Columbia, MD Real Estate
Columbia features 10 self-containing villages which makes Columbia have a small town feel. Each of these villages has its own community center and recreational facilities as well as homes and businesses. Recently recognized as one of the country’s finest communities, Columbia has been named the best place to live in Maryland and the 6th most desirable community in the nation by Money Magazine in 2022. Much of the success of the area can be due to the exceptional safety, abundance of activities, economic growth and development, and multicultural population. Money Magazine calls Columbia, "Howard County’s piece de resistance."
There was much thought put into the plans for Columbia where creator and developer James W. Rouse designed Columbia as a model city where all residents would enjoy easy access to shops, schools, as well as open space. These days the area is known for its convenient sidewalks throughout the city, making it simple to walk or bike from work to school and to home.
Columbia is now undergoing an expansion called “The Downtown Columbia Plan,” which will take place over the next few decades. Plans include development of up to 13 million square feet for residential, retail, commercial, and cultural purposes. Furthermore, the progressive project also takes sustainability requirements into account, including to save water and energy and to maintain ecology and standards of living.