Welcome to this lovingly maintained Colonial offering 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and three finished levels of spacious living in one of Ellicott City's most sought-after communities. A bright, open floor plan and thoughtful design create the perfect balance of comfort and functionality for everyday living and entertaining. A dramatic two-story foyer welcomes you inside and is flanked by elegant formal living and dining rooms adorned with classic accent molding. The chef's kitchen features abundant rich wood cabinetry, generous counter space, and a sunny breakfast area with sliding glass doors leading to the upper deck, perfect for enjoying morning coffee or outdoor dining. Just off the kitchen, the inviting family room showcases hardwood flooring, a charming bay window, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. A convenient laundry room and powder room complete the main level. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a relaxing retreat with a bay window sitting area, walk-in closet, and a luxurious en-suite bath featuring a soaking tub, separate shower, and dual-sink vanity. Three additional generously sized bedrooms and a full hall bathroom complete the upper level. The finished walkout lower level expands the living space with a large recreation room, a 5th bedroom, full bathroom, plus abundant storage. Step outside to a fully fenced backyard featuring multi-level decks overlooking an open view, an ideal setting for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying the outdoors. Perfectly located near major commuter routes, shopping, dining, parks, and entertainment, this exceptional home offers the ideal combination of space, comfort, and convenience.
Under contract
$785,000
8645 Open Meadow Way, Columbia, MD 21045
5beds
3,700sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1988
8,799 Square Feet Lot
$780,200 Zestimate®
$212/sqft
$15/mo HOA
What's special
Cozy wood-burning fireplaceFinished walkout lower levelOverlooking an open viewWalk-in closetDramatic two-story foyerAbundant storageBay window sitting area
- 29 days |
- 1,417 |
- 72 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jessica Jones 301-776-0211,
Northrop Realty 4105310321
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDHW2071022
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Laundry, Recreation Room, Utility Room, Bonus Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Attached Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 396 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 X 22
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 18
Dining room
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Chair Rail
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 12
Family room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 312 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 24
Foyer
- Features: Flooring - Laminate Plank
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 12
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Laminate Plank, Kitchen - Electric Cooking, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar
- Level: Main
- Area: 315 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 21
Laundry
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 66 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 11
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Laminated
- Level: Main
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 19
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Area: 980 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28 X 35
Utility room
- Features: Flooring - Concrete
- Level: Lower
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 18
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry, Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Dry Wall, 2 Story Ceilings
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Laminate
- Doors: Six Panel, Sliding Glass
- Windows: Bay/Bow, Double Hung, Double Pane Windows, Screens, Vinyl Clad
- Basement: Finished,Heated,Improved,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Rear Entrance,Walk-Out Access,Other,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Mantel(s)
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,018
- Total interior livable area: 3,700 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,700
- Finished area below ground: 1,000
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Concrete, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
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: 8,799 Square Feet
- Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1406507700
- Zoning: R12
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Permanent, Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Long Meadow
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $175 annually
Location
- Region: Columbia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $212/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $637,000
- Annual tax amount: $9,112
- Date on market: 7/23/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$780,200
$741,000 - $819,000
$4,171/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/6/2026 | Contingent | $785,000$212/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDHW2071022 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $785,000$212/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2071022 Report a problem | ||
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Neighborhood: 21045
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Waterloo Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi
- 7/10Bonnie Branch Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 5/10Long Reach High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 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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