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Glen Echo Homes for Sale

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  • /55

    $2,950,000

    • 6 Beds
    • 6 Baths
    • 5,720 Sq Ft

    5402 Tuscarawas Rd, Bethesda, MD 20816

    A MUST SEE - the photos can’t compare to experiencing this home in person! Modeled on turn of the century architecture, this exquisite custom residence is filled with historical authenticity while providing the modern conveniences and amenities sought by today’s buyers (including an ELEVATOR which serves all 4 levels!). Built with an attention to detail that is rarely seen, nothing was spared in

    Liz Lavette Shorb Washington Fine Properties, LLC

    5402 Tuscarawas Rd, Bethesda, MD 20816
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    $1,835,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 3,722 Sq Ft

    6435 Wiscasset Rd, Bethesda, MD 20816

    Beautifully Transformed Home with Timeless CharmLocated in the desirable Glen Echo Heights neighborhood, this beautifully renovated home sits on a private no-thru street, offering charm, modern updates, and a fantastic layout. Thoughtfully designed, the home features stunning craftsmanship throughout, including new two-panel doors, elegant flat-panel wainscoting, breadboarding, custom

    Tammy Gruner Durbin Compass

    6435 Wiscasset Rd, Bethesda, MD 20816
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    $2,950,000

    • 6 Beds
    • 6 Baths
    • 5,890 Sq Ft

    5402 Tuscarawas Rd, Bethesda, MD 20816

    PRICE JUST REDUCED on one of the most beautiful and truly peerless homes in Bethesda, blending timeless elegance with modern amenities. Designed by the current owners, and inspired by their Logan Circle townhouse, this home merges Art Nouveau, Arts and Crafts, and Queen Anne Victorian styles, in an incomparable house.Built with precision craftsmanship and incorporating distinctive

    Erich Cabe Compass

    5402 Tuscarawas Rd, Bethesda, MD 20816

About Glen Echo

Glen Echo, nestled along the Potomac River, is a historic neighborhood with a rich past visible in its many preserved homes, including the National Historic Landmark of Clara Barton's residence. The area features around 600 houses, ranging from 1950s bilevels to modern colonial-inspired builds, all shaded by mature trees. Despite compact and hilly yards, residents enhance their properties with landscaping, white picket fences, and occasional inground pools. Glen Echo Park, a former amusement park, now offers cultural activities like dance classes, festivals, and a historic carousel. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the nearby Cabin John Local Park with its sports facilities or hike the C&O Canal Towpath along the Potomac River. The neighborhood is served by highly-rated public schools, including Bannockburn Elementary, Thomas W. Pyle Middle, and Walt Whitman High School, known for their strong academic programs. Local attractions include the Irish Inn at Glen Echo, a top-rated restaurant, and the Potomac Farm Market, offering seasonal produce. Residents benefit from convenient access to major routes like the I-270 corridor and proximity to downtown Bethesda, D.C., and Tysons Corner. Most locals use personal cars for commuting, with Ronald Reagan Washington International Airport just 25 minutes away. Glen Echo's blend of historic charm, cultural amenities, and practical conveniences make it a unique and desirable place to live.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glen Echo a good place to live?
Glen Echo is a good place to live. Glen Echo is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Glen Echo is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Glen Echo has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.7 people per acre and a median age of 47. The average household income is $244,711 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 90.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Glen Echo are home owners, with 16.4% of residents renting and 83.6% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Glen Echo can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Glen Echo neighborhood guide.
Is Glen Echo, MD a safe neighborhood?
Glen Echo, MD is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Glen Echo?
The median home price in Glen Echo is $1,772,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $354,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.81%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $9,250 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $396K a year to afford the median home price in Glen Echo. The average household income in Glen Echo is $245K.
What are the best public schools in Glen Echo?
The best public schools that serve Glen Echo are:
What are the best private schools in Glen Echo?
The best private schools that serve Glen Echo are:
  • Washington Episcopal School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 6:1 and an average review score of 4.7.
  • Washington Waldorf School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 6:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
  • Landon School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 6:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
What are the most popular zip codes in Glen Echo, Glen Echo, MD?
The most popular zip codes in Glen Echo, Glen Echo, MD include 20002, 20011, 20009, 20001 and 20020.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Glen Echo, Glen Echo, MD?
The most popular neighborhoods near Glen Echo, Glen Echo, MD are Brookmont, Bannockburn, Westwood, Sumner and Kenwood Park.

Home Trends in Glen Echo, MD

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$1,675,000
Median Single Family Price
$1,835,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$457
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
19
Months of Supply
1.30
Median List Price
$1,772,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%
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