SOLD AUG 21, 2026

Sold on Aug 2026

$770,000

•

3,332

sq ft

5214 Lightning View Rd, Columbia, MD 21045

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MAJOR PRICE IMPROVEMENT Spacious Six-Bedroom Home in the Heart of Thunder Hill Welcome to this beautiful and rarely available six-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath home nestled in the highly desirable Thunder Hill community. With exceptional space, thoughtful updates, and a flexible floor plan, this home offers room for everyone. The main level features a large, welcoming dining room ideal for family gatherings and entertaining. The open kitchen flows seamlessly into the living room, creating a comfortable and connected space for everyday living. Just beyond, the light-filled sunroom is sure to become your favorite room in the house—the perfect place to relax, enjoy your morning coffee, or take in views of the beautiful backyard. The home also includes a private in-law or au pair suite, providing excellent accommodations for extended family, guests, or a home office. Upstairs, you will find generously sized bedrooms and a beautifully renovated hall bathroom. Step outside to enjoy the expansive backyard, complete with a multilevel deck that offers plenty of room for outdoor dining, entertaining, and relaxation. Solar panels add energy efficiency and long-term value. Located within short distance of Thunder Hill Elementary School and close to neighborhood amenities, parks, paths, shopping, and major commuter routes, this home offers an ideal combination of space, comfort, and convenience. Six bedrooms are nearly unheard of in this neighborhood—do not miss this exceptional opportunity. Come make this wonderful Thunder Hill property your new home!

Single-familyProperty Type

1970Year Built

0.32 acresLot Size

$231Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Karriem Hopwood • Corner House Realty

•443-499-3839 (broker)

•aj@cornerhouserealty.com (broker)

Bought with Ben Nash • Samson Properties

•301-760-2136 (broker)

•kara@samsonproperties.net (broker)

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #MDHW2071012

Redfin Estimate

$797,084

$27K since sold in August 2026$3,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 14.1% higher than the average sale price ($698K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$650,000
A
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9206 Mellenbrook Rd, Columbia, MD 21045
SOLD JUL 21, 2026
$775,000
B
5 beds3.5 baths3,245 sq ft
4945 W Running Brook Rd, Columbia, MD 21044
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$760,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths3,113 sq ft
4945 Reedy Brook Ln, Columbia, MD 21044
SOLD JAN 29, 2026
$765,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths3,252 sq ft
9201 Broken Timber Way, Columbia, MD 21045
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$555,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,722 sq ft
5258 Patriot Ln, Columbia, MD 21045
SOLD MAY 18, 2026
$685,000
F
4 beds3 baths2,350 sq ft
9213 Osprey Ct, Columbia, MD 21045

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Market trends in Oakland Mills, MD

Last updated July 2026

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Sale-to-List Price

102.8%

0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$505K

$34K MoM

Avg. days on market

1 days MoM

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Rental estimate

Est. $3,693 per month, based on comparable rentals

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Home shows well. Off the entry leads to the formal living room. Spacious dining area. Open concept kitchen and family area, which includes a fireplace. Lower level offers two bedrooms and a game/rec area. Fenced backyard.
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Sale and tax history for 5214 Lightning View Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #MDHW2071012

