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Off market jul 2020 for $400K

$531,179

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,722/mo

•

1,940

sq ft

4685 Columbia Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21042

About this home

Beautifully updated townhome boasts new flooring, upgraded kitchen, baths, roof, windows, sliding doors, water heater and more! The bright and airy open concept main level includes a living room and dining rooms with gleaming Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, recessed lighting, bay window and a fresh neutral color palette. The completely remodeled kitchen features granite counters, 42 inch cabinets, stainless appliances, ceramic tile flooring, ample table space with access to the expansive deck. Soaring vaulted ceilings highlight the owners suite with a spacious loft, extended closets, plus a remodeled full bath complete with a glass enclosed shower with decorative tile detail, built in seating with a rainfall shower head. Two additional bedrooms and an updated full bath complete the upper level. The walkout basement provides a large family room with a cozy fireplace in a black slate surround and offers access to the custom stone patio and privacy fenced backyard. You wont want to miss this spectacular home!

TownhomeProperty Type

1989Year Built

$274Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Paul Bae • Northrop Realty

•410-531-0321 (broker)

Bought with Sean Der • Alpha Realty, LLC.

•410-680-2110 (broker)

•diana.alpharealty@gmail.com (broker)

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #MDHW281360

Redfin Estimate

$531,179

$131K since sold in July 2020$7,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 3.3% higher than the average sale price ($514K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD BY REDFIN AUG 17, 2026
$545,000
A
3 beds3 baths1,952 sq ft
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SOLD SEP 29, 2026
$456,000
B
3 beds3.5 baths1,840 sq ft
4775 Leyden Way, Ellicott City, MD 21042
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$566,000
C
3 beds3 baths1,884 sq ft
4716 Rams Horn Row, Ellicott City, MD 21042
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$475,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,152 sq ft
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SOLD BY REDFIN JUN 12, 2026
$485,000
E
3 beds3.5 baths1,918 sq ft
4708 Leyden Way, Ellicott City, MD 21042
SOLD MAR 31, 2026
$558,100
F
3 beds3.5 baths1,952 sq ft
4750 Rams Horn Row, Ellicott City, MD 21042

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Market trends in Dorsey Search, MD

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.7%

+0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$744K

$188K MoM

Avg. days on market

34d

9 days MoM

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2 MoM

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Town-home located in a town-home cul-de-sac community. Well maintained with modern original features throughout. Main level includes kitchen to the back. Upstairs bedrooms are smaller sized. Master bedroom includes loft providing additional...
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Sale history for 4685 Columbia Rd

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #MDHW281360

Jul 24, 2020

Sold

$400,000

$206/sq ft

Jun 30, 2020

Pending

—

Jun 25, 2020

Listed

$385,000

$198/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1004694144

May 26, 2010

Sold

$319,000

$164/sq ft

Mar 11, 2010

Listing Removed

—

Jan 23, 2010

Listed

$319,900

$165/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 26, 2006

Sold

$350,000

$180/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 5, 1996

Sold

$159,900

$82/sq ft

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,875 (+4.8%)

2025

$6,563 (+4.8%)

2024

$6,263 (+5.6%)

2023

$5,932 (+5.5%)

$180,000 + $234,700

$414,700

2022

$5,621 (+4.5%)

2021

$5,380 (+2.2%)

2020

$5,265 (+1.9%)

$150,000 + $199,500

$349,500

2019

$5,168 (+6.7%)

2018

$4,843 (+3.7%)

$111,600 + $217,700

$329,300

2017

$4,670 (+7.1%)

2015

$4,359

$111,600 + $183,800

$295,400

2014

$4,359 (−5.8%)

2013

$4,627 (+2.8%)

2012

$4,500 (+2.8%)

2011

$4,379 (+0.5%)

2010

$4,355 (+39.5%)

2009

$3,123

Tax history for 4685 Columbia Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,875 (+4.8%)

2025

$6,563 (+4.8%)

2024

$6,263 (+5.6%)

2023

$5,932 (+5.5%)

$180,000 + $234,700

$414,700

2022

$5,621 (+4.5%)

2021

$5,380 (+2.2%)

2020

$5,265 (+1.9%)

$150,000 + $199,500

$349,500

2019

$5,168 (+6.7%)

2018

$4,843 (+3.7%)

$111,600 + $217,700

$329,300

2017

$4,670 (+7.1%)

2015

$4,359

$111,600 + $183,800

$295,400

2014

$4,359 (−5.8%)

2013

$4,627 (+2.8%)

2012

$4,500 (+2.8%)

2011

$4,379 (+0.5%)

2010

$4,355 (+39.5%)

2009

$3,123

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

—

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2,000 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,876

Year built

1989

Style

Townhouse

County

Howard County

APN

02 332353

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 4, 2026.

R-SC

Residential Single Cluster District

The R-SC District is established to provide the opportunity for clustering of single-family detached and attached dwellings to promote sensitive use for the land as well as to provide compatibility with other residential districts.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Educational/school
Fire house
Recreation
Communications tower

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
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Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Icemaker, Refrigerator, Stove, Dryer - Front Loading, Energy Efficient Appliances, ENERGY STAR Clothes Washer, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Electric, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Water Dispenser, Water Heater
Door Features: Six Panel, Sliding Glass, Storm
Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminated, Vinyl, Concrete
Interior Features: Breakfast Area, CeilngFan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space, Master Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, High, Vaulted Ceilings

Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Loft, Storage Room
Laundry Type: Lower Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Screen, Other, Wood

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Connecting Stairway, Daylight, Full, Full, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Partially Finished, Sump Pump, Walkout Level

Exterior

Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 720
Accessibility Features: Other
Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
Improvement Assessed Value: $199,500
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick Front, Combination
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
Roof: Unknown
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse
Window Features: Bay/Bow, Double Pane, Screens, Vinyl Clad, Transom

Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting
Fencing: Privacy, Rear, Wood

Lot Information
Lot Features: Landscaping
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $150,000

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,440
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 220
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 500
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
County Tax: $3,783
Tax Assessed Value: $342,767
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Annual Amount: $5,185

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Programmable Thermostat
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump(s), Programmable Thermostat
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: 60+ Gallon Tank, Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Location

Homeowners Association Information
HOA Fee: $67
HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
Other Fees: $1,142.51
Other Fees Frequency: Annually

School Information
Elementary School: CALL SCHOOL BOARD
Middle Or Junior School: CALL SCHOOL BOARD
High School: CALL SCHOOL BOARD
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
Directions: From US-29 south toward Columbia/Washington, take exit 21B and then take ramp right for MD-108 West toward Clarksville. Turn right onto Columbia Rd.
Municipality: Unincorporated

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,876
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2,000 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1989
Year Renovated: —
County: Howard County
APN: 02 332353

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 4, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Northfield Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

8/10

Dunloggin Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

8/10

Wilde Lake High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi

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, 16 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

15% 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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Ellicott City, MD • 21042

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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$505,000 – $611,000

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Home values near 4685 Columbia Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
4711 Columbia Rd, Ellicott City, MD 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$546,009
4717 Columbia Rd, Ellicott City, MD - Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 1452 Sq. Ft.	$491,297

Address	Redfin Estimate
4713 Columbia Rd, Ellicott City, MD 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1640 Sq. Ft.	$508,465
4719 Columbia Rd, Ellicott City, MD - Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1452 Sq. Ft.	$493,541

Address	Redfin Estimate
4715 Columbia Rd, Ellicott City, MD 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$507,308
4667 Columbia Rd, Ellicott City, MD 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$546,167

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