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$1,275,000

1218 Balfour Dr

Arnold, MD
ACTIVE-BRIGHT
4
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
3,152
Square Feet
0.95
Lot Size (acres)
1967
Year Built
119
Days On Market

Set on nearly an acre, this timeless colonial in Rugby Hall Estates welcomes you with a gracious presence that feels both classic and inviting. Surrounded by mature trees and beautifully established landscaping, this four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home offers the perfect blend of enduring character, generous living spaces, and a setting that invites you to slow down and savor every season. The moment you step inside, you're welcomed by a beautiful staircase that anchors the home with classic elegance. The main level flows effortlessly from room to room, offering a formal living room with fireplace, dining room, inviting family room with a second fireplace, and a kitchen overlooking the picturesque backyard. An updated powder room adds modern convenience, while a practical mudroom just off the kitchen provides easy access to both the backyard and the attached two-car garage. Upstairs, each of the four bedrooms is filled with natural light and enhanced by charming built-ins that add warmth, character, and everyday functionality. The lower level offers a spacious great room along with abundant storage, providing flexible space for recreation, hobbies, or future possibilities. Outside is where this home truly shines. The screened porch is made for slow mornings with coffee and peaceful summer evenings, while the gorgeous oversized in-ground pool becomes the centerpiece of gatherings with family and friends. The expansive backyard offers plenty of room to entertain, play, garden, or simply enjoy the privacy and beauty of nearly an acre. An in-ground sprinkler system helps keep the landscape looking its best, allowing more time to enjoy everything this remarkable property has to offer. Life in Rugby Hall Estates extends far beyond your own backyard. The community waterfront offers a breathtaking place to watch the sun set over the Severn River, while neighbors gather to enjoy everything this cherished community has to offer. Residents have access to a community marina with multiple boat slips, a boat ramp, pavilion, and playground making it easy to embrace the waterfront lifestyle that makes Rugby Hall Estates so special. This is a rare opportunity to own a home filled with timeless charm in one of the area’s most treasured waterfront communities in Severna Park School District, where every season brings something to look forward to and every day feels a little more connected to the place you'll love calling home.

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Listing Information

Listing Updated
22 days ago
Listed By
Tracy Marshall, 4433067673 · Engel & Volkers Annapolis, 4432926767
MLS#
MDAA2151160
Source
Bright
Status
ACTIVE-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
1218 Balfour Dr, Arnold, MD 21012
City
Arnold
County
Anne Arundel
Neighborhood
RUGBY HALL ESTATES
Zip Code
21012

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2.5
Year Built
1967
Style
Colonial
Construction Materials
Brick
Building Area
3,152 sq. ft.
Levels
Three Or More
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Driveway, Attached, Garage, On Street

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Built-in Features
Appliances
Electric Water Heater
Exterior Features
Lighting
Patio and Porch
Patio, Screened
Cooling
Central Air, Electric
Heating
Heat Pump, Oil

Property Features

Lot Size
0.95 Acres
Water
Public
Sewer
Septic Tank

Square Footage

Above Grade
2,352 sq. ft.
Total
3,152 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$1,275,000
Annual Taxes
$9,447
Association Fee
$750 (paid Annually)
Association Amenities
Picnic Area, Playground, Boat Dock, Boating

Schools

100/100
Severna Park Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 2.3 mi
City
Severna Park
Students
400
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
87% White · 4% Hispanic / Latino · 3% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
5%
Phone
(410) 222-6577
100/100
Rolling Knolls Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 3.3 mi
City
Annapolis
Students
412
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
58% White · 21% Hispanic / Latino · 11% Black
Free/reduced lunch
33%
Phone
(410) 222-5820
74/100
Severna Park High
High · Grades 09–12 · 2.9 mi
City
Severna Park
Students
1,757
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
84% White · 4% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Black
Free/reduced lunch
3%
Phone
(410) 544-0900
65/100
Jones Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.1 mi
City
Severna Park
Students
293
Parent reviews
3.5★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
74% White · 8% Two or More Races · 7% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
14%
Phone
(410) 222-6565
55/100
Anne Arundel Evening High
High · Grades 09–12 · 2.8 mi
City
Severna Park
Students
303
Student body
39% White · 30% Hispanic / Latino · 22% Black
Free/reduced lunch
4%
Phone
(410) 544-0182
54/100
Magothy River Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.5 mi
City
Arnold
Students
655
Student body
74% White · 12% Hispanic / Latino · 7% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
18%
Phone
(410) 544-0926
54/100
Severn River Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.5 mi
City
Arnold
Students
675
Student body
68% White · 14% Hispanic / Latino · 8% Black
Free/reduced lunch
20%
Phone
(410) 544-0922
54/100
Belvedere Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.9 mi
City
Arnold
Students
515
Student body
73% White · 11% Hispanic / Latino · 9% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
13%
Phone
(410) 975-9432

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
07/11/2026Listed for sale$1,275,000

Listed by Tracy Marshall · Engel & Volkers Annapolis · 4432926767

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Bright. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: October 16, 2026 at 4:29 PM | Source: Bright | MLS#: MDAA2151160

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