NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8819 Shining Oceans Way Columbia, MD 21045

Estimated Value: $704,000 - $789,000

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,804 Sq Ft
$194/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 23, 2017

Last sale price $480,000 $126 Per Sq Ft

Est. 54% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,424/month

77 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Open Floorplan
  • Senior Living
  • Gated Community
  • Clubhouse

About This Home

As of May 2017

Beautiful BRIGHT End Unit Villa in the Gated 55+ Community-Snowden Overlook. 2-story Open Living Rom w/Fp & Access to Deck/ Patio. Freshly Painted. Hdwoods on Main Lvl. Gourmet Kit -42" Cab, Granite, & Cooktop Island. 2 Master Stes w/Lux Baths on Main & Upper Levels. Light filled loft for use as Den/Office area. Lg Finished LL. Active Clubhouse-Heated Pool, Fitness Rm,Theater, Convenient Location.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Judith Caton

RE/MAX Advantage Realty Listed on: 01/12/2017

RE/MAX Advantage Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Creig Northrop

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,078

Year Built

  • Built in 2007

Lot Details

  • 1 Common Wall
  • Landscaped
  • Property is in very good condition

HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Villa
  • Stone Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,804 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Window Treatments
  • Great Room
  • Family Room Overlook on Second Floor
  • Family Room on Second Floor
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Security Gate

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Built-In Double Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Up Access
  • Rear Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump

Accessible Home Design

  • Halls are 36 inches wide or more

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot U 46
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1416218332

Community Details

Overview

  • Senior Living
  • Association fees include lawn maintenance, insurance, snow removal, trash, security gate, common area maintenance, reserve funds, exterior building maintenance, pool(s)
  • Senior Community | Residents must be 55 or older
  • Built by RYLAND
  • Snowden Overlook Community
  • Snowden Overlook Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to covenants

Amenities

  • Clubhouse
  • Billiard Room
  • Community Center
  • Meeting Room
  • Party Room

Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Jogging Path

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Security Service
  • Gated Community
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,078

Year Built

Built in 2007

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$560 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: End Of Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Villa
  • Accessibility Features: 36"+ Wide Halls
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Inclusions: Parking Included In ListPrice,Parking Included In SalePrice
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Remarks Public: Beautiful BRIGHT End Unit Villa in the Gated 55+ Community-Snowden Overlook. 2-story Open Living Rom w/Fp & Access to Deck/ Patio. Freshly Painted. Hdwoods on Main Lvl. Gourmet Kit -42" Cab, Granite, & Cooktop Island. 2 Master Stes w/Lux Baths on Main & Upper Levels. Light filled loft for use as Den/Office area. Lg Finished LL. Active Clubhouse-Heated Pool, Fitness Rm,Theater, Convenient Location.
  • Special Assessment Payment: Annually
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven - Double, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Water Heater
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Combination Dining/Living, Breakfast Area, Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Primary Bath(s), Whirlpool/Hottub, Floor Plan - Open
  • Fireplace Features: Mantel(s)
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Townhouse
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room List: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, 2nd Stry Fam Ovrlk, 2nd Stry Fam Rm, Great Room, Laundry, Bedroom 6
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Sump Pump, Fully Finished, Heated, Improved, Walkout Stairs
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 3804
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3804
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 131.44
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3804
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 8819

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Stone
  • Pool Private: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Sprinkler System - Indoor, Security Gate
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 145.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 415.00
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Billiard Room, Club House, Exercise Room, Gated Community, Meeting Room, Party Room, Pool - Outdoor, Security, Swimming Pool, Jog/Walk Path, Community Center
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Lawn Maintenance, Insurance, Snow Removal, Trash, Security Gate, Common Area Maintenance, Reserve Funds, Ext Bldg Maint, Pool(s)
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Rules: Covenants, Pets - Allowed, Adult Living Community
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community Age Requirement: 55
  • Senior Community: Yes

Schools

  • School District: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM
  • School District Key: 121139568958

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 393600.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 131200.00
  • Lot Features: Landscaping
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony, Patio(s)
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2016
  • Zoning: NT

Building Info

  • Builder Name: RYLAND

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 15455328
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7077.68
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1416218332
  • Tax Lot: U 46
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 3804
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Close Date: 05/23/2017

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 12, 2017
Closed on
May 23, 2017
Sold by
Ritchie Deborah N and Deborah N Ritchie Revocable Tr
Bought by
Letow Lawrence H and Letow Wendy
Seller's Agent
Judith Caton
RE/MAX Advantage Realty
Buyer's Agent
Creig Northrop
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$500,000
Sold Price
$480,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-4%
Total Days on Market
77
Current Estimated Value
$736,876

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$256,876
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.47%
Original Mortgage
$288,000
Interest Rate
3.97%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 22, 2013
Sold by
Ritchie Deborah N
Bought by
Ritchie Deborah N and The Deborah N Ritchie Revocabl

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 22, 2007
Sold by
Ryl& Group Inc The
Bought by
Ritchie William David and Ritchie Deborah Nancy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$478,200
Interest Rate
6.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 27, 2007
Sold by
Ryl& Group Inc The
Bought by
Ritchie William David and Ritchie Deborah Nancy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$478,200
Interest Rate
6.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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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
Letow Lawrence H $480,000 Lakeside Title Co
Ritchie Deborah N -- None Available
Ritchie William David $597,808 --
Ritchie William David $597,808 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Letow Lawrence H $395,000
Closed Letow Lawrence H $288,000
Previous Owner Ritchie Deborah Nancy $417,000
Previous Owner Ritchie William David $478,200
Previous Owner Ritchie William David $478,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/23/2017 05/23/17 Sold $480,000 -4.0% $126 / Sq Ft
03/30/2017 03/30/17 Pending -- -- --
01/12/2017 01/12/17 For Sale $500,000 -- $131 / 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 $8,729 $654,133 $0 $0
2023 $8,255 $603,700 $80,000 $523,700
2022 $6,376 $566,233 $0 $0
2021 $7,264 $528,767 $0 $0
2020 $7,075 $491,300 $131,200 $360,100
2019 $7,085 $491,300 $131,200 $360,100
2018 $6,780 $491,300 $131,200 $360,100
2017 $7,067 $524,800 $0 $0
2016 $1,697 $512,133 $0 $0
2015 $1,697 $499,467 $0 $0
2014 $1,655 $486,800 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Judith Caton

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Judith Caton

    RE/MAX

    (410) 913-2939

    68 Total Sales

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  • Creig Northrop

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Creig Northrop

    Long & Foster

    (410) 884-8354

    559 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1000009102

Bright MLS

APN: 16-218332

Maryland Howard County Columbia 21045

8819 Shining Oceans Way, Columbia, MD

This home is located at 8819 Shining Oceans Way, Columbia, MD 21045 since 12 January 2017 and is currently estimated at $736,876, approximately $193 per square foot. This property was built in 2007. 8819 Shining Oceans Way is a home located in Howard County with nearby schools including Jeffers Hill Elementary School, Mayfield Woods Middle School, and Long Reach High School.

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