2040 Garden Drive Forest Hill, MD 21050
Courtesy of Suzanne Burton, Cummings & Co Realtors {attribution_contact}
Description
Are you searching for the perfect 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Colonial with a 2-car garage, situated on a beautifully landscaped lot in the highly sought-after Forest Lakes community in Forest Hill? Your search is over! This stunning home, lovingly maintained by its original owners, offers numerous upgrades and a welcoming layout that's perfect for today's busy family. Step into the bright 2-story foyer, highlighted by a large palladium window that fills the space with natural light. The foyer, along with the living room, dining room, and half bath, features upgraded wide-plank bamboo flooring (2018). The spacious living room offers versatile functionality, perfect for hosting guests, enjoying quiet evenings, or tailoring the space to suit your personal style. The formal dining room is a true standout, adorned with chair rail, box, and crown moldings and bay window that add an elegant touch - an ideal setting for entertaining. The remodeled eat-in kitchen (2016) is a chef's dream, complete with stainless steel appliances, a gas stove, custom tile backsplash, upgraded cabinetry, and an island for additional workspace. Adjacent to the dining area, an upgraded slider (2015) with built-in blinds leads to a composite, maintenance-free deck with stairs to the level backyard - perfect for outdoor entertaining. The step-down family room is warm and inviting, featuring a wall of windows that flood the space with light and a cozy gas fireplace with a slate surround and mantle and upgraded flooring. Additional main-level highlights include a half bath, a spacious laundry/mudroom with a front-load washer and dryer (2021), ample closet space, and access to the 2-car garage, which includes built-in storage shelving. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with cathedral ceilings, two walk-in closets, and an en-suite bath featuring a large soaking tub, separate shower, and upgraded flooring (2023). Three additional bedrooms on the upper level are generously sized, each with ample closet space. The updated hall bath (2023) includes a tiled shower/tub surround, a double vanity, upgraded flooring, and modern lighting. NEW carpet has been installed on the upper level, lower level and 2 set of stairs (2025). The finished lower level features a spacious 22' x 25' recreation area/second family room with a walk-up to the backyard and a rough-in for an additional bath. There is plenty of room for storage, in the unfinished storage/system area in the lower level. Other updates included Architectural Roof (2019), HVAC (2017), Water Heater (2019), Garage Doors (2020), Garage Door Opener (2020), Front Door (2020). Conveniently located within walking distance of the elementary school and recreation fields, this home combines style, comfort and accessibility. This home is the complete package, ready for you to call it your own. Schedule your showing today!
Property Details and Features
Property Access
- Road Responsibility: City/County
- Black Top
Appliances & Equipment
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Exhaust Fan
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Built-In Microwave
- Dryer
- Icemaker
- Oven - Self Cleaning
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Washer - Front Loading
- Water Heater
- Dryer - Front Loading
Basement
- Fully Finished
- Heated
- Improved
- Outside Entrance
- Rear Entrance
- Space For Rooms
- Sump Pump
- Walkout Stairs
Bathrooms
- 3 total bathrooms
- 2 bathrooms on all upper levels
- 2 full bathrooms
- 1 half bathroom
- 1 half bathroom on main level
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms on upper levels
- 4 bedrooms
Building
- 3,008 sqft living area
- 2,208 sqft above grade (finished)
- 800 sqft below grade (finished)
- 1,008 sqft below grade (unfinished)
- Built in 1999
- Structure Type: Detached
- Wall & Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings
- 3 levels
- Colonial
- Vinyl Siding
Cooling
- Central Air
- Electric
- Central A/C
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Doors
- Insulated
- Six Panel
Accessibility Features
- Low Pile Carpeting
- Other
Exterior Features
- Sidewalks
- Extensive Hardscape
Fees
- Front Foot Fee Pymt Freq: Annually
- Front Foot Fee: $140
Fireplaces
- 1 fireplace
- Gas/Propane
- Fireplace - Glass Doors
- Mantel(s)
- Marble
Floors
- Bamboo
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
- Luxury Vinyl Plank
Foundation
- Concrete Perimeter
Garage
- 2 garage spaces
Heating
- Natural Gas
- Forced Air
Home Owner's Association
- HOA Fee: $148
- Fee Freq: Semi-Annually
- Management
Interior Features
- Breakfast Area
- Primary Bath(s)
- Attic
- Bathroom - Soaking Tub
- Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
- Carpet
- Floor Plan - Traditional
- Formal/Separate Dining Room
- Kitchen - Eat-In
- Kitchen - Island
- Kitchen - Table Space
- Recessed Lighting
- Walk-in Closet(s)
- Upgraded Countertops
Laundry
- Main Floor
Listing
- 4 days on market
- $267 per sqft
- Property SubType: Single Family Residential
Location
- Municipality: FOREST HILL
- County: Harford
- Subdivision: Forest Lakes
Lot
- 9,092 sqft
- 0.21 acres
- Landscaping
Parking
- Concrete Driveway
Property
- Other Structures: Above Grade,Below Grade
- View: Garden/Lawn
Roof
- Asphalt
Schools
- School District: HARFORD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- Elementary School: FOREST LAKES
- Middle School: FALLSTON
- High School: FALLSTON
Sewer
- Public Sewer
Taxes
- County Tax: $4,267
- County Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
- Tax Annual Amount: $4,267
- Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
- Electric Service: 220 Volts
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Cable TV Available
- Phone Available
- Under Ground
Windows
- Bay/Bow
- Double Pane
- Screens
- Palladian