Your private nature retreat awaits in this beautiful colonial, nestled on a sprawling 0.55-acre lot surrounded by trees and peaceful nature views! Offering 4 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and over 2,200 square feet of living space, this home is truly a rare find with NO HOA! Step onto the charming covered front porch and into a light-filled foyer, flanked by a grand formal living room and a large dining room. Drenched in natural light from windows all around, the living room offers breathtaking views, each one like a living painting! Cozy up in the family room featuring a gorgeous wood-burning fireplace, and enjoy the open-concept flow to the updated kitchen and breakfast area. The kitchen boasts granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula with storage, beautiful cabinetry, and a large pantry. Upstairs, retreat to the spacious primary suite featuring a walk-in closet and an en-suite bathroom with dual sinks and a stand-in shower. Three additional well-sized bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a convenient upstairs laundry area complete the upper level. PLUS, discover endless possibilities with the huge 23x13 bonus space (FROG) over the garage — easily finished into a 5th bedroom, home office, gym, or studio! The backyard is truly an entertainer’s delight! Step outside onto a massive Trex composite deck overlooking the serene, private backyard, complete with an above-ground pool and a playground — the perfect setting for summer BBQ's or morning coffee, with deer, hawks, and rabbits as your backdrop. Freshly painted throughout, with beautifully refinished hardwood floors, Andersen double-pane windows, elegant crown molding, an attached two-car garage, and countless thoughtful updates. This home offers comfort, functionality, and the peaceful tranquility you’ve been dreaming of! Come see this home today! **The entrance to the driveway is slightly hidden—look for it on Leishear Road just before Mary Lee Lane. The home is set back at the very end of the long private drive.**
Sold for $702,500 on 06/04/25
$702,500
8278 Leishear Rd, Laurel, MD 20723
4beds
2,294sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1992
0.55 Acres Lot
$716,100 Zestimate®
$306/sqft
$3,658 Estimated rent
Home value
$716,100
$673,000 - $759,000
$3,658/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: June 04, 2025 at 05:13pm
Listed by:
Nancy Gowan 858-603-2774,
Real Broker, LLC - Annapolis
Bought with:
Meighan Sweeney, 658085
Cummings & Co. Realtors
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDHW2052716
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Attic - Floored, Primary Bedroom - Dressing Area, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 16
Primary bathroom
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Level: Upper
Breakfast room
- Level: Main
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 9
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Family room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 20
Foyer
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Upper
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Storage room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 299 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 13
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Cooktop, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry, Upper Level, Washer In Unit, Laundry Room
Features
- Family Room Off Kitchen, Dining Area, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops, Crown Molding, Floor Plan - Traditional, Attic, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Dry Wall
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Wood
- Doors: Six Panel
- Windows: Screens
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Screen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,294
- Total interior livable area: 2,294 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,294
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Inside Entrance, Garage Door Opener, Driveway, Off Street, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Private
Lot
- Size: 0.55 Acres
- Features: Front Yard, Landscaped, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1406510523
- Zoning: RSC
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1992
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Laurel
- Subdivision: None Available
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/4/2025 | Sold | $702,500+4.1%$306/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDHW2052716 | ||
| 5/7/2025 | Contingent | $675,000$294/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2052716 | ||
| 5/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $675,000+17.4%$294/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2052716 | ||
| 4/1/2022 | Sold | $575,000+9.5%$251/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2011140 | ||
| 2/27/2022 | Pending sale | $525,000$229/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2011140 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $554,200 +6.7% |
| 2025 | $5,846 +7.2% | $519,167 +7.2% |
| 2024 | $5,451 +7.8% | $484,133 +7.8% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 20723
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Hammond Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Hammond Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Atholton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hammond
- Middle: Hammond
- High: Atholton
- 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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