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$579,189$284 / 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 95How 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 $199,000 on Oct 24, 1994

9490 RIDGEVIEW DR

COLUMBIA, MD 21046
2.5
Baths
2,040 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1993
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$579K
$548K low$611K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$199,000 · Oct 24, 1994

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,145 (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.$501,233 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$479,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$545,500

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyHOWARD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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.Deck · 195 ft²

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

E
Guilford Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Hammond High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Lake Elkhorn Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi

District: Howard County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21046These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
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.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.2%
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.16,201
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,043 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$137,219
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$155,930
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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

9490 Ridgeview Dr 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Columbia 21046
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Columbia 21046
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Howard County
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Columbia 21046

What homes are worth in Columbia 21046

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

This home
$255K$835K

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Columbia 21046.

How it measures up in Columbia 21046

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Columbia 21046.

Estimated value$579,189
CheaperTypical $510,929Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$284
CheaperTypical $306Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area2,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,656 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 9490 Ridgeview Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColumbia 21046Howard County
Estimated valuepricier than$579,18959% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28431% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than2,040 ft²75% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac48% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than199386% of homes60% of homes

About 9490 Ridgeview Dr

How much is 9490 Ridgeview Dr, Columbia, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9490 Ridgeview Dr, Columbia, MD is $579,189 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $547,715 to $610,663. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9490 Ridgeview Dr, Columbia, MD last sell?

9490 Ridgeview Dr, Columbia, MD last sold on Oct 24, 1994 for $199,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 9490 Ridgeview Dr, Columbia, MD?

9490 Ridgeview Dr, Columbia, MD has 2.5 bathrooms, 2,040 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 9490 Ridgeview Dr, Columbia, MD built?

9490 Ridgeview Dr, Columbia, MD was built in 1993, making it 33 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 9490 Ridgeview Dr, Columbia, MD?

9490 Ridgeview Dr, Columbia, MD is assigned to Guilford Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Hammond High School (high), rated B+; Lake Elkhorn 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 9490 Ridgeview Dr, Columbia, MD compare to other homes in Columbia 21046?

Among the 5,059 homes in Columbia 21046, it is worth more than 59% of them ($579,189 against a typical $510,929), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($284 against a typical $306), it is bigger than 75% of them (2,040 ft² against a typical 1,656 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (1993 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Howard County, it is worth more than 44% 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 9490 Ridgeview Dr, Columbia, MD?

The 2026 property tax bill for 9490 Ridgeview Dr, Columbia, MD was $7,145. The county assessed it at $501,233.

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