Howard County Homes on Acreage. If you are looking for a home in Howard County, and would like the privacy and serenity of owning several acres, you first have to determine what a ‘acreage' means to you, what's available in the area, how much you should expect to pay, and what you can get for the value.
In Howard County, to me, a large lot is one that is at least 5 acres. There is not an overabundance of these properties available, and where you would like to be in the County plays a large role in what you will find and how much you will pay.
In Western Howard County, the homes on acreage will be more expensive, and more remote, with further driving distances to commuter routes, shopping and conveniences. Fulton and Highland offer a few properties that have large, private lots, as well as a shorter commute to both Washington DC and Baltimore than Western Howard County communities. Fulton and Highland have the unique appeal of being close to Maple Lawn, a planned development that provides true one stop convenience with retail, business, medical and conveniences all in one nearby location.
When looking at Howard County homes on acreage, if privacy is of importance to you, consider reviewing the neighboring properties to see if any new construction, be it commercial, residential or agricultural, could affect your peace of mind.
Other appealing amenities of Howard County homes on acreage is that some of the homes back to parks, reservoirs and forest preservation areas. You may even have walking trails and fishing right in your own back yard. Further, many of the homes have been custom built and offer unique architecture that you wouldn't find in a tract home. As you search, note that some properties may allow you to keep horses or other animals.
Howard County Homes on Acreage
Howard County Community Report
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Tim McIntyre, GRI, Ellicott City Realtor, Catonsville Realtor
Helping Clients Buy, Sell and Invest in
Howard County, Carroll County and Baltimore County
for more than 25 years.
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