18 Arkla Ct

Cheerful curb appeal welcomes you to this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom Catonsville home with more than 1800 square feet of finished living space, complete with a white picket fence, charming lamppost, and carefully edged garden beds that are sure to have you smiling the moment you arrive! Step inside this front-to-back split level to find sunny bay windows and elegant trim in the living and dining rooms, along with a well-planned kitchen featuring granite counters and stainless steel appliances. The upper level includes a spacious primary suite with dual closets and a beautifully renovated full bath. Two additional generously sized bedrooms and a full hall bath with an updated vanity and ceramic surround tub/shower complete the bedroom level. Gather in the lower level family room around the fireplace with brick hearth and wood mantel, custom built-ins, and a bonus room with mini fridge. A workshop, laundry/utility room, powder room, and access to a huge crawl space for additional storage complete the lower level. Sliders from the family room lead to the screened porch with ceiling fan, and the fully fenced rear yard beyond, with a delightful fish pond, pool with deck, shed, and terraced garden beds. Recent updates include a brand new electrical panel (2025), a new pool liner (2022), and replacement HVAC (2021). In the heart of Catonsville's Paradise area, and just a few steps to the picturesque Catonsville Short Line Trail, this home offers unbeatable access to 695, 195, and 95, plus nearby MARC train service and BWI Airport. Commuting to Fort Meade, NSA, Columbia, or downtown Baltimore is a breeze. This Catonsville dream home checks every box - cul de sac location, spacious layout, walkout lower level, screened porch, sparkling pool - and it's priced to make your next move a reality!