Harpers Choice Neighborhood Guide Columbia, MD
About
Harpers Choice is a pleasant residential neighborhood located in Columbia, Maryland. Conveniently nestled between MD-108 and US-29, it offers easy access to an abundance of amenities. From its location, residents can enjoy the nearby Middle Patuxent Environmental Area, a picturesque nature preserve, and the Hobbits Glen Golf Club, a popular spot for golf enthusiasts. Harpers Choice also stands out with its welcoming community and well-maintained homes.
What You Will Love About Harpers Choice, Columbia, Maryland
- Harpers Choice boasts a tranquil suburban environment while being just a short drive from downtown Columbia.
- Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to the Middle Patuxent Environmental Area.
- The neighborhood benefits from excellent transport links, including quick access to the major highways MD-108 and US-29.
What’s Nearby
Harpers Choice is close to the heart of Columbia, offering a range of dining, shopping, and entertainment options. It's also near the Columbia Mall, Merriweather Post Pavilion for concerts, and Centennial Park for recreational activities.
The Rental Market
In Harpers Choice, 1-bedroom apartments have an average rent of $1,654. Prices can range from a minimum average price of $1,500 up to a maximum average price of $1,654. This wide range of prices offers potential renters different options to suit their budget.
Rental Price Stability
Rental rates in Harpers Choice have shown relative stability in the past year. Although prices can fluctuate marginally, as indicated by a standard deviation of $58.8, the overall pricing pattern is steady.
Lifestyle
Harpers Choice offers a balanced mix of suburban tranquility and urban conveniences. With its well-organized community events, access to outdoor recreational facilities, and proximity to commercial hubs, residents can enjoy a laid-back lifestyle while still enjoying the advantages of city living.
Notice an Inaccuracy? Let Us Know.
See best properties in this area
Jump to a Section
Rental Trends in Harpers Choice
| Studio | 1 Bed | 2 Beds | ||||||||||
| $1654 | $1654 | $1654 | $1644 | $1644 | $1644 | $1754 | $1754 | $1754 | $1744 | $1754 | $1814 | $1814 |
| $2074 | $2074 | $2074 | $2074 | $2149 | $2149 | $2249 | $2249 | $2249 | $2249 | $2237 | $2249 | $2290 |
| $2320 | $2320 | $2310 | $2310 | $2320 | $2320 | $2420 | $2420 | $2420 | $2420 | $2420 | $2506 | $2524 |
Explore the Neighborhood
There are 48 restaurants, 8 grocery stores, and 8 parks within a mile of the Harpers Choice neighborhood.
SafewayRetail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.4 miles
5485 Harpers Farm Rd
The Shoppes at Wilde LakeRetail, Shopping Plaza
•1.1 miles
5410 Lynx Ln
- Wilde Lake Village Center
Retail, Shopping Mall
•1.2 miles
Little Patuxent Pkwy
- Absolutely Wine or Spirits
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Beer Store, Grocery Store, Liquor Store
•1.2 miles
5305 Village Center Dr
- Safeway
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.4 miles
5485 Harpers Farm Rd
- Harpers Choice
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•0.4 miles
5485 Harpers Farm Rd
- Harper's Choice Liquors
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•0.4 miles
5485 Harpers Farm Rd
- Aquafin
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•0.8 miles
12008 Yellowbell Ln
- Ultra Care Pharmacy
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Health Food Store
•1.1 miles
10798 Hickory Ridge Rd
- David's Natural Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Organic Grocery, Health Food Store
•1.1 miles
5410 Lynx Ln
The Turn HouseDining and Drinking
•0.2 miles
11130 Willow Bottom Dr
- America's Wings
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, American Restaurant, Wings Joint
•0.3 miles
5467 Harpers Farm Rd
- Maiwand Kabob
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Afghan Restaurant, Mediterranean Restaurant, Middle Eastern Restaurant
•0.3 miles
5467 Harpers Farm Rd
- Dunkin'
Dining and Drinking, Cafe, Coffee, and Tea House, Coffee Shop, Donut Shop
•0.4 miles
5485 Harpers Farm Rd
- Atlantis Seafood & Grill
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant, Seafood Restaurant
•0.4 miles
5485 Harpers Farm Rd
- Rita's Italian Ice
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Italian Restaurant, Retail, Food and Beverage Retail
•0.4 miles
5485 Harpers Farm Rd
- Paw-fessional Dog Walkers
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Sitting and Boarding Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.2 miles
Harpers Farm Rd
- Stylefinds Consignments
Retail, Vintage and Thrift Store
•0.3 miles
5455 Harpers Farm Rd
- Safeway Pharmacy
Retail, Drugstore
•0.4 miles
5485 Harpers Farm Rd
- K9-Training Specialist
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.6 miles
11024 Gaither Hunt Ln
- Feldman's Medical Center Pharmacy
Retail, Drugstore
•1.0 mile
11055 Little Patuxent Pkwy
- Johns Hopkins Pediatric Ophthalmology
Retail, Drugstore
•1.1 miles
10710 Charter Dr
Columbia DogParkLandmarks and Outdoors, Park, Dog Park
•0.3 miles
5901 Rivendell Ln
Columbia SportsPark - Batting CagesArts and Entertainment, Amusement Park, Mini Golf Course, Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Sports and Recreation, Baseball, Batting Cages, Recreation Center
•0.3 miles
5453 Harpers Farm Rd
- Cedar Lane Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Playground
•0.6 miles
5081 Cedar Ln
- Middle Patuxent Environmental Area
