Backup offers
$9,380 Closing Credit¹
#MDHW2052576, Nellie W Arrington, Listing Office: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
$899,000 List price
4256 Columbia Rd Ellicott City, MD 21042
$10,000
Closing credit¹
4 beds
3 full, 1 partial
3,399 sqft
1.0 acres
$264 / sqft
House
Property details
About 4256 Columbia Rd
Fantastic cape in sought-after Ellicott City neighborhood on just under 1 acre in the Centennial school district! Main level primary with cathedral ceilings and luxurious primary bath with oversized soaking tub and separate shower. Two generously sized upstairs bedrooms with a Jack and Jill bath. Skylights throughout flood the home with natural light. The floor plan is both inviting and open, and provides a great space to entertain. 4-year-old roof with 30 year shingles and 2 year old water heater! Owned solar panels provide efficiency and save money. Conveniently located close to commuter routes and BWI and close to Patapsco Park, Forest Hill tennis and pool club and all that Old Ellicott City has to offer!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingRadiant
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,399 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.96 Acres
Year built1937
ParkingInside Access, Paved Driveway, Attached Garage
MLS #MDHW2051770
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Inside Access, Paved Driveway, Attached Garage
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Radiant
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $899,000
- Price/SqFt: $264
- Annual Tax Amount: $6,545
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: 4256 Columbia Road, Ellicott City, MD, USA
- Year Built: 1937
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 3,399 SqFt
- Municipality: Ellicott City
- Lot Size: 0.96 Acres
- MLS Number: MDHW2051770
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Next Step Realty
- Office Phone: (443) 901-2200
- Office Email: jennifer@nextsteprealtymd.com
- Listing Agent: Kelly Schuit
- Agent Phone: (443) 901-2200
- Agent Email: kelly@thewhomegroup.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 08, 2018 | Home Sold | $570,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $635,867 | $6,545 |
| 2023 | $592,000 | $6,545 |
| 2022 | $581,267 | $6,545 |
| 2021 | $570,533 | $7,893 |
| 2020 | $559,800 | $8,458 |
| 2019 | $547,400 | $8,280 |
| 2018 | $535,000 | $5,910 |
| 2017 | $522,600 | $5,650 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Northfield Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.4 mi
•9125 Northfield Rd
5
Veterans Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.6 mi
•4355 Montgomery Rd
9
Worthington Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.6 mi
•4570 Roundhill Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $93,854. The majority of Ellicott City, MD residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
13%
<35k
41%
35k-100k
30%
100k-200k
16%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
48%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
25%
Married, No Kids
22%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
Men's Tennis
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Nordstrom
Bloomingdales
The Container Store
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
California Pizza Kitchen
Bonefish Grill
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Lexus
Cadillac
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
News
Alternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 4256 Columbia Rd
The listing price of 4256 Columbia Rd property is $899,000.
The property 4256 Columbia Rd is a house located in Ellicott City, Maryland, 21042.
Active Listing: 4256 Columbia Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 4256 Columbia Rd are: Northfield Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Veterans Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Worthington Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Dunloggin Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Ellicott Mills Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Burleigh Manor Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Howard High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Centennial High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Oakland Mills High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $6,545 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on November 8, 2018 for $570,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 4256 Columbia Rd has 4 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 4256 Columbia Rd is 3,399 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 4256 Columbia Rd is 1937.
This home is located at 4256 Columbia Rd in Ellicott City, MD and zip code 21042 in the Ellicott City neighborhood. This 3,399 square foot home, which was built in 1937, sits on a 0.96 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $899,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.