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Nells Acres

Sykesville, MD

55+ communityActive adult

About the community

About Nells Acres

About Nells Acres Nells Acres is a 55+ community in Sykesville, Maryland. Offering condominium homes for sale on a resale basis, Nells Acres features amenities such as a fitness center and a multipurpose room. Residents of Nells Acres also enjoy proximity to numerous museums, sports arenas, and golf courses. Baltimore is a relatively short drive away, ensuring residents plenty of options for entertainment, dining, and shopping. Homebuyers looking for low-maintenance condominium homes for sale in Sykesville, Maryland will enjoy all that Nells acres has to offer. Nells Acres Amenities and Lifestyle Residents at Nells Acres looking to stay active will enjoy access to the fitness center, and the community’s multipurpose room is the perfect place to relax and socialize with neighbors and family. Residents also enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle thanks to a homeowners’ association that takes care of common area maintenance. With more free time, homeowners at Nells Acres can enjoy spending time with family and friends. Nells Acres Homes and Real Estate Construction of Nells Acres began in 2000 and was completed in 2019. The condominium homes range from 984 to 1,100 square feet with two bedrooms, and two bathrooms. Outdoor parking spaces are available. Some homes also feature an additional primary bedroom, walk-in closets, private balconies, and spacious dining areas. Ryan Homes has joined this community and is building attached villas, which are available in one floor plan: the Caroline. This plan has 1,775 square feet of living space, three bedrooms, two-and-a-half to three-and-a-half bathrooms, and an attached two-car garage. The Caroline also features a den option, a spacious great room, and an ensuite primary bathroom with a walk-in closet. Sykesville, MD Area Nells Acres is located in Sykesville, putting residents in easy reach of daily needs and fun opportunities. Residents of Nells Acres are also close to any daily conveniences they need, including grocery stores such as ALDI, Safeway, Food Lion, and Weis Markets. Pharmacy needs can be met at Walgreens, CVS, and Rite Aid. Nells Acres is also close to multiple health care providers, including Howard County General Hospital, Northwest Hospital, and Carroll Hospital Center. When homeowners are looking for entertainment or dining options in the area they can travel along Liberty Road, which is home to several restaurants and bars. There are also various attractions in the area, including the Museum of Howard County History, The Gate House Museum, and M&T Bank Stadium, home of the Baltimore Ravens. Homeowners who want to get outside will find plenty of options to explore in the area. There are multiple greenspaces and parks to choose from, including Piney Run Park, Harold Burkett Park, and Patapsco Valley State Park. Golfers will also find multiple courses to play nearby, including Willow Springs Golf Course, Waverly Woods Golf Course, and The Woodlands Golf Course. Residents who want to visit nearby metropolitan areas are in luck. Nells Acres is a 40-minute drive to Baltimore, providing easy access to everything the city has to offer. For longer trips, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport is also only 40 minutes away.

Verified overview

What we know from public sources

Community type
Active adult community
Age restriction
55+
Community size
103 homes
Home types
Attached, Condos
Housing offering
Homes for sale
Construction years
2000–present
Published HOA
$115–$350/month
Published home purchase range
High $200ks - Low $600ks
Community features
Activity director
Last source check
August 5, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Dining Rooms

Health & wellness

  • Swimming Pool
  • Parks & Natural Space
  • Newspaper Service
  • Pool - Outdoor
  • Fitness Center

Services & convenience

  • Security
  • Transportation Service

Activities & engagement

  • Clubhouse
  • Game Room
  • Library

Outdoor spaces

  • Reserved/Assigned Parking
  • Tennis Court(s)

Other published features

  • Retirement Community
  • Satellite TV
  • Storage Bin
  • Tot Lots/Playground
  • Billiard Room
  • Billiards
  • Community Center
  • Common Grounds
  • Elevator
  • Exercise Room
  • Extra Storage
  • Jog/Walk Path
  • Meeting Room
  • Party Room
  • Picnic Area
  • Recreational Center
  • Lounge

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