Aug 21, 2026

Sold

$770,000

$231/sq ft

Jul 31, 2026

Pending

—

Jul 19, 2026

Price Changed

$775,000

$233/sq ft

Jul 10, 2026

Listed

$785,000

$236/sq ft

Jul 5, 2026

Coming Soon

$785,000

$236/sq ft

Public Records

Sep 15, 2020

Sold

$545,000

$164/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #MDHW276570

Jul 15, 2020

Sold

$545,000

$164/sq ft

Jun 8, 2020

Pending

—

Jun 1, 2020

Price Changed

$545,000

$164/sq ft

Jun 1, 2020

Contingent

—

May 29, 2020

Listed

$525,000

$158/sq ft

+67

This is the house you've been waiting for! The moment you walk in this house, you'll fall in love with this newly renovated home! Featuring hardwood floors throughout the main and upper level, tile flooring in kitchen and bathrooms. Beautifully renovated kitchen with top of the line appliances, quartz counter tops, spacious corner pantry, large island and a breakfast nook. Bonus office room. Upper level includes: spacious master suite with master bathroom and large cedar lined walking closet, 3 additional bedrooms and updated full bath. Newly finished basement with 2 bedrooms, full bath and family and rec room, kitchenette, and extra room for storage. The exterior features, large deck and patio for entertaining, fully rear fenced yard, master gardener planned rain gardens and landscaping. Check out the interactive virtual tour with floor plan: https://mls. truplace.com/property/1406/87123/

MRIS #HW9864179

Apr 27, 2017

Sold

$425,000

$128/sq ft

Feb 28, 2017

Pending

—

Feb 16, 2017

Listed

$135/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1000009942

Apr 27, 2017

Sold

$425,000

$128/sq ft

Feb 16, 2017

Listed

$450,000

$135/sq ft

+25

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$9,647 (+8.2%)

$216,400 + $462,900

$679,300

2024

$8,918 (+11.1%)

2023

$8,029 (+7.9%)

2022

$7,438 (+7.6%)

$196,400 + $330,700

$527,100

2021

$6,910 (+9.1%)

2020

$6,337 (+2.6%)

2019

$6,173 (+8.4%)

$133,400 + $278,700

$412,100

2018

$5,696 (+3.2%)

2017

$5,520 (+2.5%)

$133,400 + $244,600

$378,000

2015

$5,387 (+4.0%)

$137,200 + $262,200

$399,400

2014

$5,179 (+4.0%)

2013

$4,979 (+0.8%)

2012

$4,939 (+3.5%)

2011

$4,773 (+4.2%)

2010

$4,582 (+43.0%)

2009

$3,203

Public record

Beds

—

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.32 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,972

Year built

1970

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Howard County

APN

16 078468

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Concrete Driveway
Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 2

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
Door Features: Sliding Glass
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Partially Carpeted
Interior Features: Attic, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Master Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: Dry Wall

Room Information
Laundry Type: Main Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Daylight, Partial, Full, Fully Finished, Interior Access, Other, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Walkout Level, Windows

Exterior

Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 960
Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
# of Levels (Total): 3
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached

Pool Information
Community Pool Features: In Ground
Community Pool

Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Landscaping
Tidal Water: No

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,372
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Below Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 960
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Financial

Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
Tax Assessed Value: $679,300
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Annual Amount: $6,193

Assessments Information
Special Assessment Payment: Annually
Year Assessed: 2019

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Cable TV, Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Water Source: Public

Location

Homeowners Association Information
Association Recreation Fee
Association Recreation Fee: $2,309
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee Includes: Other, Pool(s), Recreation Facility, Road Maintenance, Snow Removal, Trash
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually

School Information
Elementary School: THUNDER HILL
Middle Or Junior School: OAKLAND MILLS
High School: OAKLAND MILLS
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: From Mellenbrook Rd. turn left onto Lightning View Rd.
Location Type: Middle Of Block

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,972
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: —
County: Howard County
APN: 16 078468

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026

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Schools
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Transit

Thunder Hill Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

7/10

Oakland Mills Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi

7/10

Oakland Mills High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi

6/10

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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 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

15% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

5 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years

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Columbia, MD • 21045

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78/ 100

Good sunlight

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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

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$758,000 – $917,000

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5218 Lightning View Rd, Columbia, MD 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3300 Sq. Ft.	$651,297
5226 Lightning View Rd, Columbia, MD 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2600 Sq. Ft.	$638,342

Address	Redfin Estimate
5217 Lightning View Rd, Columbia, MD - Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2448 Sq. Ft.	$647,251
5206 Lightning View Rd, Columbia, MD 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2800 Sq. Ft.	$685,641

Address	Redfin Estimate
5222 Lightning View Rd, Columbia, MD 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2700 Sq. Ft.	$794,642
5230 Lightning View Rd, Columbia, MD - Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2453 Sq. Ft.	$667,392

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