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Sold for $460,000
  • $460,000

    9862 Softwater Way, Columbia, MD 21046

    4beds
    2,280sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1982
    1,481 Square Feet Lot
    $485,300 Zestimate®
    $202/sqft
    $3,159 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $485,300

    $461,000 - $510,000

    $3,159/mo

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    What's special

    OFFER DEADLINE, SATURDAY, JULY 17 at 11 PM. Open House Cancelled. Welcome to this beautiful, move-in ready 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath townhome in the highly desirable Hideaway in the Village of King Contrivance. Located on a premium lot backing to wooded preservation land, the townhome offers privacy and beautiful views. This spacious home boasts a beautiful eat-in, gourmet kitchen with updated 42-inch cabinetry, granite countertops, updated appliances, and a large pantry. The open concept dining and living room with crown molding detail is incredibly spacious and has a beautiful, updated sliding door that leads to the private deck where you can enjoy the sights and sounds of the Little Patuxent River. A powder room completes the main level. Ascend to the upper level where you will find a large primary suite with laminate flooring, walk-in closet, 2 additional closets, and an en-suite bath with granite-topped double vanity and stall shower. Also on this level are two generously sized bedrooms both with laminate flooring and an updated hall bath with shower/tub combo. The lower-level walkout basement is the perfect set up for in-law quarters, a guest suite, or roommate set up. The basement features a large 4th bedroom, updated full bath with stall shower, and a kitchenette with sink, refrigerator, microwave, and a hookup for an electric range. A large family room with a cozy wood burning fireplace is the perfect place to entertain with direct access to a private paver patio with the same beautiful views offered on the main level. The patio shed provides storage space for all your gardening tools. A walk-in laundry room completes the lower level. You can move right in with peace of mind knowing that the water heater (2020), HVAC (2010), and windows were all updated recently. A short walk down the street will connect you directly to the Patuxent Branch Trail with its miles of walking/hiking/biking trails and the Little Patuxent River. This home is a commuter's dream location just 4 miles to APL, 7 miles to Ft. Meade/Annapolis Junction (NSA), and Route 32, Route 29, and I-95. Easy commutes to either Baltimore or Washington, DC., and close to BWI and Amtrack/MARC. Minutes to the conveniences of downtown Columbia, the new Merriweather District, Merriweather Post Pavilion, and all that Howard County has to offer.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Beth Viscarra 301-980-0303,

    Cummings & Co. Realtors,

    Co-Listing Agent: Melissa Terlinsky 703-600-9981,

    Cummings & Co. Realtors

    Bought with:

    Liz Ancel, 631587

    Cummings & Co. Realtors

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDHW2029594MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 760
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: In Basement
    Features
    • Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchenette, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Other, Crown Molding
    • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
    • Windows: Double Pane Windows
    • Basement: Walk-Out Access
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,280
    • Total interior livable area: 2,280 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,520
    • Finished area below ground: 760

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Assigned, On Street
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    • Details: Assigned Parking
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Three
    • Stories: 3
    • Pool features: None
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Trees/Woods
    Lot
    • Size: 1,481 sqft
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 1416172111
    • Zoning: NT
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Slab
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1982

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Columbia
    • Subdivision: Kings Contrivance

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • HOA fee: $41 monthly
    • Association name: COLUMBIA ASSOCIATION

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,FHA,Conventional,VA Loan
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/3/2025Listing removed$3,200$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    5/6/2025Listed for rent$3,200$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    7/10/2023Sold$460,000+15%$202/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2029594 Report a problem
    6/18/2023Pending sale$399,990$175/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2029594 Report a problem
    6/15/2023Listed for sale$399,990+190.1%$175/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2029594 Report a problem
    12/27/1995Sold$137,900$60/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025-- $369,267 +5%
    2024$3,962 +5.2%$351,833 +5.2%
    2023$3,765 +3.8%$334,400
    2022$3,629 +3.9%$334,400 +7.8%
    2021$3,493 +4.1%$310,200 +4.1%
    2020$3,357 +1.7%$298,100
    2019$3,301 -5.8%$298,100 +3.4%
    2018$3,505 -17.1%$288,233 +1.7%
    2017$4,230 +468.4%$283,300 +2.8%
    2016$744 $275,667 +2.8%
    2015$744 +2.5%$268,033 +2.9%
    2014$726 $260,400
    2013-- $260,400
    2012-- $260,400 -11.1%
    2011-- $293,000 0%
    2010-- $293,030
    2009-- $293,030 -4.5%
    2008-- $306,820 +17.3%
    2007-- $261,670 +20.9%
    2006-- $216,520 +26.3%
    2005-- $171,370 +7.3%
    2004-- $159,720 +7.9%
    2003-- $148,070 +8.5%
    2002-- $136,420 +0.4%
    2001-- $135,896 +151%
    2000-- $54,140

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 21046

    Nearby schools

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    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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