Welcome to 5161 Scarecrow Ct, a beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2 full and 1 half bath home tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in the heart of Columbia featuring an oversize two car garage with four additional driveway parking spaces. This inviting residence combines modern upgrades with a serene, nature-filled setting, offering both comfort and peace of mind. Step inside to discover a light-filled freshly painted interior enhanced by newer Pella windows (2021) with UV protection coating and newer Pella sliding doors (2021) framing views of surrounding trees and open sky. The thoughtfully renovated kitchen boasts stainless steel Whirlpool appliances (2020), sleek quartz countertops, and a layout perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Bathrooms have been tastefully updated with matching tilework and quartz finishes, creating a cohesive and modern feel throughout. Major improvements include vinyl siding (2024); extensive electrical work including new service cable, new panel with surge protection and new receptacles as well as switches and more (2023); attic fan (2023); water heater (2020); and roof (2019). With its extensive updates, abundant natural light, and prime location in a peaceful, nature-rich community with access to nearby neighborhood trails, US 29, MD 100 and I-95 this home is the perfect blend of style, function, and tranquility."
Sold for $652,000
$652,000
5161 Scarecrow Ct, Columbia, MD 21045
4beds
1,968sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1972
7,659 Square Feet Lot
$654,400 Zestimate®
$331/sqft
$3,452 Estimated rent
Home value
$654,400
$615,000 - $694,000
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Thoughtfully renovated kitchenLight-filled freshly painted interiorAbundant natural lightSleek quartz countertopsOversize two car garage
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Listed by:
Bob Chew 410-995-9600,
Samson Properties,
Listing Team: The Bob And Ronna Group, Co-Listing Team: The Bob And Ronna Group,Co-Listing Agent: Brenda Yung 410-883-7633,
Samson Properties
Bought with:
Howard Lerner, BR98365553
Samson Properties
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDHW2064954
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Oven, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Attic, Dining Area, Open Floorplan, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,968
- Total interior livable area: 1,968 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,968
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Storage, Garage Faces Front, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: Community
Lot
- Size: 7,659 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1416106623
- Zoning: NT
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Columbia
- Subdivision: Oakland Mills
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $1,400 annually
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/30/2026 | Sold | $652,000+8.7%$331/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDHW2064954 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2026 | Pending sale | $600,000$305/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2064954 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $600,000+25%$305/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2064954 Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2020 | Sold | $480,000-1.8%$244/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2020 | Pending sale | $489,000+2.9%$248/sqft |
Source: Fortune Washington Realty Group LLC #MDHW286304 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2020 | Listed for sale | $475,000+24.2%$241/sqft |
Source: Fortune Washington Realty Group LLC #MDHW286304 Report a problem | ||
| 2/8/2008 | Sold | $382,500$194/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $459,267 +8.4% |
| 2024 | $4,772 +9.1% | $423,833 +9.1% |
| 2023 | $4,373 +7.3% | $388,400 |
| 2022 | $4,076 +7.9% | $388,400 +15.7% |
| 2021 | $3,779 +8.5% | $335,600 +8.5% |
| 2020 | $3,482 | $309,200 |
| 2019 | $3,482 -7.4% | $309,200 |
| 2018 | $3,760 -21% | $309,200 -3.8% |
| 2017 | $4,757 +369.2% | $321,400 +3.3% |
| 2016 | $1,014 | $311,233 +3.4% |
| 2015 | $1,014 +2.5% | $301,067 +3.5% |
| 2014 | $989 | $290,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $290,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $290,900 -14.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $341,100 +1.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $337,216 +1.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $333,303 +1.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $329,390 +12.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $292,892 +14.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $256,396 +16.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $219,900 +9.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $200,032 +11% |
| 2003 | -- | $180,166 +12.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $160,300 +1% |
| 2001 | -- | $158,742 +152.5% |
| 2000 | -- | $62,870 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 21045
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Thunder Hill Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Oakland Mills Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 5/10Oakland Mills High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 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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