Is Ryan Homes (particularly in Elkridge) really that bad?

[Matt1968]

I've seen these homes in Elkridge and O.M. They look nice but their built by Ryan. Don't ever trust these guys. Good luck, you will need it.

[bobrulez]

The build quality of each community is dependent upon the project manager and the construction crew. I actually watched these units being built, and I assure you they are NOT worth anywhere near $300k. The area isn't that great. You'll notice the bus stop right outside the community, that's a bad sign. You will hear motorcycles running up and down Route-1 thanks to the Harley dealership right across the road. You will also hear ambulences throughout the night.

For the construction, these places were thrown up pretty quick. The common walls are just stud-construction, I did not see any concrete placed between the units. That means your walls are about as sound as they would be in an apartment.

Overall, Ryan is one of the cheaper builders, and they do tend to throw their houses up pretty quick. As such, you should expect some quality issues.

[Dangle13]

Eden-Thanks for the information. I just purchased a home in Tanyard Springs in Glen Burnie and the process was great. The Sales Manager there was very nice and honest. The other staff there were also good to work with as well.

Before I bought, I drove around (like a soliciting salesman, but not really :-) ) and asked the neighbors who were out and about about their opinion on the neighborhood and home quality. Most of the reviews I received were good, but some mentioned some problems that the Project Manager took care of.

[eden71]

I have no complaints to date. Throughout the process, the sales manager, construction manager, and NVR mortgage have been very helpful - providing weekly progress, keeping me informed of the next steps, and responding to any questions I have. I spoke with a few neighbors before signing on the dotted line and they also gave rave reviews. One had an interior unit and said he doesn't hear his neighbors and that the construction manager repaired drywall related to his townhome's foundation settling even after move in.

New construction wasn't my initial plan, but when I was finding 5-10 yr old homes nearby for $30-50K more I figured I might as well get what I want rather than paying more in the future for improvements if the previous owner did not keep the place up. I'll post any future issues, but regardless this is my first home and I don't plan to live here forever. I think it's a great place to start!

[Hadoc1972]

I find it hard to believe that everyone you spoke to gave rave reviews. Maybe you have bought a home in an area with an unusually caring and responsible Ryan office. I work with someone who lives in the new Owings Mills Community and construction there is not good. My friend and many of his neighbors are having problems with their homes. If you really are a homeowner of a Ryan home, most likely, you will soon wish that you could retract your post.

[gmc862000]

Originally Posted by gp123

you might also wanna look at Jessup for the new Townhomes they built there (think that was ryland, though).

When I was looking at purchasing a new home in Maryland about 20 years ago a real estate agent told me the owners of Ryland and Ryan homes were brothers.

[smallt]

Dear Tracjal, I have recently sold my home after 4 mos. of living there, i could not take it anymore, and i forgot to mention that they forgot to hook up my washing machine, the first time i went to us it, not knowing that it was not hooked up properly, i had a flood in my laundry room, and the water leaked all down through the ceiling in the kitchen and through my lights and my downstairs carpet, they came out and took care of it, but i was still ready to go because of the noise all day and night, my home sold quickly, maybe yoy can try the same, i am going to purchase a regular town instead.

i wish you the best