Bright & Airy Beautifully refreshed 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in Columbia’s desirable Thunder Hill/Oakland Mills area, surrounded by mature trees and filled with natural light in every room. The main level features new waterproof LVP flooring, fresh paint, upgraded lighting, and a designer brand new kitchen with white shaker cabinetry, butcher-block countertops, warm earth-tone backsplash, and matching stainless steel appliances, including an updated electric range with power boil, convection, and air-fryer features. Enjoy a dramatic vaulted-ceiling living room, separate dining room with vaulted ceiling, spacious family room with designer trim and wood-burning fireplace, and three rear sliders leading to the yard. The upper level offers four bedrooms, two renovated full baths, and a flexible bonus open space ideal for an office or study area. The primary suite includes a wood-burning fireplace, walk-in closet with built-ins, additional closet space for storage, updated bath with frameless glass shower, and access to an adjoining bedroom perfect for a nursery, sitting room, dressing area, or private office. Two secondary bedrooms include private balcony access. The lower level provides a large recreation room for flexible living space, plus a utility room with sump pump, high-efficiency gas Trane furnace, and newer Rheem Professional Classic Series gas water heater. Additional features include new plush upgraded carpet with 8 lb padding, professionally painted exterior, two-car garage with newer insulated garage door, and a roof less than three years old for added peace of mind. Convenient Columbia location served by Howard County Public Schools and close to shopping, dining, parks, trails, and major commuter routes.
Single-familyProperty Type
1971Year Built
9,000 sq ftLot Size
$332Price/Sq.Ft.
$108/moHOA Dues
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Ravi Verma• Attorneys Advantage Realty
•301-352-7655 (broker)
•attorneysadvantage@gmail.com (broker)
Bought with Ashley Fremont-Smith• Cummings & Co. Realtors
Est. $3,121 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5317 Lightning View Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #MDHW2071016
Jul 31, 2026
Sold
$655,000
$332/sq ft
Jul 21, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 21, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Jul 13, 2026
Price Changed
$655,000
$332/sq ft
Jul 12, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 7, 2026
Listed
$649,900
$330/sq ft
Jul 6, 2026
Coming Soon
$649,900
$330/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #MDHW2065148
Mar 31, 2026
Sold
$525,000
$266/sq ft
Mar 16, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 12, 2026
Listed
$500,000
$254/sq ft
Mar 9, 2026
Coming Soon
$500,000
$254/sq ft
+30
Nestled in the heart of Columbia, this contemporary home offers space, character, and endless potential. Featuring over 1,800 square feet above grade, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath property combines classic 1970s architectural charm with a functional layout designed for everyday living. The main level offers generous living and dining spaces filled with natural light, along with a spacious kitchen ready for your personal touch. Upstairs, you'll find well-proportioned bedrooms including a comfortable primary suite with en-suite bath. A built-in garage provides convenience, while the unfinished lower level offers additional storage or future finishing potential. Situated on a beautifully sized lot with mature trees, this home enjoys a peaceful setting while remaining close to shopping, dining, commuter routes, and all that Columbia has to offer. A wonderful opportunity to make this home your own in an established Howard County community.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,186 (+20.8%)
$198,000 + $247,600
$445,600
2024
$5,120 (+6.6%)
2023
$4,803 (−10.9%)
2022
$5,388 (+16.7%)
$178,000 + $177,700
$355,700
2021
$4,618 (+2.1%)
2020
$4,524
2019
$4,524 (+6.8%)
$129,000 + $207,300
$336,300
2018
$4,236 (−17.6%)
$129,000 + $207,300
$336,300
2017
$5,142 (+8.7%)
$129,000 + $224,800
$353,800
2015
$4,732 (+4.0%)
$129,000 + $228,900
$357,900
2014
$4,550 (+4.0%)
2013
$4,377 (+2.9%)
2012
$4,255 (+3.2%)
2011
$4,121 (+3.9%)
2010
$3,967 (+42.5%)
2009
$2,784
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,810
Year built
1971
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Howard County
APN
16 078727
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 21, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Sq. Ft.: 400
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Covered Parking, Garage - Front Entry
Interior Features: Attic, Stall Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Carpet, CeilngFan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Floor Plan - Traditional, Master Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s)
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
Room Information
# of Rooms: 15
Laundry Type: Has Laundry, Main Floor, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Wood
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 400
Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
Improvement Assessed Value: $247,600
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent, Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2026
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame, Brick
Foundation Details: Permanent, Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Garage(s)
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $198,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,972
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 400
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $4,559
Tax Assessed Value: $445,600
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $6,206
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2026
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA Fee: $1,295.52
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: CALL SCHOOL BOARD
Middle Or Junior School: OAKLAND MILLS
High School: OAKLAND MILLS
School District Name: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: 3rd Party
High School Source: 3rd Party
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Google Maps or Waze
Location Type: Suburban
Road Responsibility: City/County
Road Surface Type: Black Top, Paved
Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,810
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 9,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1971
Year Renovated: —
County: Howard County
APN: 16 078727
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 21, 2026
Around this home
24/100 Car-Dependent36/100 Some transit19/100 Somewhat bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Thunder Hill Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Oakland Mills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
7/10
Oakland Mills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
6/10
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