$1,110,000
SOLD JUL 11, 2025

17628 Charity Ln Germantown, MD 20874

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,564 Sq Ft
1.14 Acres

Recently Sold

$243 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
  • 1.14 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Great Seneca Creek Elementary Rated A-
  • Dual Staircase
  • Deck

About This Home

As of July 2025

OPEN TONIGHT! JUNE 13th from 5-7pm - SEIZE THE OPPORTUNITY TO SEE THIS EXQUISITE HOME!Welcome to a residence where timeless elegance meets modern luxury. Thoughtfully designed and meticulously maintained, this exceptional 4/5-bedroom, 3.5-bath Colonial is sited on a beautifully manicured and deceptively expansive 1.14 acre estate – extending gracefully behind neighboring homes to provide space for extensive gardens or additional. area for play. From the moment you arrive, a stately flagstone courtyard bordered by a handcrafted stone wall and inviting front porch crowned with a wooden barrel ceiling, sets the tone for what’s to follow. Step inside the center hall foyer, where detailed moldings and rich hardwood flooring that extends throughout the entire main level, welcomes friends and guests alike. Elegant formal living and dining rooms flank the entry and lend a level of sophistication to entertaining and intimate gatherings. At the heart of the home, the stunning kitchen will delight the most discerning chef. Outfitted with a Wolf six-burner gas cooktop and Kitchen Aid appliances including two convection ovens, convection microwave and a panel-front built-in refrigerator – this space is as functional as it is inspiring. A Miele dishwasher, extensive off-white cabinetry, gleaming granite countertops, a massive 7’ x 4.5’ island with breakfast bar adjacent to an ample table area with access to the deck, complete this extraordinary space. Flowing seamlessly from the kitchen, the sunlit family room features custom built-ins, a striking stone fireplace and a wall of windows offering serene views of the expansive 58-foot deck and scenic grounds. A chic home office or den adorned in navy-blue grass cloth and offering direct access to the deck, provides a tranquil retreat for remote work or reflection. The thoughtfully designed mudroom with built-in bench with coat hooks connects to the two-car garage and includes a full laundry area and private stairway to an en-suite bedroom –perfect for guests or multi-generational living. On the opposite wing, the luxurious primary suite is a sanctuary unto itself. Featuring a spa-inspired bath with soaking tub, walk-in shower, dual marble-topped vanity, and adjacent custom closet (originally a fifth bedroom which could be converted if needed). This suite also includes two additional closets and a private sitting room or office. Two additional spacious bedrooms and a beautifully renovated hall bath complete the upper level. The finished lower level with paneled wainscoting and recessed lighting offers versatility and leisure, including a game area (pool table conveys), spacious seating area, exercise room, and two large storage rooms –plus rough-in plumbing for a full bath. Outdoors, a spectacular fenced backyard and the 1,100+ square foot deck provide the perfect setting for sophisticated alfresco entertaining, from intimate dinners to grand celebrations. The home is ideally situated near shopping and the premier South Germantown Recreation Park and Maryland Soccerplex, with effortless access to I-270 and Potomac’s scenic back roads for commuting ease. This is more than just a home—it is a lifestyle. Discover the rare opportunity to own a property of this caliber, where every detail has been created for comfort, elegance and enduring value.
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Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gary Floyd

Samson Properties License #75522 Listed on: 06/11/2025

Samson Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Christopher Fogle

The List Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,875

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

Lot Details

  • 1.14 Acre Lot
  • Aluminum or Metal Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R200

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Poured Concrete
  • Frame Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Dual Staircase
  • Built-In Features
  • Chair Railings
  • Crown Molding
  • Wainscoting
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Atrium Doors
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Sitting Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Recreation Room
  • Storage Room
  • Utility Room
  • Home Gym

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
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  • Cooktop<<rangeHoodToken>>
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  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Soaking Tub
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump
  • Space For Rooms
  • Rough-In Basement Bathroom

Home Security

  • Monitored
  • Storm Doors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Shed

Schools

  • Great Seneca Creek Elementary School
  • Kingsview Middle School
  • Northwest High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Heat Pump System
  • Back Up Electric Heat Pump System
  • Propane
  • Water Treatment System
  • Water Dispenser
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Water Conditioner
  • On Site Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Built by CROSS BUILDERS
  • Cedar Creek Estates Subdivision, Newport Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 4
  • Assessor Parcel Number 160602326351

