NOT LISTED FOR SALE

18715 Sparkling Water Dr Unit 303 Germantown, MD 20874

Estimated Value: $314,000 - $343,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,516 Sq Ft
$433/mo HOA Fee

Highlights

  • Penthouse
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Dual Staircase
  • Germantown Elementary Rated A-
  • Open Floorplan
  • 4-minute walk to Fountain Hills Local Park

About This Home

As of June 2024

Spacious and brightly lit 2-bedroom condo with loft in Germantown, conveniently located in Fountain Hills neighborhood. Secure building access, open living space, balcony overlooking woodland area, 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, kitchen with breakfast bar, beautiful loft with skylights, ceiling fans in all rooms, separate living room, balcony with a great view! Permit parking with plenty of spaces available. Walking distance to swimming pool, playgrounds, park and trails, soccer field, tennis and basketball courts. Easy access to schools, shopping, restaurants, Germantown Recreation Park & Sports Complex, Germantown Town Center and public library, MARC rail station, Kingsview Park & Ride, I-270 and Metro. All the conveniences in a safe and private community. Tenant must obtain renter insurance.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Lei He

(202) 643-7664 leihehomes@gmail.com Signature Home Realty LLC Listed on: 05/10/2024

Signature Home Realty LLC

Last Renter's Agent

datacorrect BrightMLS

datacorrect@brightmls.com Non Subscribing Office

Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,752

Year Built

  • Built in 1998 | Remodeled in 2005

Lot Details

  • 1 Common Wall
  • Southwest Facing Home
  • Landscaped
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Property is in excellent condition

HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Penthouse
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Entry on the 3rd floor
  • Advanced Framing
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Brick Front
  • Asphalt

Interior Spaces

  • 1,516 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Dual Staircase
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Window Screens
  • Den
  • Loft
  • Views of Woods

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Built-In Microwave
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Electric Front Loading Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Intercom
  • Exterior Cameras

Parking

  • Handicap Parking
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Private Parking
  • Lighted Parking
  • Parking Lot
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Parking Permit Included
  • Parking Space Conveys
  • Unassigned Parking

Accessible Home Design

  • Halls are 36 inches wide or more
  • Doors are 32 inches wide or more

Outdoor Features

  • Sport Court
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Playground
  • Play Equipment
  • Rain Gutters

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Windows
  • Property is near a park

Listing and Financial Details

  • Residential Lease
  • Security Deposit $2,100
  • Tenant pays for cable TV, electricity, frozen waterpipe damage, gas, HVAC maintenance, insurance, light bulbs/filters/fuses/alarm care, minor interior maintenance, pest control
  • No Smoking Allowed
  • 12-Month Min and 24-Month Max Lease Term
  • Available 6/1/24
  • $50 Application Fee
  • $150 Repair Deductible
  • Assessor Parcel Number 160903237102

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include exterior building maintenance, management, parking fee, pool(s), recreation facility, road maintenance, snow removal, trash, water, security gate, common area maintenance
  • Fountain Hills HOA
  • Low-Rise Condominium
  • Fountain Hill Condominium Condos
  • Built by PULTE HOMES
  • Fountain Hills Community
  • Fountain Hills Subdivision
  • Property Manager

Amenities

  • Picnic Area
  • Common Area

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Baseball Field
  • Community Basketball Court
  • Community Playground
  • Lap or Exercise Community Pool
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,752

Year Built

Built in 1998 | Remodeled in 2005

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$433 per month

Rental Info

  • Date Available: 2024-06-01
  • Application Fee: 50.00
  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Security Deposit: 2100.00
  • Smoking Allowed Yn: No
  • Tenant Pays: Cable Tv, Electricity, Frozen Waterpipe Damage, Gas, Hvac Maintenance, Insurance, Light Bulbs/Filters/Fuses/Alarm Care, Minor Interior Maintenance, Pest Control
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: Yes
  • Max Lease in Months: 24
  • Min Lease in Months: 12
  • Rent Spree Online Application: No

