NOT LISTED FOR SALE

9860 Softwater Way Columbia, MD 21046

Kings Contrivance Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $450,000 - $486,246

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,508 Sq Ft
$189/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 26, 2017

Last sale price $310,000 $124 Per Sq Ft

Est. 53% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,149/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Hammond Middle School Rated A
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Breakfast Room

About This Home

As of October 2017

All brick end unit townhome nestled in Kings Contrivance offering freshly painted interiors, gleaming hardwood floors, spacious KIT w/garden window, Hunter Douglas sun shade, planning station& a casual dining area. MBD w/vanity area& en suite bath. LL family rm opt In-law suite w/family rm, wd burning FP, 4th BD, FBA, laundry& a walkout to a stunning patio w/scenic view. Minutes to Harris Teeter!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Creig Northrop

Northrop Realty Listed on: 09/28/2017

Northrop Realty

Co-Listed By

Bonnie Casey Broccolino

Northrop Realty License #97969

Last Buyer's Agent

Susan Souder

Northrop Realty License #35029

Northrop Realty

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,092

Year Built

  • Built in 1982

Lot Details

  • 2,265 Sq Ft Lot
  • 1 Common Wall
  • Landscaped
  • No Through Street
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Property is in very good condition

HOA Fees

  • $36 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Fireplace With Glass Doors
  • Screen For Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Atrium Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Sliding Doors
  • Insulated Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Front Loading Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Connecting Stairway
  • Rear Basement Entry
  • Basement Windows

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Hammond Elementary And Middle School
  • Hammond High School

Utilities

  • Humidifier
  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Water Dispenser
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot B 84
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1416172103

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance
  • $70 Other Monthly Fees
  • The Hideaway Community Assoc Community
  • Village Of Kings Contrivance Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to covenants

Recreation

  • Community Playground

Additional Features

  • Common Area
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,092

Year Built

Built in 1982

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$36 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: End Of Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1982
  • Remarks Public: All brick end unit townhome nestled in Kings Contrivance offering freshly painted interiors, gleaming hardwood floors, spacious KIT w/garden window, Hunter Douglas sun shade, planning station& a casual dining area. MBD w/vanity area& en suite bath. LL family rm opt In-law suite w/family rm, wd burning FP, 4th BD, FBA, laundry& a walkout to a stunning patio w/scenic view. Minutes to Harris Teeter!
  • Special Assessment Payment: Annually
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Exhaust Fan, Humidifier, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Single, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer, Water Dispenser, Water Heater
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Area, Kitchen - Table Space, Combination Dining/Living, Kitchen - Eat-In, Primary Bath(s), Crown Moldings, Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Recessed Lighting, Floor Plan - Open
  • Window Features: Atrium, Screens
  • Fireplace Features: Equipment, Fireplace - Glass Doors, Screen
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
  • Door Features: Insulated, Sliding Glass
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Laundry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Daylight, Full, Fully Finished, Heated, Walkout Level, Windows
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 2508
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2508
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 188.40
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1672
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 836
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 836
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 9860

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • 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: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: General Common Elements

Utilities

  • Refuse: 225.00
  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 430.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Common Grounds, Tot Lots/Playground
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Management Type: Professional - Off-Site
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Rules: Covenants
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Other Fees: 844.00
  • Other Fees Frequency: Annually

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 183500.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 105000.00
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Landscaping, No Thru Street
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Size Area: 2265
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2265.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony, Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2017
  • Zoning: NT

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 15423091
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4091.84
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1416172103
  • Tax Lot: B 84
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1672
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Close Date: 10/26/2017

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 28, 2017
Closed on
Oct 24, 2017
Sold by
Blase Celeste
Bought by
Zhang Ning
Seller's Agent
Creig Northrop
Northrop Realty
Buyer's Agent
Susan Souder
Northrop Realty
List Price
$315,000
Sold Price
$310,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.59%
Current Estimated Value
$473,312

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$163,312
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.97%
Original Mortgage
$248,000
Outstanding Balance
$209,900
Interest Rate
3.78%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$273,260

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 6, 1989
Sold by
Bottone Donald C
Bought by
Blase Celeste

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$107,000
Interest Rate
9.82%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 26, 1982
Sold by
Howard Homes Building Co
Bought by
Bottone Donald C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,250
Interest Rate
13.77%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 28, 1982
Sold by
95-32 Corporation
Bought by
Howard Homes Building Co
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
Zhang Ning $310,000 None Available
Blase Celeste $142,000 --
Bottone Donald C $80,200 --
Howard Homes Building Co $8,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Zhang Ning $162,110
Open Zhang Ning $248,000
Previous Owner Blase Celeste $107,000
Previous Owner Bottone Donald C $50,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/26/2017 10/26/17 Sold $310,000 -1.6% $124 / Sq Ft
10/01/2017 10/01/17 Pending -- -- --
09/28/2017 09/28/17 For Sale $315,000 -- $126 / 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 $5,713 $367,600 $0 $0
2023 $5,556 $360,200 $130,000 $230,200
2022 $5,299 $345,100 $0 $0
2021 $4,865 $330,000 $0 $0
2020 $4,865 $314,900 $105,000 $209,900
2019 $4,738 $306,100 $0 $0
2018 $4,349 $297,300 $0 $0
2017 $4,212 $288,500 $0 $0
2016 $815 $279,800 $0 $0
2015 $815 $271,100 $0 $0
2014 $796 $262,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Creig Northrop

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Creig Northrop

    Creig Northrop Team of Long & Foster

    (410) 884-8354

    5 in this area

    560 Total Sales

    Creig Northrop
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  • Bonnie Casey Broccolino

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    Bonnie Casey Broccolino

    Creig Northrop Team of Long & Foster

    (443) 506-5553

    37 Total Sales

    Bonnie Casey Broccolino
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  • Susan Souder

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Susan Souder

    Creig Northrop Team of Long & Foster

    (410) 370-8491

    50 Total Sales

    Susan Souder
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003303141

Bright MLS

APN: 16-172103

Maryland Howard County Columbia 21046 Kings Contrivance

9860 Softwater Way, Columbia, MD

This home is located at 9860 Softwater Way, Columbia, MD 21046 since 28 September 2017 and is currently estimated at $473,312, approximately $188 per square foot. This property was built in 1982. 9860 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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