$937,500
SOLD MAY 21, 2025

204 Hermleigh Rd Silver Spring, MD 20902

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,068 Sq Ft
0.59 Acres

Recently Sold

$306 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Gourmet Country Kitchen
  • Property borders a national or state park
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • 0.59 Acre Lot
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of May 2025

Magnificent Sweeping Wooded Views on an Incredible Lot in a Quiet Cul-de-Sac! This sprawling colonial sits on a 0.59-acre lot backing to North Branch Park, offering breathtaking wooded views and a rare two-car garage. Originally built in 1973, this impressive five-bedroom, 3.5-bath home has been tastefully renovated over the years, blending dramatic modern design with the spectacular natural landscape.Exquisite details fill this home, including wood flooring, crown molding, updated fixtures, modern ceiling fans, and scenic outdoor spaces. The covered front entry welcomes you into an inviting foyer, leading to the elegant living room with recessed lighting, which opens to the formal dining room with deck access. The updated eat-in kitchen features a GE Café appliance package, solid surface countertops, a gas oven with six burners plus an additional cooktop with two burners, two paneled dishwashers, soft-close drawers, a bright breakfast area with a bay window, a buffet space, and access to the two-car garage. A modern half bath and a laundry closet complete this level. The attached garage includes an ancillary kitchen with a second refrigerator, an oven, and cabinetry for extra storage and functionality.The second level boasts four bedrooms and two beautifully appointed full bathrooms, with a clever sliding barn door at the top of the stairway for added privacy. The generous primary suite has a private entry, a sleek ceiling fan, a walk-in closet with organizing systems—including thoughtful shoe storage—plus an additional wall closet. The timeless renovated marble primary bathroom offers a glass-enclosed shower, floor-to-ceiling tiled walls, and a skylight. A bedroom/nursery/office with direct access to the primary suite adds convenience and flexibility.The home features two light-filled lower levels. The first lower level includes a spacious family room with a brick accent wall, a fireplace with a mantle, and a large versatile fifth bedroom/playroom with a wardrobe system and access to a second deck with stunning wooded views. This level is complete with a renovated full bathroom and a second laundry. A few steps down, the second lower level reveals a surprisingly expansive recreation room with a large picture window and ample storage.Ideally situated on a remarkable 25,854-square-foot lot, the property features mature trees, complementary landscaping, and incredible vistas. The backyard includes two separate decks with privacy wood slats, seamlessly blending classic architecture with its tranquil natural surroundings. This home backs to scenic North Branch Park and is just a short distance from the neighborhood swim club.Conveniently located near Kemp Mill Swim Club, Northwest Branch Park, Wheaton Regional Park, Wheaton Ice Arena, horseback riding trails, biking and walking paths, and the Wheaton Library, this home also provides quick access to public transportation and shopping at Kemp Mill Shopping Center. With easy access to Georgia Avenue and Columbia Pike, this home offers the perfect balance of natural beauty and suburban convenience.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Judi Shields

Perennial Real Estate Listed on: 03/27/2025

Perennial Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Marci Wasserman

Perennial Real Estate License #SP98377021

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,142

Year Built

  • Built in 1973 | Remodeled in 2020

Lot Details

  • 0.59 Acre Lot
  • Property borders a national or state park
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R200

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 4 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Bay Window
  • Sliding Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Country Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Cooktop with Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Kemp Mill Elementary School
  • Odessa Shannon Middle School
  • Northwood High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 10
  • Assessor Parcel Number 161301331647

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Kemp Mill Estates Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,142

