Welcome to 5538 Vantage Point Road! Tucked away in one of Columbia's most desirable communities, this beautifully maintained four-level townhome offers nearly 2,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, blending comfort, style, and convenience. Featuring 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms, and an attached one-car garage with a private driveway, this home has room for everyone to spread out and enjoy. The inviting family room is the perfect place to gather, complete with custom built-ins and a cozy wood-burning fireplace overlooking the peaceful wooded backdrop. The updated kitchen features light cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and an effortless flow for both everyday living and entertaining. Retreat to the impressive Primary suite featuring soaring vaulted ceilings, a skylight that fills the room with natural light, and a beautifully updated en suite bath with double vanities, new tile, and a relaxing jetted soaking tub. The convenient upper-level laundry room with front-loading washer and dryer makes everyday living even easier. Step outside to your private rear patio and unwind while enjoying tranquil wooded views—your own peaceful escape after a long day. With a low monthly condo fee and an unbeatable Columbia location, you'll enjoy easy access to scenic lakes, miles of walking trails, parks, shopping, dining, The Mall in Columbia, the vibrant Merriweather District, commuter routes, and everything that has made Columbia consistently recognized as one of the nation's best places to live. This is more than a home, it's a lifestyle. Welcome home!
For sale
Price cut: $15K (8/14)
$415,000
5538 Vantage Point Rd, Columbia, MD 21044
3beds
1,986sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1986
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$209/sqft
$397/mo HOA
What's special
Cozy wood-burning fireplacePeaceful wooded backdropCustom built-insTranquil wooded viewsDouble vanitiesPrivate rear patioSoaring vaulted ceilings
- 38 days
- 1,762
- 90
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tasha Greene Coleman 202-744-9003,
Keller Williams Realty Centre 4103120000
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDHW2071858
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Breakfast Room, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Features: Skylight(s), Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling
- Level: Upper
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 16
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 X 15
Primary bathroom
- Features: Bathroom - Jetted Tub, Double Sink
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Level: Upper
Breakfast room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 12
Family room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 18
Half bath
- Level: Main
Half bath
- Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Level: Upper
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 X 9
Living room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 18
Heating
- Heat Pump, Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Cooktop, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Upper Level, Washer In Unit
Features
- Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Table Space, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,986
- Total interior livable area: 1,986 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,986
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
- Details: Garage Sqft: 220
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Pool features: Community
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 1415078863
- Zoning: NT
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Condo and coop fee: $397 monthly
- Subdivision: Glen Meadows
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Common Grounds
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Management, Reserve Funds, Snow Removal
- HOA name: Glen Meadows Condominium, Inc.
Location
- Region: Columbia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $209/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $353,600
- Annual tax amount: $5,463
- Date on market: 7/22/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Ownership: Condominium
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2026 | Price change | $415,000-3.5%$209/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDHW2071858 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $430,000+3.6%$217/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2071858 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2026 | Listing removed | $415,000+38.3%$209/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2063870 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2019 | Listing removed | $300,000$151/sqft |
Source: Redfin Corp #MDHW264728 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2019 | Price change | $300,000-4.8%$151/sqft |
Source: Redfin Corp #MDHW264728 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2019 | Price change | $315,000+5%$159/sqft |
Source: Redfin Corp #MDHW264728 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2019 | Listed for sale | $300,000+33.4%$151/sqft |
Source: Redfin Corp #MDHW264728 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2011 | Sold | $224,900-4.3%$113/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2011 | Price change | $234,900+100284.6%$118/sqft |
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2011 | Price change | $234-99.9% |
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2010 | Listed for sale | $234,900-2.1%$118/sqft |
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| 10/23/2010 | Listing removed | $239,900$121/sqft |
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| 10/14/2010 | Price change | $239,900-4%$121/sqft |
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| 9/18/2010 | Price change | $249,900-7.4%$126/sqft |
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2010 | Price change | $269,900-6.9%$136/sqft |
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2010 | Price change | $289,900+26%$146/sqft |
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem | ||
| 7/4/2010 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 3/18/2010 | Listing removed | $230,000$116/sqft |
Source: Exit Bennett Realty #HW7047113 Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2010 | Price change | $230,000-4.2%$116/sqft |
Source: Exit Bennett Realty #HW7047113 Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2010 | Price change | $240,000-4%$121/sqft |
Source: Exit Bennett Realty #HW7047113 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2010 | Price change | $250,000-9.4%$126/sqft |
Source: Exit Bennett Realty #HW7047113 Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2009 | Listed for sale | $276,000-20%$139/sqft |
Source: Exit Bennett Realty #HW7047113 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2007 | Sold | $345,000+88.5%$174/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/27/2002 | Sold | $183,000+25.3%$92/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2000 | Sold | $146,000$74/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,463 +40.1% | $350,000 +1% |
| 2024 | $3,900 +5.4% | $346,400 +5.4% |
| 2023 | $3,700 +5.7% | $328,600 -5.1% |
| 2022 | $3,500 +6.1% | $346,400 +18.2% |
| 2021 | $3,299 +1.7% | $293,000 +1.7% |
| 2020 | $3,246 +1.7% | $288,233 -1.6% |
| 2019 | $3,192 -5.8% | $293,000 +5.1% |
| 2018 | $3,389 -18.7% | $278,700 |
| 2017 | $4,167 +392.4% | $278,700 +7.7% |
| 2016 | $846 | $258,833 +4% |
| 2015 | $846 | $248,900 |
| 2014 | $846 | $248,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $248,900 -12% |
| 2012 | -- | $282,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $282,900 |
| 2010 | -- | $282,900 -22% |
| 2009 | -- | $362,490 +18.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $306,296 +22.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $250,103 +29% |
| 2006 | -- | $193,910 +11.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $173,776 +13.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $153,643 +15.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $133,510 |
| 2002 | -- | $133,510 |
| 2001 | -- | $133,510 +148.4% |
| 2000 | -- | $53,750 |
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Neighborhood: 21044
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Howard County Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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