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.7 miles
11350 Tooks Way
- Hawthorn Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•1.4 miles
6200 Sunny Spg
- Wilde Lake
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•1.9 miles
10026 Hyla Brook Rd
Columbia SkateParkArts and Entertainment, Amusement Park
•0.3 miles
5453 Harpers Farm Rd
- Columbia SportsPark - Batting Cages
Arts and Entertainment, Amusement Park, Mini Golf Course, Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Sports and Recreation, Baseball, Batting Cages, Recreation Center
•0.3 miles
5453 Harpers Farm Rd
Kahler HallBusiness and Professional Services, Event Space, Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Dance Studio, Arts and Entertainment
•0.5 miles
5440 Old Tucker Row
- Art By Teon
Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery
•0.9 miles
5359 Grand Banks Road
- Rep Stage
Arts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Music Venue, Theater
•1.2 miles
10901 Little Patuxent Pkwy
- Horowitz Visual & Performing Arts Center
Arts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Music Venue
•1.2 miles
10901 Little Patuxent Pkwy
Paw-fessional Dog WalkersBusiness and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Sitting and Boarding Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.2 miles
Harpers Farm Rd
- BP
Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•0.4 miles
5485 Harpers Farm Rd
- Achievers Hair Salon
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•0.4 miles
5485 Harpers Farm Rd
- Nail Center
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Nail Salon
•0.4 miles
5485 Harpers Farm Rd
- Christopher’s Barber Studio
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Barbershop
•0.4 miles
5485 Harpers Farm Rd
- Beauty N Go
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•0.4 miles
5485 Harpers Farm Rd
Hobbit's Glen PoolSports and Recreation, Water Sports, Swimming, Swimming Pool
•0.1 miles
11130 Willow Bottom Dr
- The Racquet Club At Hobbit's Glen
Sports and Recreation, Racquet Sports, Tennis
•0.1 miles
11130 Willow Bottom Dr
- Hobbit's Glen Golf Club
Sports and Recreation, Golf, Golf Course
•0.2 miles
11130 Willow Bottom Dr
- Columbia Sportspark
Sports and Recreation, Baseball, Batting Cages
•0.3 miles
5453 Harpers Farm Rd
- Columbia SportsPark - Batting Cages
Arts and Entertainment, Amusement Park, Mini Golf Course, Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Sports and Recreation, Baseball, Batting Cages, Recreation Center
•0.3 miles
5453 Harpers Farm Rd
- Misako Ballet Studio
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Dance Studio
•0.4 miles
5485 Harpers Farm Rd
Atlantis Seafood & GrillDining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant, Seafood Restaurant
•0.4 miles
5485 Harpers Farm Rd
- Iron Bridge Wine Company
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Wine Bar, Restaurant, American Restaurant, Spanish Restaurant, Tapas Restaurant
•1.4 miles
10435 State Route 108
- Po Boy Jim Bar & Grill
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Cocktail Bar, Restaurant, Cajun and Creole Restaurant, Sandwich Spot
•1.8 miles
10000 Town Center Ave
Happy Sprouts Learning CenterBusiness and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.7 miles
5659 Cedar Ln
- Longfellow Nursery
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.7 miles
5267 Eliots Oak Rd
- MKD Kids Learning Center
Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•1.1 miles
5890 Cedar Ln
- Brookfield Christian School
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•1.2 miles
5890 Cedar Ln
- Columbia Montessori School
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•1.2 miles
10508 Marble Faun Ln
- Wilde Lake Children's Nursery
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•1.2 miles
10598 Marble Faun Ln
Howard County General Hospital, Johns Hopkins MedicineHealth and Medicine, Hospital
•0.9 miles
5755 Cedar Ln
- Howard County General Hospital
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•0.9 miles
5755 Cedar Ln
- Howard County General Hospital E.R.
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•1.0 mile
11085 Little Patuxent Pkwy
- Claudia Mayer/Tina Broccolino Cancer Resource Center
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•1.1 miles
10710 Charter Dr
- Patient First Primary and Urgent Care - Columbia
Health and Medicine, Urgent Care Center, Medical Center
•1.2 miles
5900 Cedar Ln
- Claudia Mayer Cancer Resource Center
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•1.2 miles
5900 Cedar Ln
Harpers Choice Apartments and Rentals
38 Rental properties in Harpers Choice, Columbia, MD.
Cost of Living
| Category | Compare to State Avg. | Compare to National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| housing | 0% | 9.8% |
| utilities | 0% | 10.2% |
| food | 0% | 3.7% |
| transportation | 0% | 3.1% |
| healthcare | 0% | 4.3% |
Harpers Choice Demographics
Harpers Choice Reviews
Noise Late At Night
No
Say 8 of 8 renters
Area Has Litter
No
Say 8 of 8 renters
Area Has Potholes
No
Say 8 of 8 renters
Mostly Older Buildings
No
Say 7 of 8 renters
Busy Streets
No
Say 6 of 8 renters
Near Grocery Stores
Yes
Say 6 of 8 renters
Harpers Choice Transportation
Somewhat Walkable
Somewhat Bikeable
Harpers Choice Schools
- 4/10
Grades 6-8 • Public
- 3/10
Grades PK, K-5 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Applications And Research Laboratory
Grades n/a • Public
- NRNo Rating
Grades PK-1 • Private
- NRNo Rating
Grades K-1 • Private