$478,000 - $557,851
RENTED MAY 20, 2025

6344 Sunny Spring Columbia, MD 21044

Hickory Ridge Neighborhood
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,859 Sq Ft
$278 Price per Sq Ft

Last Sold August 27, 2024

Last sale price $475,000 $256 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,313/month

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Open Floorplan
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wilde Lake Middle Rated A-
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of May 2025

Tucked away on a peaceful, private lot in the heart of Columbia, this charming patio home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Inside, you'll find four spacious bedrooms and two full baths, all accented by classic parquet flooring and fresh, neutral paint throughout. The inviting living room boasts a cozy corner fireplace and oversized sliding doors that lead to a private wraparound deck—perfect for relaxing or entertaining with serene views of open space.The light-filled kitchen flows into a flexible living area that’s ideal for casual gatherings or a generously sized dining space. The primary bedroom offers a quiet retreat with its own full bath and ample closet space.Additional highlights include a one-car carport, a reserved parking spot, and an unbeatable location close to Columbia’s best shopping, dining, parks, and amenities.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Jeffrey Ganz

(240) 353-3390 agentganz@gmail.com Century 21 Redwood Realty License #0225102492 Listed on: 04/16/2025

Century 21 Redwood Realty

Last Renter's Agent

Carol Strasfeld

(301) 806-8871 carolstrasfeld@gmail.com Unrepresented Buyer Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,714

Year Built

  • Built in 1975

Lot Details

  • 6,052 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned NT

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,859 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Open Floorplan
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Sliding Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Utility Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • 1 Detached Carport Space
  • Parking Lot
  • 1 Assigned Parking Space

Schools

  • Swansfield Elementary School
  • Wilde Lake Middle School
  • Atholton High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Electric Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Level Entry For Accessibility
  • Flood Risk

Listing and Financial Details

  • Residential Lease
  • Security Deposit $3,300
  • No Smoking Allowed
  • 12-Month Min and 24-Month Max Lease Term
  • Available 4/16/25
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1415004533

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include common area maintenance, management
  • Tanglewood HOA & Columbia Association
  • Hickory Ridge Subdivision

Amenities

  • Common Area

Recreation

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,714

Year Built

Built in 1975

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Date Available: 2025-04-16
  • Pet Deposit: 300.00
  • Pets: Case By Case Basis
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Security Deposit: 3300.00
  • Smoking Allowed Yn: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Max Lease in Months: 24
  • Min Lease in Months: 12
  • Rent Spree Online Application: Yes

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Accessibility Features: Level Entry - Main
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 2025-04-16
  • Federal Flood Zone: Yes
  • Year Built: 1975
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Remarks Public: Tucked away on a peaceful, private lot in the heart of Columbia, this charming patio home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Inside, you'll find four spacious bedrooms and two full baths, all accented by classic parquet flooring and fresh, neutral paint throughout. The inviting living room boasts a cozy corner fireplace and oversized sliding doors that lead to a private wraparound deck—perfect for relaxing or entertaining with serene views of open space. The light-filled kitchen flows into a flexible living area that’s ideal for casual gatherings or a generously sized dining space. The primary bedroom offers a quiet retreat with its own full bath and ample closet space. Additional highlights include a one-car carport, a reserved parking spot, and an unbeatable location close to Columbia’s best shopping, dining, parks, and amenities.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Area, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Primary Bath(s), Pantry, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Door Features: Sliding Glass
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Vaulted Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Foyer, Utility Room, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 1859
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1859
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 1.78
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1859
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 6344

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • View: Garden/Lawn, Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Assigned Spaces Count: 1
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Assigned
  • Number Of Detached Carport Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Parking Lot, Detached Carport
  • Parking Lot Number Of Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Golf Course Membership Available, Jog/Walk Path, Pool Mem Avail, Tot Lots/Playground, Common Grounds
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Management
  • HOA Name: TANGLEWOOD HOA & COLUMBIA ASSOCIATION
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM
  • Elementary School: SWANSFIELD
  • Middle School: WILDE LAKE
  • High School: ATHOLTON
  • 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: SWANSFIELD
  • High School: ATHOLTON
  • Middle Or Junior School: WILDE LAKE

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Land Use Code: R
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6052.00
  • Zoning: NT

Multi Family

  • Federal Flood Zone: AE

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1415004533
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1859
  • Close Date: 05/20/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 26, 2024
Closed on
Aug 22, 2024
Sold by
Handy Vitaline C
Bought by
Alcindor Mercie
Seller's Agent
Robert Kinnear
RE/MAX Advantage Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jeffrey Ganz
Century 21 Redwood Realty
List Price
$475,000
Sold Price
$475,000
Views
202
Current Estimated Value
$517,213

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$42,213
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.90%
Original Mortgage
$380,000
Interest Rate
7.04%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 2004
Sold by
Gunter Lerche
Bought by
Handy James T and Handyt Vitaline C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 9, 1985
Sold by
Johnson Raymond
Bought by
Lerche Gunter

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$90,300
Interest Rate
12.15%
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
Alcindor Mercie $475,000 First American Title
Alcindor Mercie $475,000 First American Title
Handy James T $342,000 --
Lerche Gunter $110,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Alcindor Mercie $380,000
Previous Owner Lerche Gunter $90,300
Closed Handy James T --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/20/2025 05/20/25 Rented $3,300 0.0% --
05/06/2025 05/06/25 Under Contract -- -- --
04/16/2025 04/16/25 For Rent $3,300 0.0% --
08/27/2024 08/27/24 Sold $475,000 0.0% $256 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/26/2024 07/26/24 For Sale $475,000 -- $256 / 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
2025 $6,714 $442,567 $0 $0
2024 $6,714 $432,100 $239,700 $192,400
2023 $4,661 $423,033 $0 $0
2022 $4,661 $413,967 $0 $0
2021 $5,921 $404,900 $221,000 $183,900
2020 $5,653 $367,667 $0 $0
2019 $4,765 $330,433 $0 $0
2018 $4,307 $293,200 $142,400 $150,800
2017 $4,206 $293,200 $0 $0
2016 $959 $285,867 $0 $0
2015 $959 $282,200 $0 $0
2014 $954 $280,567 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jeffrey Ganz

    Landlord's Agent in 2025

    Jeffrey Ganz

    Century 21 Redwood Realty

    (240) 353-3390

    1 in this area

    225 Total Sales

    Jeffrey Ganz
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  • Carol Strasfeld

    Tenant's Agent in 2025

    Carol Strasfeld

    Unrepresented Buyer Office

    (301) 806-8871

    7,187 Total Sales

    Carol Strasfeld
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  • Robert Kinnear

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Robert Kinnear

    RE/MAX

    (410) 409-9932

    7 in this area

    175 Total Sales

    Robert Kinnear
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDHW2052066

Bright MLS

APN: 15-004533

Maryland Howard County Columbia 21044 Hickory Ridge

6344 Sunny Spring, Columbia, MD

This home is located at 6344 Sunny Spring, Columbia, MD 21044 since 16 April 2025 and is currently priced at $517,213. This property was built in 1975. 6344 Sunny Spring is a home located in Howard County with nearby schools including Swansfield Elementary School, Wilde Lake Middle, and Atholton High School.

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