Located west of Baltimore in Carroll County, Maryland is the small town of Sykesville. This town has a quiet setting, pleasant climate, and four well-defined, beautiful seasons. Offering an unparalleled quality of life, Sykesville real estate is home to affordable housing, outstanding education, abundant recreational opportunities, and plenty of shopping.       FOR THE COMPLETE UPDATE ON THE CURRENT SYKESVILLE MD REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT FOR JANUARY 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 and you should too (h... 02/20/2015

New Construction is in full force for buyers looking for Luxury Homes! The Sykesville/Eldersburg area is a very popular location for homebuyers for commuters who want to be near Rt 32. Check out many of the new home builders in these subdivisions: Poolesdale Farm Derby Farms Piney View Waters Edge Long Reach Farm Estates at Liberty Reservoir  Caruso Near Piny Run Park Most buyers understand the importance of being represented by a buyer agent in a real estate purchase. It's surprising that some buyers mistakenly think they do not need a Realtor when buying a new home from a builder. At the new home model the sales person only represents the builders best interest. Make sure you have an experienced Realtor to negotiate the contract for you!    This article is a good example of why worki... 01/07/2015

Search current inventory of Hawk Ridge Farm  or Sykesville/Eldersburg, MD Neighborhood Details Hawk Ridge Farm Sykesville, MD Price Range: Mid to upper $400’s Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2.5 Average Square Footage: 2200-2500 Average Lot size: .25 or less Call Diane M. Phillips at 443-286-4365 to see if there are any properties available and arrange a showing. You Will Love the Gentle Rolling Hills in this Beautiful community When a home is for sale in Hawk Ridge Farm it is a wonderful opportunity to own a remarkable colonial style home built in 1989 by Powers Development and Construction in the Sykesville area of Southern Carroll County. These homes, generally include 3-4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths.  Owners suites include soaking tub, separate shower and double vanity.  Countless windows allow l... 01/02/2015

Holiday Events for Sykesville, Westminster, Mount Airy   There is a lot going on this weekend and this month indeed. Hard to believe how fast time fly's and before you know it we will be ringing in 2015! So maybe shopping for gifts is foremost on your mind. There are so many cool shops on the Main Streets in Sykesville, Westminster, & Mount Airy. There are several events of Historic significance, as well as fun parades and celebrations.   Sykesville Friday December 5, 10:00 am- 10:00 pm  is the 12 Hours of Christmas- Special shopping event on Main Street- visit local shops for wine tastings, raffles, refreshments, sales, and more!   Saturday Dec 6,  1-4 pm at the Colored Schoolhouse- Memories of Sykesville's Christmas Past celebrating the release of the new book "In Carrie's Footprints:... 12/03/2014

Thinking of Taking Your Home Off the Market for the Holidays? When the holidays are approaching, sellers often wonder if they should keep their properties on the market or take them off. They also believe if they haven’t listed their homes yet, that they should wait until after the first of the year or until spring. The second busiest buying season of the year is under way. What many folks don’t know is how serious buyers are out during this time of year when inventory is often at the lowest point. Many are relocation or last minute buyers needing to be in a home by the end of the year. This gives you quite a bit of leverage as a seller and makes now a perfect time to keep your home on the market!. Why miss that one buyer who is looking to buy your home? With interest rates expected to ... 11/22/2014

  Sykesville Main Street Art & Wine Festival & Events The annual Sykesville Art & Wine Festival was a smashing success yesterday. It was a beautiful day with great music provided by Fast Eddie & The Slowpokes, lots of awesome food vendors including our very own French Twist for crepes and Sweet Simpliciti with their fresh baked scones and gourmet cupcakes.   The beautiful poster was made by local artist Brian Rayford - M5 Signs. It was for sale with 10% of the sales going toward domestic violence.www.beckysfund.org Upcoming Sykesville Main Street events for First Friday with music and wine can be found at www.SykesvilleMainStreet.com   Carroll County is a great place to live and play. I thought I would have some fun by taking a random survey of 100 people. The results were: 40% came fro... 05/05/2014

