5544 Waterloo Road

Closed 5/8/20
Closed 5/8/20
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Last Sold Price
$277,000
4 beds2,273 sqft$122/sqft
5544 Waterloo Rd, Columbia, MD 21045

Description

A single family detached home on almost 1/2 acre in Howard County for under $300,000? Yes! The most convenient location in Columbia. This cute 4 bedroom 2.5 bath home is magnificently sited on top of a knoll with great views of the surrounding countryside. TOP Rated blue ribbon public schools and nearby shopping like Wegmans and Starbucks. Great location for commuters with simple and easy access to major commuter routes like 100, 95,175 and 32. Plenty of parking for all your vehicles and toys. No...A single family detached home on almost 1/2 acre in Howard County for under $300,000? Yes! The most convenient location in Columbia. This cute 4 bedroom 2.5 bath home is magnificently sited on top of a knoll with great views of the surrounding countryside. TOP Rated blue ribbon public schools and nearby shopping like Wegmans and Starbucks. Great location for commuters with simple and easy access to major commuter routes like 100, 95,175 and 32. Plenty of parking for all your vehicles and toys. No HOA or Columbia Association fees or rules to deal with! Relax on the covered porch and watch the deer graze at sunset or make it the perfect spot for a summer cookout with family and friends. Economical and comfortable gas heat, hot water and cooking. Tons of storage space in the lower level with an additional bonus room. Main level bedrooms and bath mean no stairs to climb. Large eat in kitchen with plenty of table space for holiday gatherings or use the formal dining room. New roof too! Back room/storage area (about 14x22) is zoned as livable space but used as storage area. Possible limited commercial uses as well NO Lowball Flippers or FHA financing
LISTING CLOSED: 05/08/2020 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Jeffrey M Berman • RE/MAX Realty Group
    P: (410) 715-3390 jb2981@gmail.com

Property Details for 5544 Waterloo Road

Status
Closed
MLS #
MDHW262722
Days on Market
310
Taxes
$3,442 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
1938
Lot Size
0.46 AC / 20,153 SF
County
Howard County
Tax ID Number
1406398782
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
3+
Waterfront
No
Views
Scenic Vista
Garage
No
Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE
Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE (HOWARD MD)
Central Air
Yes
Basement
Yes
Above Grade Finished SQFT
1,232.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source
Assessor
Below Grade Finished SQFT
1,041.00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source
Estimated
Below Grade Unfinished SQFT
.00
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source
Assessor
Total Below Grade SQFT
1,041.00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source
Estimated
New Construction
No
Property Condition
Below Average, Good, Major Rehab Needed

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$638,000

Avg days on market

13

Sale-to-list ratio

104.6%

Columbia, MD

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Building Information for 5544 Waterloo Road

Stories-Year Built1938Building Size-Lot Size0.46 AC / 20,153 SF

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Property Information for 5544 Waterloo Road

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • School District Name: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM
  • School District County ID: 121139568958
  • SchoolDistrictSource: 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
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Tax Assessed Value: $226,900
  • Year Assessed: 2019
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $82,000
  • City Town Tax: $2,752
  • Land Assessed Value: $144,900
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Front Foot Fee: $0
  • Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Land Use Code: 010
  • Zoning: R20
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 1
All Lower Levels
  • # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Mud Room, Storage Room, Workshop, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Half Bath
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Laminated
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Carpet
Room 3
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Formal Dining Room, Flooring - HardWood
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bathroom 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
  • Room Type: Storage Room
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 8
  • Room Type: Workshop
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 9
  • Room Type: Half Bath
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 10
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Carpet
Room 11
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Carpet
Room 12
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,273.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,232.00
  • Total SQFT: 2,273.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/3019/5306/0058/301953060058_512_384_WM_ufZqf8g4LdBjJ7_Y.jpg
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminated
  • Basement Type: Other, Daylight, Full, Full, Heated, Improved, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Partially Finished, Side Entrance, Space For Rooms, Walkout Level, Windows, Workshop
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Half-Upper Level 1-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Additional Lot(s), Cleared, Front Yard, Level, Not In Development, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
  • Road Responsibility: City/County
  • Location Type: Suburban
  • Parcel ID: 15390410
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Addl Parcels Descrp: 2 additional lots are for sale as well
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Off Street, Other, Parking Lot
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Free, Surface, Gravel Driveway
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Attic, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Country, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane, Flue for Stove
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Security Features: Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector
  • Door Features: Storm, Sliding Glass
  • Window Features: Storm, Screens
  • Laundry Type: Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry, Hookup, Main Floor, Washer In Unit
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Boat Storage, Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights, Play Area, Secure Storage, Street Lights, Other
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Horse: Yes
  • Horse Amenities: Horses Allowed
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV Available, Fiber Optics Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 120/240V, 200+ Amp Service
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Howard County Association of REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: www.topmdrealestate.com

Property History for 5544 Waterloo Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 8, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #670728092

$277,000—
May 8, 2020

Closed

BRIGHT #MDHW262722

$277,000—
Mar 6, 2020

Pending

BRIGHT #MDHW262722

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/08/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #670728092

$277,000
05/08/2020

Closed

BRIGHT #MDHW262722

$277,000
03/06/2020

Pending

BRIGHT #MDHW262722

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For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 5544 Waterloo Road

Taxable ValueLand$239,500Additions$103,900Total$343,400
Tax Record2022$2,762 ($230 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,232 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,232 SqFtStories2Lot Size20,153 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1938ZoningR20CountyHOWARDAPN06-398782Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5544 Waterloo Road

This home is within Howard County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Waterloo Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Mayfield Woods Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Long Reach High School
Public - 9 to 12
Homewood School
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Waterloo Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Mayfield Woods Middle School
Public6 to 8

Long Reach 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: 5544 Waterloo Road, Columbia, MD 21045
$277,000
4
2,273
20,153
5534 Waterloo Road, Columbia, MD 21045
$524,900
3
1,316
56,628
5537 Waterloo Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043
–
–
2
2,416
36,633
5542 Waterloo Road, Columbia, MD 21045
$230,000
–
–
–
27,300
5571 Waterloo Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043
$230,000
5
–
41,382
5628 Foxcroft Way, Columbia, MD 21045
$600,000
4
–
40,000

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