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1540 Belfast Road

SPARKS, MD 21152

5 beds
6 baths
14,278 sqft
~70 acre lot
$378 per sqft
2003 build

Grandview (circa 2003) – Everything about this 80-acre country estate reveals its bespoke origin. Absolute privacy was paramount, leading to a home that is invisible from the road. Parcels in the Maryland countryside were scoured for a decade before this specific grouping was chosen and assembled. At almost 600’ high in the Belfast Valley, the views are arresting. From the flower gardens right outside your doors - cultivated to attract certain species of butterflies - through the majesty of the Greco-Roman fountain - quenching the thirst of native birds – through the endless topography of gently rolling hills - in every color of sun-kissed green – in all directions – lies a veritable feast for your senses. You have never seen a vista this far-reaching, heard nature this deeply, or consumed the beauty of Maryland’s countryside quite like this. That’s why this property is called Grandview. The selection of the land was just the beginning of the curation process. Every aspect of the 9,000 square foot main home was custom-made. The region’s very best builder was brought to bear. Every cubic foot was imagined with the most maniacal attention to detail, gathering the most lavish and exotic of materials from all corners of the world, and calling for the most creative inspiration and execution of the skilled craftsmen and artisans assembled - all to construct such a masterpiece. And from its perch atop the grandest, natural spectacle in the Sparks countryside, a most profound sense of peace is yours. Complimenting the manor house is a charming Cottage (2BR/2BA, approx. 2,000 SF) for overflow family and friends, a Tenant House (3BR/2BA, approx. 2,000 SF) that is currently home to caretakers of the property and a Barn Complex, with ample room for grand entertainment … or farm use. 40+ acres of fenced pastures and tillable fields. Two separately deeded parcels with additional subdivision potential. The property is not encumbered by any conservation or preservation easement. If you’re looking for more than your ‘typical’ lovely Maryland estate - if you’re looking to transcend adjectives - this is The One.

Listing courtesy of BRIGHT / Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty

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MLS# MDBC2025248 —

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The Building

Year Built:

2003
Year Built Source:

Assessor
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Brick, Stone, Stucco
Structure Type:

Detached
Architectural Style:

Villa
Levels:

2
Roof:

Shake
Accessibility Features:

None
Foundation Details:

Other
Basement:

No
Total SqFt Source:

Assessor
Total Below Grade SqFt Source:

Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Above Grade Fin SqFt:

14278
Above Grade Fin SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Tax Total Finished SqFt:

14278

Interior

Interior Features:

Additional Stairway, Built-Ins, Carpet, Breakfast Area, Curved Staircase, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Soaking Tub, Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments
Room List:

Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Library, Breakfast Room, Exercise Room, Mud Room, Media Room
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplaces:

3
Living Area SqFt Source:

Assessor

Room Dimensions

Total SqFt:

14278
Living Area SqFt:

14,278 Sqft

Financial & Terms

Sale Type:

Standard
Possession:

Settlement

Location

Directions:

I83 to West on Belfast Road to property.
Latitude:

39.55188000
Longitude:

-76.70220000

The Property

Property Type:

Farm
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

69.89
Lot Size Source:

Assessor
Lot Features:

Additional Lot(s), Backs to Trees, Landscaping
Lot SqFt:

3,044,408 Sqft
Additional Parcels:

Yes
Additional Parcels:

08 2300010210 (8.6776 Ac Ss Yeoho Rd 1800 Ft N Belfast Rd)
Zoning:

RC2
View:

Panoramic, Pasture, Scenic Vista
In City Limits:

No
Outdoor Living Structures:

Patio(s)
Other Structures:

Above Grade, Below Grade
Horse:

Yes
Horse Amenities:

Stable(s)
Farm Operation:

General, Pasture, Row Crop
Farm Features:

Other Residence, Shed(s)
Water View:

No
Crops Included:

No
Fencing:

Board, Partially
Pasture Acres:

46.00
Tillable Acres:

12.00
Waterfront:

No
Water Oriented:

No
Water Access:

No
Farm Land Area Source:

Estimated
Navigable Water:

No
Tidal Water:

No
Farm Land Preservation:

No
Land Use Code:

010
Riparian Rights:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax ID Number:

04082000006845
Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

$38,355
Tax Assessed Value:

$3,164,567
Year Assessed:

2023
County Tax:

38355.00
Total Taxes Pymnt Freq:

Annually

Beds

Bedrooms:

5
Bedrooms Main Level:

2
Upper Level Bedrooms:

3
Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:

3

Baths

Bathrooms Total Count:

6
Full Bathrooms:

5
Half Bathrooms:

1
Bathrooms Main Level:

3.00
Full Bathrooms Main Level:

2
Half Bathrooms Main Level:

1
Upper Level Full Baths:

3
Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels:

3
Bathrooms Count Upper Level:

3.00
Bathrooms Full Upper Level:

3

The Listing

Buyer's Brokerage Compensation:

2.5%
Buyer Agency Comp Type:

% Of Gross
Buyer Agency Comp Selection:

Percent

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type:

Central A/C
Central Air:

Yes
Cooling Fuel:

Electric
Heating:

Yes
Heating Type:

Forced Air, Heat Pump(s), Zoned
Heating Fuel:

Propane - Owned, Electric

Utilities

Sewer Septic:

Septic Exists
Hot Water:

Propane, 60+ Gallon Tank
Water Source:

Well

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven - Double, Oven - Wall, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Cooktop, Disposal

Schools

Elementary School:

Sparks
Middle School:

Hereford
High School:

HEREFORD
School District Name:

Baltimore County Public Schools
School District Source:

3rd Party

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Belfast Valley
Senior Community:

No
Exterior Features:

Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Outbuilding(s), Water Fountains
Pool:

No Pool
HOA:

No
Condo/Coop Association:

No

Parking

Total Garage and Parking Spaces:

2
Garage:

Yes
Garage Features:

Additional Storage Area, Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces:

2.00
Type of Parking:

Attached Garage, Driveway
Parking Features:

Brick Driveway, Circular Driveway, Crushed Stone, Paved Driveway
# of Attached Garage Spaces:

2

Extra Units

Vacation Rental:

No

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$5,400,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$28,915
Taxes	$3,196
Insurance	$1,485
Utilities	$465 See report
Total	$34,061/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price
5/23/22 May 23, 2022	Listed / Active	BRIGHT	$5,400,000
5/2/22 May 2, 2022	Sold Subject To Contingencies	BRIGHT	$5,400,000
3/1/22 Mar 1, 2022	Listed / Active	BRIGHT	$5,400,000

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