Welcome to this stunning home located on a peaceful cul-de-sac in the Owen Brown community of Columbia. As you enter, you'll be greeted by an inviting open floor plan. A short flight of stairs will take you to the main living level, which features a lovely living/dining area with beautiful wood flooring and a picturesque window overlooking the front yard, providing an excellent view of the spring flowers. The dining area is adjacent to a large eat-in kitchen with a pantry. A French door in the dining area leads to a delightful screen porch, which is the perfect spot for enjoying morning coffee or an evening meal. Just below the porch are bi-level decks, perfect for summer entertaining and grilling. The spacious and level rear yard is one of the largest in the area and is breathtaking once springtime arrives. On the main level of the house, you'll find an updated bathroom in the hallway and three bedrooms with good-sized closets. The primary bedroom features its own updated full bath and a sliding glass door leading to a private deck. Downstairs, you'll discover a spacious family room with a wood-burning fireplace and built-in shelves. Additionally, this level includes a half bath, a fourth bedroom, and a utility room with a recent washer and dryer. A door from the utility room leads to an attached one-car garage. The home boasts new windows that have recently been installed, and there is a two to three car driveway for off-street parking. Just off the cul-de-sac is a public path leading to beautiful Lake Elkhorn, which has a 1.8-mile path surrounding it, perfect for a jog or leisurely stroll. At the end of the street, there is a playground. This home is conveniently located near retail shopping, groceries, restaurants, and entertainment. In summary, this home is a true gem!
NO FURTHER SHOWINGS AFTER 3:00PM WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 23. AGENTS PLEASE HAVE ANY/ALL OFFERS TO THE L/A BY WEDNESDAY EVENING AT 8:00, AT WHICH TIME THEY WILL BE PRESENTED TO THE SELLER. THANK YOU . Presenting this lovely 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home conveniently located on a quiet cul-de-sac in Columbia. From the front entry door, walk up a short flight of stairs to the main living level. This level hosts a comfortable living/dining area with beautiful wood flooring. A picture window overlooks the front yard. Adjacent to the dining area is a large eat-in kitchen with pantry. There's a French door in the dining area which leads to a delightful screen porch; a perfect spot to enjoy morning coffee or an evening meal. Just below the porch are bi-level decks, ideal for summer entertaining/grilling. The level rear yard is one of the largest in the area and is gorgeous once the springtime sets in. . Continuing on the main level of the house, there's an updated bathroom in the hallway and three bedrooms with good sized closets. The primary bedroom has it's own full bath, which has been updated as well. From this bedroom step out the sliding glass door to your own private deck! Down two small sets of stairs you'll find a wonderful spacious family room with a wood burning fireplace and built-ins galore. There's a half bath on this level in addition to the fourth bedroom and a utility room with a recent washer and dryer. A door from the utility room leads to an attached one car garage. New windows have very recently been installed throughout the home. There's a two to three car driveway for off street parking. Just off the cul-de-sac is a public path that leads to beautiful Lake Elkhorn. A 1.8 mile path surrounds this lake, great for a jog or just a leisurely stroll. There's a playground at the end of the street. This home is very close to retail shopping, groceries, restaurants and entertainment. A true gem!
Public Records
Jun 27, 1988
Sold
$130,000
$71/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 30, 1985
Sold
$103,000
$57/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,798 (+7.6%)
$207,800 + $292,100
$499,900
2025
$7,250 (+8.2%)
$207,800 + $292,100
$499,900
2024
$6,702 (+11.8%)
2023
$5,993 (+5.0%)
2022
$5,709 (+4.1%)
$187,800 + $197,600
$385,400
2021
$5,482 (+5.0%)
2020
$5,220 (+2.1%)
2019
$5,113 (+8.1%)
$126,100 + $208,300
$334,400
2018
$4,731 (+2.6%)
2017
$4,612 (+6.8%)
$126,100 + $186,000
$312,100
2015
$4,320 (+4.0%)
$149,900 + $162,200
$312,100
2014
$4,154 (+4.0%)
2013
$3,995 (+2.4%)
2012
$3,901 (+3.2%)
2011
$3,778 (+3.8%)
2010
$3,642 (+43.0%)
2009
$2,547
Tax history for 7148 Smooth Path
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,798 (+7.6%)
$207,800 + $292,100
$499,900
2025
$7,250 (+8.2%)
$207,800 + $292,100
$499,900
2024
$6,702 (+11.8%)
2023
$5,993 (+5.0%)
2022
$5,709 (+4.1%)
$187,800 + $197,600
$385,400
2021
$5,482 (+5.0%)
2020
$5,220 (+2.1%)
2019
$5,113 (+8.1%)
$126,100 + $208,300
$334,400
2018
$4,731 (+2.6%)
2017
$4,612 (+6.8%)
$126,100 + $186,000
$312,100
2015
$4,320 (+4.0%)
$149,900 + $162,200
$312,100
2014
$4,154 (+4.0%)
2013
$3,995 (+2.4%)
2012
$3,901 (+3.2%)
2011
$3,778 (+3.8%)
2010
$3,642 (+43.0%)
2009
$2,547
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Utility Room
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 600
Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
Improvement Assessed Value: $197,600
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es), Screened
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $187,800
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,220
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 600
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $4,148
Tax Assessed Value: $385,400
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $5,727
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA Fee: $1,128
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: Owen Brown
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,078
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1976
Year Renovated: —
County: Howard County
APN: 16 118303
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 4, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Cradlerock Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Lake Elkhorn Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Atholton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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