4685 Columbia Road

Closed 7/24/20
Closed 7/24/20
Front Exterior
Open main level with Brazilian cherry hardwoods
Living room with bay window
Dining Room
Dining Room
Open main level
Eat-in kitchen
Eat-in kitchen
Upgraded kitchen
Kitchen with ample table space
Powder Room
Owner's suite with loft
Owner's suite
Spacious owner's suite with loft
Owner's suite loft
Owner's remodeled bath
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 3
Bedroom 3
Updated hall bath
Updated hall bath
Finished lower level
Finished lower level
Lower level powder room
Deck
Rear Exterior
Main level
Upper level
Lower level
Upper level 2
Floor plans
Sold
Last Sold Price
$400,000
3 beds1,940 sqft$206/sqft
4685 Columbia Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21042
TownhouseProperty Type
1989Year Built
$206/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$67/moHOA Fees

Description

Beautifully updated townhome boasts new flooring, upgraded kitchen, baths, roof, windows, sliding doors, water heater and more! The bright and airy open concept main level includes a living room and dining rooms with gleaming Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, recessed lighting, bay window and a fresh neutral color palette. The completely remodeled kitchen features granite counters, 42 inch cabinets, stainless appliances, ceramic tile flooring, ample table space with access to the expansive deck....Beautifully updated townhome boasts new flooring, upgraded kitchen, baths, roof, windows, sliding doors, water heater and more! The bright and airy open concept main level includes a living room and dining rooms with gleaming Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, recessed lighting, bay window and a fresh neutral color palette. The completely remodeled kitchen features granite counters, 42 inch cabinets, stainless appliances, ceramic tile flooring, ample table space with access to the expansive deck. Soaring vaulted ceilings highlight the owners suite with a spacious loft, extended closets, plus a remodeled full bath complete with a glass enclosed shower with decorative tile detail, built in seating with a rainfall shower head. Two additional bedrooms and an updated full bath complete the upper level. The walkout basement provides a large family room with a cozy fireplace in a black slate surround and offers access to the custom stone patio and privacy fenced backyard. You wont want to miss this spectacular home!
  • Listed by: Hyung W Bae 443.756.1657 paulbae@northroprealty.com • Northrop Realty
Listing closed: 07/24/2020 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: MDHW281360

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$480,000

Avg days on market

15

Sale-to-list ratio

99.5%

Ellicott City, MD

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Property Information for 4685 Columbia Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $5,185 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
  • Lot Size: 0.00 AC / 0 SF
  • County: Howard County
  • Tax ID Number: 1402332353
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Condo Coop Association: No
  • HOA: Yes
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Style: Colonial
  • Levels/Stories: 3
  • Waterfront: No
  • Views: Garden/Lawn
  • Garage: No
  • Subdivision: DORSEY HALL
  • Subdivision: DORSEY HALL (HOWARD MD)
  • Municipality: Unincorporated
  • Central Air: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Above Grade Finished SQFT: 1,440.00
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Finished SQFT: 500.00
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: 220.00
  • Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Total Below Grade SQFT: 720.00
  • Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Condition: Excellent
Building Information
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Lot Size: 0.00 AC / 0 SF
Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM
  • School District County ID: 121139568958
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: CALL SCHOOL BOARD (HOWARD MD)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • Middle Or Junior School: CALL SCHOOL BOARD (HOWARD MD)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: CALL SCHOOL BOARD (HOWARD MD)
  • HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • County: HOWARD
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Other Fees: $1,143
  • Other Fees Frequency: Annually
  • Senior Community: No
  • Type of Condo: Home Owner Association
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Tax Assessed Value: $342,767
  • Year Assessed: 2020
  • County Tax: $3,783
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $199,500
  • Land Assessed Value: $150,000
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Front Foot Fee: $0
  • Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Land Use Code: 010
  • Refuse Fee: $325
  • Zoning: RSC
  • Tax Lot: C 218
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Rent Spree Online Application: No
  • Concessions: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
All Lower Levels
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Loft, Storage Room
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,940.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,940.00
  • Total SQFT: 2,160.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Brick Front, Combination
  • Roof: Unknown
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/3041/8164/8992/304181648992_512_384_WM_SybWIEu5WC6R_N-8.jpg
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, High, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminated, Vinyl, Concrete
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Daylight, Full, Full, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Partially Finished, Sump Pump, Walkout Level
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Half-Lower Level 1-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half: 2
  • Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Features: Landscaping
  • Fencing: Privacy, Rear, Wood
  • Parcel ID: 15371633
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Screen, Other, Wood
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Icemaker, Refrigerator, Stove, Dryer - Front Loading, Energy Efficient Appliances, ENERGY STAR Clothes Washer, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Electric, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Water Dispenser, Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: Other
  • Security Features: Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector
  • Door Features: Six Panel, Sliding Glass, Storm
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow, Double Pane, Screens, Vinyl Clad, Transom
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: http://spws.homevisit.com/mls/300396/4685-COLUMBIA-RD-ELLICOTT-CITY-MD-21042
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Programmable Thermostat
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s), Programmable Thermostat
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Hot Water: 60+ Gallon Tank, Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: Other
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Howard County Association of REALTORS

Property History for 4685 Columbia Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 24, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #677317580

$400,000

+2.3% / yr

Jul 24, 2020

Closed

BRIGHT #MDHW281360

$400,000—
Jun 30, 2020

Pending

BRIGHT #MDHW281360

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/24/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #677317580

$400,000

+2.3% / yr

07/24/2020

Closed

BRIGHT #MDHW281360

$400,000
06/30/2020

Pending

BRIGHT #MDHW281360

—

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Public Records for 4685 Columbia Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2026$6,671 ($556 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths3Total Finished SqFt1,876 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,456 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt420 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,000 SqFtStyleTownhouseYear Built1989Year Renovated1989ZoningRSCCountyHOWARDAPN02-332353

Schools near 4685 Columbia Road

This home is within Howard County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Northfield Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Dunloggin Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Wilde Lake High School
Public - 9 to 12
Homewood School
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Northfield Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Dunloggin Middle School
Public6 to 8

Wilde Lake High School
Public9 to 12

Homewood School
Public6 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 4685 Columbia Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042
$400,000
3
1,940
0
4687 Columbia Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042
–
–
2.5
1,452
2,000
4689 Columbia Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042
$342,000
3
2,160
0
4681 Columbia Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042
$330,000
3
–
0
4679 Columbia Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042
$401,500
3
1,440
0
4695 Columbia Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042
$445,000
4
2,040
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