$745,000
SOLD JUL 16, 2025

11628 Happy Choice Ln North Potomac, MD 20878

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,752 Sq Ft
0.3 Acres

Recently Sold

$425 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

15 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Deck
  • Premium Lot
  • DuFief Elementary Rated A
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of July 2025

SPECIAL FINANCING AVAILABLE FOR THIS HOME! Don’t miss this unbeatable home in the highly desirable Dufief neighborhood – 11628 Happy Choice Lane has been updated throughout and is ready for the fussiest buyer. You’ll be impressed with its contemporary design and modern comfort...filled with natural light, dramatic cathedral ceiling and large windows, the living room showcases breathtaking views of the backyard. Adjacent to the living room is the formal dining room with a sliding glass door to the deck - perfect for a cozy dinner or large dinner party. On to the brand-new thoughtfully designed kitchen with 42” white cabinets, quartz counters, GE stainless steel appliances, and large pantry. The kitchen is open to an inviting eating area and family room with wood burning fireplace. A sliding glass door opens to a huge deck and lushly landscaped yard. Al fresco dining will surely be utilized in this home. Also on this level is a newly carpeted 4th bedroom, powder room, and a laundry/utility room with LG washer & dryer (2022). The entire house has been freshly painted and the main level features LVP flooring throughout. Upstairs boasts a spacious primary bedroom suite with brand new upgraded carpet, ceiling fan, versatile dressing area with vanity, walk-in closet, and updated bath with glass enclosed shower. Two additional bedrooms with new carpet, ceiling fans and large wall closet complete this level along with a beautifully upgraded full bath with white vanity, coordinating wall cabinet and tub/shower. No detail has been overlooked in this exceptional home. Improvements worth mentioning...WSSC replaced water line to the house (2025), Gas Hot Water Heater (2024), CAC (2021), roof replaced in 2015 (50 year transferable warranty), Hardie Siding replaced on entire house (2012). Just imagine sitting in your private, lushly landscaped fenced yard this summer entertaining friends and family, having a cookout, or just relaxing! Superb location...walk to Dufief Elementary School and Dufief Park and you are also close to Kentlands with its shopping and dining amenities. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to call this home YOURS!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Philip Kelley

Compass License #SP40000516 Listed on: 06/06/2025

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Daniel Najafi

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,885

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

Lot Details

  • 0.3 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Landscaped
  • Premium Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R200

HOA Fees

  • $20 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

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

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • HardiePlank Type

Interior Spaces

  • 1,752 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Glass Doors
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Awning
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Stove
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Storm Doors
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 138
  • Assessor Parcel Number 160601471696

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,885

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$20 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: SPECIAL FINANCING AVAILABLE FOR THIS HOME! Don’t miss this unbeatable home in the highly desirable Dufief neighborhood – 11628 Happy Choice Lane has been updated throughout and is ready for the fussiest buyer. You’ll be impressed with its contemporary design and modern comfort…filled with natural light, dramatic cathedral ceiling and large windows, the living room showcases breathtaking views of the backyard. Adjacent to the living room is the formal dining room with a sliding glass door to the deck - perfect for a cozy dinner or large dinner party. On to the brand-new thoughtfully designed kitchen with 42” white cabinets, quartz counters, GE stainless steel appliances, and large pantry. The kitchen is open to an inviting eating area and family room with wood burning fireplace. A sliding glass door opens to a huge deck and lushly landscaped yard. Al fresco dining will surely be utilized in this home. Also on this level is a newly carpeted 4th bedroom, powder room, and a laundry/utility room with LG washer & dryer (2022). The entire house has been freshly painted and the main level features LVP flooring throughout. Upstairs boasts a spacious primary bedroom suite with brand new upgraded carpet, ceiling fan, versatile dressing area with vanity, walk-in closet, and updated bath with glass enclosed shower. Two additional bedrooms with new carpet, ceiling fans and large wall closet complete this level along with a beautifully upgraded full bath with white vanity, coordinating wall cabinet and tub/shower. No detail has been overlooked in this exceptional home. Improvements worth mentioning…WSSC replaced water line to the house (2025), Gas Hot Water Heater (2024), CAC (2021), roof replaced in 2015 (50 year transferable warranty), Hardie Siding replaced on entire house (2012). Just imagine sitting in your private, lushly landscaped fenced yard this summer entertaining friends and family, having a cookout, or just relaxing! Superb location…walk to Dufief Elementary School and Dufief Park and you are also close to Kentlands with its shopping and dining amenities. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to call this home YOURS!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Oven - Self Cleaning, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Stove, Washer, Water Heater, Oven/Range - Electric
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Interior Amenities: Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Wood, Fireplace - Glass Doors
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Storm
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Has Laundry, Main Floor, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 1752
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1752
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 428.08
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1752
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 11628

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Hardiplank Type, Fiber Cement
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s), Sidewalks
  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: Garden/Lawn, Trees/Woods
  • 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
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • 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, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Internet Services: Fiber Optic

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

  • School District: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: DUFIEF
  • Middle School: ROBERT FROST
  • High School: THOMAS S. WOOTTON
  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Key: 121138126809
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: DUFIEF
  • High School: THOMAS S. WOOTTON
  • Middle Or Junior School: ROBERT FROST

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: R
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Cul-De-Sac, Landscaping, Level, Premium, Rear Yard, Trees/Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.30
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 13033.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • 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: 6885.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 160601471696
  • Tax Lot: 138
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1752
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 07/16/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 19, 1991
Bought by
Brenkworth Barbara L
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $85,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $263,500 New Conventional
Closed $279,400 New Conventional
Closed $247,600 Stand Alone Second
Closed $258,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $250,700 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $252,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $91,754 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $150,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/16/2025 07/16/25 Sold $745,000 -0.7% $425 / Sq Ft
06/21/2025 06/21/25 Pending -- -- --
06/06/2025 06/06/25 For Sale $750,000 -- $428 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2024 $6,885 $545,300 $343,700 $201,600
2023 $5,977 $528,500 $0 $0
2022 $5,489 $511,700 $0 $0
2021 $5,075 $494,900 $327,300 $167,600
2020 $5,075 $483,100 $0 $0
2019 $4,918 $471,300 $0 $0
2018 $4,770 $459,500 $327,300 $132,200
2017 $4,833 $457,400 $0 $0
2016 -- $455,300 $0 $0
2015 $4,169 $453,200 $0 $0
2014 $4,169 $442,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDMC2181718

Bright MLS

APN: 06-01471696