NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5561 April Journey Columbia, MD 21044

Fairway Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $466,000 - $508,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,916 Sq Ft
$256/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 26, 2021

Last sale price $398,000 $208 Per Sq Ft

Est. 24% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,240/month

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck
  • Wilde Lake Middle Rated A-
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Cathedral Ceiling

About This Home

As of February 2023

Light-filled and spacious 3 bdrm, 2 1/2 bath home in a great Columbia location. Just updated last year with new recessed lights on all 3 levels, new light fixtures and outlets, more modern plumbing fixtures, new flooring, and whole house neutral paint. The living room/dining room areas have gleaming hardwood floors and walk out to a HUGE, entertainment size deck. All bedrooms have high vaulted ceilings. The primary bedroom has plenty of closet space and connects to a luxury private bath with dual sinks, a garden tub, and a separate shower. Home is surrounded by Fairway Hills Golf Course. Walk to Lakes, Mall, Parks & Restaurants. RENT INCLUDES water/sewer, complete landscaping, shrub/tree care, and common sidewalk/parking snow removal and upkeep. Property is pre-wired for FIOS and Xfinity/Comcast. Pets not preferred but will consider. A minimum credit score of 650 is required.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Maria Weaver

RE/MAX Advantage Realty License #582678 Listed on: 02/01/2023

RE/MAX Advantage Realty

Last Renter's Agent

Blake Carroll

RE/MAX Advantage Realty License #678368

RE/MAX Advantage Realty

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,080

Year Built

  • Built in 1991 | Remodeled in 2022

Lot Details

  • 1,307 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 1 Driveway Space
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Fiberglass Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,916 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Double Pane Windows
  • French Doors
  • Sliding Doors
  • Insulated Doors
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Country Kitchen
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Soaking Tub
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Garage Access
  • Laundry in Basement

Home Security

  • Monitored
  • Intercom
  • Motion Detectors

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Running Brook Elementary School
  • Wilde Lake Middle School
  • Wilde Lake High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Residential Lease
  • Security Deposit $3,000
  • Requires 1 Month of Rent Paid Up Front
  • Tenant pays for electricity, cable TV, frozen waterpipe damage, insurance
  • The owner pays for association fees
  • Rent includes hoa/condo fee, lawn service
  • No Smoking Allowed
  • 12-Month Min and 18-Month Max Lease Term
  • Available 2/15/23
  • $38 Application Fee
  • $100 Repair Deductible
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1415101490

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include water
  • Built by GREENS AT FAIRWAY HILLS
  • Village Of Dorsey Search Subdivision, Breckenridge Floorplan
  • Greens At Fairway Hills Community

Recreation

  • Golf Course Membership Available
  • Community Playground
  • Pool Membership Available
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis
  • Pet Size Limit
  • Pet Deposit Required

Security

  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,080

Year Built

Built in 1991 | Remodeled in 2022

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Rental Info

  • Date Available: 2023-02-15
  • Application Fee: 38.00
  • Months Rent Up Front: 1.0
  • Owner Pays: Association Fees
  • Pets: Case By Case Basis, Pet Addendum/Deposit, Size/Weight Restriction
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Rent Includes: Hoa/Condo Fee, Lawn Service
  • Security Deposit: 3000.00
  • Smoking Allowed Yn: No
  • Tenant Pays: Electricity, Cable Tv, Frozen Waterpipe Damage, Insurance
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Max Lease in Months: 18
  • Min Lease in Months: 12
  • Lease Link U R L: https://apply.link/3CJIJnO
  • Rent Spree Online Application: Yes

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Expected On Market: 2023-02-01
  • Year Built: 1991
  • Year Renovated: 2022
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: Yes
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Remarks Public: Light-filled and spacious 3 bdrm, 2 1/2 bath home in a great Columbia location. Just updated last year with new recessed lights on all 3 levels, new light fixtures and outlets, more modern plumbing fixtures, new flooring, and whole house neutral paint. The living room/dining room areas have gleaming hardwood floors and walk out to a HUGE, entertainment size deck. All bedrooms have high vaulted ceilings. The primary bedroom has plenty of closet space and connects to a luxury private bath with dual sinks, a garden tub, and a separate shower. Home is surrounded by Fairway Hills Golf Course. Walk to Lakes, Mall, Parks & Restaurants. RENT INCLUDES water/sewer, complete landscaping, shrub/tree care, and common sidewalk/parking snow removal and upkeep. Property is pre-wired for FIOS and Xfinity/Comcast. Pets not preferred but will consider. A minimum credit score of 650 is required.
  • Repair Deductible: 100.00
  • Special Features: NewHome
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Electric, Oven - Self Cleaning, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Laminate Plank
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Country, Kitchen - Table Space, Combination Dining/Living, Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Open, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Soaking Tub, Stall Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Double Pane, Skylights
  • Fireplace: No
  • Door Features: French, Insulated, Sliding Glass
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings, Dry Wall, 9'+ Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Floors In Unit Count: 3
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished, Garage Access
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor, Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1916
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1916
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 1.49
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1916
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 5561

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level 2 Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Street Lights, Sidewalks, Exterior Lighting
  • Roof: Fiberglass
  • Spa: No
  • View: Garden/Lawn, Street, Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 1

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Programmable Thermostat, Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C, Heat Pump(s)
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Electric Alarm, Surveillance Sys, Smoke Detector, Security System, Monitored, Intercom, Motion Detectors
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Internet Services: Fiber Optic, Cable