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,875

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Pool Table, Courtyard Benches
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 6/11/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: Yes
  • Remarks Public: OPEN TONIGHT! JUNE 13th from 5-7pm - SEIZE THE OPPORTUNITY TO SEE THIS EXQUISITE HOME!Welcome to a residence where timeless elegance meets modern luxury. Thoughtfully designed and meticulously maintained, this exceptional 4/5-bedroom, 3.5-bath Colonial is sited on a beautifully manicured and deceptively expansive 1.14 acre estate – extending gracefully behind neighboring homes to provide space for extensive gardens or additional. area for play. From the moment you arrive, a stately flagstone courtyard bordered by a handcrafted stone wall and inviting front porch crowned with a wooden barrel ceiling, sets the tone for what’s to follow. Step inside the center hall foyer, where detailed moldings and rich hardwood flooring that extends throughout the entire main level, welcomes friends and guests alike. Elegant formal living and dining rooms flank the entry and lend a level of sophistication to entertaining and intimate gatherings. At the heart of the home, the stunning kitchen will delight the most discerning chef. Outfitted with a Wolf six-burner gas cooktop and Kitchen Aid appliances including two convection ovens, convection microwave and a panel-front built-in refrigerator – this space is as functional as it is inspiring. A Miele dishwasher, extensive off-white cabinetry, gleaming granite countertops, a massive 7’ x 4.5’ island with breakfast bar adjacent to an ample table area with access to the deck, complete this extraordinary space. Flowing seamlessly from the kitchen, the sunlit family room features custom built-ins, a striking stone fireplace and a wall of windows offering serene views of the expansive 58-foot deck and scenic grounds. A chic home office or den adorned in navy-blue grass cloth and offering direct access to the deck, provides a tranquil retreat for remote work or reflection. The thoughtfully designed mudroom with built-in bench with coat hooks connects to the two-car garage and includes a full laundry area and private stairway to an en-suite bedroom –perfect for guests or multi-generational living. On the opposite wing, the luxurious primary suite is a sanctuary unto itself. Featuring a spa-inspired bath with soaking tub, walk-in shower, dual marble-topped vanity, and adjacent custom closet (originally a fifth bedroom which could be converted if needed). This suite also includes two additional closets and a private sitting room or office. Two additional spacious bedrooms and a beautifully renovated hall bath complete the upper level. The finished lower level with paneled wainscoting and recessed lighting offers versatility and leisure, including a game area (pool table conveys), spacious seating area, exercise room, and two large storage rooms –plus rough-in plumbing for a full bath. Outdoors, a spectacular fenced backyard and the 1,100+ square foot deck provide the perfect setting for sophisticated alfresco entertaining, from intimate dinners to grand celebrations. The home is ideally situated near shopping and the premier South Germantown Recreation Park and Maryland Soccerplex, with effortless access to I-270 and Potomac’s scenic back roads for commuting ease. This is more than just a home—it is a lifestyle. Discover the rare opportunity to own a property of this caliber, where every detail has been created for comfort, elegance and enduring value. DON'T MISS THE WALK-THRU VIDEO!
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  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Icemaker, Oven - Double, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Dispenser, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Additional Stairway, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Wainscotting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Treat System, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Double Hung, Double Pane, Screens
  • Fireplace Features: Mantel(s), Stone
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Six Panel, Atrium, Storm
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Den, Foyer, Exercise Room, Mud Room, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Utility Room, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath, Additional Bedroom
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Poured Concrete, Interior Access, Partially Finished, Rough Bath Plumb, Sump Pump, Space For Rooms
  • Laundry Type: Has Laundry, Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 4949
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 4564
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 317.55
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3464
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1100
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 385
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1485
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 17628

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Refuse: 244.78
  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump(s), Zoned
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump - Electric Backup, Zoned
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Security System, Monitored, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Utilities: Electric Available, Propane
  • Water Source: Well, Conditioner, Filter

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Fee Information

  • Front Foot Fee Pymt Freq: Annually

Schools

  • School District: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: GREAT SENECA CREEK
  • Middle School: KINGSVIEW
  • High School: NORTHWEST
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Key: 121138126809
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: GREAT SENECA CREEK
  • High School: NORTHWEST
  • Middle Or Junior School: KINGSVIEW

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Aluminum
  • Land Use Code: R
  • Lot Features: Landscaping, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.14
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 49636.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: R200
  • In City Limits: No

Building Info

  • Builder Name: CROSS BUILDERS

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9875.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 160602326351
  • Tax Lot: 4
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 4564
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 07/11/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 31, 2001
Sold by
Mcnally Edward B and Mcnally M B
Bought by
Symon Robert J and Symon Karen 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 $524,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $73,000 Credit Line Revolving
Open $584,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Closed $280,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/11/2025 07/11/25 Sold $1,110,000 +0.9% $243 / Sq Ft
06/15/2025 06/15/25 Pending -- -- --
06/11/2025 06/11/25 For Sale $1,100,000 -- $241 / 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 $9,875 $801,900 $280,900 $521,000
2023 $8,646 $757,933 $0 $0
2022 $7,774 $713,967 $0 $0
2021 $7,197 $670,000 $267,600 $402,400
2020 $7,197 $670,000 $267,600 $402,400
2019 $7,178 $670,000 $267,600 $402,400
2018 $7,627 $710,200 $267,600 $442,600
2017 $7,710 $704,800 $0 $0
2016 -- $699,400 $0 $0
2015 $7,654 $694,000 $0 $0
2014 $7,654 $694,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDMC2182846

Bright MLS

APN: 06-02326351