Open Houses this weekend in Ellicott City, Maryland Ellicott City is an unincorporated community in Howard County, Maryland. It is part of the Baltimore–Washington Metropolitan Area. Founded in 1772, the town features the B. & O. Railroad Museum's branch at the Ellicott City Station, built in 1830, and the first terminus of the initial line then constructed, and a downtown historic district in the pictureseque stream valley of the upper Western Branch of the Patapsco River, which is a very popular destination among antiques shoppers, and historical tourists with restaurants, eclectic boutique shops, coffee shops, a tea room and many historic sites. As of the 2000 U.S. Census, Ellicott City surpassed Towson, Maryland (county seat of neighboring Baltimore County) for the first time, as th... 04/20/2016

Asian inspired beauty minutes from downtown Ellicott City features almost 8,000 SQFT nestled on 4 acres of land.          DO YOU HAVE A HOME TO SELL IN ORDER TO BUY THIS HOME? CLICK HERE AND FIND OUT WHAT YOUR HOME IS WORTH. 04/12/2016

Behind The Lavender Whim is my friend Jill-Ann, a small business owner, artist and illustrator located in Ellicott City, Maryland.  Jill-Ann's paintings are colorful and playful, are printed on greeting cards, note pads, stationary, gift tags and wrapping paper. She also creates custom watercolor paintings and that's just what I've commissioned The Lavender Whim to do a few times for my First Time and Forever Home Buyers. (Closing) Art by local Ellicott City artist, The Lavender WhimLast weekend I had the pleasure to surprise my latest Maryland Home Buyers with a custom painting of their new home in Ashton:It's such a special gift in more ways than one. My clients just recently tied the knot and purchased their first home together. This painting will always remind them of the beginning ... 03/15/2016

After a blizzard that resulted in 6 days off from school and another winter storm incoming, I was looking for an activity to combat cabin fever which would a) get us out of the house for a few hours and b) be creative. Since my daughter has been begging me to go back to The Pottery Stop in Ellicott City, MD ever since we celebrated her birthday there last year, I figured it was the perfect place to go!It was quite busy when we got there early this afternoon but we lucked out with the last open table. There's also a bar-type table which looked really inviting but it's probably not the most comfortable for smaller kids.Picking our pottery pieces was easier than I had anticipated. The Pottery Stop has a lovely variety,  ornaments, mugs, bowls, plates, piggy banks, plagues, flower pots and ... 02/08/2016

Charity starts at “HOME”- EPIK Kids in Action.We have all heard that “Charity starts AT Home”, but now at EPIK Home Group it would be more apt to say “Charity starts WITH A Home”.AS OF JANUARY 1ST 2016, EPIK Home Group of Keller Williams Realty Centre will be donating 2.5% of every commission check to “EPIK Kids in Action” Foundation.The more homes we sell, the more money we can donate to “EPIK Kids in Action“. Our goal for 2016 is 200 homes. The 100th home sale we will donate 100% of the commission. If we hit our lofty goal of 200 homes we will donate 200% of the commissionAs of January 8th 2016, we have 2 settlements completed. Here is the current status. WE SELL HOMES IN CATONSVILLE Many thanks to Rebecca and Hasan who settled on their adorable Catonsville home on Friday and have rel... 01/09/2016

Come Preview  Turf Valley Luxury Single-Family Homes & Main-Level Owner's Suite Homes by NVHomes. Starting from the Under $610s Luxurious new homes set in a gorgeous master-planned golf-course community in Ellicott City, MD. Up to 7 bedrooms and up to 6.5 baths 2-car garages 2,800+ sq. ft. of living space Community is part of a master-planned community and offers golf-course views. All homes are built to exceed industry standards for energy efficiency 10-year structural warranty—peace of mind you can’t get in an older, resale home.  Norwood Place Decorated Model 3+ Bedrooms 2+ Bathrooms 2842+ Sq. Ft Starting from the Under $610s  Empress II Decorated Model 4+ Bedrooms 2.5+ Bathrooms 2967+ Sq. Ft Starting from the Under $710s Roosevelt 4+ Bedrooms 2.5+ Bathrooms 3210+ Sq. Ft Starting fro... 11/19/2015

 Open House Sunday, 18 October 1-3 PM 3512 REYNARD DR, ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042 1 ACRE PRIVATE PARADISE! Beautiful, updated colonial in River Hill HS district! Wood floors in LR, FR. Remodeled eat-in kitchen w/granite, stainless, maple, huge island, mood lighting & tons of storage. Wood stove in FR can heat whole house. So economical! Main lvl laundry. Updated baths up. MBR w/walk-in. Partially finished basement with walk-out. Berry bushes, sheds, cul-de-sac. HURRY!  Directions: FROM ROUTE 144, S on Triadelphia Rd. R on Conchita. L on Williamsfield. L on Reynard to 3512 on right.  WELCOME HOME!  What is my Home Worth?  10/15/2015

