NOT LISTED FOR SALE

9747 Softwater Way Columbia, MD 21046

Kings Contrivance Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $383,000 - $421,000

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
1,152 Sq Ft
$353/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 31, 2012

Last sale price $258,000 $224 Per Sq Ft

Est. 58% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,711/month

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Hammond Middle School Rated A
  • Open Floorplan
  • Backs to Trees or Woods

About This Home

As of July 2012

ENTERTAINMENT,FORMAL AND INFORMAL DINING,AND CREATIVE COOKING ARE ONLY A FEW OF THE PLEASURES TO BE EXPERIENCED IN THIS SPACIOUS KITCHEN,Whether you are warming by the cozy fireplace or enjoying the fresh air in the outdoor living space,the kitchen will continue to draw you back to the heart of this home.Engineered floors,deck,patio,fenced yard,extra counter space and more.WOW!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Diane Kenworthy

Northrop Realty License #31668 Listed on: 06/08/2012

Northrop Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

William Dragovich

Coldwell Banker Realty License #633083

Coldwell Banker Realty

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,566

Year Built

  • Built in 1982 | Remodeled in 2011

Lot Details

  • 1,088 Sq Ft Lot
  • Two or More Common Walls
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Privacy Fence
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Board Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Property is in very good condition

HOA Fees

  • $31 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Fiberglass Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace With Glass Doors
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Palladian Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Sliding Doors
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Views of Woods
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 3.5 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Connecting Stairway
  • Rear Basement Entry
  • Rough-In Basement Bathroom
  • Natural lighting in basement

Home Security

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Unassigned Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed

Schools

  • Atholton Elementary School
  • Patuxent Valley Middle School
  • Hammond High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Underground Utilities
  • 60 Gallon+ Electric Water Heater
  • Fiber Optics Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot B 158
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1416172928
  • $66 Front Foot Fee per year

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include insurance, reserve funds, road maintenance, snow removal, trash
  • $47 Other Monthly Fees
  • Built by HOWARD HOMES
  • Village Of Kings Contrivance Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Pool Membership Available
  • Jogging Path

Additional Features

  • Common Area
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,566

Year Built

Built in 1982 | Remodeled in 2011

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$31 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Parking Included In ListPrice
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Lower 2, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Year Built: 1982
  • Year Renovated: 2011
  • Remarks Public: ENTERTAINMENT,FORMAL AND INFORMAL DINING,AND CREATIVE COOKING ARE ONLY A FEW OF THE PLEASURES TO BE EXPERIENCED IN THIS SPACIOUS KITCHEN,Whether you are warming by the cozy fireplace or enjoying the fresh air in the outdoor living space,the kitchen will continue to draw you back to the heart of this home.Engineered floors,deck,patio,fenced yard,extra counter space and more.WOW!
  • Special Assessment Payment: Annually
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Kitchen - Gourmet, Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Primary Bath(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Floor Plan - Open
  • Window Features: Vinyl Clad, Palladian, Screens
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane, Fireplace - Glass Doors
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
  • Door Features: Six Panel, Sliding Glass
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Daylight, Full, Full, Fully Finished, Heated, Improved, Rough Bath Plumb, Walkout Level
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 9747

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Road Surface Type: Black Top, Paved
  • Roof: Fiberglass
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Unassigned
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Refuse: 225.00
  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C, Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: 60+ Gallon Tank, Electric
  • Security: Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Under Ground, Cable Tv Available, Fiber Optics Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 30.83
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Common Grounds, Jog/Walk Path, Pool Mem Avail, Tot Lots/Playground
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Insurance, Reserve Funds, Road Maintenance, Snow Removal, Trash
  • HOA: Yes

Fee Information

  • Front Foot Fee Pymt Freq: Annually
  • Other Fees: 568.00
  • Other Fees Frequency: Annually

Schools

  • School District: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM
  • Elementary School: ATHOLTON
  • Middle School: PATUXENT VALLEY
  • High School: HAMMOND
  • School District Key: 121139568958
  • Elementary School: ATHOLTON
  • High School: HAMMOND
  • Middle Or Junior School: PATUXENT VALLEY

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Board, Rear, Privacy
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 115400.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 101200.00
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Cul-De-Sac, Landscaping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Size Area: 1088
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1088.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2012
  • Zoning: NT

Building Info

  • Builder Name: HOWARD HOMES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 15423162
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3565.60
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1416172928
  • Tax Lot: B 158
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1152
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2011
  • Close Date: 07/31/2012

Multi Family

  • Front Foot Fee: 66.00

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 8, 2012
Closed on
Jul 31, 2012
Sold by
Stein Russell M
Bought by
Sharma Amit
Seller's Agent
Diane Kenworthy
Northrop Realty
Buyer's Agent
William Dragovich
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$269,900
Sold Price
$258,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,900
-4.41%
Current Estimated Value
$407,111

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$149,111
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.81%
Original Mortgage
$206,400
Interest Rate
3.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 20, 2003
Sold by
Houser Cheryl L
Bought by
Stein Russell M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 9, 2001
Sold by
Houser Cheryl L
Bought by
Houser Cheryl L and Diffell James C
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
Sharma Amit $258,000 None Available
Stein Russell M $215,000 --
Houser Cheryl L -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Sharma Amit $88,000
Previous Owner Sharma Amit $206,400
Previous Owner Stein Russell M $210,000
Closed Stein Russell M --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/31/2012 07/31/12 Sold $258,000 -4.4% $224 / Sq Ft
06/24/2012 06/24/12 Pending -- -- --
06/08/2012 06/08/12 For Sale $269,900 -- $234 / 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 $4,869 $308,867 $0 $0
2023 $4,681 $299,300 $130,000 $169,300
2022 $4,473 $287,633 $0 $0
2021 $4,138 $275,967 $0 $0
2020 $4,138 $264,300 $101,200 $163,100
2019 $4,080 $260,300 $0 $0
2018 $3,782 $256,300 $0 $0
2017 $3,714 $252,300 $0 $0
2016 $755 $240,400 $0 $0
2015 $755 $228,500 $0 $0
2014 $736 $216,600 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Diane Kenworthy

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Diane Kenworthy

    Creig Northrop Team of Long & Foster

    (410) 977-6149

    74 Total Sales

    Diane Kenworthy
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  • William Dragovich

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    William Dragovich

    Coldwell Banker (NRT-Southeast-MidAtlantic)

    (443) 812-4977

    1 in this area

    23 Total Sales

    William Dragovich
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1004023354

Bright MLS

APN: 16-172928

Maryland Howard County Columbia 21046 Kings Contrivance

9747 Softwater Way, Columbia, MD

This home is located at 9747 Softwater Way, Columbia, MD 21046 since 08 June 2012 and is currently estimated at $407,111, approximately $353 per square foot. This property was built in 1982. 9747 Softwater Way is a home located in Howard County with nearby schools including Guilford Elementary School, Hammond Middle School, and Hammond High School.

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