Beautiful brick-front colonial tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in one of Columbia’s most sought-after communities! This spacious home features thoughtful updates throughout, including a remodeled kitchen and bathrooms, and offers an ideal blend of comfort, style, and functionality. The main level showcases rich wood flooring, accent molding, and recessed lighting, with formal living and dining rooms, and a cozy family room that opens to an expansive deck—perfect for indoor-outdoor living. The remodeled gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream, boasting an oversized island breakfast bar with pendant lighting, granite countertops, tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances including dual wall ovens. Upstairs, the primary suite impresses with a walk-in closet and a luxurious spa-inspired bathroom featuring a dual granite vanity, a soaking tub, and an oversized frameless glass shower. A second bedroom adjoins the primary suite, offering flexible use as a nursery, office, or private sitting room. Three additional bedrooms and a full hall bath complete the upper level. The finished lower level provides a spacious recreation room and a large storage area with a bath rough-in—ready to customize to suit your needs. Enjoy outdoor living on the expansive deck with built-in seating, and take advantage of the prime location near major commuter routes, as well as abundant shopping, dining, and entertainment options.
Sold for $775,000
$775,000
11621 Dark Fire Way, Columbia, MD 21044
5beds
2,725sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1988
9,756 Square Feet Lot
$783,600 Zestimate®
$284/sqft
$3,974 Estimated rent
Home value
$783,600
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Listed by:
Martin Willigan 443-474-2545,
Northrop Realty
Bought with:
Alexandra Ryan, 670018
Northrop Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDHW2049014
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Walk-In Closet(s), Attached Bathroom, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Chair Rail, Crown Molding
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 13
Foyer
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Crown Molding
- Level: Main
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 7
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Granite Counters, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar
- Level: Main
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 13
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Crown Molding
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Area: 450 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25 x 18
Storage room
- Features: Flooring - Concrete
- Level: Lower
- Area: 357 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 17
Utility room
- Features: Flooring - Concrete
- Level: Lower
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 8
Heating
- Heat Pump, Forced Air, Programmable Thermostat, Electric
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Molding, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Dry Wall
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Concrete
- Doors: Atrium, Six Panel
- Windows: Double Hung, Double Pane Windows, Screens, Vinyl Clad
- Basement: Heated,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Concrete,Rough Bath Plumb,Sump Pump,Windows
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,613
- Total interior livable area: 2,725 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,425
- Finished area below ground: 300
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Concrete, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 9,756 sqft
- Features: Front Yard, Landscaped, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1415085452
- Zoning: NT
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Brick Front
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Main Entrance Lock
Location
- Region: Columbia
- Subdivision: Hickory Ridge
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $1,696 annually
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/30/2025 | Sold | $775,000+3.3%$284/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDHW2049014 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2025 | Pending sale | $750,000$275/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2049014 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2025 | Listing removed | $750,000$275/sqft |
Source:  Long & Foster Broker Feed #MDHW2049014 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $750,000+66.7%$275/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2049014 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2017 | Sold | $450,000-2.2%$165/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2017 | Pending sale | $459,900$169/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Ellicott City Enchanted Forest #HW9984990 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2017 | Price change | $459,900-2.1%$169/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Ellicott City Enchanted Forest #HW9984990 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2017 | Price change | $469,900-2.1%$172/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Ellicott City Enchanted Forest #HW9984990 Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2017 | Price change | $479,900-2%$176/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Ellicott City Enchanted Forest #HW9984990 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2017 | Listed for sale | $489,500$180/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage #HW9984990 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $574,500 +3.3% |
| 2024 | $6,262 +6.8% | $556,100 +6.8% |
| 2023 | $5,863 +6.7% | $520,733 -7.8% |
| 2022 | $5,497 +8.5% | $564,500 +25.4% |
| 2021 | $5,067 +1.8% | $450,000 +1.8% |
| 2020 | $4,977 +1.8% | $442,000 -1.8% |
| 2019 | $4,887 -5.7% | $450,000 +5.6% |
| 2018 | $5,180 -16.5% | $426,000 |
| 2017 | $6,202 +368.2% | $426,000 |
| 2016 | $1,325 | $426,000 -8.2% |
| 2015 | $1,325 +2.5% | $463,900 +2.7% |
| 2014 | $1,293 | $451,533 +2.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $439,167 +2.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $426,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $426,800 |
| 2010 | -- | $426,800 -18.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $521,190 +12% |
| 2008 | -- | $465,216 +13.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $409,243 +15.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $353,270 +9.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $321,676 +10.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $290,083 +12.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $258,490 +4.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $247,376 +4.7% |
| 2001 | -- | $236,263 +162.3% |
| 2000 | -- | $90,060 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 21044
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Swansfield Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 6/10Harpers Choice Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 6/10Wilde Lake High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Howard County Public School System
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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- 11621 Dark Fire Way
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