Another Busy Birthday...Thanks To All Of You It has been a wonderfully busy day with contract offers, negotiations, writing an offer, having a delightful lunch  at the Trolley Stop in Ellicott City with ActiveRain friends Andrea Bedard and Martha Brown.  The celebration continued with  dinner at my favorite restaurant, Tio Pepes, with very special friends, Corie and Vic. I think the party is still going on...so stop by and have a drink and enjoy the rest of the evening  festivities at the Birthday Bash Hosted By Roger Mucci   09/08/2015

Open Houses this weekend in Ellicott City, Maryland Ellicott City is an unincorporated community in Howard County, Maryland. It is part of the Baltimore–Washington Metropolitan Area. Founded in 1772, the town features the B. & O. Railroad Museum's branch at the Ellicott City Station, built in 1830, and the first terminus of the initial line then constructed, and a downtown historic district in the pictureseque stream valley of the upper Western Branch of the Patapsco River, which is a very popular destination among antiques shoppers, and historical tourists with restaurants, eclectic boutique shops, coffee shops, a tea room and many historic sites. As of the 2000 U.S. Census, Ellicott City surpassed Towson, Maryland (county seat of neighboring Baltimore County) for the first time, as th... 08/27/2015

Marriotts Ridge High School Information and Homes for Sale Near Marriotts Ridge High School in Marriottsville, Maryland    Located at 12100 Woodford Drive, Marriottsville, MD 21104Marriotts Ridge High School serves families from Marriottsville, Sykesville, West Friendship, Woodstock and Ellicott City, Maryland   Marriotts Ridge High School is part of the Howard County Public School System. In a short time, Marriotts Ridge High School (MRHS), a comprehensive high school, has established a reputation of academic excellence and become one of the highest performing high schools in Maryland. Nestled in a rural and suburban community along the Baltimore-Washington corridor, Marriotts Ridge draws students from varied neighborhoods who bring diverse interests to the school. To meet the needs an... 08/27/2015

Howard High School Information and Homes for Sale Near Howard High School in Ellicott City, Maryland       Howard High School   Located in 8700 Old Annapolis Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043. Howard High School serves families from Ellicott City, Elkridge, Hanover and Columbia, Maryland and is part of the Howard County Public School System.  Fast Facts Facility opened - 1952 Additions/Renovations - 1960, 1964, 1971, 1975, 1977, 2001 (A)(R), 2002 (R), 2004, 2006, 2009 School Capacity: 1,420 (This does not include additional capacity provided by 4 portable classrooms.) Total Enrollment: 1,758 Ethnicity American Indian/Alaskan 0.1% Asian 11.5% Black/African American 19.7% Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 0.1% Hispanic/Latino 6.1% White 55.3% Two or more races 7.1% Students Receiving Special Services... 08/14/2015

5112 BONNIE BRANCH RD ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21043Open House Sunday August 16 1-3pmNew Home 2014 Built Luxurious Living in this 4500 sq ft Brick front home backed to woods. Home features: Huge backyard, Oversized 2 car Garage, Oversized Rooms, Gourmet Kitchen, Bosch SS appliances, Luxurious Master Bath, Granite Countertops, 2 story Family Room, 2 story Foyer, Sunroom , Hardwood Floor, Large deck, Smart Home System, NO HOA Contact me about selling your home!  08/14/2015

 Ellicott City Real Estate Market Report July 2015This Ellicott City real estate market includes homes in the 21042 and 21043 zip codes.  Contact us directly for a breakdown by zip - here is the overall assessment.The average sold price for homes in Ellicott City, MD in July 2015 was down 9.86% from last year (average price of $527,112). Those homes stayed on the market for an average of just 34 days - homes are really going fast this summer!There are currently 313 active listings in Ellicott City, MD  - this gives buyers a lot of home buying options in our area.That is what we have been saying here at The EPIK Home Group of Keller Williams for a while - prices have stabilized and homes are selling fast while interest rates are still at HISTORIC LOWS!ALERT - If you have been thinking ab... 08/11/2015

