Hickory Ridge
Cul-de-sacs with townhomes and secluded colonials
Hickory Ridge residents can walk along the shaded sidewalks or drive the quiet residential streets – many ending in cul-de-sacs – to reach their townhomes or single-family dwellings. On the lower price end, 1,000- to 3,000-square-foot condos, apartments and townhomes, some complexes with contemporary architecture and others featuring decorative stone or contrasting vinyl coloring to differentiate each unit, typically cost between $225,000 and $650,000. Cape Cods, ranch homes, Split levels and colonials – many with front yard space and fenced-in backyards – can range between 2,000 and 3,000 square feet in size and from $400,000 to $800,000 in price. More spacious colonial and new traditional homes on larger lots, secluded in the woods, can cost upwards of $1.2 million.
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Nature walks and swimming at Hawthorn
As developer James Rouse planned it, there are plenty of ways for residents to enjoy the outdoors. “There are thousands of miles of walking trails and biking paths throughout Columbia,” says Lapides. “I walk from Hickory Ridge to downtown Columbia all the time.” Nature enthusiasts can learn all about the local ecosystem at Robinson’s Nature Center, an educational facility located on 18 acres of land that borders the Middle Patuxent Environmental Area, a wildlife preserve with trails featuring nearly 150 species of birds and more than 40 species of mammals. Centrally located, Hawthorn Park offers a playground and swimming pool for local members. “Each village has their own swimming team because most have their own pools,” Lapides adds.
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Howard County schools ace the Niche test
Students living in Hickory Ridge can begin their public school education at Clemens Crossing Elementary School, which Niche grades an A and ranks in the top 6% of best elementary schools in Maryland. Learners can advance to a 13-1 student-teacher ratio at Wilde Lake Middle School, which receives an A-minus grade from Niche, before graduating from Atholton High School. Niche grades this school an A-plus and ranks it among the top 6% of best high schools for college preparation and the top 9% of best high schools for athletes in the state. Howard Community College – located at the village’s north side – is the No. 2 best community college in Maryland, according to Niche.
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Hickory Ridge Village Shopping Center
Each village in Columbia has its own local shopping center, Hickory Ridge Village Center being the one for its namesake. There, residents can grab groceries at Giant, fill up their tanks at the gas station, run errands at the shops and dine on hibachi at Koto Sake Japanese Steak House & Sushi. For more shopping and dining options, locals can skip a village over to Town Center where there’s The Mall in Columbia or to the downtown area itself. “Columbia is going through a renaissance of growth, and one area that’s really developing is the restaurant scene in the downtown area,” Lapides says.
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Getting around town on Route 29 and the RTA
Residents can easily hop onto U.S. Route 29, which runs along the east side and connects to major thoroughfares like Interstates 70 and 95. For those without convenient vehicle access, the RTA public bus system picks up throughout Hickory Ridge. And the Baltimore/Washington International Airport is about 17 miles to the east. For those looking for a place to worship, there are several Christian options within town, including Methodist, Adventist, Lutheran and Presbyterian denominations.Columbia lake life and Merriweather concerts
“People who live in Hickory Ridge are considered to live in inner Columbia,” Lapides says. Being so close to the energy of downtown opens the doors for a more dynamic lifestyle outside of the suburbs. “We’re close to Columbia’s two manmade lakes: Wilde Lake and Lake Kittamaqundi, where there are beautiful paths around the water,” she says. “And the Merriweather Post Pavilion is right there, where famous musicians come and play at the outdoor venue all summer.”
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Camilla Cornwell
Camilla Cornwell
Compass
(240) 363-0862
35 Total Sales
2 in Hickory Ridge
$550K - $565K Price Range
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Michael Soper
Michael Soper
Responds QuicklyNext Step Realty
(667) 213-1153
131 Total Sales
1 in Hickory Ridge
$435,000 Price
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Melanie Clark
Melanie Clark
Compass
(240) 558-6543
69 Total Sales
1 in Hickory Ridge
$192,000 Price
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Bernadette Cole
Bernadette Cole
Exit Landmark Realty
(240) 654-0913
57 Total Sales
1 in Hickory Ridge
$670,000 Price
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Erica Washington
Erica Washington
Coldwell Banker Realty
(667) 218-4508
113 Total Sales
1 in Hickory Ridge
$700,000 Price
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Katie Bocock
Katie Bocock
Compass
(301) 381-3207
81 Total Sales
2 in Hickory Ridge
$422K - $570K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Hawthorn Park
- Basketball
- Pool
- Playground
Holiday Hills Park
Swansfield Playground
- Basketball
- Pool
- Playground
Martin Road Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Robinson's Nature Center
- Lake
- Trails
- Nature Center
Green Meadow Playground
- Basketball
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Hickory Ridge | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Hickory Ridge Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hickory Ridge, Columbia sell after 65 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Hickory Ridge, Columbia over the last 12 months is $300,000, down 43% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$324,750
Median Sale Price
$300,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$380,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$370,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$262,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
182
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-43%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$277
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,946
Number of Homes for Sale
14
Median Year Built
1985
Months of Supply
0.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,252
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,708
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
857
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,503
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 210am - 12pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,545 - $3,250 per month
- Clarys Crossing
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 695+ Sq Ft
- 11311 Little Patuxent Pkwy
- Columbia, MD
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
16,610
Median Age
42
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$128,834
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$150,494
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.6%
College Graduates
68.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
37.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
15''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
43
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
47
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
28
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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