Seller's Agent in 2025
Melissa Bernstein
Real Living at Home
(301) 908-4007
1 in this area
132 Total Sales
1402 Lake Norwood Way Sandy Spring, MD 20860
Ashton-Sandy Spring Neighborhood
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
7,750
Sq Ft
0.48
Acres
Highlights
- Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
- Gated Community
- Curved or Spiral Staircase
- Sherwood Elementary School Rated A
- View of Trees or Woods
- Federal Architecture
About This Home
As of July 2025Price Improvement! Beautiful gem in sought after Bancroft; a private enclave of sophisticated homes w/award winning landscape design. Perfectly situated on private cul-de-sac backing to woods and fronting to open space. Conveniently located minutes to the restaurants, shops, and top rated schools of Olney. Fabulous natural light suffuses this spacious home perfect for entertaining. Designer features include airy 10 & 12 ft ceilings, rare true CHEFS KITCHEN w Viking Gas Range & warming drawer, Wolf & SubZero appliances, huge granite island, walk-in pantry, & Anne Sacks limestone flrs. Throughout the home enjoy custom cabinets, Waterworks fixtures, & granite in all bathrooms. The soaring Great Room w/ panoramic windows overlooks a large level backyard and features a gas stone fireplace. The Upper Level offers 5 bedrooms including spacious Master Suite complete w/tray ceiling, sitting room, huge dual walk-in closets, and Master Bath w/ separate vanities, soaking tub, and separate walk-in shower. Two Laundry Rooms; Upper & Main Levels, with New washer & dryer on Upper level. Finished basement features wet bar, Exercise & Rec Rooms, & possible Au Paire Suite/6th bedroom w/ full bath. 3 Car side load Garage. Enjoy hassle-free lawn maintenance included in HOA amenities and take advantage of the one year Home Warranty offered to buyers.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,348
Year Built
- Built in 2003
Lot Details
- 0.48 Acre Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- North Facing Home
- No Through Street
- Premium Lot
- Partially Wooded Lot
- Backs to Trees or Woods
- Property is in very good condition
- Property is zoned RNC
HOA Fees
- $346 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Side Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Property Views
- Woods
- Garden
Home Design
- Federal Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
- Stone Siding
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- Property has 2 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Wet Bar
- Curved or Spiral Staircase
- Built-In Features
- Crown Molding
- Tray Ceiling
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Recessed Lighting
- Marble Fireplace
- Stone Fireplace
- Fireplace Mantel
- Gas Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Bay Window
- Atrium Windows
- French Doors
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Sitting Room
- Dining Room
- Den
- Game Room
- Home Gym
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
- Breakfast Room
- Butlers Pantry
- Built-In Double Oven
- Six Burner Stove
- Cooktop with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Upgraded Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Stone
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Front Loading Dryer
- Front Loading Washer
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Accessible Home Design
- More Than Two Accessible Exits
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Porch
Schools
- Sherwood Elementary School
- William H. Farquhar Middle School
- Sherwood High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Underground Utilities
- Electric Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 14
- Assessor Parcel Number 160803344184
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include common area maintenance, lawn maintenance, snow removal
- $61 Other Monthly Fees
- Bancroft Community Association, Phone Number (301) 948-6666
- Built by MITCHELL AND BEST
- Bancroft Subdivision, Eagle's Nest Floorplan
Recreation
- Community Playground
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Additional Features
- Common Area
- Gated Community
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 8, 2025
Closed on
Jul 22, 2025
Sold by
Bluestein Marc A and Bluestein Randi N
Bought by
Butters Anthony M
Seller's Agent
Melissa Bernstein
RLAH @properties
Buyer's Agent
Tamara Kucik
RLAH @properties
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$1,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$195,000
-12.23%
Views
74
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
48.68%
Original Mortgage
$1,150,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,149,021
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$330,910
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 13, 2019
Closed on
Jul 1, 2019
Sold by
Gruber Jeremy and Gruber Catherine
Bought by
Bluestein Marc A and Bluestein Randi N
Seller's Agent
Elisa Fritsch
RE/MAX Realty Centre, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Melissa Bernstein
RLAH @properties
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$1,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$95,000
-7.95%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.05%
Original Mortgage
$726,525
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 1, 2004
Sold by
Hogenson and Rew J
Bought by
Gruber Jeremy and Gruber Catherine
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 21, 2003
Sold by
Mb Bancroft Llc
Bought by
Hogenson Andrew J and Hogenson Melissa
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,400,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $1,400,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $1,100,000 | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Deed | $1,455,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $1,455,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $1,157,351 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,150,000 | VA | |
| Closed | $1,150,000 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $352,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $718,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $726,525 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $263,475 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $890,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $2,000,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25/2025 07/25/25 | Sold | $1,400,000 | -6.7% | $181 / Sq Ft |
| 06/01/2025 06/01/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/23/2025 05/23/25 | Price Changed | $1,500,000 | -6.0% | $194 / Sq Ft |
| 05/08/2025 05/08/25 | For Sale | $1,595,000 | +45.0% | $206 / Sq Ft |
| 07/01/2019 07/01/19 | Sold | $1,100,000 | -4.3% | $142 / Sq Ft |
| 05/12/2019 05/12/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/03/2019 04/03/19 | Price Changed | $1,150,000 | -2.1% | $148 / Sq Ft |
| 03/08/2019 03/08/19 | Price Changed | $1,175,000 | -1.7% | $152 / Sq Ft |
| 01/13/2019 01/13/19 | For Sale | $1,195,000 | -- | $154 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $13,901 | $1,242,333 | -- | -- |
| 2024 | $13,901 | $1,156,767 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $12,196 | $1,071,200 | $290,600 | $780,600 |
| 2022 | $11,656 | $1,071,200 | $290,600 | $780,600 |
| 2021 | $11,590 | $1,071,200 | $290,600 | $780,600 |
| 2020 | $13,751 | $1,269,500 | $290,600 | $978,900 |
| 2019 | $13,657 | $1,263,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $13,881 | $1,256,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $14,971 | $1,250,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $12,520 | $1,250,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $12,520 | $1,306,367 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $12,520 | $1,285,300 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Melissa Bernstein
-
Tamara Kucik
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Tamara Kucik
Real Living at Home
(301) 580-5002
2 in this area
191 Total Sales
-
Elisa Fritsch
Seller's Agent in 2019
Elisa Fritsch
RE/MAX
(410) 369-8516
8 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: MDMC488094
APN: 08-03344184
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