Stop the car! 8262 Rippling Branch Road has all the interior and exterior features you’re looking for! You will instantly feel at home – the Owners have truly taken the upmost care of the property! The two story foyer is very spacious and is adorned with wainscotting and chair rail. The living and dining room are located on either side of foyer. The dining room connects to a butler’s pantry making entertaining your family and friends much more convenient! A dedicated mudroom that connects to the garage is situated alongside the butler’s pantry. The kitchen offers ample counter and cabinet space and features a built-in desk and stainless steel appliances. The family room is connected to the kitchen with a dramatic vaulted ceiling, propane gas fireplace (owned tank!) and a newer sliding glass door (2023) to the back deck. Lastly, the remaining room on the main level is a valuable bonus to the next Owner! The office (currently being utilized as a dining room) offers a versatile space that can easily be equipped to suit your needs—office, playroom, den, etc. ! Heading upstairs you will find the 4 sleeping rooms, a bonus room and 2 full bathrooms. The primary suite boasts a vaulted ceiling, two closets, and an ensuite bathroom. The bonus room is located off bedroom 4 and could be an additional office, fitness room, glam room, craft room, etc. The unfinished walk out lower level houses the laundry room and provides an abundance of storage space! The sliding glass door gives access the beautiful back yard & deck. You will really enjoy the upcoming summer season in the beautifully manicured and landscaped back and side yard space! Howard County Public Schools! Close proximity to Maple Lawn shopping, dining and entertainment! One year Cinch home warranty provided to the Buyers! Improvements and updates include: 2025 – Smoke Detectors, 2025 – Carpet Throughout Upper Level & Stairs, 2024 – HVAC, 2024 – Water Heater, 2024 – Asphalt Driveway, 2023 – Sliding Glass Door In Kitchen & Family Room, 2022 – Laminate Flooring In Family Room, Living Room, Dining Room & Office, 2018 – Garage Doors, 2018 – Side Garage Door, 2016 – Kitchen Countertops, 2014 – Kitchen Appliances, 2011 – Vanity Countertops In All Bathrooms, 2011 – Toilets, 2010 – Roof & 2010 – Front Door. Book your showing today!
*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
0.33 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,678
Year built
1989
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Howard County
APN
06 513468
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 4, 2026.
R-20
Residential Single District
The R-20 District is established to permit single-family detached dwelling units at approximately 2 units per acre. The District reflects the established single-family neighborhood characteristics of many of the stable residential areas of the county.
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
Garage Sq. Ft.: 440
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Mud Room, Office, Bonus Room, Master Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Laundry Type: Lower Floor, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Gas/Propane
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Walkout Level, Unfinished, Windows
Basement Finished Percent: 0.00
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1493
Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
Irrigation Water Rights
Improvement Assessed Value: $369,200
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Extensive Hardscape
Fencing: Partially, Wood
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cul-de-sac, Front Yard, SideYard(s)
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $246,600
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,678
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 1,493
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $6,333
Tax Assessed Value: $615,800
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $8,533
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
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
School Information
Elementary School: HAMMOND
Middle Or Junior School: HAMMOND
High School: RESERVOIR
School District Name: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: From MD-216 East, Turn left onto Crest Rd, Turn right onto Hammond Branch Way, Turn left onto Rippling Branch Rd, Home is at the end of the cul-de-sac
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,678
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1989
Year Renovated: —
County: Howard County
APN: 06 513468
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 4, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Hammond Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Hammond Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
Reservoir High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
16% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Laurel, MD • 20723
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$735,000 – $889,000
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