Dorsey Overlook
9580 Old Route 108,
Ellicott City, MD 21042
$3,300 - $5,200 | 3 Beds
Columbia
Columbia, MD
Area Guide
Baltimore suburb celebrates diversity and nature.
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Columbia is a lush, inclusive community situated about halfway between Baltimore and Washington, DC. A particularly unique aspect of Columbia is its planning, which celebrates socioeconomic diversity. Ranked Money Magazine’s #1 Small City to Live In, Columbia is the second most populous city in Maryland after Baltimore.
Full of trees and natural features, Columbia takes great pride in its natural beauty. Popular outdoor venues in Columbia include Lake Kittamaqundi, Centennial Park, Lake Elkhorn Park, and Robinson Nature Center. Columbia is also home to the expansive Mall in Columbia, boasting high-end department stores and over 200 specialty shops. Plays, concerts, and dance performances are always happening at Jim Rouse Theatre and Performing Arts Center.
Should you seek the excitement of a bigger city, Columbia sits just 20 miles south of Baltimore and 29 miles north of Washington, DC. Access to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Airport as well as I-95 and U.S. 29 makes traveling and commuting from Columbia simple.
Explore the City
The black-eyed Susan is the Maryland state flower
Explore the natural beauty in Columbia's nearby parks
Rent Trends
As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Columbia, MD is $1,854 for a studio, $1,852 for one bedroom, $2,149 for two bedrooms, and $2,691 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Columbia has increased by 0.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,852/month
773 Sq Ft
House
$3,877/month
2,257 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,044/month
1,478 Sq Ft
Transportation
47
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
35
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
40
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Public
Grades K-5
543 Students
7
Public
Grades PK-5
612 Students
6
Public
Grades PK-5
489 Students
6
Public
Grades PK-5
483 Students
6
Public
Grades PK-5
308 Students
6
Public
Grades 6-8
611 Students
6
Public
Grades 6-8
475 Students
5
Public
Grades 6-8
598 Students
4
Public
Grades 6-8
497 Students
4
Public
Grades 9-12
1,467 Students
8
Public
Grades 9-12
1,341 Students
7
Public
Grades 9-12
1,287 Students
6
Public
Grades 9-12
1,714 Students
5
Public
Grades 9-12
1,401 Students
5
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Clark's Elioak Farm
- Browns Bridge Recreation Area
- Brighton Dam's Azalea Garden
- Pigtail Recreation Area
- Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall
- Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
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