Nestled in the tranquil community of The Birches, this charming split-foyer home offers 1,954 square feet of living space with 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and captivating views of Wilde Lake. An inviting 2-story foyer entry leads you up to find gorgeous hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, and exposed wood beams setting the tone for the elegant main living spaces. This great open concept design includes the living room, dining room, and kitchen – all bathed in brilliant natural light from oversized windows and dual sets of sliding glass doors. The stylish and well-appointed kitchen is equipped with sleek stainless steel appliances, granite counters, wood cabinetry, classic subway tile backsplash, chic pendant lighting, a corner island with a breakfast bar, and sliding door access to the deck. The owner’s suite boasts hardwood floors, double closets, and an en suite bathroom with dual sinks and a walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms with hardwood floors and a shared full bathroom complete the main level. The finished lower level hosts the huge family room with a cozy wood-burning fireplace and convenient walk-up access to the backyard, a fourth bedroom, and a third full bathroom. Two unfinished spaces provide a versatile blank canvas for customization, ample storage, and a laundry area. The exterior features stunning views of Wilde Lake, a low-maintenance composite deck, a large backyard backing to trees, and a coveted location next to beautiful Wilde Lake Park. The Birches was one of the first sub-divisions in the original planned community, and is part of the Columbia Association. This home is ideally situated within walking distance to fantastic amenities Columbia has to offer: dining, entertainment, parks, shopping, public transportation, and more! Steps away is Wilde Lake Park with biking and walking trails and the serene lake. Downtown Columbia is within walking distance, as is the Mall in Columbia, Columbia Lakefront Stage, and even Merriweather Post Pavilion. Or you can walk to the bus stop and take public transportation to Baltimore or DC.
Single-familyProperty Type
1971Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$344Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Bob Lucido• Keller Williams Lucido Agency
•410-465-6900 (broker)
Listed by Tracy Lucido• Keller Williams Lucido Agency
•410-465-6900 (broker)
Bought with Kim Flowers• Keller Williams Realty Centre
Window Features: Double Pane, Energy Efficient, Insulated, Screens
Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Landscaping, Partly Wooded
Has Water View
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $291,900
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,354
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 600
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $4,762
Tax Assessed Value: $492,900
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $6,587
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2024
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Natural Gas Available
Water Source: Public
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA Fee: $1,316.43
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: RUNNING BROOK
Middle Or Junior School: WILDE LAKE
High School: WILDE LAKE
School District Name: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: US-29 to Exit 20B Columbia/Town Center, Merge onto Little Patuxent Pkwy, Right onto W Running Brook Rd, Left onto Hyla Brook Rd, Home will be on the Right.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,954
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1971
Year Renovated: —
County: Howard County
APN: 15 006447
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 4, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Running Brook Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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Wilde Lake Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
8/10
Wilde Lake High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
18% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$639,000 – $774,000
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