Welcome to 1803 Thornton Ridge Rd – a beautifully updated all brick custom built home in Ruxton/Riderwood, one of Towson's most sought-after neighborhoods. Blue Ribbon Riderwood Elementary School zone, only a 5 minute walk from home! In addition to offering the top ranked public schools in Baltimore County, this spacious 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom residence offers over 3,000 square feet of refined recently fully renovated and updated living space, blending timeless charm with high-end modern upgrades. From the moment you arrive, the curb appeal shines with mature landscaping and a classic front porch and patio. Inside, you'll be greeted by refinished hardwood floors on the main and upper levels, abundant natural light and a warm, open layout perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Floor to ceiling custom Pella windows drench the open, spacious, flowing main level with natural light all times of day. Recent improvements have transformed this dream home into the absolute perfect, low maintenance family home. At the heart of the home is a stunning, fully renovated kitchen featuring quartz countertops, a new farmhouse sink, built in retractable microwave, oversized center island, stainless steel appliances, and custom cabinetry. It flows effortlessly into a spacious family room with fireplace and adjacent formal living and dining spaces. Recent upgrades include a second HVAC unit for true two-zone climate control, updated electrical system, and LED lighting throughout for energy efficiency and comfort. Ceiling fans in the 4 upper level bedrooms, completely new primary suite full bath, plus 3 more fully renovated full baths plus fully renovated 1/2 bath on main level. New attic fan installed for additional climate control. The newly fully finished lower level with antimicrobial waterproof, scratchproof flooring adds flexible space for recreation, a home office, gym, and guest suite with walk up to rear patio. Also in lower level is a Built in workshop and storage area. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a walk-in closet, 2 large additional closets, a luxurious new en-suite bath, while three additional bedrooms provide plenty of room for family, guests, or work-from-home needs. Outside, enjoy a private backyard oasis with a new dog-safe split rail fence around the perimeter (private 1+ acre fenced yard), perfect for pets and play, plus a large rear and front patio ideal for entertaining or relaxing. Pull down stairs to full attic offer abundance of storage space. Set back on its own private oasis, but still a football's throw away from all the conveniences you so desire. 1803 Thornton Ridge Rd offers the perfect balance of style, function, and location. This move-in ready fully renovated home is a rare find—don’t miss it!
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
1.07 acresLot Size
$429Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Brady Hartman• O'Conor, Mooney & Fitzgerald
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.07 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,810
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Baltimore County
APN
08 1600010158
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
DR 1
Density Residential, 1.0 dwelling unit per acre
The D.R. zoning classifications are established, pursuant to the legislative findings set forth above, in order to: Foster a greater variety in housing types within future residential developments; Allow more feasible preservation of natural features and induce the reservation of ample and more suitably designed open spaces and parks, in order to better satisfy the needs of residents without economic disadvantage to developers; Allow greater flexibility in subdivision-development planning and provide for the inducement of more creative as well as more economic approaches to residential development, with the goal of desirable and distinctive identity and character of individual residential locales; Provide the means to satisfy differing housing-market requirements without rezoning, and thus without disruptive changes in density potential; Provide for the application of residential zoning classifications in a manner more nearly in accord with comprehensive plans and comprehensive-planning goals and Provide greater certainty about dwelling types and densities within existing communities with the goal of conserving and maintaining these areas.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Research & development
Public service
Educational/school
Communications tower
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Attached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 3
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
Interior Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dryer - Electric, Dryer - Front Loading, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Block, Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Fencing: Rear, Split Rail
Lot Information
Lot Features: Premium, Private, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Open, Landscaping, Front Yard, Backs to Trees
Lot Size Dimensions: 1.00 x
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $251,700
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,200
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 1,290
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
County Tax: $9,764
Tax Assessed Value: $854,000
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $9,764
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s), Attic Fan, Multi Units, Zoned
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Central, Zoned
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Thornton Rd to Thornton Ridge Rd to 1803 private driveway, can not see house from road. Please do not open gates to fence in back yard. Front of house faces the direction of Coniston Rd, but you can not see Coniston through the trees and hedges.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,810
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.07 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: —
County: Baltimore County
APN: 08 1600010158
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Riderwood Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
10/10
Dumbarton Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.1mi
8/10
Towson High Law & Public Policy
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
5/10 Wind Factor
26% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$1.31M – $1.58M
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