5201 Hesperus Drive • Columbia, MD 21044

$790,000 Beds: 6 • Baths: 3 full • Sq. Feet: 2802 • MLS ID: MDHW2070752 • Subdivision: LONGFELLOW • School Dist: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Tucked into a premium 0.62-acre corner lot in the prestigious Longfellow neighborhood of West Columbia, this exquisitely maintained and thoughtfully updated mid-century contemporary offers over 3,400 square feet of beautifully finished living space, where timeless architecture meets a private oasis of lush, professionally landscaped grounds * An ornate iron gate welcomes you into a stunning courtyard surrounded by curated landscaping, creating a memorable entrance to both the home and attached two-car garage with EV charger. Inside, rich natural hardwood floors flow throughout the main level, beginning in the inviting foyer and continuing into light-filled living spaces designed for both everyday comfort and effortless entertaining * The gourmet eat-in kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and premium appliances, including an induction cooktop, separate downdraft grill, built-in microwave, and oven. A sunny breakfast nook opens seamlessly to the cozy family room, where custom built-ins and a dramatic wall of windows frame picturesque views of the surrounding landscape. The adjacent dining room opens through expansive French doors out to a recently added screened porch and oversized deck, creating the perfect setting for indoor-outdoor living * The main level also offers the convenience of a laundry room, making one-level living a breeze. The elegant living room is anchored by a wood-burning fireplace, complemented by recessed lighting and abundant natural light * Designed with flexibility in mind, the home features six above-grade bedrooms and three beautifully renovated full bathrooms. A thoughtfully designed addition serves as an ideal in-law suite, guest quarters, private home office, or multigenerational living space, complete with its own separate entrance, two bedrooms, and a full bath * The spacious primary suite provides a peaceful retreat with three closets and a beautifully renovated en-suite bath. An updated hall bathroom serves the additional bedrooms with timeless style * The finished walk-out lower level expands the home’s versatility with a large recreation room featuring custom built-ins, an office or exercise room, an additional storage room, each with windows that welcome natural light, and a generous utility room with direct access to the backyard * Throughout the home, upgraded windows and sliding doors, custom window treatments, and recessed lighting enhance both comfort and efficiency * Outside, the professionally designed landscape includes an irrigation system, architectural exterior lighting, mature plantings, and an expansive grassy side yard perfect for recreation, gardening, or simply enjoying the peaceful setting * Ideally located just minutes from Centennial Park, Wilde Lake, Hobbits Glen and Fairway Hills golf courses, and the vibrant Columbia Town Center and Merriweather District, residents enjoy exceptionThroughout the home, upgraded windows and sliding doors, custom window treatments, and recessed lighting enhance both comfort and efficiency * Outside, the professionally designed landscape includes an irrigation system, architectural exterior lighting, mature plantings, and an expansive grassy side yard perfect for recreation, gardening, or simply enjoying the peaceful setting * Ideally located just minutes from Centennial Park, Wilde Lake, Hobbits Glen and Fairway Hills golf courses, and the vibrant Columbia Town Center and Merriweather District, residents enjoy exceptional shopping, dining, entertainment, and year-round cultural events. Convenient access to Route 108 and every major commuter route between Baltimore and Washington, D.C., makes this remarkable property as practical as it is beautiful * A rare opportunity to own an architecturally distinctive home that seamlessly blends timeless mid-century design, modern updates, flexible living spaces, and an unparalleled natural setting in one of Columbia’s most sought-after neighborhoods * View this listing at: http://vancourtandhobbs.com/mls=MDHW2070752

Property Features

  • Garage: 2
  • Taxes: $8,088
  • Basement: Yes
  • Exterior: Frame
  • Parking Notes: 4 Total Parking Spaces
  • Lot Size: 0.62 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.62 Acre(S)
  • Heating: Central
  • Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central A/C
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Stories: 2.0
  • HOA Fee: $1640.62/Annually
  • Additional Structures: Above Grade,Below Grade
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Total Garage/Parking Spaces: 4
  • Rooms: Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Bedroom 5,Kitchen,Family Room,Foyer,Exercise Room,Recreation Room,Storage Room,Utility Room,Bedroom 6,Bathroom 2,Bathroom 3,Primary Bathroom
  • Basement: Connecting Stairway,Daylight, Partial,Fully Finished,Heated,Improved,Interior Access,Outside Entrance,Walkout Level,Windows,Other
  • SQFT Total Finished: 2802
  • SQFT Above Finished: 2802

Room Sizes

  • Foyer: 8 x 5 Level: Main
  • Living Room: 18 x 16 Level: Main
  • Dining Room: 12 x 11 Level: Main
  • Kitchen: 15 x 11 Level: Main
  • Family Room: 23 x 18 Level: Main
  • Primary Bedroom: 16 x 12 Level: Main
  • Bedroom 2: 12 x 11 Level: Main
  • Bedroom 3: 13 x 12 Level: Main
  • Bedroom 4: 13 x 10 Level: Main
  • Bedroom 5: 13 x 12 Level: Main
  • Bedroom 6: 13 x 11 Level: Main
  • Recreation Room: 26 x 17 Level: Lower 1
  • Exercise Room: 19 x 9 Level: Lower 1
  • Storage Room: 19 x 8 Level: Lower 1
  • Utility Room: 17 x 15 Level: Lower 1
  • Bathroom 2: 12 x 7 Level: Main
  • Bathroom 3: 10 x 5 Level: Main

School Information

  • School District: HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Printed July 10, 2026


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