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$652,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 1,968 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
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Welcome to 5161 Scarecrow Ct, a beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2 full and 1 half bath home tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in the heart of Columbia featuring an oversize two car garage with four additional driveway parking spaces. This inviting residence combines modern upgrades with a serene, nature-filled setting, offering both comfort and peace of mind. Step inside to discover a light-filled freshly painted interior enhanced by newer Pella windows (2021) with UV protection coating and newer Pella sliding doors (2021) framing views of surrounding trees and open sky. The thoughtfully renovated kitchen boasts stainless steel Whirlpool appliances (2020), sleek quartz countertops, and a layout perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Bathrooms have been tastefully updated with matching tilework and quartz finishes, creating a cohesive and modern feel throughout. Major improvements include vinyl siding (2024); extensive electrical work including new service cable, new panel with surge protection and new receptacles as well as switches and more (2023); attic fan (2023); water heater (2020); and roof (2019). With its extensive updates, abundant natural light, and prime location in a peaceful, nature-rich community with access to nearby neighborhood trails, US 29, MD 100 and I-95 this home is the perfect blend of style, function, and tranquility."

Full Property Details for 5161 Scarecrow Ct

General

  • Sold For: $652,000
  • HOA FEE: $117/month
  • HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
  • Taxes: $6,487 (2025)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
  • MLS ID: MDHW2064954
  • Added to Site: 52 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Attic, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Oven - Single, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminated

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Floor Baths: 2
  • Upper - Full Baths: 2
  • Main Floor Baths: 1
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms Upper: 4

Additional Information

  • Shared Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Yes

Exterior

  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s)

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 6
  • Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Garage Description: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry

Location

  • County: HOWARD
  • Subdivision: OAKLAND MILLS
  • Driving Directions: USE GPS

School Information

  • School District: Howard County Public Schools

Community

  • Association: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Walls/Ceilings: Cathedral Ceilings
  • Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
  • Square Feet: 1,968
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 1,968 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,968 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,659
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Zoning: NT

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $304.88
  • Association Fee: $1,400
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
  • Assessment Year: 2026
  • County Tax: $4,773
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $494,700
  • Tax Amount: $6,487
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Terms: Standard Sale
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1968

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 80

Listed by Samson Properties, Robert J Chew and Samson Properties, Brenda Yung
Sold by Samson Properties, Howard J Lerner

Listing agents

— 5161 Scarecrow Ct —

  • Robert J Chew

    Samson Properties

  • Brenda Yung

    Samson Properties

Listing Office Email: donnysamson@samsonproperties.net

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Schools serving 5161 Scarecrow Ct

School District:Howard County Public Schools
NameGradesDistance
Thunder Hill Elementary School
9357 Mellenbrook Road, Columbia, MD 21045
K-50.2 mi
Veterans Elementary School
4355 Montgomery Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043
K-52 mi
Oakland Mills Middle School
9540 Kilimanjaro Road, Columbia, MD 21045
6-81.6 mi
Oakland Mills High School
9410 Kilimanjaro Road, Columbia, MD 21045
9-121.4 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 5161 Scarecrow Ct

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/30/2026
Sold
$652,000
8.67%
MLS
4/02/2026
Listed
$600,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by Samson Properties, Robert J Chew and Samson Properties, Brenda Yung
Sold by Samson Properties, Howard J Lerner

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5161 Scarecrow Court, Columbia, MD 21045 (MLS# MDHW2064954) is a Single Family property that was sold at $652,000 on April 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 5161 Scarecrow Court? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Columbia? You can browse all Columbia real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.