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  • $565,000

    5238 Lightfoot Path, Columbia, MD 21044

    4beds
    2,470sqft
    : 
    Townhouse
    Built in 1991
    2,470 Square Feet Lot
    $536,800 Zestimate®
    $229/sqft
    $84/mo HOA

    What's special

    Welcome to 5238 Lightfoot Path, a beautifully updated and spacious 4‑bedroom, 3.5‑bath end‑unit townhome in the highly desirable Harper’s Choice community. Offering more than 2,400 sq ft of finished living space, this home features thoughtful upgrades throughout, including a renovated kitchen, updated owner’s suite closet and bath, new carpet, and fresh paint. The main level boasts an open, sun‑filled layout with hardwood floors, a large living and dining area anchored by a wood‑burning fireplace, and a modern gourmet kitchen complete with quartz countertops, updated stainless‑steel appliances, a custom island, and abundant cabinet space. A convenient half bath completes this level. Upstairs, the generous owner’s suite impresses with a vaulted ceiling, spacious walk‑in closet, and an updated bath with an oversized shower. Two additional bedrooms and a full hall bath round out the upper level. The fully finished entry level offers exceptional versatility, featuring a large recreation room with a second wood‑burning fireplace, plus an additional bedroom and full bath—perfect for guests, a home office, or extended living space. Outdoor living shines with an expansive private deck overlooking mature trees and the Hobbit’s Glen Golf Course fairways to the west, with steps leading down to a charming brick patio. The roof was replaced in 2020. Enjoy easy access to walking paths, Cedar Lane Park, the Columbia Dog Park, village centers, shopping, dining, and major commuter routes. Zoned for the highly rated Clarksville Elementary School, this home delivers modern comfort, generous space, and an unbeatable Columbia location. Move‑in ready and beautifully updated—don’t miss this one.
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: April 01, 2026 at 09:12am

    Listed by:

    Joe Hawkins 410-413-3575,

    Hawkins Real Estate Company 2407932485

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDHW2066400MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Heat Pump, Electric
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Cooktop, Washer, Water Heater
      • Laundry: Lower Level
      Features
      • Has basement: No
      • Number of fireplaces: 2
      • Fireplace features: Glass Doors, Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,470
      • Total interior livable area: 2,470 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,470
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Free, General Common Elements, Parking Lot
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Three
      • Stories: 3
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 2,470 Square Feet
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 1415093706
      • Zoning: NT
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Townhouse
      • Architectural style: Colonial
      • Property subtype: Townhouse
      Materials
      • Brick Front, Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • Very Good
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1991

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Harpers Choice
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Snow Removal, Trash
      • HOA fee: $1,012 annually
      Location
      • Region: Columbia

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $229/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $481,933
      • Annual tax amount: $6,873
      • Date on market: 4/15/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
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        Estimated market value

        $536,800

        $510,000 - $564,000

        $3,345/mo

        Price history

        Price history
        DateEventPrice
        1/15/2020Sold$345,000-3.4%$140/sqft
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        12/1/2019Pending sale$357,050$145/sqft
        Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #MDHW271416 Report a problem
        11/24/2019Price change$357,050-3.5%$145/sqft
        Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #MDHW271416 Report a problem
        10/17/2019Listed for sale$370,000+15.6%$150/sqft
        Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #MDHW271416 Report a problem
        10/13/2018Listing removed$2,500$1/sqft
        Source: Focus Realty Services Report a problem
        10/5/2018Listed for rent$2,500$1/sqft
        Source: Focus Realty Services Report a problem
        7/29/2009Sold$320,000+70.2%$130/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        4/22/1999Sold$188,000$76/sqft
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        Public tax history

        Public tax history
        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025-- $446,767 +8.5%
        2024$4,635 +2.1%$411,600 +2.1%
        2023$4,541 +2.1%$403,300 -2%
        2022$4,448 +2.1%$411,600 +6.4%
        2021$4,354 +1.3%$386,700 +1.3%
        2020$4,298 +1.3%$381,700 -1.3%
        2019$4,242 -6.2%$386,700 +4%
        2018$4,520 -17.1%$371,700
        2017$5,452 +348.3%$371,700 +2.6%
        2016$1,216 $362,367 +1.3%
        2015$1,216 +1.5%$357,700 +1.5%
        2014$1,198 $352,433 +1.5%
        2013-- $347,167 +1.5%
        2012-- $341,900
        2011-- $341,900
        2010-- $341,900 -21.8%
        2009-- $437,490 +11.7%
        2008-- $391,520 +13.3%
        2007-- $345,550 +15.3%
        2006-- $299,580 +13.3%
        2005-- $264,482 +15.3%
        2004-- $229,386 +18.1%
        2003-- $194,290
        2002-- $194,290
        2001-- $194,290 +148.4%
        2000-- $78,220

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        BuyAbility℠ payment

        Est. payment
        $3,385/mo
        Principal & interest
        $2783
        Property taxes
        $518
        HOA Fees
        $84
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          Climate risks

          Neighborhood: 21044

          Getting around

          24 / 100
          Car-Dependent
          28 / 100
          Some Transit
          38 / 100
          Somewhat Bikeable

          Nearby schools

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          Schools provided by the listing agent
          • District: Howard County Public Schools

          Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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