Sykesville, MD Homes for Rent

Sykesville, Maryland, named America’s coolest small town in 2016 by Budget Travel, offers a Main Street lifestyle in a secluded natural environment. The town's Historic District features a mile-long Main Street lined with 19th-century buildings, housing local businesses such as A Likely Story bookstore and BotaniGal nursery, as well as a variety of boutiques and restaurants. Residents can enjoy afternoon tea at The Kate Pearl Tea Room or sample draft beer and creative cocktails at The Local Motive. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to Liberty Reservoir, just 7 miles away, and Piney Run Park, which offers canoeing, trails, and a nature center. Freedom Park provides ample athletic fields for various sports. Sykesville hosts numerous events throughout the year, including the Art and Wine Festival, Coolest Golf Tournament, Sykesville Fun Fall Festival, and Craft Beer Festival. The housing market primarily consists of detached single-family homes, including bungalows, ranch-styles, split-levels, Colonial Revivals, and Modern Traditional builds, with spacious yards and multi-car garages. Townhouses are also available on the north side of the community. Children attend highly rated schools: Piney Ridge Elementary School, Sykesville Middle School, and Century High School. Sykesville is conveniently located along Route 32, providing access to Westminster 17 miles north and Annapolis 52 miles south, with Interstate 70 offering a direct route to Baltimore 17 miles away and Baltimore Washington International Airport 30 miles southeast.