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.
Coming soon 04/15
$565,000
5238 Lightfoot Path, Columbia, MD 21044
4beds
2,470sqft
Est.:
Townhouse
Built in 1991
2,470 Square Feet Lot
$536,800 Zestimate®
$229/sqft
$84/mo HOA
What's special
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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#: MDHW2066400
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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
Estimated market value
$536,800
$510,000 - $564,000
$3,345/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/15/2020 | Sold | $345,000-3.4%$140/sqft |
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| 12/1/2019 | Pending sale | $357,050$145/sqft |
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| 11/24/2019 | Price change | $357,050-3.5%$145/sqft |
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| 10/17/2019 | Listed for sale | $370,000+15.6%$150/sqft |
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| 10/13/2018 | Listing removed | $2,500$1/sqft |
Source: Focus Realty Services Report a problem | ||
| 10/5/2018 | Listed for rent | $2,500$1/sqft |
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| 7/29/2009 | Sold | $320,000+70.2%$130/sqft |
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| 4/22/1999 | Sold | $188,000$76/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax 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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Est. payment
$3,385/mo
Principal & interest
$2783
Property taxes
$518
HOA Fees
$84
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 21044
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Clarksville Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.1 mi
- 6/10Harpers Choice Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Wilde Lake High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
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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