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$358,763$264 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $350,000 on Jun 25, 2025

5787 ALDERLEAF PL

COLUMBIA, MD 21045
2.5
Baths
1,360 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1,437 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$359K
$304K low$413K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$350,000 · Jun 25, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,327 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$339,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$160,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$179,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$322,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$339,500

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyHOWARD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 192 ft²

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Phelps Luck Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Howard High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Bonnie Branch Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.8 mi

District: Howard County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21045These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.40,881
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,128 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$115,208
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$141,105
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

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How this home compares

5787 Alderleaf Pl measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 90% of homes in Howard County
  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Howard County
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Howard County
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Howard County
  • Older than 84% of homes in Howard County

What homes are worth in Columbia 21045

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$185K$754K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Columbia 21045.

How it measures up in Columbia 21045

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Columbia 21045.

Estimated value$358,763
CheaperTypical $476,663Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$264
CheaperTypical $290Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area1,360 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,548 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size1,437 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 5787 Alderleaf Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLong ReachColumbia 21045Howard County
Estimated valuepricier than$358,76325% of homes16% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26438% of homes26% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than1,360 ft²39% of homes36% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,437 ft²9% of homes7% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than197218% of homes25% of homes16% of homes

About 5787 Alderleaf Pl

How much is 5787 Alderleaf Pl, Columbia, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5787 Alderleaf Pl, Columbia, MD is $358,763 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $304,034 to $413,492. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5787 Alderleaf Pl, Columbia, MD last sell?

5787 Alderleaf Pl, Columbia, MD last sold on Jun 25, 2025 for $350,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5787 Alderleaf Pl, Columbia, MD?

5787 Alderleaf Pl, Columbia, MD has 2.5 bathrooms, 1,360 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 5787 Alderleaf Pl, Columbia, MD built?

5787 Alderleaf Pl, Columbia, MD was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5787 Alderleaf Pl, Columbia, MD?

5787 Alderleaf Pl, Columbia, MD is assigned to Phelps Luck Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Howard High School (high), rated A+; Bonnie Branch Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Howard County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5787 Alderleaf Pl, Columbia, MD compare to other homes in Columbia 21045?

Among the 12,651 homes in Columbia 21045, it is worth more than 16% of them ($358,763 against a typical $476,663), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($264 against a typical $290), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,360 ft² against a typical 1,548 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (1,437 ft² against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1972 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Howard County, it is worth more than 10% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5787 Alderleaf Pl, Columbia, MD?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5787 Alderleaf Pl, Columbia, MD was $5,327. The county assessed it at $339,500.

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