Highland Homes for Sale

Highland Homes for Sale

Welcome to Highland, Maryland – a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Howard County. Known for its picturesque landscapes and tight-knit community, Highland offers a unique blend of rural charm and suburban convenience. With its rolling hills, lush greenery, and scenic views, this quaint town is perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat while still having access to urban amenities.

Highland boasts a rich history and a welcoming atmosphere, making it an ideal place for families, retirees, and everyone in between. The area is celebrated for its excellent schools, vibrant community events, and numerous parks that encourage outdoor activities. Whether you enjoy hiking, biking, or simply taking a leisurely stroll, Highland’s natural beauty is sure to inspire.

For those considering a move to this idyllic location, there are a variety of homes for sale that cater to diverse tastes and budgets. From charming single-family homes with expansive yards to modern townhouses and spacious estates, Highland offers something for everyone. Many properties feature updated amenities, beautiful landscaping, and proximity to local attractions, ensuring that you find the perfect place to call home.

Explore the thriving real estate market in Highland and discover the potential for your dream home. With its friendly community, excellent schools, and stunning surroundings, Highland is more than just a place to live – it’s a place to thrive. Come and experience the serenity and charm of Highland, Maryland, where your ideal lifestyle awaits!

Newest Highland Homes for Sale

$2,400,000
6 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ MDHW2073306 MLS
Welcome to this stately NV Mount Vernon residence in the sought-after Schooley Mill Farm community. Set on 1.14 acres with a private drive, this 6-bedroom, 5.5-bath transitional-style home impresses with a brick front, soaring columns that define the covered porch, professional landscaping, and hardscaping that includes exterior lighting, rear paver patios, a circular stone seating wall, and a serene koi pond with a bridge. Enjoy outdoor living on the composite deck with vinyl railings, framed by tree-lined views. A 3-car side-load garage with EV charging station completes the exterior. Inside, a dramatic two-story foyer with fluted columns, tray ceiling, crown moldings and dual chandeliers opens to formal living and dining rooms. A conservatory, private study with French doors, and a two-story family room with coffered ceiling, Palladian window, and gas fireplace set the stage for elegant living. The gourmet kitchen features a commanding center island, two breakfast bars, professional-grade stainless appliances, walk-in pantry, butler’s pantry, and a breakfast room in the round with deck access. A mudroom with a built-in arrival bench and generous laundry room with custom cabinetry add everyday convenience. Upstairs, four ensuite bedrooms each feature private baths and walk-in closets, while the luxurious primary suite offers double French doors, tray ceiling, a sitting room in the round, and a spa-inspired bath with two separate vanities and three walk-in closets – one is an oversized bonus closet over the garage. A Juliette balcony adds charm between the secondary bedrooms. The daylight walk-out lower level is designed for daytime or evening entertainment with a full wet bar and back bar, recreation and card rooms, billiards space, media room, exercise room, two additional bedrooms with walk-in closets, a full bath, and abundant storage. This exceptional home blends timeless elegance, thoughtful design, and resort-style amenities in a spectacular location nearby one of Howard County's hidden treasures- Schooley Mill Park. Spanning 192 acres of meadows, woodlands, and wetlands, the park offers a peaceful retreat and abundant wildlife viewing. The park also features over four miles of scenic trails, a regulation-sized cricket field, baseball and softball diamonds, basketball and tennis courts, eight outdoor pickleball courts, and three public equestrian rings. Families and friends will enjoy the farm-themed inclusive playground, designed for children of all ages and abilities, with swings, slides, sensory play areas, and shaded picnic spots. With free parking, brand-new restrooms, water fountains, and multipurpose facilities, Schooley Mill Park is within walking distance and is a true community gem blending nature, recreation, and accessibility. Come home to a very special home and a very special location surrounded by opportunities to retreat in nature, or participate in robust outdoor activities for everyone of every age!

