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Columbia, Maryland

River Hill

River Hill is the last of Columbia's ten villages, developed in the 1990s in western Howard County with larger homes and a village center.

Local Character & History

Wooded lots, cul-de-sacs and a modern village center give River Hill a suburban, family-oriented feel.

Restaurants & Shopping

The River Hill village center has a grocery, cafes and a few restaurants, with more in Clarksville nearby.

Housing

Large single-family homes and townhouses built in the 1990s and 2000s.

Parks & Recreation

The Middle Patuxent Environmental Area and the village's own trails and pool provide recreation.

Transportation

MD 32, MD 108 and US 29 serve the village, with no rail station.

Nearby Attractions

  • River Hill Village Center
  • Middle Patuxent Environmental Area
  • Clarksville Commons

Frequently Asked Questions

Is River Hill a village of Columbia?

Yes. River Hill is the tenth and newest village of Columbia, developed beginning in the 1990s.

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