Last Sold Price
4 beds4,798 sqft$297/sqft
8040 Blacks Mill Rd, Thurmont, MD 21788

Description

8040 Blacks Mill Rd is truly impressive, offering a diverse range of features and opportunities. The property spans over 52 acres, providing a spacious and versatile environment. The custom-built home boasts 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and nearly 4800 finished square feet above grade. Interior Features: The home features wood floors throughout the main level, a gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a large island that opens to the family room and breakfast area. The...8040 Blacks Mill Rd is truly impressive, offering a diverse range of features and opportunities. The property spans over 52 acres, providing a spacious and versatile environment. The custom-built home boasts 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and nearly 4800 finished square feet above grade. Interior Features: The home features wood floors throughout the main level, a gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a large island that opens to the family room and breakfast area. The family room has a gas fireplace, and there are 9-foot ceilings throughout. A separate dining area and formal living room. Sunroom: A massive sunroom with a cathedral ceiling and sycamore/cherry built-ins floods the space with sunlight through many windows, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere. Primary Bedroom: The primary bedroom on the upper level boasts a tray ceiling, two large walk-in closets, and an ensuite bath with ceramic tile, double vanity, separate shower, and a jacuzzi tub. Additional Bedrooms and Bathrooms: There are three other bedrooms on the upper level, along with a second full bath featuring a double vanity. The convenience of a laundry room is also located on the upper level. Lower Level: The unfinished lower level, spanning over 2700 sq feet, offers a myriad of opportunities for customization or can be used as storage. 8' ceilings in lower level, with potential of workshop, hobby area, band practice, game room or weightlifting area. Amenities: The property includes amenities such as a 1000 sq foot kennel with heat and air conditioning, a half bath, washer & dryer, dog bath, and grooming room. This building could also be used potentially for other uses as well. Perfect for dog owners, handlers and breeders. Potentially turn it into a tenant home
Outdoor Features: The property features a pond and offers ample land for various uses, including horse farm, growing crops, livestock, and the potential for starting a vineyard. An outside oasis awaits you! Utilities: The home is equipped with a 400-amp service, water filtration system, 80-gallon water heater, and has been radon remediated. One year home warranty
This property offers a unique blend of luxury living, outdoor opportunities, and the potential for diverse land uses. 40 of tillable acreage available nestled in the Catoctin Mountain area and only minutes from historic downtown Frederick, MD and Gettysburg, PA
LISTING CLOSED: 07/09/2024 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Gregory A. Salley • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
    P: (301) 606-3302 gsalley64@gmail.com

Property Details for 8040 Blacks Mill Road

Status
MLS #
MDFR2043750
Days on Market
90
Taxes
$7,843 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
2004
Lot Size
52.07 AC / 2,268,169 SF
Tax ID Number
1104156684
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
Garage
Yes
Expected On Market Date
02-01-2024
Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE
Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE (FREDERICK MD)
Total Parking Spaces
12
Central Air
Yes
Basement
Yes
Above Grade Finished SQFT
4,798.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source
Assessor
Below Grade Finished SQFT
.00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source
Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SQFT
2,782.00
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source
Assessor
Total Below Grade SQFT
2,782.00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source
Assessor
New Construction
No
Property Condition
Excellent

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$551,100

Avg days on market

40

Sale-to-list ratio

102.0%

Thurmont, MD

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Sold 09/30/25

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Sold 05/23/25

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Location

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Sold By Charis Realty Group

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Building Information for 8040 Blacks Mill Road

Stories3Year Built2004Building Size-Lot Size52.07 AC / 2,268,169 SF

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Property Information for 8040 Blacks Mill Road

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121139693024
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: FREDERICK
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Assessed Value: $669,200
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • County Tax: $7,843
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $580,800
  • Land Assessed Value: $88,400
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: A
  • Agricultural Tax Due: No
  • Historic: No
  • Zoning: AGRICULTURAL
  • School Tax: $0
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 3
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 3
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 4,798.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 4,798.00
  • Total SQFT: 7,580.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Main Entrance Orientation: East
  • Construction Materials: Brick, HardiPlank Type
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3
  • # Bathrooms Full: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Pond
  • Location Type: Rural
  • Parcel ID: 11514802
  • Additional Parcels: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 10
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Gravel Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Crown Moldings, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Spiral Staircase, Store/Office, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Kennels, Outbuilding(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Propane - Owned
  • Hot Water: Propane
  • Water Source: Well
  • Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Frederick County Association of REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: www.homesinfrederickmd.com

Property History for 8040 Blacks Mill Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 9, 2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1537281447

$1,425,000
Jul 9, 2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1537281447

$1,425,000
Jul 9, 2024

Closed

BRIGHT #MDFR2043860

$1,425,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/09/2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1537281447

$1,425,000
07/09/2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1537281447

$1,425,000
07/09/2024

Closed

BRIGHT #MDFR2043860

$1,425,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 8040 Blacks Mill Road

Taxable ValueLand$88,400Additions$825,400Total$913,800
Tax Record2025$10,126 ($844 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt4,798 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,798 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,268,169 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2004Year Renovated2004ZoningACountyFREDERICKAPN04-156684

Schools near 8040 Blacks Mill Road

This home is within Frederick County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 2
Public - 3 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Thurmont Primary School
PublicPK to 2

Thurmont Elementary School
Public3 to 5

Thurmont Middle School
Public6 to 8

Catoctin High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 8040 Blacks Mill Road, Thurmont, MD 21788
$1,425,000
4
4,798
2,268,169
1
1,152
100,188
$475,000
4
321,473
$300,000
3
902,563
1
1,368
77,537
2
2,080

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