13030 Highgrove Rd, Highland
$1,625,000
5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ MDHW2073216 MLS
Calling all horse lovers, tennis & pickleball fanatics and those who love to entertain! Discover a unique hidden gem with a combination of country charm and modern functionality on 3 acres tucked into a secluded wooded setting. At the end of a private driveway, you are greeted by a newly refinished massive front porch where you can sit and enjoy a morning cup of coffee or an evening cocktail and watch the horses play across the field. Step inside to the newly refinished hardwood floors and you will discover a home that is equally adept at hosting a party or accommodating a favorite hobby. There are rooms for gathering, gaming, reading, recitals, cooking and canning - through every door you will find a new space for easy living. There is a family room off the kitchen that opens to a large deck, perfect for outdoor dining. The dining area at the other end of the kitchen overlooks the huge, light-filled, two-plus story great room with massive windows looking out onto the surrounding wooded beauty that envelopes the backyard. This room serves as the focal point of the house and is the perfect place to watch a game or a movie, or challenge a family member or friend to a game of foosball, ping pong or pool. Off the great room is a den with a fireplace and full bath with a walk-in shower. This room could easily be converted to an au pair or in-law suite if needed. French doors from the dining area to the main living room reveal the perfect music room. There is a primary bedroom and bath on the main level. You will also find access to the other part of the lower level which features a full kitchen and family room that opens onto the pool deck. This area would be a caterer's dream for outdoor pool parties. The upper level contains a second primary bedroom and bath with two additional bedrooms and a hall bath. The attic has been converted into the perfect teen homework hangout or additional bedroom. The rear of the property features an in-ground pool with newly renovated hardscape and concrete aprons. Below the pool is a multi-sport court for tennis, pickleball or a game of basketball. A spacious parking area separates the main house from the horse barn & stables which also serves as a garage and storage area. Inside the barn, there are two stables, a tack room, a grooming area and plenty of storage for outdoor equipment. The barn opens to a fenced paddock area which also provides easy access to wooded horse trails surrounding the property. This amenity-filled oasis in the River Hill school district provides the perfect setting for active lifestyles and diverse interests. There is a little of everything for everyone tucked into this peaceful, private setting. Come explore the possibilities!

6980 Mink Hollow Rd, Highland
$898,800
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ MDHW2071922 MLS
Situated on a private, level lot in sought-after Highland, this beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated home offers an exceptional combination of space, privacy and flexibility—with the added freedom of no HOA. Significant recent improvements include siding, roof, windows, HVAC, water treatment system, carpeting, deck and shed, offering peace of mind for years to come. A recently repaved circular driveway creates a welcoming first impression, while the fully fenced backyard provides an ideal setting for outdoor living, gardening, pets and play. The spacious deck overlooks the expansive yard, complete with a playhouse, chicken coop and storage shed, with plenty of open lawn to enjoy. Inside, the upgraded kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring stainless steel appliances and opening to a warm and inviting family room with a wood-burning fireplace and direct access to the deck. Separate living and dining rooms provide additional flexibility for holiday gatherings, dinner parties or quiet evenings at home. Upstairs, hardwood flooring extends throughout all four bedrooms. The spacious primary suite features a walk-in closet and private en-suite bath, while three additional generously sized bedrooms with ample closet space share a full hall bath. An attached two-car garage provides convenient everyday parking and storage, while an additional one-car garage at the walkout lower level adds a rare degree of versatility. The partially finished lower level includes a half bath, additional living space and private exterior access—ideal for a recreation room, home office, fitness area, guest quarters or potential in-law suite. Located in one of Howard County’s most desirable areas, this home offers the peaceful feel of country living while remaining convenient to shopping, dining, grocery stores, Schooley Mill Park and the Triadelphia Reservoir. It is also served by the highly regarded Howard County Public School System, including Dayton Oaks Elementary, Lime Kiln Middle and River Hill High School. With its extensive recent improvements, beautiful setting, multiple garages, flexible living spaces and hard-to-find combination of privacy, usable land and location, this is a Highland property that truly stands apart.

