Columbia seems to be a clean and well maintained community, and I suppose a pleasant/convenient place to live, but there’s a sterile feel to it. Guess I’m just not a planned community type of person. Regards.
Family members lived there - and you are correct - it is sterile. No landmarks of consequence - it’s very easy to get lost because all the ‘villages’ look alike.
It is not a ‘gated’ community and there are criminal elements in some areas. Mostly vehicle theft and home break-ins.
Bedroom community for commuters to Baltimore and Washington DC. Close to Annapolis and other historical places.