5206 Hesperus Drive, Columbia, MD 21044
- $680,000
- 4
- BD
- 3
- BA
- 1,716
- SqFt
- Sold Price
- $680,000
- List Price
- $675,000
- Closing Date
- Jun 26, 2026
- MLS#
- MDHW2068564
- Year Built
- 1969
- Status
- CLOSED
- Type
- Single Family Residential
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Baths All
- 3
- Baths Full
- 3
- Living Area
- 1,716
- Total SqFt
- 2720
- County
- Howard
- Subdivision
- Longfellow
Property Description
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.
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Additional Information
- Other Structures
- Above Grade, Below Grade
- Structure List
- Above Grade, Below Grade
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Pool
- Yes
- Style
- Ranch/Rambler, Colonial
- Interior Features
- Attic, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Country, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Wood Floors
- Basement
- Yes
- Cooling Fuel
- Electric
- Cooling
- Central A/C, Programmable Thermostat
- Heating Fuel
- Natural Gas
- Heating
- Central, Programmable Thermostat
- Hot Water
- Natural Gas
- Sewer Septic
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- HOA Fee
- $1,295
- HOA Payment Frequency
- Annually
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Possession
- Immediate
- Days on Market
- 5
- Acres
- 0.21
- Parking
- Concrete Driveway
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- HOA
- Yes
- Community Amenities
- Baseball Field, Basketball Courts, Bike Trail, Boat Dock/Slip, Boat Ramp, Common Grounds, Community Center, Club House, Day Care, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Golf Club, Golf Course Membership Available, Horse Trails, Hot tub, Jog/Walk Path, Lake, Non-Lake Recreational Area, Pickleball Courts, Picnic Area, Pier/Dock, Pool - Indoor, Pool - Outdoor, Putting Green, Racquet Ball, Soccer Field, Tennis - Indoor, Tennis Courts, Tot Lots/Playground, Volleyball Courts, Water/Lake Privileges
- Homeowner Association Fee
- 1295