6691 Luster Dr, Highland
$525,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ MDHW2072360 MLS
Ranch-style residence maintained by its original owners, offering 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and 864 finished square feet on a picturesque wooded lot in Highland. // Step inside to a welcoming living room featuring carpeting and a convenient coat closet. // The bright eat-in kitchen offers durable vinyl flooring, Formica countertops, classic wood cabinetry, white appliances, a tile backsplash, exterior access, and a cozy breakfast area complete with a pantry for added storage. // Down the hallway, you'll find a full bathroom with vinyl flooring and two comfortable, carpeted bedrooms, including a spacious primary bedroom featuring dual closets. // The unfinished walk-up lower level presents a large, open space ready for your vision. Complete with laundry facilities, it offers endless possibilities for future living space, a workshop, home gym, or additional storage. // Enjoy the peaceful outdoor setting from the rear deck overlooking the beautifully landscaped backyard. A storage shed provides extra convenience, while the expansive 1.32-acre wooded lot offers exceptional privacy and a serene natural backdrop.

13209 Highland Rd, Highland
$2,750,000
8 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ MDHW2068458 MLS
Stunning Custom Estate with Carriage House in Paternal Gift Farm | Welcome to 13536 Paternal Gift Drive; a beautifully crafted custom estate located within Howard County’s premier equestrian community, Paternal Gift Farm. This award-winning 123-acre community features just 29 luxury residences surrounded by rolling countryside, 7 professionally managed pastures with barn and field boarding options, a private fishing pond, picnic area, and a scenic 1.7-mile walking trail encompassing the perimeter of the neighborhood. Positioned in one of the community’s most desirable locations, this exceptional property enjoys picturesque pond views overlooking pastures three, four, and five. Thoughtfully designed with an uncompromising attention to detail, the residence offers over 8,000 square feet of refined living space, including 8 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, covered porches, a flagstone patio, and a detached carriage house. A circular driveway, timeless exterior accented by brick and stone, along with the professionally manicured landscaping create a striking first impression. Custom built in 2001 with entertaining and multi-generational living in mind, this traditional colonial blends classic architecture with modern functionality and flexibility. The home was intentionally designed to accommodate extended family living, private office suites, large gatherings, and elegant everyday comfort. The main level features a spacious primary suite complete with a private sitting area, walk-in closet, and luxurious en-suite bath. Inside, a grand entry and staircase lead to expansive formal and casual living spaces, including a well-appointed kitchen and inviting great room centered around a stone hearth overlooking the backyard and nearby pond. Additional highlights include primary suites on both the first and second levels, a generously sized finished lower level with high ceilings, solid cherry hardwood flooring and custom cabinetry, quality tile and carpeting, and authentic stone finishes throughout. High-efficiency natural gas heating and electric cooling systems with premium low-wear components provide lasting comfort and reliability. In addition to the attached two-car garage, the property includes a detached carriage house featuring an additional two-bay garage and finished upper-level suite ideal for guest accommodations, private office space, studio use, or extended living. Located within the highly regarded River Hill High School district, Paternal Gift Farm is directly adjacent to Schooley Mill Park, offering renovated sports courts, multiple athletic fields, playgrounds, professionally maintained equestrian facilities, an eventing course, and miles of riding trails. The community’s unique blend of luxury living, equestrian amenities, and natural beauty creates an atmosphere unlike any other in the region. The architecture throughout the neighborhood showcases an impressive collection of custom luxury homes, each thoughtfully maintained and visually captivating. Professionally managed equestrian amenities and shared community features further contribute to the enduring appeal and prestige of Paternal Gift Farm. 13536 Paternal Gift Drive is a rare offering that exemplifies timeless craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and exceptional quality. A comprehensive list of features and finishes is available upon request. The home will be thoughtfully transferred to its next owner with a detailed orientation of all systems and operations.

