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Off market aug 2024 for $525K

$608,567

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,112/mo

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2,228

sq ft

8961 Blue Pool, Columbia, MD 21045

About this home

You must see this beautifully updated contemporary home in a fantastic location! The corner lot has a large, private wooded backyard and a concrete side patio with a privacy fence perfect for entertaining! The most recent upgrades include new carpet and paint as well as newer HVAC. The main level gleams with wide plank espresso hardwood flooring. This is contrasted by a chic galley kitchen with white cabinetry, stylish tile backsplash, bright granite countertops, and stainless-steel appliances. Seller is offering a $2000 appliance credit. The floor to ceiling windows in the living, dining, and office areas make everything feel bright and airy. Four custom built in bookcases, recessed lights, crown molding and an updated half bath finishes this level. The upstairs level also offers brand new carpet. A large primary suite features an immense walk-in closet and a renovated full bath with dual sinks and a stunning and enormous walk-in shower with floor to ceiling large ceramic tile, a built-in shower bench, and a recessed tiled shower niche that coordinates with the accent border. This bathroom is truly impressive. Two other bedrooms with wonderful floor to ceiling windows that provide ample light, share another renovated bath. The lower level, also with brand new carpet, provides another bedroom with a full egress window, a stylish full bath, and a spacious family room/entertaining space. Another bonus is the 2-car garage (tandem) with plenty of room for storage or a workshop. This location is phenomenal. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate being steps from a trail that leads to over 114 miles of pathways leading to various parks and lakes and 3600 acres of open space. Not to mention the backyard is a peaceful retreat with wooded views. This ideal location is minutes to many shopping and restaurants like Target, Wegmans and much more! Also great for commuters as it provides easy access to Route 29, 100, and I-95. This home feeds into great schools such as Howard High School and Bonnie Branch Middle! Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to make this home your own! View the 360 Photo Tour.

Single-familyProperty Type

1972Year Built

8,468 sq ftLot Size

$273Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Zugell Jamison • Cummings & Co. Realtors

•410-823-0033 (broker)

•realtor@cummingsrealtors.com (broker)

Bought with Mark A. Ritter • Sachs Realty

•443-318-4514 (broker)

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #MDHW2042086

Redfin Estimate

$608,567

$84K since sold in August 2024$0 since September

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This home's estimate is 1% lower than the average sale price ($615K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD FEB 2, 2026
$625,000
A
4 beds3 baths2,144 sq ft
8988 Sidelong Pl, Columbia, MD 21045
BOUGHT WITH REDFIN OCT 9, 2026
$605,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,124 sq ft
8843 Tidesebb Ct, Columbia, MD 21045
SOLD JUN 12, 2026
$574,000
C
4 beds3 baths2,075 sq ft
5415 Thunder Hill Rd, Columbia, MD 21045
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$600,000
D
3 beds3 baths1,948 sq ft
6329 Tamar Dr, Columbia, MD 21045
SOLD OCT 5, 2026
$720,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,078 sq ft
5630 Roundtree Ln, Columbia, MD 21045
SOLD NOV 12, 2025
$563,000
F
4 beds3 baths2,321 sq ft
5359 Red Lake Ct, Columbia, MD 21045

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Market trends in Long Reach, MD

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

100.7%

0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$445K

$8K MoM

Avg. days on market

20d

5 days MoM

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This home has been nicely renovated inside and out. The home sits on the corner of Tamar Dr and Blue Pool. On the main level there is a living room/Dining room combo, a powder room. the kitchen and a great room. The galley type kitchen has granite...
countertops. SS appliances, and white cabinets. There are sliding glass doors off the great room that lead to the side yard that faces Tamar Dr. There are French doors in the dining room that lead to a partially fenced in patio that overlooks a sediment pond. Upstairs there are 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The master bedroom is a good size but the other 2 bedrooms are on the small side. The master bath has a double vanity and an oversized European style shower. The master bedroom closet is spacious but does not have any racks to hang cloths. The finished basement has a nice size rec room, a bedroom with an egress window and a closet, a full bath and the laundry room. There is a back to back 2 car detached garage.
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
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Sale history for 8961 Blue Pool

