$180,000
SOLD SEP 25, 2025

17 Water St Gaithersburg, MD 20877

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,000 Sq Ft
$457/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$180 Per Sq Ft

10% Below List Price

49 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Double Pane Windows

About This Home

As of September 2025

Beautifully updated condominium showcases a renovated kitchen and stylishly remodeled bathroom. A sun-drenched open layout offers distinct living and dining areas, enhanced by a coffered accent wall, modern cage chandelier, and sliding glass doors leading to a private balcony with serene, tree-lined views. The kitchen impresses with white shaker cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Two generously sized bedrooms provide comfort and flexibility, while a sleek barn door reveals a chic bathroom adorned with designer tile accents. Ideally located near shopping, dining, entertainment, and major commuter routes for ultimate convenience.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chen Chen

(443) 939-1380 chenchenming@hotmail.com Northrop Realty License #642881 Listed on: 07/17/2025

Northrop Realty

Co-Listed By

Ming Guo

(443) 854-5399 guo_ming@hotmail.com Northrop Realty License #SP98378511

Last Buyer's Agent

Dave Kolakowski

(301) 445-8525 dave@livinginmetrodc.com Real Broker, LLC License #323764

Real Broker, LLC

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,345

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 1 Common Wall

HOA Fees

  • $457 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Entry on the 2nd floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,000 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Sliding Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Sliding Doors
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room

Kitchen

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

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Luxury Vinyl Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Parking

  • Assigned parking located at #127
  • Parking Lot
  • 2 Assigned Parking Spaces

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Dispenser

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1A
  • Assessor Parcel Number 160901653977

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include snow removal, trash
  • Low-Rise Condominium
  • Lilac Gardens Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,345

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$457 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Unit/Flat/Apartment
  • Unit Building Type: Garden 1 - 4 Floors
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Assigned Parking Space Numbers: 127
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Washer Dryer Hookups YN: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Icemaker, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Dispenser
  • Entry Floor: 2
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Laminated, Luxury Vinyl Tile, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space, Upgraded Countertops
  • Window Features: Double Pane, Screens, Sliding, Vinyl Clad
  • Fireplace: No
  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
  • Door Features: Sliding Glass
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 1000
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1000
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 190.00
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1000
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Assigned Spaces Count: 2
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Assigned
  • Type Of Parking: Parking Lot

Utilities

  • Refuse: 17.29
  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Security: Main Entrance Lock
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 456.71
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Snow Removal, Trash
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Front Foot Fee Pymt Freq: Annually

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R20
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1345.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 160901653977
  • Tax Lot: 1A
  • 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
Jul 17, 2025
Closed on
Sep 24, 2025
Sold by
Liu Xiaonan
Bought by
Al-Abbadi Abdullah M
Seller's Agent
Chen Chen
Northrop Realty
Buyer's Agent
Dave Kolakowski
Real Broker, LLC
List Price
$200,000
Sold Price
$180,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-10%
Views
143

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
32.65%
Original Mortgage
$135,000
Outstanding Balance
$135,000
Interest Rate
6.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$53,324

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 18, 2019
Sold by
Xie Cindy Cen and Ren Wei
Bought by
Liu Xiaonan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$58,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 13, 2015
Sold by
Tan Jie Hua
Bought by
Xie Cindy Cen and Ren Wei

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 3, 2010
Sold by
Deutsche Bank National Tr Co
Bought by
Tan Jie Hua

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 5, 2005
Sold by
Shi Leyuan
Bought by
Delgado Juan N and Maira Delgado Lopez

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$37,000
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 22, 2005
Sold by
Shi Leyuan
Bought by
Delgado Juan N and Maira Delgado Lopez

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$37,000
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 2004
Sold by
Raff Samuel J
Bought by
Shi Leyuan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 2004
Sold by
Raff Samuel J
Bought by
Raff Samuel J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2000
Sold by
Raff Terri
Bought by
Raff Samuel J
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 $180,000 First American Title
Deed $108,000 K K Title And Escrow Inc
Deed $70,000 K K Title & Escrow Inc
Deed $57,000 --
Deed $185,000 --
Deed $185,000 --
Deed $123,775 --
Deed -- --
Deed $50,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $135,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $58,000 Seller Take Back
Previous Owner $37,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $148,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $148,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/25/2025 09/25/25 Sold $180,000 -5.3% $180 / Sq Ft
09/04/2025 09/04/25 Pending -- -- --
08/15/2025 08/15/25 Price Changed $190,000 -5.0% $190 / Sq Ft
07/17/2025 07/17/25 For Sale $200,000 -- $200 / 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
2025 $1,345 $98,333 -- --
2024 $1,345 $96,667 $0 $0
2023 $2,009 $95,000 $28,500 $66,500
2022 $527 $90,000 $0 $0
2021 $1,054 $85,000 $0 $0
2020 $802 $80,000 $24,000 $56,000
2019 $1,054 $76,667 $0 $0
2018 $933 $73,333 $0 $0
2017 $939 $70,000 $0 $0
2016 -- $66,667 $0 $0
2015 $1,791 $63,333 $0 $0
2014 $1,791 $60,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDMC2190802

Bright MLS

APN: 09-01653977