Welcome to 5943 Gales Lane, a stunning Colonial nestled on a corner lot surrounded by mature trees. This residence boasts an impressive list of updates, including a new kitchen, deck, HVAC, hot water heater, and refinished hardwood floors. A welcoming foyer introduces the light-filled living and dining rooms, featuring access to the deck and anchored by a cozy fireplace with a beautiful wood surround. The renovated eat-in kitchen is a chef’s delight, showcasing crisp white soft-close cabinetry, quartz countertops, sleek stainless steel appliances, a bright breakfast room, and a separate walk-in pantry. A private office, powder room, mud/laundry room, and convenient garage access complete the main level. Upstairs, the primary bedroom offers hardwood floors, soaring cathedral ceilings, a walk-in closet, and an en-suite full bath. Three additional bedrooms, each with hardwood floors, along with a full hall bath, complete the upper level. The finished lower level features a spacious recreation room with 9-foot ceilings, walkout access to the yard, and a versatile unfinished area with a rough in, and potential for customization. No HOA or CPRA. Enjoy the perfect blend of privacy and convenience, with easy access to major commuter routes and all the shopping, dining, and cultural amenities that Columbia is known for. Some photos have been virtually staged.
Sold for $655,000
$655,000
5943 Gales Ln, Columbia, MD 21045
4beds
2,383sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1992
0.3 Acres Lot
$666,400 Zestimate®
$275/sqft
$3,632 Estimated rent
Home value
$666,400
$626,000 - $713,000
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Cozy fireplacePrivate officeRenovated eat-in kitchenRefinished hardwood floorsMature treesCathedral ceilingsHardwood floors
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Listed by:
Missy Aldave 410-409-5147,
Northrop Realty,
Co-Listing Agent: Currie A Hinz 443-545-4863,
Northrop Realty
Bought with:
Walter Peng, 612788
Smart Realty, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDHW2054012
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Basement, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Other, Office, Recreation Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Basement
- Features: Flooring - Concrete
- Level: Lower
- Area: 756 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28 x 27
Breakfast room
- Features: Breakfast Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Dining room
- Features: Dining Area, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 8
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop(s) - Quartz, Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 8
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Other, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 17
Office
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 45 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 x 9
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 378 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 21
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Refrigerator, Cooktop, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Area, Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Dry Wall, High Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s), Sliding Glass, Six Panel
- Windows: Screens, Vinyl Clad
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Partially Finished,Heated,Improved,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Screen, Glass Doors
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,048
- Total interior livable area: 2,383 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,032
- Finished area below ground: 351
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
- Features: Backs to Trees, Flag Lot, Front Yard, SideYard(s), Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1406520987
- Zoning: R12
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1992
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Columbia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $275/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $586,100
- Annual tax amount: $8,480
- Date on market: 7/24/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/12/2025 | Sold | $655,000-3%$275/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDHW2054012 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2025 | Contingent | $675,000$283/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2054012 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $675,000+66.3%$283/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2054012 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2015 | Sold | $406,000-4.5%$170/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2015 | Pending sale | $425,000$178/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX ADVANTAGE REALTY #HW8618201 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2015 | Listed for sale | $425,000$178/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX ADVANTAGE REALTY #HW8618201 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2015 | Pending sale | $425,000$178/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX ADVANTAGE REALTY #HW8618201 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2015 | Price change | $425,000-4.9%$178/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX ADVANTAGE REALTY #HW8618201 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2014 | Listed for sale | $447,000+6.4%$188/sqft |
Source: First Trust Realty LLC #HW8502503 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2013 | Sold | $420,000-1.2%$176/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/17/2013 | Listed for sale | $425,000-5.3%$178/sqft |
Source: Long and Foster #HW7992311 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2012 | Listing removed | $449,000$188/sqft |
Source: Long and Foster #HW7838388 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2012 | Price change | $449,000-2.4%$188/sqft |
Source: Long and Foster #HW7838388 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2012 | Price change | $460,000-3.2%$193/sqft |
Source: Long and Foster #HW7838388 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2012 | Listed for sale | $475,000$199/sqft |
Source: Long and Foster #HW7838388 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $586,100 +9.2% |
| 2024 | $6,041 +10.2% | $536,500 +10.2% |
| 2023 | $5,482 +11.3% | $486,900 +11.3% |
| 2022 | $4,924 +2.1% | $437,300 +2.1% |
| 2021 | $4,822 +2.2% | $428,200 +2.2% |
| 2020 | $4,719 +2.2% | $419,100 +2.2% |
| 2019 | $4,617 -5.7% | $410,000 +1.8% |
| 2018 | $4,896 -18.1% | $402,600 -1.8% |
| 2017 | $5,981 | $410,000 +5.7% |
| 2016 | -- | $387,800 +1.5% |
| 2015 | -- | $382,100 +1.5% |
| 2014 | -- | $376,400 +1.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $370,700 |
| 2012 | -- | $370,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $370,700 -11.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $417,000 -6.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $446,922 +7.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $415,446 +8.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $383,970 +13.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $337,730 +15.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $291,490 +18.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $245,250 +4.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $234,982 +4.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $224,716 +4.8% |
| 2001 | -- | $214,450 +154.1% |
| 2000 | -- | $84,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 21045
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Stevens Forest Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Oakland Mills Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 5/10Oakland Mills High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 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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