The ‘Howard County Living’ Category

Tour Historic Elkridge

  • Published: April 5th, 2011

We posted earlier that a tour of Jessup is just one of the places you can get to know during your time at the upcoming housing fair. Our other bus tour is now finalized and offers your the opportunity to visit historic Elkridge.

Take a stroll in Howard County Parks

  • Published: April 5th, 2011

Spring is upon us and summer is right around the corner. Howard County offers many opportunities for you and family to get outside and enjoy the sights and sounds of the season.

Bus Tour of Jessup

  • Published: April 3rd, 2011

One of the unique benefits of our upcoming Housing Fair is that you can actually get to tour some of the neighborhoods Howard County has to offer. Come discover Jessup!

Community Spotlight: Savage

  • Published: April 1st, 2011

Located just 12 miles from Baltimore, Savage is rich with industrial history and old world charm. Home to historic sites the Savage Mill and the Bollman Truss Railroad bridge, learn more about the small town in Howard County.

Making a Home in Laurel, MD: From Renting to Buying

  • Published: March 25th, 2011

This is a second installment in two part story about Karen Corporal’s journey with the Howard County Housing Department to make Laurel her home. “Buying a home was definitely a long-term goal for me.”

Making a Home in Laurel, MD: The Move to Howard County

  • Published: March 24th, 2011

From pristine tree-lined streets to excellent schools and enticing commercial districts, Howard County is a place where many people want to live. Having a dream home there can be easier than prospective homeowners might imagine, thanks to Howard County’s many rental and homeownership programs.

Community Highlight: Elkridge

  • Published: March 17th, 2011

Incorporated as a town in 1734, Elkridge is the oldest settlement in Howard County. Located on the corners of Anne Arundel and Baltimore Counties, Elkridge has a storied history along the banks of the Patapsco river. Apart from being a typical modern town, Elkridge boasts  the oldest stone curved bridge in use today: The Thomas Viaduct [...]

How to Find Housing in a Good School District

  • Published: February 25th, 2011

If you’re looking for a home in Howard County near a quality school, Howard County has some of the best schools in the state! The school system consistently ranks among Maryland’s top school districts based on student performance on the Maryland School Assessments. Howard County students score above the national averages on standardized tests and [...]

Community Highlight: Ellicott City

  • Published: February 23rd, 2011

Nestled along the banks of the Patapsco River, lies Ellicott City. With a combination of historical charm, access to outdoor activities, and a vibrant main street abundant with antique shops, cafes, eclectic boutiques and other attractions, Ellicott City has a little something for tourists and residents alike. Ellicott City has been named one of the Best Places to Live numerous times byMoney and CNNMoney.com.

Community Highlight: Owen Brown

  • Published: February 21st, 2011

One of the best parts of the Come Home to Howard County Housing Fair are the bus tours, where attendees get to explore the various neighborhoods around Howard County. They’re a lot of fun, so we thought we’d give you a virtual tour of some of our communities. We’ll be covering several communities, but if you [...]

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