$567,302Average Value$234Average Price per Sq Ft17Homes For Sale
Suburban village in southern Columbia
Kings Contrivance features oak tree-lined streets, lush community green spaces and award-winning schools tucked among Columbia’s extensive trail system. “This is one of my favorite neighborhoods in Columbia,” says Brian Pakulla, a Realtor with Re/Max Advantage Realty who has been selling homes in the area for over 25 years. “When it was developed, it was spread out nicely. There’s a shopping center, lots of mature woods and direct access to Interstate 95.” The community is the southernmost village of Columbia, and I-95 provides access to Baltimore, Washington, D.C. and beyond.
Kings Contrivance has three subdivisions.
Kings Contrivance is a beautiful neighborhood in Columbia.
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Traditional single-family homes with large lots
Kings Contrivance consists of three neighborhoods: Macgill’s Common, Huntington and Dickinson. Macgill’s Common sits above Route 32 and is the village’s first neighborhood. Homebuyers in this area can find traditional Colonial Revival and ranch-style homes built throughout the 1950s to 1970s for around $475,000 to $775,000. Huntington and Dickinson are south of Route 32 and feature split-level, Colonial Revival and ranch-style estates built around the 1980s. Prices in these two neighborhoods range from about $500,000 for a four-bedroom split-level home to $900,000 for a five-bedroom Colonial Revival estate. Mature trees and an average lot size of just under half an acre offer residents plenty of privacy. Homebuyers can also find townhomes scattered throughout the village, with prices starting at about $285,000 for a two-bedroom and reaching $540,000 for a three-bedroom.
Split-levels are a very common home style in Kings Contrivance.
Kings Contrivance range from big to small houses.
Kings Contrivance has beautiful yards.
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Explore neighborhood parks and an expansive trail system
All three neighborhoods in Kings Contrivance have a community green space with a playground, sports courts and an outdoor pool. Over 114 miles of trails connect the villages of Columbia, including the Patuxent Branch Trail. Residents can walk, run or bike along the paved path, which runs parallel to Little Patuxent River and connects to Lake Elkhorn.
Lake Elkhorn park, near King's Contrivance, allows catch and release fishing.
Patuxent Branch Trail in Kings Contrivance is a great spot to get outdoors time.
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Kids attend the top-rated school district in Maryland
Children in the area attend the Howard County Public School District, which earned an A-plus from Niche and was ranked the best school district in Maryland. Kids in the village begin their education at Atholton Elementary School, Hammond Elementary School or Gorman Crossing Elementary School. All three elementary schools are rated an A. Older kids attend Oakland Mills Middle School or Murray Hill Middle School, both of which earned an A-minus. Teens attend the A-minus-rated Oakland Mills High School or A-rated Hammond High School. The district offers several career academies offering teens hands-on experience in accounting, biotechnology, computer programming and more.
Kings Contrivance is home to Atholton Elementary.
Oakland Mills High School in Kings Contrivance is home of the Scorpions.
Oakland Mills Middle School in Kings Contrivance helps students excel.
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Events hosted by the Kings Contrivance Community Association
The Kings Contrivance Community Association hosts community events at Amherst House, located in the Kings Contrivance Village Center. “Our Halloween event is very popular, we usually have over 300 people,” says Beverly Myers, the Village Manager of Kings Contrivance. “We also have pool parties for the residents at the Dickinson Pool.” Residents are about 6 miles south of Meriweather Post Pavilion, an outdoor amphitheater and popular concert venue.
Swing by the Community Association in Kings Contrivance.
The Community Association in Kings Contrivance is a great place to rent a space for a party.
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Interstate 95 provides access to Washington, D.C.
Kings Contrivance is just west of Interstate 95. “That makes commutes to Washington, D.C. and nearby cities a breeze,” Pakulla says. Residents are about 25 miles north of the district and 20 miles south of Baltimore. The Regional Transportation Agency of Central Maryland provides local bus service to the community, and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport is about 20 miles northeast.
Hop onto I-95 to get where you need to go fast in Kings Contrivance.
Hop on the local bus in Kings Contrivance to get to downtown Columbia.
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The Kings Contrivance Village Center and upscale restaurant
The Kings Contrivance Village Center is less than 3 miles from most homes. Residents can pick up groceries at Harris Teeter or head to Trattoria E Pizzeria Da Enrico and enjoy authentic Italian dishes in their homestyle dining room. Not to be confused with the village itself, The Kings Contrivance Restaurant offers a fine dining experience. “It’s a cool spot; it used to be the Kings Contrivance Inn,” says Pakulla. “The restaurant is inside this historic mansion on acres of land, and they serve American fare.”
