Welcome to the Villages of Kings Contrivance! Tucked away on a peaceful cul-de-sac, this maintained three-level home offers the perfect blend of comfort, charm, and convenience. Step into an airy main level with hardwood floors and an inviting living room that flows effortlessly into a stylish formal dining area—perfect for hosting! The kitchen is a true standout with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and easy access to a spacious, flat backyard—ideal for entertaining, relaxing, or weekend fun. Upstairs, you’ll find three generous bedrooms and two full baths, creating a functional layout for everyday living. Recent upgrades include fresh paint in the living and dining rooms and brand-new recessed lighting for a sleek, modern touch. Fresh paint in the living room and dining area and new tile added in the basement by the walkway. This gem offers the space you need in a location you'll love. Don’t miss your chance to call it home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
7,753 sq ftLot Size
$394Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by HeidiAnn Johnson• Keller Williams Realty Centre
•410-312-0000 (broker)
•klrw676@kw.com (broker)
Bought with Kimberly Wieber• Hyatt & Company Real Estate, LLC
Villages of Kings Contrivance. Well loved three level home tucked away on the cul-de-sac, few blocks to the elementary and middle school, steps to the community tot lot. Updates includes a remodeled kitchen, hardwood floors, and new carpeting in the lower level. Front living room joins a formal dining room. Main level opens to flat back yard. Three generous size bedrooms upstairs with two full baths. Lower level freshly painted with new carpeting, walk up to back yard. This won't last long - take a look :)
Public Records
Jun 4, 1999
Sold
$165,000
$118/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 8, 1994
Sold
$158,000
$113/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 16, 1984
Sold
$88,000
$63/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,009 (+6.4%)
2024
$5,645 (+8.9%)
$187,300 + $195,700
$383,000
2023
$5,185 (+183.7%)
2022
$1,828 (−61.0%)
2021
$4,687 (+2.7%)
$152,300 + $154,700
$307,000
2020
$4,563 (+2.5%)
2019
$4,454 (+6.6%)
2018
$4,177 (+0.8%)
2017
$4,142 (+1.3%)
2015
$4,090 (+11.7%)
$128,900 + $150,800
$279,700
2014
$3,661 (+3.9%)
$161,100 + $127,200
$288,300
2013
$3,523 (+3.7%)
2012
$3,397 (−5.7%)
2011
$3,604 (+4.8%)
2010
$3,440 (+55.6%)
2009
$2,211
Tax history for 8017 Cipher Row
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,009 (+6.4%)
2024
$5,645 (+8.9%)
$187,300 + $195,700
$383,000
2023
$5,185 (+183.7%)
2022
$1,828 (−61.0%)
2021
$4,687 (+2.7%)
$152,300 + $154,700
$307,000
2020
$4,563 (+2.5%)
2019
$4,454 (+6.6%)
2018
$4,177 (+0.8%)
2017
$4,142 (+1.3%)
2015
$4,090 (+11.7%)
$128,900 + $150,800
$279,700
2014
$3,661 (+3.9%)
$161,100 + $127,200
$288,300
2013
$3,523 (+3.7%)
2012
$3,397 (−5.7%)
2011
$3,604 (+4.8%)
2010
$3,440 (+55.6%)
2009
$2,211
*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
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,753 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,828
Year built
1981
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Howard County
APN
06 453449
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
R-SC
Residential Single Cluster District
The R-SC District is established to provide the opportunity for clustering of single-family detached and attached dwellings to promote sensitive use for the land as well as to provide compatibility with other residential districts.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Educational/school
Fire house
Recreation
Communications tower
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 3
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Interior Features: Built-Ins, Carpet, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Family Room Off Kitchen
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Bedroom 3
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Fully Finished, Partial, Rear Entrance, Sump Pump
Exterior
Property Information
Property Manager Present
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 576
Accessibility Features: Level Entry - Main
Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
Improvement Assessed Value: $195,700
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Pool Information
Community Pool
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $187,300
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,396
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 576
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $4,134
Tax Assessed Value: $383,000
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $5,664
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Common Grounds, Community Center, Jog/Walk Path, Pool Mem Avail, Tot Lots/Playground
HOA Fee: $86
HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
School Information
School District Name: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: Red Jacket Way
Directions: From MD-32, Exit 12A, merge onto US-1 N. Left onto Guilford Rd. Left onto Vollmerhausen Rd. Right onto Savage Guilford Rd. Right onto Red Jacket Way. Left onto Cipher Row. Property on LEFT.
Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Commuter Lots less than 5 miles
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,828
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,753 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: —
County: Howard County
APN: 06 453449
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Other
Listing Information
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Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Bollman Bridge Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
Patuxent Valley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
Guilford Park High
Public 9-10 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
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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
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
16% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$524,000 – $634,000
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