Howard County/Catonsville Real Estate and Lifestyle Blog
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2550 Kensington Gardens, Ellicott City, MD Click here to Get Directions$390000 2 Beds - 2 Baths - Photos Maps & Local Schools Print For more info, contact directly the Official Listing Agent, Ellie McIntire with Keller Williams Realty at 443-418-7668 © or 443-574-1600 (o) – Have your mouse tour ...
03/23/2026
🎉 You’re Invited: Public Open House in Columbia! 🏡Come see this rare single-level home in Columbia’s desirable Long Reach community! Join us for a Public Open House on Sunday, March 22, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at:📍 5392 Storm Drift Place, Columbia, MD 21045Step inside this beautifully main...
03/19/2026
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🎨 Worst Colors to Paint Your Home in 2026(And What Buyers Secretly Think When They See Them)🚫 1. Stark, Cold Gray (Yes… It’s Officially Over) 4 For years, gray was the “safe” choice. Now it reads like:“We updated this house in 2018 and then stopped trying.”Buyers in 2026 want warmth, character, a...
03/18/2026
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🌼 Ellicott City Weekly Market Update – March 17, 2026 🏡The spring market is starting to bloom in Ellicott City! Here’s what happened over the past 7 days:🌟 10 new listings hit the market, with 14 coming soon homes—great news for buyers as inventory continues to grow.🤝 11 homes went under contract...
03/17/2026
Setting the right price is key to attracting serious buyers. Too high, and you risk turning them away; too low, and you leave money on the table.Tips to Price Smart: Know Your Market: Compare recent local sales to see what buyers are paying. Highlight Your Home’s Value: Upgrades and unique featur...
03/16/2026
When buying a home, it’s easy to focus only on the numbers—price, mortgage payment, and monthly expenses. While your budget matters, the right home should also support how you actually live day to day.Think about your routine. Consider how the home fits into your daily life. Is there space to wor...
03/16/2026
🏡🌊 Open House – Waterfront Living on Cox Creek! 🌊🏡📅 Sunday, March 15, 2026🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM📍 802 Waterview Dr, Orchard Beach, MD 21226Come experience the charm of this beautiful waterfront home in person! Nestled along peaceful Cox Creek, 802 Waterview Drive offers stunning water views, inviti...
03/12/2026
📣 Open House This Sunday in Catonsville! 🏡Join us for a quick tour of 28 Bryans Mill Way this Sunday, March 15 from 1–2 PM in beautiful Catonsville.Tucked off Old Frederick Road and surrounded by trees near Patapsco Valley State Park, this home offers a peaceful setting with easy access toward El...
03/12/2026
802 Waterview Dr, Orchard Beach, MD Click here to Get Directions$545000 4 Beds - 2 Baths - 0.13 acres Lot Photos Maps & Local Schools Print For more info, contact directly the Official Listing Agent, Ellie McIntire with Keller Williams Realty at 443-418-7668 © or 443-574-1600 (o) – Have your mou...
03/11/2026
5392 Storm Drift Place, Columbia, MD Click here to Get Directions$575000 3 Beds - 2 Baths - 0.16 sqft Lot Photos Maps & Local Schools Print For more info, contact directly the Official Listing Agent, Ellie McIntire with Keller Williams Realty at 443-418-7668 © or 443-574-1600 (o) – Have your mou...
03/11/2026
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