The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 21104 sells for about $814,647, or $341 per square foot.
Prices are up +13.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 33 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,384 a month.
ZIP 21104 — Marriottsville
The Marriottsville housing market remains robust with strong year-over-year price appreciation driven by limited inventory and high demand for top-tier school districts. While high price-to-rent ratios make it challenging for investors, the area continues to attract affluent families looking for long-term stability. Market conditions are stable, with homes selling near list price despite the higher interest rate environment.
This ZIP is ideal for affluent families and professionals seeking spacious, high-value single-family homes in a quiet, semi-rural setting with excellent school access.
Median prices moved up 13.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 33 days on market with 2.3 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
14% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.2% · poverty 2.7% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 21104, Howard County MD
Marriottsville generally experiences low crime rates, consistent with the suburban character of Howard County, which consistently ranks among the safer jurisdictions in Maryland.
The area is served by the highly-rated Howard County Public School System, which is frequently recognized for academic excellence and high graduation rates.
The region faces standard mid-Atlantic weather risks, including occasional severe thunderstorms and winter weather, with localized flood risks near the Patapsco River valley.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Baltimore-Washington corridor, with major employment hubs in Columbia and Baltimore providing significant job access.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Maryland) — Maryland Real Property Assessment and Taxation: Property is assessed at its phased-in use value. The tax is calculated by multiplying the assessed value by the applicable state and local tax rates.
Residents primarily commute by car via I-70 and MD-32, with travel times to Baltimore or Columbia typically ranging from 25 to 40 minutes depending on traffic.
The area features extensive access to the Patapsco Valley State Park, offering numerous hiking and biking trails, alongside proximity to local golf courses and suburban shopping centers.
The rental market is limited in depth, characterized by low vacancy pressure and a high proportion of single-family home rentals rather than multi-family complexes.
The local economy is anchored by the professional, scientific, and technical services sectors, with significant employment spillover from the nearby NSA and Fort Meade.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with major highway access via I-70 and MD-32; public transit options are minimal.
Development is strictly managed by Howard County's master plan, focusing on preserving rural character while allowing for low-density residential growth.
The Howard County Department of Assessments and Taxation conducts triennial assessments for all residential properties.
Parcels are subject to Howard County Public School district taxes and various local utility and fire district levies.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though homeowners in proximity to the Patapsco River may require specialized flood insurance coverage.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.117.8 mi
- K1 Speed Jessup4.514 mi
- Dave & Buster's Hanover - Arundel415.4 mi
- The Adventure Park at Sandy Spring4.815.3 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.111.7 mi
- CFG Bank Arena4.115.7 mi
- M&T Bank Stadium4.715.6 mi
- Merriweather Post Pavilion4.58.8 mi
- Camden Yards4.815.6 mi
- Oriole Park at Camden Yards4.715.6 mi
- Blandair Regional Park West Playground4.79.2 mi
- Centennial Park4.76.8 mi
- AMC Columbia 1448.3 mi
- Patapsco Valley State Park - Hollofield Area4.66.9 mi
- Main Event Columbia3.98.4 mi
- National Aquarium4.616.3 mi
- National Cryptologic Museum4.716.6 mi
- Baltimore Museum of Art4.815.4 mi
- Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine4.818.1 mi
- The Walters Art Museum4.815.7 mi
- Blandair Regional Park West Playground4.79.2 mi
- Centennial Park4.76.8 mi
- Patapsco Valley State Park - Hollofield Area4.66.9 mi
- Troy Park4.712.4 mi
- Cascade Falls Trailhead4.710.5 mi
- Diamond Ridge Golf Course4.36.9 mi
- Waverly Woods Golf Club4.41.7 mi
- The Timbers At Troy3.411.5 mi
- The Links at Challedon4.312.4 mi
- Fairway Hills Golf Club47.4 mi
- The Mall in Columbia4.48.3 mi
- H Mart Ellicott City4.56 mi
- Security Square3.88.5 mi
- Macy's4.28.3 mi
- Clark's Elioak Farm4.56.8 mi
- Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport4.316.6 mi
- The Club BWI3.916.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Extensive state park offering hiking, fishing, and river access.
Features championship golf courses and dining facilities.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).