956 Placid Ct
Arnold, MD 21012
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 3,537 sqft (on 0.62 acres)
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,537 sqft
(on 0.62 acres)
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1979
Lot Size
0.62 acres
Living Area
3,537 sqft
Price/Sqft
$393
Parking
2 Car Garage
Description
**Offer Deadline set for tonight (6/20) by 8pm. ** Welcome to your dream home in the highly sought-after, water-privileged community of Ulmstead Estates, where luxury meets lifestyle on the Magothy River. This beautifully, recently renovated home (2019) offers the perfect blend of high-end finishes, privacy, and community charm. The heart of this modern farm-house home is a chef’s dream kitchen, boasting commercial-grade features, sleek Thermador stainless steel appliances and custom cabinetry—ideal for entertaining and everyday living. Thoughtful updates and attention to detail flow throughout the home, creating an inviting yet sophisticated ambiance. Step outside to extensive, fully irrigated lawn and gardens, framed by elegant hardscaping, backing to the privacy of a wooded view which also has for your convenience, neatly tucked within, a 24ft gravel boat pad. Enjoy evenings on your screened-in porch, soaking in the hot-tub or simply relaxing after a day out on, The Magothy. Located just minutes from shopping, dining and with convenient commuter access, this home is only a short drive to historic downtown Annapolis. Whether you’re launching a kayak, enjoying community events, or taking in a beach sunset, life in Ulmstead Estates offers the perfect blend of nature, recreation, and convenience. For a nominal fee and annual membership, the voluntary community association offers an amenity rich neighborhood with offerings such as four lighted tennis/pickleball courts, a community pool with swim team opportunities, two marinas with a boat ramp, 110 slips, a waterfront picnic and playground beach, along with seasonal and social activities for all ages. Don't miss the opportunity to make one of Anne Arundel County’s most desirable waterfront communities your new home!
956 Placid Ct, Arnold, MD 21012 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,537 sqft single-family home built in 1979. It last sold for $1,375,000 on Jul 9, 2025 (6% above the $1,295,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,389,900, with a rent estimate of $5,018/month.
Home Details for 956 Placid Ct
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Interior Details Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Sump Pump,Walk-Out Access,WindowsNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 3537 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Gas Water Heater |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air,Humidity Control,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood BurningHas a Fireplace |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 3Levels: ThreeAccessibility: None |
View Has a ViewView: Garden, Trees/Woods |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: BlockNo Private Pool |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 6No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 8Parking: Garage Faces Rear,Garage Door Opener,Inside Entrance,Driveway,Attached,On Street |
Pool Pool: Community |
Frontage Waterfront: Boat - Powered, Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Sail, Swimming Allowed, RiverNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public SewerWater Body: Magothy River |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 2552 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 985 Square Feet |
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Year Built Year Built: 1979Year Renovated: 2019 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Colonial |
Building Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction |
Property Information Condition: ExcellentIncluded in Sale: Hot TubParcel Number: 020387631841334 |
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Price List Price: $1,295,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Fri Jul 11 2025Possession Timing: Negotiable, Close Of Escrow |
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MLS Status: CLOSED |
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Direction & Address City: ARNOLDCommunity: Ulmstead Estates |
School Information Elementary School: BroadneckElementary School District: Anne Arundel County Public SchoolsJr High / Middle School: Magothy RiverJr High / Middle School District: Anne Arundel County Public SchoolsHigh School: BroadneckHigh School District: Anne Arundel County Public Schools |
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Building Area Building Area: 3784 Square Feet |
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Community Features: PoolNot Senior Community |
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No HOA |
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Lot Area: 0.62 acres |
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Special Conditions: Standard |
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Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell |
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Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple |
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BasementMls Number: MDAA2117190Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2552 |
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HOA Amenities: Beach Access,Boat Dock/Slip,Boat Ramp,Common Grounds,Community Center,Party Room,Picnic Area,Pier/Dock,Pool,Pool Mem Avail,Riding/Stables,Tennis Court(s),Tot Lots/Playground,Volleyball Courts,Water/Lake PrivilegesSource Internet Entire Listing Display: Y |
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Jenny MacEachern, (443) 439-9897
Engel & Volkers Annapolis
Co-Listing Agent: Melissa A Chick, (410) 703-2678
Engel & Volkers Annapolis
Bought with: Brian Schilling, (410) 991-7009, EXP Realty, LLC
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#MDAA2117190

Price History for 956 Placid Ct
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 07/09/2025 | $1,375,000 | Sold | Bright MLS #MDAA2117190 |
| 06/21/2025 | $1,295,000 | Pending | Bright MLS #MDAA2117190 |
| 06/19/2025 | $1,295,000 | Listed For Sale | Bright MLS #MDAA2117190 |
| 01/01/2015 | $750,000 | Sold | Long & Foster Broker Feed #MDAA166132_100 |
| 03/27/2012 | $748,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 09/25/2011 | $750,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 07/03/2011 | $775,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 07/11/2005 | $750,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 08/02/1999 | $327,000 | Sold | N/A |
Market trends in Arnold
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
$577K
$43.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.5%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$293
$4MoM
Available listings
74
9MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $7,871 |
| Assessment | $696,300 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 956 Placid Ct
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.19 | Single-Family Home | $1,150,000 | 09/24/25 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,508 | |
0.42 | Single-Family Home | $860,000 | 12/18/25 | 4 | 2.5 | 3,151 | |
0.42 | Single-Family Home | $1,119,375 | 04/17/26 | 5 | 3.5 | 3,870 | |
0.51 | Single-Family Home | $1,450,000 | 10/28/25 | 4 | 4 | 3,896 | |
0.31 | Single-Family Home | $1,011,000 | 08/22/25 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,318 | |
0.27 | Single-Family Home | $2,400,000 | 10/08/25 | 4 | 4.5 | 4,661 | |
0.56 | Single-Family Home | $975,000 | 11/04/25 | 5 | 3.5 | 3,438 | |
0.47 | Single-Family Home | $1,075,000 | 10/30/25 | 5 | 3 | 2,761 | |
0.42 | Single-Family Home | $2,550,000 | 06/30/26 | 5 | 4.5 | 4,740 | |
0.54 | Single-Family Home | $927,650 | 05/12/26 | 4 | 2 | 2,789 |
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What Locals Say about Arnold
At least 118 Trulia users voted on each feature.
94 % Say it's dog friendly
91 % Say car is needed
89 % Say parking is easy
85 % Say yards are well-kept
85 % Say people would walk alone at night
81 % Say there's holiday spirit
81 % Say kids play outside
77 % Say it's quiet
73 % Say there's wildlife
64 % Say neighbors are friendly
60 % Say streets are well-lit
58 % Say there are sidewalks
52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
47 % Say there are community events
38 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
30 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
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