Market Overview
Columbia's median sold price is $485K with homes averaging 24 days on market; Lexington Park is at $400K and 34 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Columbia is pricier ($485K median vs $400K), a difference of about $85K. Columbia moves faster, with homes averaging 24 days on market compared to 34 in Lexington Park. Lexington Park offers a lower entry point at $150K–$600K.
Columbia
MD
Lexington Park
MD
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$485K
$400K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
24 days
34 days
Price Range
$200K–$1.2M
$150K–$600K
Notable Neighborhoods
Wilde Lake, Kings Contrivance, River Hill, Long Reach
Town Center, Willows, San Souci, Wildewood
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Columbia or Lexington Park more affordable?
Lexington Park is more affordable with a median sold price of $400K, compared to $485K in Columbia (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Columbia prices range from $200K–$1.2M. Lexington Park prices range from $150K–$600K.
How do Columbia and Lexington Park compare?
Columbia is a master-planned community in Howard County, known for its village system, lakefront living, and area schools. Lexington Park is a community in St. The right choice depends on your priorities: budget, commute length, home types, and neighborhood feel. smover can connect you with a verified agent in either city.
Median sold prices and days on market are 12-month aggregates of settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026. School data from Virginia DOE, Maryland MSDE, and DC OSSE public reports. Property tax rates from Virginia Dept. of Taxation (2024). Walkability scores from Walk Score (2024). Crime data from FBI UCR and Virginia State Police (2023). Commute times are approximate rush-hour estimates. Updated August 2026.