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BEDS4 BATHS2 full 1 partial SQUARE FEET2,376 MLS#MDHW2066376
STATUSACTIVE PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family SUBDIVISIONLONG REACH SCHOOLHOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Property Description

Welcome to this beautifully updated colonial home in the highly sought-after Long Reach community of Columbia. Offering 4 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 baths, this home perfectly blends classic charm with modern upgrades—delivering comfort, style, and peace of mind. Step inside to a light-filled interior where natural sunlight flows effortlessly throughout. The inviting kitchen is both functional and stylish, featuring a sleek backsplash, updated lighting, and a convenient secondary sink/wet bar—perfect for your morning coffee or tea routine. The main level, fully remodeled in 2013, showcases updated flooring, cabinetry, appliances, and an open, refreshed layout ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, you’ll find generously sized bedrooms, including a versatile primary suite with an attached flex space—perfect as a home office, nursery, or private retreat. The upper level features recent updates including fresh paint and new carpeting (2023). The secondary bathrooms have been fully remodeled (2024–2025), while the primary bath has been refreshed with updated flooring. The finished basement (2023) expands your living space with new carpet, updated flooring, modern lighting, and freshly painted rooms. It also includes an additional flex room—ideal for a home office, gym, or guest space—and a rough-in for a future half bath, offering great potential for customization. Enjoy peace of mind with major system upgrades, including a new heat pump and HVAC system (2024), new water heater (2026), upgraded copper main water line (2023), and a durable 40/30-year architectural roof (2008). Additional enhancements include a new front door (2020), upper-level laundry relocation, and improved electrical systems. Outdoor living is just as impressive, with a sun deck (2022) and steps leading to a paved landing—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Additional exterior updates include updated bay windows and a resurfaced front walkway (2026). This meticulously maintained and thoughtfully upgraded home is a rare find in one of Columbia’s most desirable communities—conveniently located near amenities, walking trails, and everything Long Reach has to offer. Schedule your showing today!

8179 Tamar Drive | MLS# MDHW2066376

This single family home located at 8179 Tamar Drive , Columbia, MD 21045 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $749,900. This property was built in 1989 and has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 partial baths with 2376 sq. ft. Tamar Drive is located in the LONG REACH subdivision within the HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district. Search LONG REACH real estate on www.carolfertitta.com today.

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Property Features

Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Yes
Basement: Connecting Stairway, Fully Finished
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C
Fireplaces: 1
Fuel Type: Electric
Garage: 2
Heating: Heat Pump(s)
Home Style: Colonial
Lot Size: 0.30 Acres
Roof Type: Asphalt, Shingle
Stories: 3.0
Taxes: $7,106
Year Built: 1989

Feature Descriptions

Additional Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
Exterior: Frame, Vinyl Siding
Exterior: Awning(s), Sidewalks
Fireplace: Brick, Fireplace - Glass Doors
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
HOA Fee: $145.00/Monthly
Interior: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Living, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Kitchenette, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Wet/Dry Bar, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
Lot Dimensions: 0.30 Acre(S)
Parking Notes: 2 Total Parking Spaces
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Sewer: Public Sewer
SQFT Above Finished: 2376
SQFT Total Finished: 2376
Structure Type: Detached
Total Garage/Parking Spaces: 2
Water: Public
Windows: Double Pane, Screens

Local Schools

School District: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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Agency Name: The KW Collective
Agency Phone: 4435741600

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$ 2,479.84 per month $1,668.95 Principal & Interest $592.17 Property Tax $218.72 Homeowner's Insurance

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