City Guide
Columbia, MD
Overview
Columbia, MD is known for being comprised of 10 self-contained villages. The village concept gives Columbia a small-town feel even though its population is nearly 130,000. Living in Columbia means you'll have access to a vibrant town center featuring Lake Kittamaqundi, a promenade, restaurants, a mall with a variety of shops, department stores, and a multiplex movie theater. A fun fact about Columbia is that it hosts The Columbia Triathlon, one of the longest-running races in America
What’s it like to live in Columbia, MD ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Columbia, MD you'll find that the median sale price is
$478,000
and homes stay on the market for 12 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Columbia are $650,000
and $272,500
, respectively. Columbia area townhouses have a median sale price of $440,000
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Columbia, MDExplore our Columbia housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Columbia home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Columbia rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Columbia rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Columbia, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Columbia
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
Long Reach | $452,000 | 91 / 100 | 34 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Kings Contrivance | $453,000 | 92 / 100 | 24 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Wilde Lake | $530,000 | 88 / 100 | 50 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
River Hill | $1,122,500 | 90 / 100 | 19 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Maple Lawn | $1,053,750 | 91 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Columbia
See all homes for saleRental listings in Columbia
See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listingsColumbia Migration & Relocation Trends
In Feb '24 - Apr '24, 18% of Columbia homebuyers searched to move out of Columbia, while 82% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Columbia from outside metros.
- New York homebuyers searched to move into Columbia more than any other metro followed by Hartford and Atlanta.
Where are people moving to Columbia from?
- 82% of Columbia homebuyers searched to stay within the Columbia metropolitan area.
- Salisbury was the most popular destination among Columbia homebuyers followed by Virginia Beach and Miami.
Where are people from Columbia moving to?
Number of People Moving to Columbia
least
most
People are moving to Columbia from
Inbound | Net inflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Feb '24 - Apr '24 | ||
1 | 3,393 | ||
2 | 1,561 | ||
3 | 642 | ||
4 | 348 | ||
5 | 314 | ||
6 | 19 | ||
7 | 12 | ||
8 | 12 | ||
9 | 10 | ||
10 | 9 |
People are leaving Columbia for
Outbound | Net outflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Feb '24 - Apr '24 | ||
1 | 4,468 | ||
2 | 2,447 | ||
3 | 1,942 | ||
4 | 1,579 | ||
5 | 1,486 | ||
6 | 1,371 | ||
7 | 1,288 | ||
8 | 1,272 | ||
9 | 947 | ||
10 | 832 |
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Columbia, MD ?
Columbia, MD, boasts a wide range of activities from dining at delicious restaurants to visiting one of the many parks. Some of the more popular museums in Columbia include the African Art Museum of Maryland and the Artists' Gallery. Merriweather Post Pavilion and Toby's Dinner Theatre are just a handful of performing arts venues that contribute to the city's unique arts and culture scene. Columbia is known for its nature preserves and parks. You can spend time exploring green spaces such as Blandair Regional Park, Cedar Lane Park, and Sewells Orchard Park. Some of the must-try restaurants and eateries in Columbia include BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse, Kings Contrivance Restaurant, and Hunan Manor Restaurant, which are sure to please your taste buds.
Explore some of the best things to do in Columbia
What's the best way to get around Columbia, MD ?
The best way to get around Columbia is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Columbia has a walk score of 33, meaning this area is car dependent. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. Columbia has a transit score of 28, with a few nearby public transportation options. You can also get around Columbia by bike. With a bike score of 32, there is a minimal amount of infrastructure for biking.
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
Some Transit
Transit Score®
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
Columbia Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 6 car rental locations.