$720,000
SOLD JUN 16, 2025

8831 Shining Oceans Way Columbia, MD 21045

3 Beds
4.5 Baths
5,133 Sq Ft
$721/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$140 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Gated Community
  • Clubhouse
  • Active Adult
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Two Story Ceilings

About This Home

As of June 2025

8831 Shining Oceans Way, a stunning residence tucked within the coveted 55+ gated community of Snowden Overlook. Designed for active, engaged living, this vibrant neighborhood offers an impressive array of amenities, including a beautifully appointed clubhouse with a lounge, catering kitchen, fitness room, billiards and card rooms, craft and meeting spaces, a library, and even a pickleball court and heated outdoor pool. Residents enjoy a full calendar of social events and clubs from fitness classes and game nights to wine tastings, live entertainment, and gatherings centered around books, crafts, cards, and more. The home’s charming stone and vinyl exterior, paired with a spacious two-car garage, invites you into an interior that blends style and comfort. Inside, rich hardwood flooring, plush carpeting, soaring ceilings, and a soft neutral color palette create a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The main level features a bright foyer, powder room, laundry area, and pantry. The eat-in kitchen features granite countertops, a center island with breakfast bar and cooktop, wall oven, decorative backsplash, ample cabinetry, and a casual dining area. Adjacent to the kitchen, a dramatic two-story living room centers around a stacked stone fireplace and opens seamlessly to a rear patio. A main-level bedroom suite offers comfort and convenience, with private patio access, a walk-in closet, and an en-suite bath. Upstairs, a spacious family room overlooks the living area below, while the expansive primary suite boasts a tranquil sitting area, a large walk-in closet, and a luxurious en-suite bath. A third bedroom, also with its own en-suite, completes the upper level. The finished lower level offers versatile space, including a game room with wet bar, a bonus room ideal for an office or guest suite, a full bath, and generous storage. Some photos have been virtually staged.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Karla Pinato

(443) 204-2400 karlapinato@northroprealty.com Northrop Realty License #583417 Listed on: 04/24/2025

Northrop Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Patti OConnor

patti.oconnor@compass.com Engel & Völkers Annapolis

Engel & Völkers Annapolis

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,254

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Wet Bar
  • Two Story Ceilings
  • Recessed Lighting
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Atrium Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Open Floorplan
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Game Room
  • Storage Room
  • Garden Views

Kitchen

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

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

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

Improved Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Connecting Stairway
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Porch

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot U 42
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1416217549
  • $500 Front Foot Fee per year

Community Details

Overview

  • Active Adult
  • Association fees include common area maintenance, lawn maintenance, management, snow removal, trash
  • Active Adult | Residents must be 55 or older
  • Snowden Overlook Subdivision

Amenities

  • Common Area
  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Jogging Path

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Gated Community
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,254

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$721 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 4/25/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Cooktop, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Area, Carpet, Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Living, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Screens, Vinyl Clad
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Atrium
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 2 Story Ceilings, Dry Wall, High
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Foyer, Laundry, Storage Room, Bonus Room
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Heated, Improved, Interior Access, Sump Pump, Walkout Stairs
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 5133
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 5133
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 194.61
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3597
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1536
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1536
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stone, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: Garden/Lawn
  • 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
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Refuse: 365.00
  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 1728.40
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 577.00
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Club House, Common Grounds, Exercise Room, Fitness Center, Gated Community, Jog/Walk Path, Pool - Outdoor
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Lawn Maintenance, Management, Snow Removal, Trash
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community Age Requirement: 55
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Fee Information

  • Front Foot Fee Pymt Freq: Annually

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Zoning: NT
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8254.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1416217549
  • Tax Lot: U 42
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

Multi Family

  • Front Foot Fee: 500.00

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 24, 2025
Closed on
Jun 16, 2025
Sold by
Anderson Tonita Fawn
Bought by
Ward Kenneth
Seller's Agent
Karla Pinato
Northrop Realty
Buyer's Agent
Patti OConnor
Engel & Völkers Annapolis
List Price
$700,000
Sold Price
$720,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
2.86%
Views
75
Current Estimated Value
$717,708

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$2,292
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.68%
Original Mortgage
$720,000
Outstanding Balance
$718,133
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
-$425

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 5, 2007
Sold by
Ryl& Group Inc The
Bought by
Anderson Tonita Fawn and Anderson Samuel Jensis

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$432,060
Interest Rate
6.16%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed $720,000 Counselors Title
Special Warranty Deed $720,000 Counselors Title
Deed $540,080 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $720,000 VA
Closed $720,000 VA
Previous Owner $432,060 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $107,950 Stand Alone Second
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Sold $720,000 +2.9% $140 / Sq Ft
05/05/2025 05/05/25 Pending -- -- --
04/24/2025 04/24/25 For Sale $700,000 -- $136 / 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 $7,835 $625,967 $0 $0
2024 $7,835 $570,833 $0 $0
2023 $7,389 $515,700 $80,000 $435,700
2022 $5,534 $491,467 $0 $0
2021 $6,542 $467,233 $0 $0
2020 $6,381 $443,000 $127,500 $315,500
2019 $6,388 $443,000 $127,500 $315,500
2018 $6,115 $443,000 $127,500 $315,500
2017 $5,683 $468,700 $0 $0
2016 $1,289 $435,733 $0 $0
2015 $1,289 $402,767 $0 $0
2014 $1,257 $369,800 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDHW2052226

Bright MLS

APN: 16-217549