Kings Contrivance Village Center has great shopping.
Pick up your produce at Harris Teeter in Kings Contrivance.
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Access to John Hopkins Howard County General Hospital
John Hopkins Howard County General Hospital is about 7 miles northwest of Kings Contrivance. The hospital includes a Primary Stroke Center and is designated as a Perinatal Referral Center.
If you need to go the hospital you can go to Howard County Medical Center in Kings Contrivance.
Johns Hopkins is conveniently is conveniently located in Kings Contrivance.
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Parks in this Area
Guilford Neighborhood Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Fishing
Holiday Hills Park
Color Burst Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Trails
Lake Elkhorn Park
Lake
Trails
Playground
Martin Road Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Atholton Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Tennis
Transit
Airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall
20 min drive
Bus
Clocktower Ln & Murray Hill Rd
Bus
Murray Hill Rd & Guilford Rd (Northbound)
Bus
Guilford Rd & Early April Way (Westbound)
Bus
Kings Contrivance Village Center
Bus
Guilford Rd & The Rivers Corporate Park (Westbound)
Bus
Clocktower Ln & Softwater Way
Bus
Clocktower Lane Loop
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Kings Contrivance
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
2
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
Kings Contrivance Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Kings Contrivance, Columbia sell after 11 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Kings Contrivance, Columbia over the last 12 months is $550,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Tucked into Columbia’s Village of Kings Contrivance, this end-unit townhome offers a peaceful retreat in a beautiful tree-lined neighborhood. With a one-car garage and a private setting that backs to mature trees, it blends comfort, convenience, and natural beauty. Step inside to a welcoming foyer that opens to a versatile flex room that can serve as a spacious family room or a third bedroom. A
Nestled on a beautifully LANDSCAPED, wooded lot, this contemporary home offers a true sanctuary, blending modern design and clean lines with nature's beauty. Deerfoot Way is unique in that it backs to open county space offering a particular level of comfort and style, elevating this home's appeal. Come fall in love with the screened in porch, inviting family room and all the updates on Deerfoot
Your Newly Renovated Oasis Awaits! Experience luxury and convenience in this meticulously updated 4-bedroom, 2-full and 2-half bath single-family home, perfectly nestled on a desirable corner lot. Step inside and be captivated by the brand-new gourmet kitchen, showcasing exquisite marble countertops and premium stainless steel appliances – perfect for entertaining! Throughout the home, you'll
RARELY AVAILABLE 2 BD 2 BA Condo in the highly desirable, manicured neighborhood of King’s Gate, inside the Village of King’s Contrivance, Columbia’s southernmost village – with an amazing price point! This tasteful, all brick secure-access mid-rise (only 45 units) in the quiet community of King’s Gate has a concierge reception desk 4 days a week, gracious marble lobby, exercise room and club
PLEASE NOTE: PROPERTY WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR SHOWINGS ON 6/13/2025 AFTER 3PM. Welcome to this beautifully updated townhome offering modern amenities, stylish finishes and 2” custom fit blinds throughout. Major remodel was completed in 2018. The main level features a full glass storm door, main front hall closet, a fully remodeled half bath and luxury vinyl plank flooring that creates a seamless
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Columbia has long been recognized as a great place to live the good life. Case in point: Money Magazine named Columbia the #1 place to live in 2016, not just in Maryland, but in the entire country. And for good reason. Columbia comprises 10 villages that are home to diverse businesses, vibrant economies, some of the nation’s best schools, and an idyllic location that’s close enough – and far
First time rental of this gorgeous property, located in a private oasis of only a few townhouses, minutes away from major roads. Minutes to major shopping centers & restaurants. Master bedroom with vaulted ceilings, walk in closet and super bath with soaking tub/shower. Renovated bathrooms. Open main level, kitchen with new cabinets, stainless steel appliances, kitchen island with sliding doors
Join The Hamilton at Kings Place Apartments in Columbia, MD. Our pet-friendly apartments are like your own personal tranquil oasis, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. You'll be happy at the end of each day to come home to an apartment made with you in mind. Our Columbia apartments are ideally located with fast access to I-95, Route 32, and 29, and only a short ride away from Washington,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
11,602
Median Age
41
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$127,069
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$153,105
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.9%
College Graduates
65.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
15/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
36/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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