NOT LISTED FOR SALE

9826 Softwater Way Columbia, MD 21046

Kings Contrivance Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $457,000 - $475,814

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
1,877 Sq Ft
$250/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 31, 2020

Last sale price $365,000 $194 Per Sq Ft

Est. 29% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,119/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Central Air
  • Hammond Middle School Rated A
  • Community Pool
  • West Facing Home

About This Home

As of August 2020

Don't miss out on this gem in Columbia! Well maintained and updated larger unit in the highly sought after Huntington Community in the Village of Kings Contrivance. Complete kitchen remodel with granite countertops and Kraftmaid cabinetry. Rarely available wood burning fireplace on the main level! Owners suite has a great view of the community green space and with a walk-in closet and two other spacious closets. Custom shower and double vanity in the owner's suite bathroom. Hardwood floors throughout the first floor. Spacious bedroom, full bathroom and large living area on the lower level; great for visiting family, guests, and growing families. Right behind the house is you will find an entrance to the Patuxent Branch Trail with access to amenities throughout Columbia and Howard County. Conveniently located to Baltimore/Washington via I-95, Route 32, Route 29 and Route 100.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dale Terrill

Monument Sotheby's International Realty License #643853 Listed on: 07/14/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Reginald Harrison

Redfin Corp

Redfin Corp

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,606

Year Built

  • Built in 1982

Lot Details

  • 1,481 Sq Ft Lot
  • West Facing Home
  • Property is in very good condition

HOA Fees

  • $38 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Glass Doors

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Basement Windows

Parking

  • Free Parking
  • Lighted Parking
  • On-Street Parking
  • Parking Lot
  • 1 Assigned Parking Space

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot B 70
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1416171956

Community Details

Overview

  • $882 Recreation Fee
  • Association fees include lawn maintenance, snow removal, common area maintenance
  • The Hideaway Association
  • Kings Contrivance Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,606

Year Built

Built in 1982

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$38 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2020-07-14
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1982
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Remarks Public: Don't miss out on this gem in Columbia! Well maintained and updated larger unit in the highly sought after Huntington Community in the Village of Kings Contrivance. Complete kitchen remodel with granite countertops and Kraftmaid cabinetry. Rarely available wood burning fireplace on the main level! Owners suite has a great view of the community green space and with a walk-in closet and two other spacious closets. Custom shower and double vanity in the owner's suite bathroom. Hardwood floors throughout the first floor. Spacious bedroom, full bathroom and large living area on the lower level; great for visiting family, guests, and growing families. Right behind the house is you will find an entrance to the Patuxent Branch Trail with access to amenities throughout Columbia and Howard County. Conveniently located to Baltimore/Washington via I-95, Route 32, Route 29 and Route 100.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Fireplace Features: Fireplace - Glass Doors, Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished, Daylight, Full, Improved, Walkout Level, Windows
  • Laundry Type: Basement, Has Laundry, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 2280
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1877
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 238.16
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1520
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 357
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 403
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 760
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 9826

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Assigned Spaces Count: 1
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway, Assigned, Free, Lighted Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street, Parking Lot

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 456.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Lawn Maintenance, Snow Removal, Common Area Maintenance
  • HOA Name: THE HIDEAWAY ASSOCIATION
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: 882.00
  • Association Recreation Fee: Yes

Fee Information

  • Front Foot Fee Pymt Freq: Annually

Schools

  • School District: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM
  • School District Key: 121139568958
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 199600.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 101200.00
  • Land Use Code: 010
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1481.00
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2020
  • Zoning: NT
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No
  • Rent Spree Online Application: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 15423076
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4606.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1416171956
  • Tax Lot: B 70
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1877
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Close Date: 08/31/2020

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 14, 2020
Closed on
Aug 31, 2020
Sold by
Warren Susan D
Bought by
Balasavage Timothy and Balasavage Pat Murtagh
Seller's Agent
Dale Terrill
Monument Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Reginald Harrison
Redfin Corp
List Price
$362,000
Sold Price
$365,000
Premium/Discount to List
$3,000
0.83%
Current Estimated Value
$469,204

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$104,204
Original Mortgage
$315,000
Outstanding Balance
$286,860
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 25, 1999
Sold by
Imc Mortgage Company Lp
Bought by
Warren Susan D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 22, 1999
Sold by
Jones Danny
Bought by
Imc Mortgage Company Lp

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 15, 1982
Sold by
Howard Homes Building Co
Bought by
Jones Danny
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
Balasavage Timothy $365,000 Safeguard Title Ins Agcy Inc
Warren Susan D $110,000 --
Imc Mortgage Company Lp $112,410 --
Jones Danny $75,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Balasavage Timothy $315,000
Previous Owner Warren Susan D $60,000
Previous Owner Warren Susan D $20,000
Closed Warren Susan D --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/31/2020 08/31/20 Sold $365,000 +0.8% $194 / Sq Ft
07/17/2020 07/17/20 Pending -- -- --
07/14/2020 07/14/20 For Sale $362,000 -- $193 / 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 $5,519 $354,767 $0 $0
2023 $5,225 $337,200 $130,000 $207,200
2022 $5,011 $325,067 $0 $0
2021 $4,749 $312,933 $0 $0
2020 $4,662 $300,800 $101,200 $199,600
2019 $4,267 $295,900 $0 $0
2018 $4,247 $291,000 $0 $0
2017 $3,962 $286,100 $0 $0
2016 $742 $277,867 $0 $0
2015 $742 $269,633 $0 $0
2014 $724 $261,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Dale Terrill

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Dale Terrill

    Monument Sotheby's International Realty

    (410) 440-3406

    1 in this area

    48 Total Sales

    Dale Terrill
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  • Reginald Harrison

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Reginald Harrison

    Redfin Corp

    (443) 375-7216

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDHW282042

Bright MLS

APN: 16-171956

Maryland Howard County Columbia 21046 Kings Contrivance

9826 Softwater Way, Columbia, MD

This home is located at 9826 Softwater Way, Columbia, MD 21046 since 14 July 2020 and is currently estimated at $469,204, approximately $249 per square foot. This property was built in 1982. 9826 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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