Main Street Sykesville, MD Temporary Closure for CSX Repairs   Beginning Monday, April 28, CSX Transportation will repair its railroad crossing at MD 851 (Main Street) in Sykesville near the Howard-Carroll County line, requiring a temporary closure of MD 851 at the railroad crossing from April 28 through May 2.   The State Highway Administration (SHA) coordinated with CSX to establish a signed detour route during the closure. The detour will direct traffic around the closure using MD 32 (Sykesville Road/Washington Road), College Avenue and Sandosky Road. Residents and local businesses will have access to their properties during the closure.   Portable electronic message signs are in the area to alert drivers to the upcoming work. Cones and barrels will also alert motorists to the work z... 04/23/2014

Price Trends Sold vs Listed in Sykesville MD 21784 February 2014 The median list price for Febuar is $383,210 Area information for community and local schools like this below can be found on our website. You can learn more valuable data and stats about your area. For information on home values Become a Market Insider today!    Find your home value here if you are Thinking of selling your home in Sykesville?   Get listing alerts as they come on the market Search homes for sale in Sykesville   Call or email me anytime to discuss how this information can benefit you!   I’m just a phone call away! Jeri Herl The Herl Home Dream Team Keller Williams Realty Consultants 800-710-0815   info@HerlHomeDreamTeam.com    02/26/2014

Sykesville offers a Quintessential Main Street for Shopping & Dining   Small town Main Streets are so nice when keeping up with the same feel and look of days past when residents strolled the streets to stop in the hardware store or the candy shop.   Carroll County offers several such places with the twist having an assortment of the unique specialty shops. Some have changed hands or venues and some have remained for years, like Alexandra's Attic for Antiques. It's always fun taking a break to shop or attend a main street festival. One of the newest shops to open is Gypsy Systers. I did some shopping there for Christmas and was intrgued by an all natural make up line they developed called Gypsy Sol. That deserves another trip back to try it out! The Sweet Simplici-Tea shop is a fantasti... 01/10/2014

New Construction-Homes For Sale-Viking Custom Homes Woodbine MD GRAND OPENING in new Chimney Rock Estates  I just attended the grand opening of the model at Chimney Rock Estates by Viking Homes and, WOW! Truely a quality custom home. The elegant French Country Style features Old World inspired architectural details. There are 22 one-three acre home sites pricd in the mid 600's starting at 3,100 sq. ft. and up. This is the model home and the listed property for the base price of $649,900 is found on this link for address 6609 Seneca Lane but by Viking Homes at Chimney Rock Estates in Woodbine MD   If you are interested in new construction in southern Carroll County read more of our blogs on these communities:   LONG REACH FARMS SYKESVILLE  PRESERVE AT POOLEDALE FARMS DERBY FARMS ELDERSBU... 11/18/2013

Market Trends and Homes For Sale in Sykesville MD 21784 Clocks Fall Back and So Do Contracts Written During the Government Shutdown   Inventory is currentyly lower with 128 availble single family homes on the market and 50 single family homes under contract. There are 100 homes that failed to sell.  Visit our website and start the search and get all the current information like this for Market Trends as well: Search our website Homes for Sale in Sykesville MD 21784 and get listing alerts as soon as homes come on the market! There are many great places to live in the south Carroll County area. So if you are wondering how many homes are for sale in any particular town like Mount Airy, Westminster, Eldersburg, or Sykesville, MD.     I’m just a phone call away! Jeri Herl The Herl Home Dream... 11/06/2013

Home Price, Market Report and Homes for Sale in Sykesville, MD SEP 2013 Real Estate market data for Sykesville provided by Team Caropreso. Below are summary of Sykesville Real Estate Market Report Sep 2013:             Do you want to receive a FREE monthly Market Report? Click on icon below and sign up for our Market insider!     10/11/2013

Home Price, Market Report and Homes for Sale in Sykesville, MD Aug 2013 Real Estate market data for Sykesville provided by Team Caropreso. Below are summary of Sykesville Real Estate Market Report Aug 2013:             Do you want to receive a FREE monthly Market Report? Click on icon below and sign up for our Market insider!     09/20/2013

Home Price, Market Report and Homes for Sale in Sykesville, MD July 2013 Real Estate market data for Sykesville provided by Team Caropreso. Below are summary of Sykesville Real Estate Market Report July 2013:             Do you want to receive a FREE monthly Market Report? Click on icon below and sign up for our Market insider!     08/12/2013

