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An all-access pass to everything
While ten villages make up Columbia, Maryland's first planned community, Columbia Town Center serves as its nerve center. The town center was designed to be the community’s gathering place for shopping, restaurants and entertainment, and it includes a mall, movie theaters, several eateries, outdoor pavilions and a dinner theater. “Recent buyers were thrilled about having live music within walking distance,” says Realtor Andy Rubin with Re/Max Realty Centre Inc. “The area has a high walk score, with tons of places to eat, shop and enjoy the outdoors.” With so many conveniences in one place, it’s no wonder that Columbia is ranked one of the happiest cities in America by WalletHub.
Columbia Town Center is a vibrant and scenic place to live.
Columbia Town Center allows you to be within walking distance of all wants and necessities.
Perfect for all skill levels, Yoga In The Park at Symphony Woods is a free event put on by CA.
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Appealing townhouses and condos
Residences in Columbia Town Center are designed for the urban lifestyle and feature a mix of townhouses and condos. “Many of the homes here are relatively new, built in the early 2000s,” Rubin says. “Because of architectural requirements, they all fit well together and maintain curb appeal, whether they were built in the ’70s or more recently, a testament to the planning.” Many homes offer special touches like hardwood floors, double windows with bench seating, French doors that open onto back decks and gourmet kitchens. Others feature gas fireplaces, attached one-car garages and covered balconies. However they’re designed, Town Center homes are within steps of shopping, restaurants and more. They can list for between $225,000 for a beautiful one-bedroom starter condo to as much as $575,000 for a three-bedroom, three-level luxury townhouse.
The townhomes in Columbia Town Center are well built and have character.
Live in a beautiful apartment in Columbia Town Center.
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Straight-A schools
The schools that serve the village all received top marks from Niche. Bryant Woods Elementary received an A-minus. During Black History Month, the school encouraged students to learn about ground-breaking African American STEM innovators. Wilde Lake Middle, another A-minus school, received a LEED certification on the environmental sustainability of its building, a valuable lesson to students. At Wilde Lake High, which scored an A, students can choose from career academies in culinary science, engineering, marketing and teaching.
WIlde Lake Middle School in Columbia Town Center teachers grades 6th-8th.
Wilde Lake High School has over 18,000 total students in Columbia Town Center.
Bryant Woods Middle School in Columbia Town Center has 360 students.
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Lakefront recreation
Recreation around Lake Kittamaqundi abounds in Columbia Town Center. Residents can enjoy the playground at Bailey Park, walk under the Kittamaqundi Fountain or stop at the Columbia Lakefront Stage for live concerts. The “Lake Kitt” Loop is a paved trail that encircles the lake, good for morning runs or peaceful walks with geese. A fishing pier and boat launch also make this shallow, manmade lake a fun recreational spot. Wilde Lake Park nearby has similar amenities, including walking paths and playgrounds. Sports facilities can be found near schools and subdivisions, such as the Vantage Point tennis courts and Smooth Meadow basketball courts.
Columbia Town Center overlooks Lake Kittamaqundi which is a great spot to enjoy with friends.
While in Columbia Town Center, take a stroll down to the water or listen to a live band.
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Merriweather Post Pavilion
Ranked fourth out of the top ten amphitheaters in America by Rolling Stone, Merriweather Post Pavilion was designed by architect Frank Gehry to create a concert experience married to nature. Symphony Woods, a 36-acre park, surrounds the concert venue. Artists from Jimi Hendrix to Led Zeppelin to Florance and the Machine have performed here.
See your favorite artists at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia Town Center.
Merriweather is a safe and fun venue for all ages in Columbia.
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Where to shop and dine
Residents can shop at the lakefront Whole Foods or Lidl, part of the massive Mall in Columbia. The mall itself features over 200 retailers and a comprehensive food court. For a night out, locals might head to Union Jack’s for a pint or to the Walrus Oyster and Ale House for a seafood supper. Afterward, they can catch the latest movie at the local IMAX theater.
Howard Community College near Columbia Town Center is a great place to find your future career.
Warlus Oyster and Ale House in Columbia Town Center is perfect for a date night.
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Getting around in Columbia
Residents can access MTA and Howard Transit buses, and almost 100 miles of paved trails connect Town Center to other villages in Columbia. Routes 29, 32 and 108 and Interstate 95 are minutes away, taking commuters into Baltimore, 20 miles away, and Washington, D.C., 30 miles away. The closest MARC train can be boarded at Dorsey Station, a 10-mile drive, and Baltimore-Washington International Airport is less than 20 miles.
In Columbia Town Center you can walk from the mall to Lake Kittamaqundi by using the bridge.
Take the bus in Columbia Town Center.
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Important community resources
The Central Branch of the Howard County Library is next to Merriweather and offers classes, events and special collections. In the heart of Columbia, Howard Community College offers two-year degree, transfer and trade certification programs. Next door, the Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center offers a full range of hospital and wellness services from one of the country’s premier academic medical systems.
Need a good book to read? The Howard County Library is located in Columbia Town Center.
The Howard County Library is a great spot to study in Columbia Town Center.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Parks in this Area
Color Burst Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Trails
Swansfield Playground
Basketball
Pool
Playground
Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods
Events
Parking Lot
Amphitheater
Wilde Lake
Fishing
Lake
Trails
Vantage Point Neighborhood Park
Dog Park
Golf
Picnic Area
Bailey Park
Boating
Lake
Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall
27 min drive
Bus
Columbia Mall & Ring Rd Wb
Bus
Mall In Columbia & South Lot (Eastbound)
Bus
Mall In Columbia
Bus
Little Patuxent Pkwy & Central Library
Bus
Little Patuxent Pkwy & Wincopin Cir (Northbound)
Bus
Merriweather Dr & Valencia Ln (Westbound)
Bus
Little Patuxent Pkwy & Swift Stream Pl
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Columbia Town Center
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Columbia Town Center, Columbia sell after 14 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Columbia Town Center, Columbia over the last 12 months is $419,814, up 14% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Lovely ground floor 2BR 2BA condo with garage in the gated community of the Whitney at Town Centre. 9 ft ceilings, trey ceiling in dining room, gas fireplace, garage entrance into home, screened in patio and more. Located just across from the mall in Columbia, there are amenities all around...from live music at Merriweather Post, Fine Dining, lakefront activities and more. Home is currently
Back On The Market! Seller Prefers Lakeside Title. Spacious Condo featuring a secured building, 2 bedrooms, 2 full bedrooms, a 2nd floor loft area, wood floors, laundry room, two outside porch/deck area, and much more. Located near Columbia Mall, the Lake, restaurants, parks, trails, and the library.
Beautiful and spacious town home nestled in the privacy of the neighborhood of Governors Grant, backing to woods. This home offers three bedrooms and an open floor plan on the upper level with a living room, dining room, kitchen and family room all with gleaming hardwood floors. The family room has access to the balcony and the quiet outdoors by the trees. The ample garage has plenty of room for
Get to know 10X Columbia Town Center. A thoughtfully designed community, boasting spacious apartments and an unbeatable location, right in the heart of Columbia Town Center. With Direct, on-site access to the Downtown Columbia Trail and Whole Foods, and close proximity to The Columbia Mall, Symphony Woods, Lake Kittamaqundi, Toby's Dinner Theatre, and HO. CO. Library, our location is
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,766
Median Age
39
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$111,649
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$125,086
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.1%
College Graduates
68.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
36.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
15''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
82/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
86/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
51/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