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Bike Trail, Golf Course Membership Available, Jog/Walk Path, Pool Mem Avail, Tot Lots/Playground
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Water
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Other Fees Frequency: Unknown

Schools

  • School District: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM
  • Elementary School: RUNNING BROOK
  • Middle School: WILDE LAKE
  • High School: WILDE LAKE
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 121139568958
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: RUNNING BROOK
  • High School: WILDE LAKE
  • Middle Or Junior School: WILDE LAKE

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Land Use Code: TH
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1306.80
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: NT

Building Info

  • Builder Name: GREENS AT FAIRWAY HILLS

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 15412071
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1415101490
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1916
  • Close Date: 02/28/2023

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 30, 2021
Closed on
Oct 26, 2021
Sold by
Sun Yi and Zhu Guangjing
Bought by
Weaver Maria Ward
Seller's Agent
Biao Luo
DMV United Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Maria Weaver
RE/MAX Advantage Realty
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$398,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,900
-0.48%
Current Estimated Value
$494,947

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$96,947
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.05%
Original Mortgage
$358,200
Outstanding Balance
$331,737
Interest Rate
3.01%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$147,488

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 14, 2013
Closed on
Mar 22, 2013
Sold by
Nickerson Terry G and Nickerson Constance A
Bought by
Sun Yi and Zhu Guangjing
Seller's Agent
James Real Estate Group
EXP Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Kurt Shryock
Corner House Realty
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$345,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.43%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.68%
Original Mortgage
$276,000
Interest Rate
3.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 3, 2008
Sold by
Rashid Jason
Bought by
Nickerson Terry G and Nickerson Constance A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$272,000
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 27, 2007
Sold by
Rashid Jason
Bought by
Nickerson Terry G and Nickerson Constance A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$272,000
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 31, 2002
Sold by
Siegel Robert A
Bought by
Rashid Jason and Rashid Lynn

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 27, 2001
Sold by
Siegel Robert A
Bought by
Siegel Robert A and Siegel Kathy A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 9, 2000
Sold by
Shmuel Ben Alon
Bought by
Siegel Robert A and Mckay Kathy A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 8, 1995
Sold by
Ellis Scott R
Bought by
Ben Shmuel Alon

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$140,400
Interest Rate
7.48%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Weaver Maria Ward $398,000 R & P Settlement Group Llc
Sun Yi $345,000 Sage Title Group Llc
Nickerson Terry G $340,000 --
Nickerson Terry G $340,000 --
Rashid Jason $239,900 --
Siegel Robert A -- --
Siegel Robert A $161,000 --
Ben Shmuel Alon $156,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Weaver Maria Ward $358,200
Closed Weaver Maria Ward $358,200
Previous Owner Sun Yi $276,000
Previous Owner Nickerson Terry G $280,000
Previous Owner Nickerson Terry G $272,000
Previous Owner Nickerson Terry G $272,000
Previous Owner Ben Shmuel Alon $140,400
Closed Siegel Robert A --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/28/2023 02/28/23 Rented $2,850 0.0% --
02/09/2023 02/09/23 Under Contract -- -- --
02/04/2023 02/04/23 Off Market $2,850 -- --
02/01/2023 02/01/23 For Rent $2,850 0.0% --
10/26/2021 10/26/21 Sold $398,000 -0.5% $208 / Sq Ft
09/24/2021 09/24/21 Pending -- -- --
06/30/2021 06/30/21 For Sale $399,900 +15.9% $209 / Sq Ft
03/22/2013 03/22/13 Sold $345,000 -1.4% $180 / Sq Ft
02/07/2013 02/07/13 Pending -- -- --
01/14/2013 01/14/13 For Sale $350,000 -- $183 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $6,080 $393,200 $170,000 $223,200
2023 $5,592 $362,700 $0 $0
2022 $5,113 $332,200 $0 $0
2021 $4,727 $301,700 $120,000 $181,700
2020 $4,727 $301,700 $120,000 $181,700
2019 $4,351 $301,700 $120,000 $181,700
2018 $4,573 $310,900 $122,600 $188,300
2017 $4,573 $310,900 $0 $0
2016 $1,082 $310,900 $0 $0
2015 $1,082 $318,100 $0 $0
2014 $1,064 $312,967 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Maria Weaver

    Landlord's Agent in 2023

    Maria Weaver

    RE/MAX

    (410) 258-0604

    4 in this area

    100 Total Sales

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    Tenant's Agent in 2023

    Blake Carroll

    RE/MAX

    (360) 584-8236

    32 Total Sales

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  • Biao Luo

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Biao Luo

    DMV United Realty LLC

    (443) 518-9017

    1 in this area

    75 Total Sales

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  • James Real Estate Group

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    James Real Estate Group

    EXP Realty, LLC

    (443) 472-5317

    97 Total Sales

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  • Kurt Shryock

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Kurt Shryock

    Corner House Realty

    (410) 340-1369

    32 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDHW2024384

Bright MLS

APN: 15-101490

Maryland Howard County Columbia 21044 Fairway Hills

5561 April Journey, Columbia, MD

This home is located at 5561 April Journey, Columbia, MD 21044 since 01 February 2023 and is currently priced at $490,504. This property was built in 1991. 5561 April Journey is a home located in Howard County with nearby schools including Running Brook Elementary School, Wilde Lake Middle, and Wilde Lake High.

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