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Spotlight on:
Howard County, Maryland
Howard County, Maryland is in the heart of the corridor between Washington D.C. and Baltimore and has a well-blended mix of urban and suburban lifestyles. It's known for it highly educated workforce and ranks among the wealthiest in the state, with a median household income of $77,000.

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Howard County was created from Anne Arundel County in 1938 and officially became a county in 1851. It was named for a Revolutionary War officer and governor of Maryland, John Eager Howard. The county incorporates a historic legacy with a dynamic economy including farming to high-tech industry along with a wide array of cultural and leisure activities.

Howard County Home Sales
Homes in Howard County range from one bedroom condo to sprawling luxury homes. The County is commonly referred to as East or West Howard County with the Eastern portion of the County made up of developments, shopping and businesses. The Western portion of the County has seen much growth over the years, but still retains a number of farms and undeveloped land.

Howard County Home Statistics
In 2006, there were about 3,241 single homes sold.

This represents and 17.2% decline in the number of homes sold for 2005.
The number of active listings in December of 2006 increased 56.6% from December of 2005 from 673 to 1054...WOW!
The average price of a home increased slightly by 4% compared to 17% in 2005 and 20.25% in 2004. The average Price of a single family home now in Howard County is $493,743. In 2005 it was $474,752 and in 2004, $ 405,716.

Howard County New Home Sales Looking for a new home? There are several new home sites currently available with several builders with currently quick delivery inventory. Interested in a brand new home in Howard County? The average new Construction Single family home sold was $ 871,314.

Howard County Active Adult Communities Relatively new to the area are several Active Adult Communities. With the restriction on new home development on many areas within the county due to School overpopulation, builders are able to get the Adult communities approved. Depending on what you are looking for, I can help you find it. They can be 1 level condos or 3 bedroom single homes or large town homes. Sales run from $256,000 to $ 681,000.

Howard County Links:
Government | Schools | Library | General Hospital | Chamber of Commerce

Spotlight on:
Ellicott City, Maryland
Ellicott City is the county seat of Howard County government and offers a great location for families working both in Baltimore and Washington, DC. The schools are among the top rated in the state and nationally. Within Ellicott City and its surrounding area are many parks including the beautiful Patapsco River and Patapsco Valley State Park with great recreational opportunities.

Ellicott City was created when three brothers that moved to the area from Buck's County PA founded Ellicott City as a Quaker Community. The Brothers John, Joseph and Andres established Ellicott Mills in 1772 paying three dollars per acre. The Ellicott's established a grist mill and established mills for flour and manufacturing iron products.

Although one of the main attractions in Ellicott City is a beautifully restored old Mill Town built in 1772, it also includes much more. The historical Main Street includes a wide array of restaurants, museums and shops. Historic Ellicott City is one of those rare towns where people from all walks of life converge. Suburban teenagers, bikers, aging hippies, yuppies, New Agers and good ol' boys coexist in mostly tranquil harmony.

Ellicott City Home Sales
Homes are available in all styles and ages with new development now surrounding the Historic District and larger estate homes now overlooking the countryside and farms.

Ellicott City Home statistics:
In 2006,

448 single family homes were sold at an average sales price of $611,696.
Average days on market was 62 days.
215 town homes sold at an average price of $376,852
with average days on market at 53 days.
143 garden or condos sold at an average price of $291,451
with average days on market at 55 days.

Ellicott City Links:
Ellicott City | B & O Railroad Station Museum

Spotlight on:
Columbia, Maryland
Columbia, made up of ten villages each with its own neighborhood, schools, community center and shops, is the product of developer James Rouse's vision of a diverse sharing and environmentally conscious development. It provides an ideal location between Baltimore and Washington D. C. with many commuters living within its boundaries. The Columbia Association offers a wide range of culture, recreational and community service programs designed to make Columbia a great place to live, work and play.

Columbia Home Sales
Homes in Columbia are located within each of the ten Villages within Columbia with each Village having it's own shopping, recreation and home diversity.

Columbia Home Statistics
In 2006:

603 single family homes were sold at an average of $500,333.
Average days on market at 55 days.
507 town homes were sold at an average price of $330,500.
Average days on market at 43 days
81 garden or condos sold at an average price of $238,000
with average days on market at 40 days.

Columbia Links:
Official Columbia Site | Columbia Association | Map of Columbia and it's Villages

If you are looking to buy or sell a home in Howard County call (410.418.8155) or email me for a report on the most recent transactions in the area. Click to our listings, or you can tell me what you are looking and I will contact you when a home comes on the market. Just complete my Market Contact Form.

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Karen Ingalls
410 418 8155

9171 Baltimore National Pike
Ellicott City, MD 21042
kingalls@LNF.com