NOT LISTED FOR SALE

11609 Happy Choice Ln North Potomac, MD 20878

Estimated Value: $628,000 - $733,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,560 Sq Ft
$433/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 17, 2025

Last sale price $653,500 $419 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,132/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck
  • Two Story Ceilings
  • DuFief Elementary Rated A
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of January 2025

Exceptional opportunity to renovate a contemporary home in a terrific neighborhood in North Potomac with easy access to many commuter routes! Conveniently located just steps from the Dufief Local Park, Elementary School, and much more, this home is ready for you to make it your own! Situated on a great lot with a large, flat backyard on a quiet street, the possibilities are endless! Step inside the entry foyer and discover an open floor plan with soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, and abundant natural light. The two-story living room features a wood-burning fireplace and exposed beams. The eat-in kitchen opens to a terrific, large deck, overlooking the spacious backyard. Also on the main level, you’ll find two bedrooms and an en-suite full bath with additional hall access. For added convenience, the laundry room is located on this level as well. Upstairs you’ll find a third bedroom with en-suite bathroom as well as a versatile loft space, great for a home office, playroom, or second family room. The property is being conveyed strictly AS-IS. The possibilities are endless- come see for yourself, and bring your contractors and vision! Offers will be reviewed on Monday. Please submit by noon.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carolyn Sappenfield

(301) 516-1212 carolyn@carolynhomes.com TTR Sotheby's International Realty License #SP98366313 Listed on: 12/11/2024

TTR Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listed By

Amanda Hewitt

(301) 516-1212 amanda@carolynhomes.com TTR Sotheby's International Realty License #1012987

Last Buyer's Agent

Lisa Greaves

(301) 658-6186 Lisa.Greaves@Redfin.com Redfin Corp License #SP40002315

Redfin Corp

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,687

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • 0.31 Acre Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Property is zoned R200

HOA Fees

  • $20 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,560 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Two Story Ceilings
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Loft

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Dufief Elementary School
  • Robert Frost Middle School
  • Thomas S. Wootton High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Association fees include common area maintenance
  • Dufief Homeowners Association
  • Dufief Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 118
  • Assessor Parcel Number 160601471537

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,687

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

0.31 Acres

HOA Fees

$20 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-12-11
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, 2 Story Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Loft
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1560
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1560
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 351.92
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1560
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Roof: Shingle, Composite
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Refuse: 361.78
  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 245.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance
  • HOA Name: DUFIEF HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Fee Information

  • Front Foot Fee Pymt Freq: Annually

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: DUFIEF
  • High School: THOMAS S. WOOTTON
  • Middle Or Junior School: ROBERT FROST

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Partially
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.31
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 13398.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Zoning: R200
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6687.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 160601471537
  • Tax Lot: 118
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 11, 2024
Closed on
Jan 17, 2025
Sold by
Royburd Alexander and Roylburd Luba
Bought by
Alexander James and Alexander Amy
Seller's Agent
Carolyn Sappenfield
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Greaves
Redfin Corp
List Price
$549,000
Sold Price
$653,500
Premium/Discount to List
$104,500
19.03%
Views
236
Current Estimated Value
$675,833

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$22,333
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.89%
Original Mortgage
$457,450
Outstanding Balance
$452,519
Interest Rate
6.69%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$223,314

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 9, 1993
Sold by
Sherri L Panschar
Bought by
Roytburd Alexander
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Alexander James $653,500 First American Title
Alexander James $653,500 First American Title
Roytburd Alexander $187,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Alexander James $457,450
Closed Alexander James $457,450
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/17/2025 01/17/25 Sold $653,500 +19.0% $419 / Sq Ft
12/16/2024 12/16/24 Pending -- -- --
12/11/2024 12/11/24 For Sale $549,000 -- $352 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $6,687 $564,700 -- --
2024 $6,687 $528,100 $345,000 $183,100
2023 $7,174 $512,333 $0 $0
2022 $5,322 $496,567 $0 $0
2021 $4,932 $480,800 $328,600 $152,200
2020 $4,932 $470,100 $0 $0
2019 $4,786 $459,400 $0 $0
2018 $4,651 $448,700 $328,600 $120,100
2017 $4,698 $445,433 $0 $0
2016 -- $442,167 $0 $0
2015 $4,142 $438,900 $0 $0
2014 $4,142 $432,033 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Carolyn Sappenfield

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Carolyn Sappenfield

    TTR Sotheby's International Realty

    (240) 353-7601

    2 in this area

    236 Total Sales

    Carolyn Sappenfield
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  • Amanda Hewitt

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Amanda Hewitt

    TTR Sotheby's International Realty

    (301) 906-9805

    2 in this area

    16 Total Sales

    Amanda Hewitt
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDMC2157668

Bright MLS

APN: 06-01471537

Maryland Montgomery County North Potomac 20878

11609 Happy Choice Ln, North Potomac, MD

Not Listed for Sale

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