RARE FIND! Welcome home to this spacious 2481 sq. ft. one level rancher in Columbia, nestled on a beautiful corner lot, in walking distance to Thunder Hill Elementary and across from the Neighborhood Center. This renovated 4 bedroom, 2 full bath home has been meticulously maintained and is in perfect move-in condition. Endless upgrades include a new 30 yr. architectural roof (2021), HVAC (2019), new stainless steel appliances (2020), newer fence and sheds (2019), power flushed jet toilets (2013), LED lighting, freshly painted rooms, and professionally landscaped gardens with an underground sprinkler system. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout add character, and a newly refinished wood burning fireplace, with new interior, flashing, and chimney cap, with floor-to-ceiling brick surround, provides a natural focal point in the family room. The freshly painted family room with vaulted ceilings flows seamlessly into the living room, with a slider leading to a Trex deck in the fully fenced yard. Relax on the rear deck and enjoy your own private sanctuary in the peaceful landscaped gardens, with retaining walls, patio & brick walkways. The open kitchen features Corian countertops, SS appliances, a huge pantry with custom metal shelving, built-in microwave, ample cabinets, and recessed lighting. The kitchen opens to the dining room, adorned by chair rail, which provides a storage closet and slider to a second Trex deck with awning. The spacious owner's suite impresses with new hardwood flooring (2020), vaulted ceilings, ceiling fan, transom window, walk-in and second closet, and en-suite bathroom. Enjoy the soaking tub and walk-in shower with bench seat, custom tiled flooring and double vanity with upgraded counters in this lovely bathroom. A second expansive and freshly painted bedroom provides a huge walk-in closet, hardwoods, ceiling fan and pocket door to a full bath with walk-in shower and custom tilework throughout. Access to a large storage attic with pull-down stairs is located in this bedroom. 2 additional bedrooms with fresh paint and new carpet, 2 hallway linen closets, and a laundry room with utility sink, chest freezer, and plenty of cabinets and shelving complete this thoughtfully designed home. Storage galore in the garage with a work bench and shelving. A brick paver walkway leads from the rear yard to the covered front porch and stunning garden. Enjoy the perks of CPRA, with eligibility to pools, fitness centers, skating rinks, parks and community centers. Just steps from the Thunder Hill pool. Easy access to all major highways, 29, 100, I-95, the Columbia Town Center and Mall. This home is a must see!
Single-familyProperty Type
1971Year Built
10,235 sq ftLot Size
$258Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Stephanie Maric• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
•410-730-3456 (broker)
•columbia@longandfoster.com (broker)
Listed by Amy Pratt• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
•410-730-3456 (broker)
•columbia@longandfoster.com (broker)
Bought with Louise Jackson• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Fantastic opportunity to own 2,468 sf of totally renovated space (over $163,000 spent in renovations) and a gardeners delight that includes an inground sprinkler system! Great schools, proximal shopping and major roads to Baltimore and Washington.
Lot Features: Corner, Landscaping, Rear Yard, Trees/Wooded
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $183,500
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,481
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $4,431
Tax Assessed Value: $400,900
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $6,045
Assessments Information
Special Assessment Payment: Annually
Year Assessed: 2023
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), 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 Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Community Center, Jog/Walk Path, Pool Mem Avail, Tot Lots/Playground, Common Grounds, Bike Trail, Golf Course Membership Available, Basketball Courts
HOA Fee: $1,338.13
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
Cross Street: Thunder Hill Rd
Directions: Heading south on Broken Land Pkwy, Merge onto US-29 N. Exit Diamondback Drive. Left onto Mellenbrook Rd. Right onto Log Chain Rd. Property on LEFT.
Location Type: Corner Lot/Unit
Transportation: Commuter Lots less than 5 miles
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,481
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,235 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1971
Year Renovated: —
County: Howard County
APN: 16 078026
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 4, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Thunder Hill Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
7/10
Oakland Mills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
7/10
Oakland Mills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
6/10
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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
7/10 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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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$610,000 – $738,000
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