Year Built

Built in 1973 | Remodeled in 2020

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Split Level
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Year Renovated: 2020
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Magnificent Sweeping Wooded Views on an Incredible Lot in a Quiet Cul-de-Sac! This sprawling colonial sits on a 0.59-acre lot backing to North Branch Park, offering breathtaking wooded views and a rare two-car garage. Originally built in 1973, this impressive five-bedroom, 3.5-bath home has been tastefully renovated over the years, blending dramatic modern design with the spectacular natural landscape. Exquisite details fill this home, including wood flooring, crown molding, updated fixtures, modern ceiling fans, and scenic outdoor spaces. The covered front entry welcomes you into an inviting foyer, leading to the elegant living room with recessed lighting, which opens to the formal dining room with deck access. The updated eat-in kitchen features a GE Café appliance package, solid surface countertops, a gas oven with six burners plus an additional cooktop with two burners, two paneled dishwashers, soft-close drawers, a bright breakfast area with a bay window, a buffet space, and access to the two-car garage. A modern half bath and a laundry closet complete this level. The attached garage includes an ancillary kitchen with a second refrigerator, an oven, and cabinetry for extra storage and functionality. The second level boasts four bedrooms and two beautifully appointed full bathrooms, with a clever sliding barn door at the top of the stairway for added privacy. The generous primary suite has a private entry, a sleek ceiling fan, a walk-in closet with organizing systems—including thoughtful shoe storage—plus an additional wall closet. The timeless renovated marble primary bathroom offers a glass-enclosed shower, floor-to-ceiling tiled walls, and a skylight. A bedroom/nursery/office with direct access to the primary suite adds convenience and flexibility. The home features two light-filled lower levels. The first lower level includes a spacious family room with a brick accent wall, a fireplace with a mantle, and a large versatile fifth bedroom/playroom with a wardrobe system and access to a second deck with stunning wooded views. This level is complete with a renovated full bathroom and a second laundry. A few steps down, the second lower level reveals a surprisingly expansive recreation room with a large picture window and ample storage. Ideally situated on a remarkable 25,854-square-foot lot, the property features mature trees, complementary landscaping, and incredible vistas. The backyard includes two separate decks with privacy wood slats, seamlessly blending classic architecture with its tranquil natural surroundings. This home backs to scenic North Branch Park and is just a short distance from the neighborhood swim club. Conveniently located near Kemp Mill Swim Club, Northwest Branch Park, Wheaton Regional Park, Wheaton Ice Arena, horseback riding trails, biking and walking paths, and the Wheaton Library, this home also provides quick access to public transportation and shopping at Kemp Mill Shopping Center. With easy access to Georgia Avenue and Columbia Pike, this home offers the perfect balance of natural beauty and suburban convenience.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Area, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Country, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow, Skylights, Sliding
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels Count: 4
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Laundry, Recreation Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor, Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3360
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3068
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 369.55
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2568
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 500
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 292
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 792
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 204

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Additional Storage Area
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Refuse: 478.24
  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Fee Information

  • Front Foot Fee Pymt Freq: Annually

Schools

  • School District: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: KEMP MILL
  • Middle School: ODESSA SHANNON
  • High School: NORTHWOOD
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 121138126809
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: KEMP MILL
  • High School: NORTHWOOD
  • Middle Or Junior School: ODESSA SHANNON

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: R
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.59
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 25854.00
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: R200
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8142.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 161301331647
  • Tax Lot: 10
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 3068
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 05/21/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 27, 2025
Closed on
May 16, 2025
Sold by
Perelman Brad Stuart and Perelman Joanne
Bought by
Barak Sarah Bookman and Barak David Laurence
Seller's Agent
Judi Shields
Perennial Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Marci Wasserman
Perennial Real Estate
List Price
$949,000
Sold Price
$937,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,500
-1.21%
Views
26
Current Estimated Value
$938,351

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$851
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.30%
Original Mortgage
$637,500
Outstanding Balance
$635,847
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$302,504

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 7, 2019
Closed on
Nov 7, 2019
Sold by
Merlene Anthony G and Merlene Mary T
Bought by
Perelman Brad Stuart and Perelman Joanne
Seller's Agent
datacorrect BrightMLS
Non Subscribing Office
Buyer's Agent
laurie fratangelo
Weichert, REALTORS
List Price
$549,000
Sold Price
$549,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.14%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 2003
Sold by
Merlene Anthony G and Merlene Mary T
Bought by
Merlene Anthony G Et Al Tr

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 15, 2003
Sold by
Merlene Anthony G Et Al Tr
Bought by
Merlene Anthony G and Merlene Mary T

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 1, 1997
Sold by
T Anthony G and T Merlene M
Bought by
Anthony G Merlene Et Al Tr
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $937,500 Certified Title
Deed $937,500 Certified Title
Deed $549,000 Certified Title Corporation
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $637,500 New Conventional
Closed $637,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $250,000 Commercial
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/21/2025 05/21/25 Sold $937,500 -1.2% $306 / Sq Ft
03/31/2025 03/31/25 Pending -- -- --
03/27/2025 03/27/25 For Sale $949,000 +72.9% $309 / Sq Ft
11/07/2019 11/07/19 Sold $549,000 0.0% $179 / Sq Ft
11/07/2019 11/07/19 For Sale $549,000 -- $179 / Sq Ft
10/16/2019 10/16/19 Pending -- -- --
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 $8,142 $691,300 $259,400 $431,900
2024 $8,142 $643,733 $0 $0
2023 $6,880 $596,167 $0 $0
2022 $6,015 $548,600 $259,400 $289,200
2021 $5,797 $534,933 $0 $0
2020 $5,613 $521,267 $0 $0
2019 $5,426 $507,600 $222,400 $285,200
2018 $5,333 $501,100 $0 $0
2017 $5,438 $494,600 $0 $0
2016 -- $488,100 $0 $0
2015 $4,400 $470,100 $0 $0
2014 $4,400 $452,100 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDMC2164538

Bright MLS

APN: 13-01331647