$670,000

8861 Shining Oceans Way Columbia, MD 21045

Estimated payment $4,756/month

Total Views 19,796
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,233 Sq Ft
$158 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Active Adult
  • Open Floorplan
  • Fitness Center
  • Gated Community
  • Clubhouse

About This Home

Grand 55+ living lifestyle awaits in highly desired Snowden Overlook! Leave the outside maintenance & headaches behind, but don't give up the square footage you deserve for entertaining, hosting guests, & comfortable day to day living. This villa is situated in the back of the community offering your own garage plus 2 car driveway and generous guest parking (there are no homes across the street, just woods & parking spots). This light filled layout includes: a dramatic two story entry foyer; a formal dining room; efficient eat in island kitchen (with granite counters, double wall ovens, & stainless appliances) opening directly to an impressive 2 story gathering room with cozy gas fireplace + access to the rear patio. The main level is complete with a primary bedroom suite, full sized washer/dryer, and powder room. The versatile upper level has a generous loft perfect for tv/movie watching, computer work, or exercise; 2 large bedrooms & a full bath. The lower level includes a full bath & several other finished, flexible spaces for hobbies, crafts, a theatre room, & so much more. GAS heating / AC new in 2021; water heater new in 2024; brand new refrigerator & dishwasher; freshly painted from top to bottom; new carpeting main & upper levels; handsome hardwood flooring in the foyer/dining room/kitchen/ & living room. Step up to this relaxed type of living with easy access to the tremendous clubhouse ( staffed full-time), pool (complete with a kiddie pool, life guards and lounge chairs, gym), gathering spaces & ultra convenient location near shopping, restaurants, downtown Columbia amenities , parks, walking trails, and cultural activities. The entrance gate and guard house are manned from 8 PM to 5 AM daily.("Other Fee" of $1,736.58 is the annual Columbia Association fee)

Listing Agent

Gregory Kinnear

(410) 423-5282 greg@teamkinnear.com RE/MAX Advantage Realty License #513388 Listed on: 07/19/2025

RE/MAX Advantage Realty

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,065

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Villa
  • Permanent Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • HardiePlank Type

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wet Bar
  • Crown Molding
  • Two Story Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Casement Windows
  • Window Screens
  • French Doors
  • Sliding Doors
  • Insulated Doors
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Loft

Kitchen

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

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Improved Basement

  • Walk-Up Access
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Water Proofing System
  • Sump Pump

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Doors with lever handles
  • Energy-Efficient Windows
  • Sprinkler System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot U 27
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1416218235

Community Details

Overview

  • Active Adult
  • Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior building maintenance, insurance, lawn maintenance, lawn care front, lawn care rear, lawn care side, management, pool(s), recreation facility, reserve funds, road maintenance, security gate, snow removal
  • $145 Other Monthly Fees
  • Active Adult | Residents must be 55 or older
  • Snowden Overlook Subdivision
  • Property Manager

Amenities

  • Common Area
  • Clubhouse
  • Game Room
  • Community Center
  • Meeting Room
  • Recreation Room

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Golf Course Membership Available
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Jogging Path

Pet Policy

  • Limit on the number of pets

Security

  • Gated Community
  • Storm Doors

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,065

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$577 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Villa
  • Accessibility Features: Doors - Lever Handle(s)
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 7/19/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven - Wall, Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater, Oven - Double
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Carpet, Entry Level Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Wood Floors, Breakfast Area, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Sprinkler System, Upgraded Countertops
  • Window Features: Casement, Energy Efficient, Double Pane, Insulated, Screens
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Insulated, Six Panel, Sliding Glass, French, Storm
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 2 Story Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Permanent
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Den, Foyer, Loft, Office, Bathroom 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Improved, Interior Access, Sump Pump, Walkout Stairs, Water Proofing System
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 4485
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 4233
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 211.36
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3170
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1063
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 252
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1315
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

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: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • 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: Hardiplank Type, Stone
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Exterior Lighting
  • Roof: Shingle, Architectural Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access, Built In
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • 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, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 209.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 368.00
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Club House, Common Grounds, Community Center, Exercise Room, Fitness Center, Game Room, Gated Community, Golf Course Membership Available, Golf Course, Jog/Walk Path, Meeting Room, Pool - Outdoor, Recreational Center, Swimming Pool, Tennis Courts, Tot Lots/Playground
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Ext Bldg Maint, Insurance, Lawn Maintenance, Lawn Care Front, Lawn Care Rear, Lawn Care Side, Management, Pool(s), Recreation Facility, Reserve Funds, Road Maintenance, Security Gate, Snow Removal
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community Age Requirement: 55
  • Senior Community: Yes

Fee Information

  • Front Foot Fee Pymt Freq: Annually
  • Other Fees: 1736.58
  • Other Fees Frequency: Annually

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Zoning: NT
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: Number Limit
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8065.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1416218235
  • Tax Lot: U 27
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM

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Source: Public Records

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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 $7,646 $582,000 $0 $0
2024 $7,646 $529,400 $0 $0
2023 $6,866 $476,800 $80,000 $396,800
2022 $5,208 $462,500 $0 $0
2021 $6,353 $448,200 $0 $0
2020 $6,250 $433,900 $127,500 $306,400
2019 $6,257 $433,900 $127,500 $306,400
2018 $5,990 $433,900 $127,500 $306,400
2017 $5,745 $439,600 $0 $0
2016 $1,287 $416,167 $0 $0
2015 $1,287 $392,733 $0 $0
2014 $1,256 $369,300 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/24/2025 09/24/25 Price Changed $670,000 -2.2% $158 / Sq Ft
07/19/2025 07/19/25 For Sale $685,000 -- $162 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed $460,157 --
Deed $460,157 --
Source: Public Records

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDHW2054418

Bright MLS

APN: 16-218235