524 Oella Ave, Ellicott City, MD 21043

Between its prime location and over $300,000 in quality upgrades & updates, this exceptionally charming Farmhouse-style home is a stand-out. With an expansive covered front porch that overlooks one of the very best yards in Oella, it's sure to steal your heart! From the moment you step inside, you’ll sense the owners’ insistence that every renovation be well thought out and done with an eye to quality. A spacious classic center hall floor plan, it's been expanded with two additions that include a Kitchen expansion and 1st floor Family Room. Its understated elegance is enhanced by tall ceilings, original moldings & hardware, transom features, and gorgeous heart pine floors. Large "6 over 6" windows provide an abundance of natural light. With a welcoming Foyer that opens to the Living and Dining Rooms, the layout is perfect for hosting family and friends! The 25’ x 14’ Kitchen features an abundance of beautiful cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a butcher block-topped island, a sunny garden window, energy efficient gas stove insert, and enough space for a large table. It opens to a 19' x 11' Family Room addition, enhanced by cathedral ceilings, exposed beams, skylights, and 2 French doors that provide access to the deck and backyard. Additional features include a convenient Powder Room off the Foyer, an 18’ x 12’ 1st-floor Bedroom (currently used as a Home Office), a nicely appointed full Bath, and a convenient 1st floor Laundry Room/Mud entry, with lots of cabinets and access to the garage. Upstairs, you’ll find 3 spacious Bedrooms and a very nicely updated Full Bath. The spacious Primary bedroom has access to a 15’ x 14’ “Bonus” room with 2 large closets that could be used as a dressing room, Home Office, Exercise Room, or Nursery. A pull-down stairway in the hallway provides access to storage in the attic. Additional improvements include the architectural shingle roof & skylights in 2023, 6” gutter replacement, leaf guards & repainting inside and out in 2023, electrical upgrades, updated lighting, ceiling fans, zoned HVAC, gas stove insert, HWH, low maintenance siding, and additional insulation. The basement has been insulated and has a walkout-level entrance. The walls and ceiling on one side are finished, making it easy to finish off for extra living space. The other side would make a great workshop or exercise room. Stepping outside, you’re going to be impressed by the size and functionality of the yard. One of the largest, most private in the community, it’s a nature lovers' delight! Enhanced by naturalized landscaping and backing to woods, its features include a stream, a fenced enclosure for pets, and an expansive deck with plenty of seating. The long driveway ensures plenty of parking for guests, a rare feature in Oella! The oversized 2-car garage has steps to a loft that provides lots of storage space. It could also be finished off for use as a studio, exercise area, or Home Office. This prime location, deep in the heart of Oella, is convenient to hiking trails, the river, Patapsco State Park, Centennial Park, Roger Carter Center, Ellicott City, Catonsville, and Columbia shops & restaurants. Enjoy local farmers’ markets, free music in the summer, festivals, and special events, including 4th of July! Easy access to Rt. 29 and commuter routes to Columbia, Baltimore, DC & Va. 1 yr. AHS warranty included. Verify school information on Baltimore County Public Schools website.