13 Cedar Ave Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Gaithersburg AreaEstimated payment $3,111/month
Highlights
- Very Popular Property
- Colonial Architecture
- No HOA
- 0.24 Acre Lot
- Wood Flooring
- Plantation Shutters
About This Home
Welcome to this charming and beautifully updated detached home in the highly desirable Observation Heights neighborhood, just moments from downtown Gaithersburg. Blending historic character with modern upgrades, this light-filled residence offers spacious living areas, timeless architectural details, exceptional storage, and wonderful outdoor living.
The inviting front porch sets the tone for this warm and welcoming home. Inside, you’ll find soaring 10-foot ceilings, hardwood flooring, abundant natural light, and classic architectural charm throughout. The main level features a spacious living room, formal dining room, private home office, and a convenient powder room.
The recently renovated kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting, ample cabinetry, generous table space, and a newly added exhaust vent for enhanced functionality. The kitchen opens seamlessly to the screened porch and flagstone patio, creating the perfect indoor-outdoor living experience.
Enjoy entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing while overlooking the expansive, fully fenced backyard. The outdoor space has been thoughtfully enhanced with a newly installed fence, additional gravel parking area, and a second storage shed, providing exceptional flexibility, convenience, and storage.
Upstairs, you’ll find four bedrooms and a full hall bath. The home also offers a full basement, providing additional storage and flexibility. One of the standout features is the large walkable attic space, which offers tremendous storage capacity and potential to be converted into additional usable square footage, subject to any required permits and approvals.
Recent improvements include a remodeled kitchen, updated HVAC system, architectural shingle roof, exterior paint, smart thermostats, plantation shutters, ceiling fans, and added attic and basement insulation for improved energy efficiency.
Observation Heights is one of Gaithersburg’s most charming and walkable neighborhoods, offering easy access to local restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, parks, playgrounds, and community events. Nearby attractions include Bohrer Park, the Gaithersburg Aquatic Center, walking and biking trails, mini golf, and the skate park. Commuters will appreciate convenient access to the MARC Train, Metro connections, major bus routes, MD-355, and I-270.
This rare move-in-ready home combines historic charm, modern updates, energy-efficient improvements, a full basement, expansive attic storage and future potential, abundant parking, and an exceptional location in the heart of Observation Heights.
Listing Agent
Russell Chandler
(301) 658-6186 russell.chandler@redfin.com Redfin Corp Brokerage Phone: 3016586186 Listed on: 06/17/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,670
Year Built
- Built in 1899
Lot Details
- 10,493 Sq Ft Lot
- Southeast Facing Home
- Property is zoned R90
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,560 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Recessed Lighting
- Plantation Shutters
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in unit
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Parking
- Driveway
- On-Street Parking
Schools
- Gaithersburg High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Observatory Heights Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 58
- Assessor Parcel Number 160900841638
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| 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 | $5,670 | $405,733 | ||
| 2024 | $4,985 | $357,367 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $2,517 | $309,000 | $195,400 | $113,600 |
| 2022 | $3,507 | $306,667 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $3,440 | $302,000 | $195,400 | $106,600 |
| 2019 | $3,332 | $295,033 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $3,666 | $288,067 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,081 | $281,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | -- | $269,433 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $3,534 | $257,767 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $3,534 | $246,100 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/12/2026 08/12/26 | Price Changed | $479,999 | -4.0% | $308 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/16/2026 07/16/26 | Price Changed | $499,999 | -3.8% | $321 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/07/2026 07/07/26 | Price Changed | $520,000 | 0.0% | $333 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/07/2026 07/07/26 | For Sale | $520,000 | -1.9% | $333 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/03/2026 07/03/26 | Off Market | $530,000 | -- | -- | |
| 06/17/2026 06/17/26 | For Sale | $530,000 | +24.7% | $340 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/21/2021 05/21/21 | Sold | $425,000 | 0.0% | $272 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/27/2021 04/27/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/27/2021 04/27/21 | Off Market | $425,000 | -- | -- | |
| 04/23/2021 04/23/21 | For Sale | $424,900 | 0.0% | $272 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/22/2021 04/22/21 | Price Changed | $424,900 | +32.8% | $272 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/29/2015 01/29/15 | Sold | $320,000 | -1.5% | $205 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 12/05/2014 12/05/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/01/2014 10/01/14 | Price Changed | $325,000 | -7.1% | $208 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/02/2014 09/02/14 | For Sale | $350,000 | -- | $224 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $427,400 | Pinnacle Settlement Svcs Inc | |
| Deed | $320,000 | Sage Title Group Llc | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | $20,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $313,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $147,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $147,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $419,658 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $5,000 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $304,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $256,000 | Stand Alone Second |
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: MDMC2239900
APN: 09-00841638
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