Welcome to 5251 W. Running Brook Rd. This spacious floorplan is Rarely Available - three bedrooms and a den. Plus, two full baths. Updated kitchen, large dining room, and spacious living room. Very well maintained with many recent upgrades. Fresh paint, impressive refurbished parquet hardwood floors, new kitchen LVP floor, new patio door, new windows, remodeled primary suite, and new washer & dryer. Newer kitchen appliances and bathroom vanities. Enjoy breathtaking views from the private balcony. This one-of-a-kind condo offers a comfortable and convenient lifestyle. Minutes to the Wilde Lake, the Mall at Columbia, shopping, dining, and commuter routes. The condo fee includes heat, water, and snow removal. HVAC is less than 10 years old. You'll love it! Seller may need post occupancy .
Rarely available mid level unit with seasonal views of Wilde Lake waterfall offers 1,555 sq ft of living space. Large living room with gleaming parquet floors flowing into adjacent dining room and separate den (yes, another office/guest space in addition to 3 bedrooms!) . Kitchen has been updated and offers lots of storage to include a pantry, plenty of cabinetry, & gas cooking. Large primary bedroom w/ dressing area and access to balcony. Both 2nd & 3rd bedrooms offer large walk-in closets. Easy foot access to the lake, Whole foods, the Mall and restaurants/theater. This downtown location is perfect. Ample parking. Condo fee includes heat, water and snow removal for a worry free lifestyle HVAC-2016, Oven & Fridge 2019, Wood floors 2015, New bathroom vanities. THIS IS THE ONE YOU'VE BEEN WAITING FOR
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Den, Foyer, Laundry, Master Bathroom, Full Bath
Laundry Type: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Property Manager Present
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
Ownership Interest: Condominium
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Unit Building Type: Garden 1 - 4 Floors
# of Units (Total): 1
Construction Materials: Brick, Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony
Pets Allowed: No
Structure Type: Unit/Flat
Window Features: Sliding, Screens
Exterior Information
Sidewalks, Exterior Lighting
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,555
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $214,033
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $3,466
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
90% Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Other
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Cable TV Available, Natural Gas Available
Water Source: Public
Location
Multi Unit Information
Washer/Dryer/Hook Up in Unit: Yes
Homeowners Association Information
Condo/Coop Fee: $441
Condo/Coop Fee Frequency: Monthly
HOA/Condo/Coop Management Type: Professional - Off-site
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Other
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Bike Trail, Jog/Walk Path, Lake
HOA Fee: $727.71
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
School District Name: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Little Patuxent Pkwy toward Columbia Town Center. Turn right onto W Running Brook Rd
Entry Floor Number: 2
Location Type: Suburban
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,555
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1972
Year Renovated: —
County: Howard County
APN: 15 016779
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 4, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Running Brook Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
3/10
Wilde Lake Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
8/10
Wilde Lake High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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