IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR YOUR LITTLE PIECE OF HEAVEN IN THE HEART OF COLUMBIA, THIS IS THE HOUSE FOR YOU! PEACEFUL & PRISTINE ARE THE WORDS THAT COME TO MIND WHEN SEEING THIS HOME. BACKING TO OPEN SPACE WITH A GOLF COURSE VIEW, THE LOCATION OF THIS HOME IN A QUIET CUL-DE-SAC IS TRUY HARD TO FIND AND MAKES THIS HOME ALL THE MORE SPECIAL! LOVINGLY MAINTAINED & EXQUISITELY CARED-FOR BY ORIGINAL OWNER, THIS HOME OFFERS OVER 3000 SQ FT OF LIVING SPACE; GLEAMING HARDWOOD FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN, DINING ROOM & FAMILY ROOM; EAT-IN KITCHEN WITH UPGRADED APPLIANCES AND GRANITE COUNTERS (in 2003); FRENCH DOORS FROM THE KITCHEN LEAD OUT TO A SCREENED PORCH - PERFECT FOR RELAXING AND HAVING YOUR MORNING CUP OF COFFEE; LARGE FAMILY ROOM DIRECTLY OFF KITCHEN HAS A GAS FIREPLACE WITH BRICK HEARTH & BUILT-IN STORAGE AREA; THE UPPER LEVEL OFFERS 4 BEDROOMS AND 2 FULL BATHS; THE FINISHED LOWER LEVEL IS PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING WITH THE SPACIOUS RECREATION ROOM, OFFICE/EXERCISE ROOM, 5TH BEDROOM, BONUS ROOM & LARGE STORAGE ROOM; SLIDING GLASS DOORS LEAD OUT TO THE BACK YARD PATIO; [2019 Heating system; Brand new sump pump; Windows approx 5 yrs old (except fam rm), Bathroom updated in 2013]
This home has been lovingly maintained and shows well. On the main level there is the spacious living room, the spacious dining room, a powder room, the updated eat-in kitchen and the family room. There is a french door in the kitchen that leads...
to a beautiful screened porch. The porch overlooks the backyard that slopes downhill to The golf course. Upstairs there are 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The basement is mostly finished with a rec room, a full bath and 3 additional finished rooms. There is a sliding glass door in the back room that leads to a patio under the deck . There is a Columbia walking path in front of the home.
6 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Joy Merski
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 5181 Downwest Ride
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Apr 7, 2021
Sold
$569,999
$177/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #MDHW284972
Feb 26, 2021
Sold
$569,999
$177/sq ft
Feb 4, 2021
Pending
—
Jan 3, 2021
Contingent
—
Dec 31, 2020
Price Changed
$569,999
$177/sq ft
Dec 2, 2020
Price Changed
$574,900
$179/sq ft
Nov 1, 2020
Relisted
—
Oct 22, 2020
Contingent
—
Oct 17, 2020
Price Changed
$579,990
$181/sq ft
Oct 15, 2020
Listed
$594,999
$185/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,993 (+4.4%)
2025
$8,614 (+4.6%)
2024
$8,235 (+11.5%)
2023
$7,387 (+10.9%)
$247,800 + $282,500
$530,300
2022
$6,659 (+11.2%)
2021
$5,991 (+1.3%)
2020
$5,916 (+1.0%)
$159,800 + $226,900
$386,700
2019
$5,859 (+6.6%)
2018
$5,498 (+0.3%)
$151,200 + $223,800
$375,000
2017
$5,478 (−0.2%)
$151,200 + $223,800
$375,000
2015
$5,491 (+4.1%)
$159,600 + $222,400
$382,000
2014
$5,275 (+3.8%)
2013
$5,082 (+5.1%)
2012
$4,833 (+3.4%)
2011
$4,674 (−2.5%)
2010
$4,793 (+46.0%)
2009
$3,284
Tax history for 5181 Downwest Ride
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,993 (+4.4%)
2025
$8,614 (+4.6%)
2024
$8,235 (+11.5%)
2023
$7,387 (+10.9%)
$247,800 + $282,500
$530,300
2022
$6,659 (+11.2%)
2021
$5,991 (+1.3%)
2020
$5,916 (+1.0%)
$159,800 + $226,900
$386,700
2019
$5,859 (+6.6%)
2018
$5,498 (+0.3%)
$151,200 + $223,800
$375,000
2017
$5,478 (−0.2%)
$151,200 + $223,800
$375,000
2015
$5,491 (+4.1%)
$159,600 + $222,400
$382,000
2014
$5,275 (+3.8%)
2013
$5,082 (+5.1%)
2012
$4,833 (+3.4%)
2011
$4,674 (−2.5%)
2010
$4,793 (+46.0%)
2009
$3,284
*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
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.38 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,750
Year built
1969
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Howard County
APN
15 015861
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 4, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 12
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 10
Paved Driveway
Attached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Icemaker, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Instant Hot Water, Trash Compactor
Door Features: French, Sliding Glass, Six Panel
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet
Interior Features: Carpet, CeilngFan(s), Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Master Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors, Recessed Lighting, Stall Shower, Tub Shower
Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Screened, Patio(s)
Roof: Asphalt
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cul-de-sac, Flag, Landscaping, Premium, Backs - Open Common Area, Backs to Trees
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $151,200
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,046
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,166
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $4,310
Tax Assessed Value: $382,800
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $5,934
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Common Grounds, Community Center, Jog/Walk Path, Lake, Pool Mem Avail, Tot Lots/Playground
HOA Fee: $1,301
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: 3rd Party
Middle School Source: 3rd Party
High School Source: 3rd Party
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: W Running Brook
Directions: W Running Brook to Downwest Ride (long driveway is located on the left side of the cul-de-sac circle)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,750
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.38 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1969
Year Renovated: —
County: Howard County
APN: 15 015861
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 4, 2026
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Schools
Running Brook Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
3/10
Wilde Lake Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
8/10
Wilde Lake High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
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