13536 Paternal Gift Dr, Highland
$1,249,000
5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ MDHW2064604 MLS
An amazing opportunity to own in the highly sought-after community of Highland, MD. This property showcases a lifetime of artistic architecture and engineered landscaping. A labor of love—a love for natural habitats and a passion for the elements of nature—has transformed this space into a serene oasis. The exotic plantings of shrubs, trees, and ground coverings throughout the property make it a true one-of-a-kind. Perfect Property that host large Flat Staging Areas that offers Privacy & Seclusion for a Contractor that needs space for all of thier equipment. It’s unique, with exquisite views and enchanting driveway-width trails that lead to Serenity Pond. There are multiple sitting areas that offer private, meditative sanctuaries, surrounded only by the sounds of nature: birds chirping, water rippling in the brook. This is a real treasure, featuring authentic stone retaining walls, stone bridge backwalls, two natural spring-fed ponds, and a cleared plateau (80' x 30') pre-leveled for a potential future build. The first building you'll see on the left as you approach the home is a separate 2,500 sq. ft. gallery/studio. with extra large wood burning fireplace, Antique Safe in the Office,is to convey w/property, all on the main level, Lower Level, includes an industrial-grade workshop in the lower level with 3-phase electrical supply, and a wood burning stove. This building features extra-large, strapped-hinge rough-sawn oak doors on both levels to accommodate large sculptures or other oversized pieces. The gallery, as we call it, was over-engineered for live load and large-scale artwork. It would also be ideal for yoga, dance, or workout classes—its uses are only limited by your imagination. Continue up the gravel driveway to the circular drive and you'll find a luxurious red brick herringbone walkway leading to the main house and two patios. To the right is a flagstone sitting area; to the left, an oversized octagonal patio constructed with exotic wood decking and steel columns. Magnificent for night entertainment, w/Mardigra Lights, Party Ready. This patio now awaits your personal touch. It features a built-in center firepit, Gourmet Grill, and overlooks Serenity Pond, and is adjacent to the large screened in Porch. Finally, the house itself: a spaciously designed floor plan with 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 3 wood-burning fireplaces, a fully finished walk-out basement, and a 2-car garage directly off the kitchen—perfect for unloading groceries during inclement weather. The home is bathed in natural light throughout. There is so much more to see. Touring this extraordinary property and experiencing its serene mystique will make it hard for you to leave. Please Note: All showings require 24-hour notice. The listing agent or owner will be present. No walk-ups. Please respect the owner's privacy—without an appointment, you will be considered trespassing. Be sure to click on icon in top ledger of the listing for virtual tours videos, Video Tittle, "It's A Different Kind of Peace", Thanks

7244 Mink Hollow Rd, Highland
$699,500
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ MDHW2062908 MLS
One of a kind, set on nearly one acre in prestigious Highland, this thoughtfully renovated, unique Cape Cod offers flexible living spaces, scenic views, and a layout designed to support both everyday living and evolving lifestyle needs. The property combines privacy, space, character and accessibility in one of Western Howard’s most desirable settings, located within the award-winning River Hill school district. The main level showcases a truly unique layout with distinct yet connected living areas that seamlessly flow together. This impressive home is far from a typical cookie cutter house. The living room, dining room, and kitchen transition naturally into a light-filled sunroom, which serves as a spectacular focal point featuring European stained-glass windows and expansive rear-yard views overlooking the adjacent farm lot. The four- season sunroom overlooks a 3 tiered deck with a pergola and the backyard, creating a vibrant extension of the main floor that maximizes both versatility and natural light. A side entry with a drop zone enhances everyday functionality, while additional main- level rooms offer excellent options for an additional 4 th bedroom, in-law suite or dedicated work-from-home space, supported by a convenient full bath. The upper level includes three bedrooms and two full baths, highlighted by a primary suite with a private ensuite bath and a huge closet that could serve as a nursery or additional living space. Further expanding the home's functional footprint, the finished walk-out basement features a recreation room, an entertainment area with a bar, and an additional flexible room perfect for an office, hobby space, or home fitness studio. The home has been updated with major modern systems. These include an energy- efficient VRF heating and cooling system with backup oil heat, a roof approximately six years old, and windows approximately nine years old. Additional highlights include a one-car attached garage, new interior paint, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and a brick patio overlooking the private, expansive lot. Known for its scenic landscapes and spacious properties, Highland offers a rare balance of rural character and commuter convenience. Enjoy close proximity to Maple Lawn shops and dining, River Hill Village Center, Clarksville Commons, and Columbia Town Center. With easy access to Route 32, Route 29, and I-95, you are perfectly positioned for a convenient commute to Baltimore, Washington, DC, and major employment centers like the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) and Fort Meade/NSA. A truly out of the ordinary home, built with love, filled with love and ready for love is waiting for you. The seller prefers to sell the property As-Is. Mortgage savings may be available for buyers of this listing.

12662 Ne Route 216, Highland
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