Home Price, Market Report and Homes for Sale in Sykesville, MD June 2013 Real Estate market data for Sykesville provided by Team Caropreso. Below are summary of Sykesville Real Estate Market Report June 2013:             Do you want to receive a FREE monthly Market Report? Click on icon below and sign up for our Market insider!     07/14/2013

  Carroll County Maryland Homes for Sale and Demographics.       Carroll County Maryland is a popular selection for home buyers seeking convenience to Howard/Baltimore/Frederick County employment locations and the value found in rural counties.     Contact us for a tour of homes in your price range. Our relocation agents will show you homes in your price range and location of choice in Eldersberg, Sykesville, Westminster and other locations throughout Carroll County real estat  e.                             MAPS & FACTS     BUYING REAL ESTATE IN CARROLL COUNTY WILL BE EASIER IF YOU HAVE THE FACTS ABOUT THE CARROLL COUNTY HOMES AND LIVING IN CARROLL COUNTY. HOMEFINDERS.COM WILL GIVE YOU THE FACTS. TRAVEL FACTS: Travel Distances From Carroll County Locations Hampstead to Baltimore City H... 06/18/2013

Sykesville Cinema in the Park returns for a second year!   Saturday June 6th the Sykesville Cinema kicks off its second season of outdoor family movies in the park. They start at dusk and are shown on a 12’ inflatable screen. I believe this is the closest to a drive-in theater Carroll County has experienced in years. Bumpers Drive in was proposed in the early 2000 however, it never came to fruition.   You can make a day of visiting Sykesville by visiting the many fine shops and restaurants; enjoying the parks and trails; and taking the kids to ride the Little Sykes miniature train. Then enjoy a FREE movie under the stars at South Branch Park. Parking is available at South Branch Park which includes easy access handicapped parking.   South Branch Park is located just across the Patapsco ... 06/05/2013

Learn to line dance in Sykesville, MD   Learn to line dance in Sykesville, MD The Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department hosts line dancing events every Wednesday from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Don't know how to line dance? Don't worry, they'll teach you! $7 at the door gets you line dancing, lessons, and a good time. Light Refreshments  available.  Grab your Boots and a friend  and join us.  6680 Sykesville Rd, Eldersburg, MD   Line Dancing will be cancelled if the Carroll County Snow Emergency Plan is in effect as of 4pm, otherwise we would like to see you there.   Email SFDFDfundraising@comcast.net if you have any questions or call Sue and Jeff Tarrant 410-795-7122.   Follow us on Facebook. www.facebook.com/SFDFDStation12   Learn to line dance in Sykesville, MD 05/13/2013

Sykesville, MD’s 4th Annual Fine Art & Wine Festival   When: Sunday,  May 5, 2013 Time:    12: pm - 5:00 pm Venue:     Sykesville Main Street Address: 7547 Main Street, Sykesville, MD, 21784, United States Cost:    Free For information 140-795-8959 www.sykesvillemainstreet.com Live Entertainment Schedule: 12-12:45 Larry Wilson Acoustic 1-1:15 Amarabic Magic Belly Dancers 1:30-2:15 Richard Walton Acoustic 2:30-2:45 Amarabic Magic Belly Dancers 3-345 John Rousey & The Revelators 4-4:15 Amarabic Magic Belly Dancers 4:15-5 John Rousey & The Revelators   Sykesville, MD’s 4th Annual Fine Art & Wine Festival 05/04/2013

Price Trends Sold vs Listed in Sykesville MD 21784 April 2013 The median list price for April is $492,310 Area information for community and local schools like this below can be found on our website. You can learn more valuable data and stats about your area. For information on home values Become a Market Insider today!     Find your home value here if you are Thinking of selling your home in Sykesville? Get listing alerts as they come on the market Search homes for sale in Sykesville   Call or email me anytime to discuss how this information can benefit you!   I’m just a phone call away! Jeri Herl The Herl Home Dream Team Keller Williams Realty Consultants 800-710-0815 info@HerlHomeDreamTeam.com        04/29/2013