Pending7d on market
5161 Scarecrow Ct
Columbia, MD, 21045 • 21045 • Howard County
$600,000
$305/sqft
Down payment assistance available
4Beds
3Baths
1,968Sqft
0.18 acLot
1972Built
Property DNA
Contemporary Style
Built 1972 · 54 years of history
Oakland Mills
21045
Outdoor Living
Patio
1 Fireplace
Cozy heat source
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
2-Car Garage
Storage · Garage Faces Front · Attached · Driveway
Ceramic Tile & Hardwood & Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 7 days ago · 1,908 views · 96 saves · Top 7% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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$305/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1972
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."
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights thoughtfully renovated kitchen, light-filled freshly painted interior, and abundant natural light as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$3,800/month
Principal & Interest$2,883
Property Tax$600
Insurance$200
HOA$117
Down payment20% ($120,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.02% rate · 30yr fixed · $480,000 loan
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At a glance
Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1972
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Parking2 Attached Garage spaces
HOA$1,400 annually
Lot7,659 sqft
Days on Zillow7 Days
Price/sqft$305
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleContemporary
Year built1972
Stories2
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
ConstructionVinyl Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingStorage, Garage Faces Front, Attached, Driveway
Garage2 spaces
Fireplaces1
Lot7,659 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood21045
ZoningNT
Annual tax$6,487
Parcel16106623
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
HOA$117/mo
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Attic
Dining Area
Open Floorplan
Bathroom - Tub Shower
Upgraded Countertops
Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Appliances
Dishwasher
Disposal
Dryer
Exhaust Fan
Microwave
Oven
Oven/Range - Electric
Refrigerator
Washer
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Hardwood
Laminate
Wood
Heating
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Electric
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Parking
Storage
Garage Faces Front
Attached
Driveway
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Patio & Porch
Patio
Pool Features
Community
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
1 room detailed
Basement
0
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusPending
Days on market7
Est. value$593,500
Est. rent$3,185/mo
Tax rate1.10%
Price/sqft$305
On marketApr 2, 2026
PostedApr 2, 2026
Last sold$480,000
MLS updatedApr 5, 2026
Tour days6
Views1,908
Favorites96
How are the schools in Columbia?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Columbia, MD, 21045
Price history
6 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 5, 2026Pending Sale$600,000$305Bright MLS
Apr 2, 2026Listed For Sale$600,000$305Bright MLS
Dec 9, 2020Sold$480,000$244Public Record
Oct 16, 2020Pending Sale$489,000$248Fortune Washington Realty Group LLC
Oct 9, 2020Listed For Sale$475,000$241Fortune Washington Realty Group LLC
Feb 8, 2008Sold$382,500$194Public Record
Pending Sale$600,000
Apr 5, 2026•$305/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$600,000
Apr 2, 2026•$305/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$480,000
Dec 9, 2020•$244/sqft•Public Record
Pending Sale$489,000
Oct 16, 2020•$248/sqft•Fortune Washington Realty Group LLC
Listed For Sale$475,000
Oct 9, 2020•$241/sqft•Fortune Washington Realty Group LLC
Sold$382,500
Feb 8, 2008•$194/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
26 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025—$459,267
Apr 10, 2024$4,772$423,833
Apr 10, 2023$4,373$388,400
Apr 10, 2022$4,076$388,400
Apr 10, 2021$3,779$335,600
Apr 10, 2020$3,482$309,200
Apr 10, 2019$3,482$309,200
Apr 10, 2018$3,760$309,200
Apr 10, 2017$4,757$321,400
Apr 10, 2016$1,014$311,233
Apr 10, 2015$1,014$301,067
Apr 10, 2014$989$290,900
Apr 10, 2013—$290,900
Apr 10, 2012—$290,900
Apr 10, 2011—$341,100
Apr 10, 2010—$337,216
Apr 10, 2009—$333,303
Apr 10, 2008—$329,390
Apr 10, 2007—$292,892
Apr 10, 2006—$256,396
Apr 10, 2005—$219,900
Apr 10, 2004—$200,032
Apr 10, 2003—$180,166
Apr 10, 2002—$160,300
Apr 10, 2001—$158,742
Apr 10, 2000—$62,870
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Columbia, MD • Howard County
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
21044210452104621150
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