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Suburban lifestyle with Columbia amenities
In the 1960s, James Rouse developed Maryland’s first planned community consisting of 10 villages that would respect the natural landscape and promote the growth of its people. One of these villages is Hickory Ridge, a suburb with miles of walking trails and top-rated Howard County schools that’s just about as close as residents can get to the action in downtown Columbia. “It’s a bedroom community with nice amenities, as many people commute to either Washington, D.C. or Baltimore,” says Jill Lapides, a lifetime resident of Hickory Ridge and Realtor at Cummings & Co. with 22 years of experience in the Columbia area. “There are bicycle paths on all the main roads, making it an outdoorsy and friendly place to be.”
Retail shops line the walkable streets of Downtown Columbia’s Town Center.
Live music drifts through Downtown Columbia’s plazas and walkways.
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Cul-de-sacs with townhomes and secluded Colonial Revivals
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 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. These communities typically require a monthly HOA fee of around $200 to $300. Cape Cods, ranch-style homes, split-levels and Colonial Revivals – 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.
The Townhomes in Hickory Ridge all have their own unique style.
Larger, more secluded colonials are common types of housing found in Hickory Ridge.
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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.
The colorful & interactive exhibits at The Robinson Nature Center makes it fun to learn.
Hawthorn Park is a nice and quiet location to walk your dog.
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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-minus 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 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.
WIlde Lake Middle School in Wilde Lake teachers grades 6th-8th.
Atholton High School is ranked 5th amongst Howard County Public Schools.
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Shopping at Hickory Ridge Village Center
Each village in Columbia has its own 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.
Hickory Ridge Village Center is your one stop shop for all your daily essentials.
If you are looking for a bite to eat, look no further than the Columbia Mall in Hickory Ridge.
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Getting around town on U.S. 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. The RTA public bus system runs throughout Hickory Ridge. And the Baltimore/Washington International Airport is about 17 miles east. There are several Christian houses of worship in town, including Methodist, Adventist, Lutheran and Presbyterian denominations.
Baltimore/Washington International Airport is a 20-minute drive from the area.
The RTA bus system offers convenient service across Hickory Ridge.
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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, adding that Merriweather Post Pavilion, an outdoor concert venue, is also right there.
Lake Kittamaqundi, in Columbia Town Center, is a 27-acre man-made lake.
Merriweather Post Pavilion is a popular concert/event venue in Columbia, Maryland.
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Howard County Hospital South (Southbound)
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Freetown Rd & Springing Step
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Campus Dr & Hickory Ridge Rd (Southbound)
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Little Patuxent Pkwy & Pear Tree Way
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Hickory Ridge Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hickory Ridge, Columbia sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Hickory Ridge, Columbia over the last 12 months is $558,750, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Beautiful Colonial Home built in 2019 and in excellent condition. Upstairs features four generously sized bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with vaulted ceilings, a spa-inspired private bath with double vanity, walk-in shower, and his-and-her separate closets. Three additional bedrooms share a second full bath. A conveniently located upper-level laundry room includes an upgraded
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