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Sold for $472,500
  • $472,500

    7489 Broken Staff, Columbia, MD 21045

    3beds
    2,168sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1979
    1,916 Square Feet Lot
    $474,100 Zestimate®
    $218/sqft
    $3,143 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $474,100

    $446,000 - $503,000

    $3,143/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    Recently updated 3-bedroom end-unit townhome offering 2 full baths and 2 half baths, ideally located within walking distance to Lake Elkhorn. Enjoy easy access to scenic walking paths, open green space, and a peaceful rear community setting. The front entrance features both a main door and a brand-new Pella glass sliding door, flooding the kitchen with natural light. Inside, the home has been thoughtfully updated with premium laminate flooring throughout, new cabinetry, and new appliances. The main living level is bright and open, featuring two additional new Pella sliding doors, all new windows, and a conveniently located powder room. Upstairs, you’ll find three bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with a private bath and walk-in closet, plus an additional full bathroom serving the secondary bedrooms. The fully finished basement continues the light-filled feel with two more Pella sliding doors, additional windows, a half bath, and brand-new laundry appliances—perfect for a rec room, office, or guest space. Major updates include a new roof (2026), fresh paint throughout, updated bathrooms, and more—making this home truly move-in ready.

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    Listed by:

    Chris McDonald 410-596-7910,

    Pearson Smith Realty, LLC

    Bought with:

    Bob Chew, 0225277244

    Samson Properties

    Melissa Lippy, 0225272684

    Samson Properties

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDHW2064428MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 782
    Heating
    • Heat Pump, Electric
    Cooling
    • Other
    Appliances
    • Included: Electric Water Heater
    Features
    • Basement: Full,Finished
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,346
    • Total interior livable area: 2,168 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,564
    • Finished area below ground: 604

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Parking Lot
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 1,916 sqft
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 1416144207
    • Zoning: NT
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Other
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Block
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1979

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Columbia
    • Subdivision: None Available

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • HOA fee: $40 monthly
    • Association name: LAKESIDE - DOCKSIDE

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/4/2026Sold$472,500-0.5%$218/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2064428 Report a problem
    4/4/2026Contingent$475,000$219/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2064428 Report a problem
    3/30/2026Price change$475,000-0.8%$219/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2064428 Report a problem
    3/12/2026Price change$479,000-1.2%$221/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2064428 Report a problem
    2/27/2026Listed for sale$485,000+26%$224/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2064428 Report a problem
    8/11/2025Sold$385,000$178/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025-- $339,200 +6.9%
    2024$3,572 +7.5%$317,200 +7.5%
    2023$3,324 +0.3%$295,200
    2022$3,314 +0.3%$295,200 +0.6%
    2021$3,304 +0.3%$293,467 +0.3%
    2020$3,295 +6.2%$292,600
    2019$3,103 -1.3%$292,600 +13.2%
    2018$3,143 -13.9%$258,467 +7.1%
    2017$3,651 +428%$241,400
    2016$692 $241,400
    2015$692 +2.5%$241,400 -1.5%
    2014$675 $245,000
    2013-- $245,000
    2012-- $245,000 -17.6%
    2011-- $297,300 +0.6%
    2010-- $295,626 +0.6%
    2009-- $293,863 +0.6%
    2008-- $292,100 +17.6%
    2007-- $248,352 +21.4%
    2006-- $204,606 +27.2%
    2005-- $160,860 +8.4%
    2004-- $148,422 +9.1%
    2003-- $135,986 +10.1%
    2002-- $123,550 +0.7%
    2001-- $122,716 +151.7%
    2000-- $48,750

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 21045

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    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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