Situated on a sprawling 2 acre level lot, this spacious and efficiently designed well constructed HardiPlank Colonial offers a well‑maintained retreat in the Ripplemead/Fairhill Subdivision, the very private serene setting with tall trees is Ideal for the hobbyist, car enthusiast or business owner! The property includes an attached three‑car garage as well as detached two‑car garage with unfinished space above, perfect for a workshop, studio, or future expansion. The large fenced rear yard features a fire pit, a screened porch, and deck—an inviting outdoor haven! Inside, the home you will find comfort and functionality, with abundant hardwood, ceramic, and granite finishes. The main level showcases a huge gourmet kitchen with butler's and walk‑in pantry that opens directly to an expansive family room with a wood‑burning fireplace insert for efficient heat. This space flows seamlessly to the screened porch. A formal dining room and formal living room provide additional gathering areas, while the two story foyer and full front porch add timeless charm. Upstairs, the generous owner’s suite includes a huge luxury bath, two walk‑in closets, and a large bonus room ideal for an office, studio, or theater room. Three additional bedrooms, full bath and a large laundry room complete the upper level. The walkout lower level offers exceptional versatility with a large exercise room, a spacious recreation room with wet bar, and a with toasty wood stove to boot! There is an English‑style exit with French doors, two storage rooms, a full bath, and a utility room. Wainscoting enhances the finished basement spaces. The home is served by an efficient dual‑zone propane and heat pump system, ensuring year‑round comfort. Located on a quiet no‑thru street in a high‑end neighborhood where values approach $2M, this property delivers privacy, space, and exceptional potential on one of the Ripplemead/Fairhill subdivision’s most desirable settings.
Under contract
$1,195,000
21628 Ripplemead Dr, Gaithersburg, MD 20882
4beds
5,076sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
2.05 Acres Lot
$1,193,700 Zestimate®
$235/sqft
$50/mo HOA
What's special
Two story foyerHuge luxury bathLarge fenced rear yardUtility roomFormal dining roomScreened porchExpansive family room
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Joseph Huff 301-873-4111,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. 301-424-0900,
Listing Team: Joe Huff Team Of Long And Foster
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDMC2254870
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Exercise Room, Laundry, Other, Office, Recreation Room, Utility Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Exercise room
- Level: Lower
Family room
- Level: Main
Foyer
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Upper
Living room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Lower
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
Screened porch
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Heat Pump, Zoned, Forced Air, Electric, Propane
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Ice Maker, Oven/Range - Gas, Six Burner Stove, Washer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Butlers Pantry, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Wainscotting, Walk-In Closet(s), Bar, Wine Storage, Kitchen - Gourmet
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Partial,Exterior Entry,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,448
- Total interior livable area: 5,076 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,776
- Finished area below ground: 1,300
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Storage, Garage Faces Side, Garage Faces Front, Asphalt, Attached, Detached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 5
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Screened Porch
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2.05 Acres
- Features: Level, No Thru Street, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 160102032165
- Zoning: AR
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- HardiPlank Type
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Fair Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $50 monthly
Location
- Region: Gaithersburg
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $235/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $906,500
- Annual tax amount: $10,627
- Date on market: 9/11/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Negotiable
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$1,193,700
$1.13M - $1.25M
$4,558/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/17/2026 | Contingent | $1,195,000$235/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDMC2254870 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,195,000+739.5%$235/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2254870 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2000 | Sold | $142,347$28/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,935 +8.4% | $851,167 +7% |
| 2024 | $9,162 +7.4% | $795,833 +7.5% |
| 2023 | $8,532 +7.1% | $740,500 +2.6% |
| 2022 | $7,968 +2.7% | $722,033 +2.6% |
| 2021 | $7,757 +2.6% | $703,567 +2.7% |
| 2020 | $7,558 +0% | $685,100 |
| 2019 | $7,555 -0.2% | $685,100 |
| 2018 | $7,568 -7.2% | $685,100 -4.8% |
| 2017 | $8,157 -14.5% | $719,800 +2.3% |
| 2016 | $9,542 | $703,600 +2.4% |
| 2015 | $9,542 | $687,400 +2.4% |
| 2014 | $9,542 | $671,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $671,200 |
| 2012 | -- | $671,200 -23.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $875,610 |
| 2010 | -- | $875,610 |
| 2009 | -- | $875,610 -9.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $967,630 +17.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $822,470 +21.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $677,310 +27.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $532,150 +6.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $501,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $501,600 +13.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $440,500 |
| 2001 | -- | $440,500 |
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Neighborhood: 20882
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Montgomery County Public Schools
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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