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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Wall-to-wall carpeting
  • Energy-efficient appliances
  • Exquisite apartments

Location

5980 Turnabout Ln, Columbia, MD 21044, USA|Harpers Choice
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Management

Maryland Management Company

Leasing office

(844) 284-9648 ext. 2298

Open 

8:30 am–5:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Harpers Forest stands out with a 9.3 expert rating, strong value, and top marks for price and amenities, alongside a highly regarded location and solid quality. Its wall-to-wall carpeting, energy-efficient appliances, and well-presented apartments add to its appeal, while the photos and value-for-money ranking provide a clearer picture of what renters can expect.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

9.3
Excellent
Harpers Forest is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 Bedroom1 bed1 bath700 sqft$1,669–$1,709 /mo3 units available1 Bedroom
2 Bedroom2 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,869–$1,914 /mo3 units available2 Bedroom
2 Bedroom Deluxe2 bed1 bath850 sqft$1,874–$1,899 /mo3 units available2 Bedroom Deluxe

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Amenities for Harpers Forest

Apartment Amenities

CarpetHardwood Styled Luxury Vinyl Tile

Appliances

Built-In IcemakerMicrowave

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingOutdoor Space
Playground

Services

24 Hour Emergency Maintenance

Neighborhood

Walking Trail

Other

Short Term Lease
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

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Building details

Property details

Year built1969
Units285
Lease terms12 months
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About Harpers Forest

HomeApartments in ColumbiaHarpers Choice Harpers Forest

Harpers Forest Apartments in Columbia Maryland, is nestled in the woods but with all the conveniences of the city. You will find exquisite apartments with energy-efficient appliances and wall-to-wall carpeting. Located minutes from everything in Columbia Maryland. **Availability is subject to change daily. Please give us a call regarding available floorplans and pricing!


Year Built: 1969

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.
9.3
/10
Excellent
Harpers Forest is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Harpers Forest
Price·10A 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.
Harpers Forest offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A 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.
Harpers Forest stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Harpers Forest is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·9A 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.
Harpers Forest has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
Harpers Forest provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

So very thankful for Ms. Asia, Ms. Rebecca and the entire Harper’s Forest staff! They all made sure that my family and I were able to finally have a place to call home again. We are extremely happy and grateful!

Brittany Williams

Brittany Williams

Jul 21, 2024

The new management at Harpers Forest Apartments has been great—super helpful and way better than the old team. Big improvement all around!

Prince Patel

Prince Patel

Oct 06, 2024

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Harpers Forest is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 Harpers Forest compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.5 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Harpers Choice

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 2% lower than 1-bedrooms in Harpers Choice.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Harpers Forest to be 1% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Harpers Choice.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Harpers Choice
Columbia
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Columbia
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$2,010
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$1,905
May 2026$1,992
June 2026$1,970
July 2026$1,952
August 2026$1,955
September 2026$1,989
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Harpers Choice
MonthMedian Rent
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
May 2026$1,680
June 2026$1,659
July 2026$1,688
August 2026$1,705
September 2026$1,698

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Can I afford to live at 5980 Turnabout Ln?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$66,760/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $66,760 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,669.
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Schools near Harpers Forest

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 5980 Turnabout Ln

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 5980 Turnabout Ln, Columbia

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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