5206 HESPERUS DRIVE

Columbia, MD 21044

$675,000

No longer for sale
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,720
Sq Ft
1969
Built
5206 HESPERUS DRIVE - Photo 1

Listing details

Nestled in Columbia’s desirable Longfellow neighborhood, this well-maintained ranch-style home offers the comfort and convenience of one-level living with flexible spaces throughout. Thoughtfully cared for by the owner, the home presents a move-in ready opportunity with the potential for future cosmetic updates to truly make it your own. A welcoming covered front porch and fresh exterior job paint set the tone, while inside you’ll find resurfaced wood floors, fresh interior paint, and a functional layout designed for everyday living with key entertainment spaces. The front of the home features a separate foyer and spacious great room highlighted by custom built-ins surrounding the fireplace. Just beyond the main living area, the three-season room with vaulted ceiling provides a relaxing extension of the living space overlooking the fenced rear yard. The lower level offers exceptional versatility with an expansive recreation area, additional built-ins, a private office, bonus bedroom, and full bathroom; ideal for guests, hobbies, or work-from-home needs. Major updates include resurfaced wood floors (2026), interior paint (2026), exterior paint (2026), professional landscaping (2026), water heater (2026), smoke/CO detectors (2026), HVAC (2022), washer/dryer (2023), windows replaced in 2016 & 2024, roof (2011), and ADT security system (2026). Enjoy Columbia’s renowned lifestyle with over 3,500 acres of parks, scenic lakes, miles of walking trails, top-rated schools, Merriweather Post Pavilion, the Columbia Arts Center, and endless dining and entertainment options nearby. Conveniently located between Baltimore and Washington, D.C., Columbia continues to offer one of the region’s most connected and vibrant communities. Priced and prepared for today’s market, this is a fantastic opportunity for buyers seeking a solid, well-cared-for home with room to personalize over time.

Location

Living in Columbia

Schools

SOL Pass Rate87%

Public schools

  • Wilde Lake High School
  • Atholton High School
  • Hammond High School

Commute

Drive to DC45 min

Major Routes

I-95, Rt 29, Rt 175, Rt 32

Walkability

Walk Score35/100
Transit Score18/100
Bike Score42/100

Car-Dependent

Safety

Safe

18% below Virginia average

Violent crime1 per 1K
Property crime12.8 per 1K

Property Tax

Rate$1.01 per $100
2024

~$6,845/yr on median home

Howard County rate

Listed by Ricky Cantore III, RE/MAX Advantage RealtyMLS# 804930171696Listing via Bright MLS IDXUpdated Jun 26, 2026

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