Ellicott City, MD Real Estate Market Report for May 2015The Ellicott City real estate market continues to be very solid!  The average sold price in 21042 was $604,000 and $439,000 for zip code 21043. Those prices are close to ones we saw a year ago which shows a consistent market in our area.  There are almost 300 active listings in these zip codes which provides buyers with a lot of home buying options right now!That is what we have been saying here at The EPIK Home Group of Keller Williams for a while - prices have stabilized while interest rates are at HISTORIC LOWS!  If you have been thinking about buying for more than a year - now is the time! Click here for all the details of the most recent Ellicott City, Maryland Real Estate Market Report!   Ellie McIntire, Certified Luxury Home... 06/22/2015

Looking for a open house in Ellicott City, Maryland 21043 this weekend?There are twenty one open houses in Ellicott City, Maryland 21043 this weekend.Looking for a single family home? Condo or townhome? BEWARE!! During an open house if you do not have a real estate agent representing you, the realtor who is hosting the open house is representing the seller. Many people are unaware of the fiduciary duties of a real estate agent and assume that agents who shows them houses represent them. Not necessarily. If you have not signed an agency agreement that designates you as an agent's client, rather than his customer, the agent is acting as a fiduciary agent of the seller. Fiduciary duties are legal obligations to the client, not the customer. As your Buyer Agent my fiduciary duty is to you, ... 05/29/2015

This expansive Winchester Homes “Belmont” model with four foot bump-out on the main level features a brick and stone front with covered front porch, an attached 2 car garage and over 6,100 s.f. of living area.  This home is conveniently located in the Montjoy subdivision of Ellicott City just minutes to Route 100 for easy access to Fort Meade/NSA, Baltimore and DCThe main level offers a grand two story foyer with curved wood rail dual entry staircase, French door entry to the library with beautiful custom cabinetry, formal living and dining rooms with shadow box trim and crown moulding offer French door entry to the covered front porch, a gourmet kitchen with double ovens, granite countertops, pantry and center-island five burner gas cooktop.  The kitchen opens to a sunny breakfast room... 05/28/2015

Looking for a open house in Ellicott City, Maryland 21043 this weekend?There are twelve open houses in Ellicott City, Maryland 21043 this weekend.Looking for a single family home? Condo or townhome? BEWARE!! During an open house if you do not have a real estate agent representing you, the realtor who is hosting the open house is representing the seller. Many people are unaware of the fiduciary duties of a real estate agent and assume that agents who shows them houses represent them. Not necessarily. If you have not signed an agency agreement that designates you as an agent's client, rather than his customer, the agent is acting as a fiduciary agent of the seller. Fiduciary duties are legal obligations to the client, not the customer. As your Buyer Agent my fiduciary duty is to you, the ... 05/24/2015

Looking to attend an open house in Ellicott City 21042, Maryland this weekend?There are twelve open houses in Ellicott City 21042 Maryland this weekend.Looking for a single family home? Condo or townhome?  BEWARE!! During an open house if you do not have a real estate agent representing you, the realtor who is hosting the open house is representing the seller. Many people are unaware of the fiduciary duties of a real estate agent and assume that agents who shows them houses represent them. Not necessarily. If you have not signed an agency agreement that designates you as an agent's client, rather than his customer, the agent is acting as a fiduciary agent of the seller. Fiduciary duties are legal obligations to the client, not the customer. As your Buyer Agent my fiduciary duty is to yo... 05/24/2015

Looking for a open house in Ellicott City, Maryland Howard County this weekend, May 16-17 2015?   BEWARE!! During an open house if you do not have a real estate agent representing you, the realtor who is hosting the open house is representing the seller. Many people are unaware of the fiduciary duties of a real estate agent and assume that agents who shows them houses represent them. Not necessarily. If you have not signed an agency agreement that designates you as an agent's client, rather than his customer, the agent is acting as a fiduciary agent of the seller. Fiduciary duties are legal obligations to the client, not the customer. As your Buyer Agent my fiduciary duty is to you, the Buyer. This relationship and agreement includes fidelity, honesty, dedication to purpose and acting i... 05/15/2015

The Ellicott City area in Howard County, MD is always popular because of its' excellent location.  Columbia, Baltimore and Washington, DC are a short drive away so the job prospects here are numerous.  Add in excellent public schools, outdoor parks and recreation, an award winning historic main street and convenience to shopping and dining and you can see why this area is booming!   FOR THE COMPLETE UPDATE ON THE CURRENT ELLICOTT MD REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT FOR FEBRUARY 2015 (GRAPHS, CHARTS AND DATA) CLICK THIS LINK.   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The McIntire Luxury Home Team Are you are planning to move to Howard County or Catonsville and you want a Buyers Agent that really knows the area? Find out why Goldilocks would use the McIntire Luxury Home Team... 03/15/2015