundry Type: Has Laundry, Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3024
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1938
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 270.90
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1938
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1086
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1086
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 835

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • View: Creek/Stream, Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • 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: LINTON SPRINGS
  • Middle School: SYKESVILLE
  • High School: CENTURY
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 121139051837
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: LINTON SPRINGS
  • High School: CENTURY
  • Middle Or Junior School: SYKESVILLE

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Partially, Rear
  • Land Use Code: R
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Landscaping, Partly Wooded, Premium, Stream/Creek
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.35
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 58632.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: _
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4863.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0705071429
  • Tax Lot: 6
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1938
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Close Date: 01/29/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CARROLL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 14, 2023
Closed on
Jan 24, 2024
Sold by
Ruiz Allyson M and Ruiz Michael E
Bought by
Njoku Kenneth
Seller's Agent
Brian Pakulla
Red Cedar Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Teresa DePaola
RE/MAX Solutions
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$515,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-1.9%
Views
335
Current Estimated Value
$580,208

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$65,208
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.33%
Original Mortgage
$412,000
Outstanding Balance
$406,709
Interest Rate
6.61%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$173,499

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 19, 2016
Closed on
Aug 30, 2016
Sold by
Snyder Shirley E
Bought by
Ruiz Michael E and Ruiz Allyson M
Seller's Agent
Lori Witmer-Kluge
Blue Crab Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Shirley Matlock
RE/MAX Advantage Realty
List Price
$389,000
Sold Price
$402,000
Premium/Discount to List
$13,000
3.34%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.39%
Original Mortgage
$408,520
Interest Rate
3.43%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 6, 2013
Sold by
Snyder Shirley E and Welty George R
Bought by
Snyder Shirley E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 9, 2007
Sold by
Snyder Ralph L
Bought by
Snyder Shirley E and Welty George R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$178,000
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 20, 2007
Sold by
Snyder Ralph L
Bought by
Snyder Shirley E and Welty George R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$178,000
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 29, 1992
Sold by
Masonry Contractors Inc
Bought by
Snyder Ralph L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 9, 1991
Sold by
Bartholow Limited Partnership
Bought by
Masonry Contractors Inc
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $515,000 Title Resource Guaranty Compan
Deed $402,000 Lakeside Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer $80,352 None Available
Deed $65,027 --
Deed $65,027 --
Deed $165,800 --
Deed $420,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $412,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $373,222 VA
Previous Owner $408,520 VA
Previous Owner $178,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $178,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/29/2024 01/29/24 Sold $515,000 -1.9% $266 / Sq Ft
01/09/2024 01/09/24 Pending -- -- --
01/03/2024 01/03/24 Price Changed $525,000 0.0% $271 / Sq Ft
01/03/2024 01/03/24 For Sale $525,000 -4.5% $271 / Sq Ft
12/31/2023 12/31/23 Off Market $550,000 -- --
12/14/2023 12/14/23 For Sale $550,000 0.0% $284 / Sq Ft
09/01/2020 09/01/20 Rented $2,500 0.0% --
08/14/2020 08/14/20 Under Contract -- -- --
08/06/2020 08/06/20 For Rent $2,500 +2.0% --
07/17/2018 07/17/18 Rented $2,450 +2.1% --
07/01/2018 07/01/18 Under Contract -- -- --
06/04/2018 06/04/18 For Rent $2,400 0.0% --
08/30/2016 08/30/16 Sold $402,000 0.0% $207 / Sq Ft
07/22/2016 07/22/16 Pending -- -- --
07/22/2016 07/22/16 Off Market $402,000 -- --
07/19/2016 07/19/16 For Sale $389,000 -- $201 / 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 $4,979 $439,300 $183,400 $255,900
2023 $4,820 $425,067 $0 $0
2022 $4,661 $410,833 $0 $0
2021 $4,501 $396,600 $163,400 $233,200
2020 $4,312 $379,733 $0 $0
2019 $4,160 $362,867 $0 $0
2018 $3,935 $346,000 $163,400 $182,600
2017 $3,811 $334,967 $0 $0
2016 -- $323,933 $0 $0
2015 -- $312,900 $0 $0
2014 -- $312,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDCR2017862

Bright MLS

APN: 05-071429