Ellicott City, MD Real Estate
Ellicott City was originally founded in the late 1700’s as a mill town and eventually became the first terminus of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad outside of Baltimore City back in 1830. Ellicott City has long been a great place to shop and dine and experience the historic downtown.
Ellicott City’s Main Street area is located on the Historic National Road and its architectural charm is displayed by over 200 18th and 19th century buildings and countless historical attractions. The Howard County Historical Society Museum offers much about the railroad history as well as the B & O Railroad Museum: Ellicott City Station – the oldest surviving railroad station in America.
Ellicott City has been regarded for many years as a great area to go antiquing while today Ellicott City offers a variety of shopping options great for everyone. There are antique stores, art galleries, boutiques, toy stores and gift shops that feature both every day and unique items for one to choose from. Ellicott City has also become a premiere dining district with everything from fine dining to casual bistros, brewpubs and wine bars.