Welcome to this beautiful 4-bedroom townhome located in the highly desirable 55+ community of Village Crest, offering elegant finishes, spacious living areas, and exceptional community amenities. Thoughtful architectural details including crown molding and paneled lower walls add timeless charm throughout the home, while gorgeous hardwood floors flow across the main level. The pretty kitchen features granite countertops, pantry storage, and breakfast bar seating, opening to a warm and inviting family room with a cozy gas fireplace. Just beyond, the bright breakfast room/sunroom provides direct access to an enclosed porch complete with its own electric fireplace—perfect for relaxing year-round. The convenient main-level owner's suite offers comfort and privacy with an ensuite bathroom featuring a double sink vanity, a walk-in tub, and separate shower. A half bath and laundry room on the main level add to the ease of everyday living. Upstairs, a spacious loft overlooks the foyer and is accompanied by two generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom—ideal for guests or additional living space. The finished lower level offers incredible flexibility with a large recreation area perfect for a home gym, media room, or hobby space, along with a fourth bedroom and full bathroom. A door from the lower level leads to a beautiful partially covered patio for additional outdoor enjoyment. Additional highlights include a 2-car garage and a premium location backing to open space with plentiful overflow and guest parking nearby. Residents of Village Crest enjoy outstanding amenities including indoor and outdoor pools, tennis and pickleball courts, fitness center, and an activity-filled clubhouse, creating a vibrant and active lifestyle community.
For sale
$715,000
8254 Academy Rd #8, Ellicott City, MD 21043
4beds
4,072sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Townhouse
Built in 2005
-- sqft lot
$703,800 Zestimate®
$176/sqft
$475/mo HOA
What's special
Cozy gas fireplaceElegant finishesThoughtful architectural detailsSeparate showerCrown moldingPaneled lower wallsBreakfast bar seating
- 18 days |
- 693 |
- 14 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dan Borowy 410-936-9164,
Redfin Corp 4102028454
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDHW2067626
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Sun/Florida Room, Loft, Storage Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 24
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 24
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 14
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Chair Rail, Crown Molding
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 14
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Area: 720 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 X 36
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 13
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Gas, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 17
Loft
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 13
Storage room
- Level: Lower
Other
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 13
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Other, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Basement: Other
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,072
- Total interior livable area: 4,072 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,532
- Finished area below ground: 1,540
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Concrete, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Exterior features: Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Trees/Woods
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1402421771
- Zoning: POR
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Villa
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Shingle,Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Condo and coop fee: $346 monthly
- Senior community: Yes
- Subdivision: Village Crest At Taylor Village
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Common Grounds, Community Center, Fitness Center, Game Room, Library, Meeting Room, Party Room, Indoor Pool, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Tennis Court(s)
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Pool(s), Recreation Facility, Reserve Funds, Road Maintenance, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $129 monthly
Location
- Region: Ellicott City
- Municipality: Ellicott City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $176/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $550,700
- Annual tax amount: $7,978
- Date on market: 5/14/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Condominium
Estimated market value
$703,800
$669,000 - $739,000
$4,234/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $715,000+57.1%$176/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDHW2067626 Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2019 | Sold | $455,000$112/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2019 | Listed for sale | $455,000$112/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Advantage Realty #MDHW220368 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2019 | Pending sale | $455,000$112/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX ADVANTAGE REALTY #MDHW220368 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2019 | Listed for sale | $455,000-9%$112/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Advantage Realty #MDHW220368 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2006 | Sold | $499,990$123/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $523,400 +5.5% |
| 2024 | $5,586 +5.8% | $496,100 +5.8% |
| 2023 | $5,279 +2.9% | $468,800 |
| 2022 | $5,131 +3% | $468,800 +5.9% |
| 2021 | $4,984 +3.1% | $442,600 +3.1% |
| 2020 | $4,836 +1.4% | $429,500 |
| 2019 | $4,769 -6.1% | $429,500 +2.9% |
| 2018 | $5,077 -15.4% | $417,500 +1.5% |
| 2017 | $6,002 | $411,500 +2.2% |
| 2016 | -- | $402,600 +2.3% |
| 2015 | -- | $393,700 +2.3% |
| 2014 | -- | $384,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $384,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $384,800 -4.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $403,700 0% |
| 2010 | -- | $403,780 |
| 2009 | -- | $403,780 -8.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $440,160 +7% |
| 2007 | -- | $411,306 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 21043
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Worthington Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Ellicott Mills Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 9/10Howard High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Howard County Public Schools
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- Maryland
- Howard County
- Ellicott City
- 21043
- 8254 Academy Rd Unit 8
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