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Structure Type: Penthouse Unit/Flat/Apartment
  • Unit Building Type: Garden 1 - 4 Floors
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Loft, Unit/Flat
  • Accessibility Features: 32"+ Wide Doors, 36"+ Wide Halls
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Lower 2, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Year Renovated: 2005
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Spacious and brightly lit 2-bedroom condo with loft in Germantown, conveniently located in Fountain Hills neighborhood. Secure building access, open living space, balcony overlooking woodland area, 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, kitchen with breakfast bar, beautiful loft with skylights, ceiling fans in all rooms, separate living room, balcony with a great view! Permit parking with plenty of spaces available. Walking distance to swimming pool, playgrounds, park and trails, soccer field, tennis and basketball courts. Easy access to schools, shopping, restaurants, Germantown Recreation Park & Sports Complex, Germantown Town Center and public library, MARC rail station, Kingsview Park & Ride, I-270 and Metro. All the conveniences in a safe and private community. Tenant must obtain renter insurance.
  • Repair Deductible: 150.00
  • Washer Dryer Hookups YN: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Stove, Built-In Microwave, Dryer - Electric, Dryer - Front Loading, Energy Efficient Appliances, Energy Star Refrigerator, Intercom, Oven/Range - Gas, Water Heater
  • Entry Floor: 3
  • Flooring Type: Laminated
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Floor Plan - Open, Additional Stairway, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Intercom, Pantry, Skylight(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow, Double Hung, Double Pane, Energy Efficient, Screens, Skylights
  • Fireplace: No
  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings, Dry Wall
  • Floors In Unit Count: 2
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Primary Bedroom, Study, Laundry, Loft
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Has Laundry, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit, Upper Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1516
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1516
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 1.39
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1516
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 18715

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Advanced Framing, Asphalt, Brick, Brick Front, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Play Area, Play Equipment, Sidewalks, Sport Court, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s), Bbq Grill, Gutter System
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Spa: No
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Handicap Parking, Lighted Parking, Parking Space Conveys, Permit Included, Private, Unassigned
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street, Parking Lot

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Intercom, Main Entrance Lock, Sprinkler System - Indoor, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Exterior Cameras, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Phone Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 66.48
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 367.00
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Name: Fountain Hill Condominium
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Basketball Courts, Pool - Outdoor, Tennis Courts, Tot Lots/Playground, Baseball Field, Bike Trail, Common Grounds, Jog/Walk Path, Picnic Area
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Ext Bldg Maint, Management, Parking Fee, Pool(s), Recreation Facility, Road Maintenance, Snow Removal, Trash, Water, Security Gate, Common Area Maintenance
  • HOA Name: FOUNTAIN HILLS HOA
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No
  • Community Pool Features: Concrete, Fenced, Filtered, In Ground, Lap/Exercise, Permits

Schools

  • School District: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 121138126809
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Lot Features: Backs - Parkland, Backs To Trees, Landscaping, Private
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: R30

Building Info

  • Builder Name: PULTE HOMES

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 160903237102
  • Close Date: 06/16/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 16, 2019
Sold by
Darling Robert and Darling Elyssa A
Bought by
Song Jia Jie and He Lei
Current Estimated Value
$330,504

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 10, 2006
Sold by
Arablouei Ramin
Bought by
Darling Robert and Darling Elyssa A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Interest Rate
6.28%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2006
Sold by
Arablouei Ramin
Bought by
Darling Robert and Darling Elyssa A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Interest Rate
6.28%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 9, 2005
Sold by
Martzloff Christopher D
Bought by
Arablouei Ramin

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 26, 2005
Sold by
Martzloff Christopher D
Bought by
Arablouei Ramin
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Song Jia Jie $214,500 Hollman & Flynn Title
Darling Robert $330,000 --
Darling Robert $330,000 --
Arablouei Ramin $314,900 --
Arablouei Ramin $314,900 --
Arablouei Ramin $314,900 --
Arablouei Ramin $314,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Darling Robert $50,000
Previous Owner Darling Robert $263,500
Previous Owner Darling Robert $263,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/16/2024 06/16/24 Rented $2,100 0.0% --
05/17/2024 05/17/24 Under Contract -- -- --
05/10/2024 05/10/24 For Rent $2,100 +7.7% --
06/01/2022 06/01/22 Rented $1,950 0.0% --
05/13/2022 05/13/22 Under Contract -- -- --
05/01/2022 05/01/22 For Rent $1,950 -- --
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 $2,752 $246,667 -- --
2024 $2,752 $233,333 $0 $0
2023 $2,596 $220,000 $66,000 $154,000
2022 $2,468 $218,333 $0 $0
2021 $1,753 $216,667 $0 $0
2020 $3,466 $215,000 $64,500 $150,500
2019 $1,909 $215,000 $64,500 $150,500
2018 $2,605 $215,000 $64,500 $150,500
2017 $2,681 $215,000 $0 $0
2016 $2,735 $213,333 $0 $0
2015 $2,735 $211,667 $0 $0
2014 $2,735 $210,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDMC2130594

Bright MLS

APN: 09-03237102