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #MDHW2042086

Aug 27, 2024

Sold

$525,000

$236/sq ft

Aug 3, 2024

Contingent

—

Jul 18, 2024

Listed

$550,000

$247/sq ft

Jul 2, 2024

Coming Soon

$550,000

$247/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1004268813

Apr 23, 2018

Sold

$435,000

$195/sq ft

Mar 26, 2018

Contingent

—

Dec 4, 2017

Listed

$425,000

$191/sq ft

+21

MRIS #HW10114479

Apr 23, 2018

Sold

$435,000

$195/sq ft

Mar 26, 2018

Pending

—

Feb 14, 2018

Price Changed

$191/sq ft

Feb 1, 2018

Price Changed

$197/sq ft

Dec 4, 2017

Listed

$202/sq ft

+21

BRIGHT MLS #1003733871

Dec 4, 2017

Listing Removed

—

Oct 27, 2017

Listed

$474,900

$213/sq ft

MRIS #HW9897069

Aug 10, 2017

Sold

$233,625

$105/sq ft

Jul 24, 2017

Pending

—

Jul 5, 2017

Relisted

—

Jun 12, 2017

Pending

—

May 18, 2017

Price Changed

$130/sq ft

May 12, 2017

Relisted

—

Apr 19, 2017

Pending

—

Mar 25, 2017

Listed

$149/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1000012448

Aug 14, 2017

Listing Removed

—

Aug 10, 2017

Sold

$233,625

$105/sq ft

Mar 25, 2017

Listed

$289,900

$130/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 31, 2002

Sold

$240,000

$108/sq ft

** Price available after signing in.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$8,062 (+8.3%)

$230,600 + $295,300

$525,900

2025

$7,446 (+9.0%)

$230,600 + $295,300

$525,900

2024

$6,829 (+11.6%)

2023

$6,117 (+19.2%)

2022

$5,131 (+4.9%)

$175,600 + $221,600

$397,200

2021

$4,889 (+5.6%)

2020

$4,629 (+0.5%)

2019

$4,605 (+6.6%)

$128,400 + $168,000

$296,400

2018

$4,319 (+0.9%)

2017

$4,281 (+5.8%)

$128,400 + $162,900

$291,300

2015

$4,045 (+4.0%)

$128,400 + $159,600

$288,000

2014

$3,890 (+4.0%)

2013

$3,742 (+2.7%)

2012

$3,644 (+3.3%)

2011

$3,529 (+4.1%)

2010

$3,388 (+43.3%)

2009

$2,364

Tax history for 8961 Blue Pool

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$8,062 (+8.3%)

$230,600 + $295,300

$525,900

2025

$7,446 (+9.0%)

$230,600 + $295,300

$525,900

2024

$6,829 (+11.6%)

2023

$6,117 (+19.2%)

2022

$5,131 (+4.9%)

$175,600 + $221,600

$397,200

2021

$4,889 (+5.6%)

2020

$4,629 (+0.5%)

2019

$4,605 (+6.6%)

$128,400 + $168,000

$296,400

2018

$4,319 (+0.9%)

2017

$4,281 (+5.8%)

$128,400 + $162,900

$291,300

2015

$4,045 (+4.0%)

$128,400 + $159,600

$288,000

2014

$3,890 (+4.0%)

2013

$3,742 (+2.7%)

2012

$3,644 (+3.3%)

2011

$3,529 (+4.1%)

2010

$3,388 (+43.3%)

2009

$2,364

*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

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,468 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,728

Year built

1972

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Howard County

APN

16 103209

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 4, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Other
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Concrete Driveway
Detached Garage

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# 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, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliances, Stove, Washer
Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Master Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Stall Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Fully Finished, Improved, Windows

Exterior

Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 500
Accessibility Features: Other
Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
Improvement Assessed Value: $295,300
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: T-1-11
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Replacement, Sliding

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

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $230,600

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,728
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 500
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Financial

Tax Information
County Tax: $4,472
Tax Assessed Value: $440,100
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $4,472

Assessments Information
Special Assessment Payment: Annually
Year Assessed: 2024

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: 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 Amenities: Basketball Courts, Bike Trail, Community Center, Fitness Center, Golf Course Membership Available, Jog/Walk Path, Pool Mem Avail, Tot Lots/Playground, Tennis Courts, Volleyball Courts
HOA Fee: $1,156.43
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually

School Information
School District Name: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM
School District Source: 3rd Party

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: 175 to Tamar, Left on Blue Pool.

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,728
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,468 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1972
Year Renovated: —
County: Howard County
APN: 16 103209

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 4, 2026

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Schools

Phelps Luck Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

7/10

Bonnie Branch Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi

7/10

Howard High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

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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

17% 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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$579,000 – $700,000

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
8964 Blue Pool, Columbia, MD 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1468 Sq. Ft.	$507,745
8985 Blue Pool, Columbia, MD - Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1608 Sq. Ft.	$532,936

Address	Redfin Estimate
8968 Blue Pool, Columbia, MD - Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1776 Sq. Ft.	$517,473
8960 Blue Pool, Columbia, MD 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1420 Sq. Ft.	$344,980

Address	Redfin Estimate
8981 Blue Pool, Columbia, MD 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1536 Sq. Ft.	$517,112
8969 Blue Pool, Columbia, MD 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1468 Sq. Ft.	$481,175

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