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5495 Cedar Ln, Columbia, MD 21044, USA|Harpers Choice
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Enterprise Residential LLC

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(443) 596-0460

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Property Overview

Harper House receives a strong overall rating of 8.5, reflecting its excellent blend of price, value, and outstanding amenities, which earn it a remarkable score of 9 out of 10. Its prime location near top-rated schools and transportation adds to its appeal, showcasing convenience and quality of life. With a trustworthiness rating of 7, potential renters can expect transparency and clarity regarding the property and its management.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.9
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Harper House is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Amenities, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Harper House has a number of attractive features—namely its Location— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby

Floor plans

Two-Bedroom2 bed1 bath859 sqft$1,902 /mo1 unit available

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One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About Harper House

HomeApartments in ColumbiaHarpers Choice Harper House

Harper House is a high-rise family community that offers spacious one and two-bedroom apartment homes, suitable for any lifestyle. Amenities include Energy Star appliances, a gas range, and garbage disposal conveniently located in each apartment home. Shopping centers, The Mall at Columbia, area elementary schools, Howard Community College, and public transportation are located within close proximity of the community. The building has an elevator, a community room for socializing, a playground for youth residents, and an on-site laundry facility with all utilities included in the rent. We are a non-smoking community offering free parking. Our friendly and professional on-site associates are always available to assist with needs or concerns, and our 24-hour emergency maintenance team ensures you have someone to call when you need them most. In addition, we offer robust resident services designed to help residents grow and thrive by connecting them to opportunities and resources.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.9
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Harper House is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Amenities, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Harper House has a number of attractive features—namely its Location— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Harper House
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, Harper House is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Harpers Choice. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Harper House is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Harper House offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
Harper House has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Harper House.
Trustworthiness·9A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Harper House has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Harper House compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away

Considerations

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No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Harpers Choice

2-bedroom apartments at Harper House cost about 4% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Harpers Choice.

Median rents as of Apr 4 2026.
Harpers Choice
Columbia
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Columbia
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,965
May 2024$1,937
June 2024$1,950
July 2024$2,003
August 2024$2,028
September 2024$2,001
October 2024$2,006
November 2024$1,920
December 2024$1,962
January 2025$1,985
February 2025$1,992
March 2025$1,956
April 2025$1,975
May 2025$2,013
June 2025$1,993
July 2025$1,982
August 2025$2,023
September 2025$2,011
October 2025$2,015
November 2025$2,072
December 2025$2,015
January 2026$1,966
February 2026$1,903
March 2026$1,883
April 2026$1,869
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Harpers Choice
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,874
May 2024$1,874
June 2024$1,874
July 2024$1,874
August 2024$1,874
September 2024$1,874
October 2024$1,846
November 2024$1,748
December 2024$1,719
January 2025$1,728
February 2025$1,748
March 2025$1,784
April 2025$1,798
May 2025$1,812
June 2025$1,780
July 2025$1,783
August 2025$1,885
September 2025$1,882
October 2025$1,832
November 2025$1,731
December 2025$1,668
January 2026$1,703
February 2026$1,713
March 2026$1,738
April 2026$1,700

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $76,080 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,902.
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Schools near Harper House

Swansfield Elementary School

5610 cedar ln

columbia, MD, 21044

PK, K-5Public
B+

Cedar Lane Special Center

11630 scaggsville rd

fulton, MD, 20759

PK, K-12Public

Hanover Hills

7030 banbury dr

hanover, MD, 21076

PK, K-5Public
B+

Bayard Rustin Elementary School

332 w edmonston dr

rockville, MD, 20852

PK, K-5Public
A
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Getting around Columbia near 5495 Cedar Ln

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 5495 Cedar Ln, Columbia

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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