This contemporary ranch is a private, cozy retreat nestled into Columbia's Village of Harper's Choice. With windows all around, the home offers stunning scenic views of the surrounding trees and wildlife. The open-concept main living area includes vaulted ceilings and exposed beams as well as a 2-sided gas fireplace and newly refinished hardwood floors. Walk out from the dining area to a large 2-level deck perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A spacious main level owners suite provides generous closet space as well as a separate dressing area and en suite bathroom with deep soaking tub. The lower level includes 3 additional bedrooms as well as a rec room with new carpet throughout. Walk out to enjoy the private backyard and walking trails. Convenient to all that Columbia has to offer including the mall of Columbia, Howard County General Hospital, Howard Community College, plus easy access to commuter routes (I-95, MD-100, US-29 and MD-108).
Single-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
0.45 acresLot Size
$275Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Karen Ranallo• Weichert, REALTORS
•301-681-0550 (broker)
Bought with Brian Pakulla• RE/MAX Advantage Realty
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.45 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,319
Year built
1970
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Howard County
APN
15 042141
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 4, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway, Detached Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Fully Carpeted, Hardwood, Vinyl
Not Furnished
Interior Features: Exposed Beams, Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Recreation Room
Laundry Type: Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Double Sided, Gas/Propane
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Walkout Level
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1325
Improvement Assessed Value: $207,900
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $161,300
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,325
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 132
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,193
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
County Tax: $3,998
Tax Assessed Value: $355,133
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Annual Amount: $5,536
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2019
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Baseboard - Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA Fee: $1,207.45
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: SWANSFIELD
Middle Or Junior School: HARPER'S CHOICE
High School: WILDE LAKE
School District Name: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM
Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
Middle School Source: 3rd Party
High School Source: 3rd Party
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Cedar Lane to Rock Coast Road, Left on Swansfield Road.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,319
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.45 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: —
County: Howard County
APN: 15 042141
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 4, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Swansfield Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
Harpers Choice Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
6/10
Wilde Lake High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
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