DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER ,SUNDAYS(1/25) OPEN HOUSE HAS BEEN CANCELLED........ Located in a desirable lake neighborhood, this beautifully updated home sits on over one acre and offers a lifestyle surrounded by nature. Just steps from your door is the scenic lake, featuring 1 kilometer of walking paths, fishing, nature trails, and abundant wildlife including bald eagles and herons. Inside, the home features an open and inviting layout with hardwood floors throughout the main and upper levels, including newly refinished hardwoods in the foyer, living room, and dining room (Jan 2026). The kitchen offers Kemper cherry cabinets with exceptional storage, quartz countertops, expansive counter space with bar-height seating, an LG Instaview refrigerator, and a picturesque view of the garden and backyard from the kitchen sink. A cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace opens to a stunning sunroom overlooking the backyard, while the 3-season room features TimberTech flooring added in 2024. The upper level offers generously sized bedrooms with hardwood floors, two fully updated full baths (2019), and built-in bookcases in two rooms. The finished lower level includes new carpet tiles and lighting (2023), providing additional living space. Numerous updates include R38 attic insulation (2016), sunroom renovation (2017), whole-house water filtration and softener system (2020), full kitchen and living room renovation (2021), new breaker box and fuses (2021), making this home a perfect blend of comfort, quality, and serene lake living. Close to shopping (Columbia & Rt. 40), Easy commute to Baltimore/DC/NSA/APL. Triadelphia Ridge Elementary School / Folly Quarter Middle School/ Glenelg High School!
Pending
$725,000
12222 Benson Branch Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21042
4beds
2,601sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1972
1.16 Acres Lot
$746,400 Zestimate®
$279/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Scenic lakeNature trailsLg instaview refrigeratorQuartz countertopsOpen and inviting layout
- 27 days |
- 2,707 |
- 55 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jay Fischetti 301-674-2929,
Keller Williams Realty Centre 4103120000,
Co-Listing Agent: Brandy M Naecker 301-395-2044,
Keller Williams Realty Centre
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDHW2063002
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Foyer, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Utility Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 12
Family room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 19
Foyer
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 X 5
Game room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 16
Kitchen
- Features: Built-in Features, Countertop(s) - Quartz, Dining Area, Flooring - HardWood, Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Electric Cooking, Pantry
- Level: Main
- Area: 190 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 19
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 19
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 X 8
Utility room
- Features: Flooring - Concrete
- Level: Lower
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 30
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Self Cleaning Oven, Cooktop, Washer, Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Microwave, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Electric, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry, Main Level, Washer In Unit, Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Dining Area, Primary Bath(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island, Upgraded Countertops, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Wood
- Doors: Sliding Glass
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Screens, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Improved,Interior Entry,Shelving,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Mantel(s), Screen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,138
- Total interior livable area: 2,601 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,001
- Finished area below ground: 600
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Play Area
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Trees/Woods, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
Lot
- Size: 1.16 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Landscaped, Pond
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1403297225
- Zoning: RRDEO
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Combination, Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Septic Tank
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Woodmark
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Common Grounds, Lake, Picnic Area
Location
- Region: Ellicott City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $279/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $538,833
- Annual tax amount: $7,999
- Date on market: 1/23/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$746,400
$709,000 - $784,000
$3,992/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/26/2026 | Pending sale | $725,000$279/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDHW2063002 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $725,000+40.2%$279/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2063002 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2015 | Sold | $517,000-1.5%$199/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2015 | Pending sale | $525,000$202/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #HW8551053 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2015 | Listed for sale | $525,000+40%$202/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Real Estate #HW8551053 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2002 | Sold | $374,900+56.2%$144/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/1997 | Sold | $240,000$92/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $538,833 +12% |
| 2024 | $5,417 | $481,100 |
| 2023 | $5,417 | $481,100 |
| 2022 | $5,417 -4.2% | $481,100 -4.2% |
| 2021 | $5,655 +0.6% | $502,200 +0.6% |
| 2020 | $5,619 +0.6% | $499,067 -0.6% |
| 2019 | $5,584 -6.8% | $502,200 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $5,992 -15.9% | $492,800 |
| 2017 | $7,126 | $492,800 +2.1% |
| 2016 | -- | $482,733 +1.1% |
| 2015 | -- | $477,700 |
| 2014 | -- | $477,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $477,700 -1.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $486,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $486,100 |
| 2010 | -- | $486,100 -26.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $661,440 +13% |
| 2008 | -- | $585,380 +14.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $509,320 +17.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $433,260 +12.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $384,596 +14.5% |
| 2004 | -- | $335,933 +16.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $287,270 +6.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $269,006 +7.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $250,743 +169.6% |
| 2000 | -- | $92,990 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,040/mo
Principal & interest
$3375
Property taxes
$665
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 21042
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Triadelphia Ridge Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.1 mi
- 9/10Folly Quarter Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.3 mi
- 10/10Glenelg High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Triadelphia Ridge
- Middle: Folly Quarter
- High: Glenelg
- District: Howard County Public School System
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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