HIDDEN TREASURE - great value for senior living in Howard County. Image enjoying your lifestyle in this impressive 2BR/ 3BA townhome in the much sought-after Hickory Crest 55+ condominium community. It strikes the perfect balance between urban town center accessibility but at a private suburban pace. FIRST FLOOR offers an attractive foyer leading to a spacious living room with brilliant hardwood floors and two skylights that flow to a gas fireplace. The large spa-like primary bedroom has a full-bath with a double sink plus a soaking tub. The second bedroom offers a bay window facing out to a professionally landscaped yard. A large bright separate dining room can accommodate table seating for 8 to 10 people. The spacious kitchen has a stainless-steel double sink, coupled with several updated stainless-steel appliances. The area is complimented by an cozy breakfast nook for casual dining. The nook area flows to an outside large newly stained elevated deck in a private tree-lined setting. The first floor also features a second full-bathroom, laundry area (with full washer and dryer) as well as a large pantry and mudroom. The oversized two car garage plus 2 driveway spaces are impressive. Note: All the amenities of a modern lifestyle (including a guest bedroom) can be experienced without climbing any stairs, if so desired. There is a spacious carpeted LOFT with two large walk-in closets & access to the attic area. LOWER LEVEL has a fully-finished basement large recreation room with wood floors and walk-out to a backyard area. There is a full-bath on the lower-level as well as three separate finished additional rooms with carpeting, two of which are new. These rooms are ideal for use as an office, crafts, collections, guest area or storage. There is a large Hickory Crest community clubhouse for residents. Howard Community College (nationally recognized) and the public library are only 5 minutes away. Nearby are walking paths, the Robinson Nature Center, tennis and swimming facilities (fees may apply), and the Florence Bain Senior Citizen Center. Giant Food, Whole Foods, Safeway and CVS are only minutes away. The Merriweather district with a variety of restaurants is just minutes away. Bus service is at the corner. 24-hour medical care is just 5 minutes away at Howard County General Hospital (Johns Hopkins Medicine) and there are several urgent care facilities (hours vary) and professional medical specialty offices. NO CPRA fees. One Year Cinch Home Warranty is included. Seller prefers Sage Title Group - Columbia Office. THIS IS A MUST-SEE PROPERTY. Welcome Home! All taxes and fees to be verified by buyer. $250 new account set up fee for condo association to be paid by buyer.