$627,000
SOLD AUG 8, 2025

2229 Nees Ln Silver Spring, MD 20905

5 Beds
3 Baths
2,740 Sq Ft
0.33 Acres

Recently Sold

$229 Per Sq Ft

5% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • James Hubert Blake High School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Central Air

About This Home

As of August 2025

Welcome to this beautifully maintained 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom split-level home located in the desirable Countryside subdivision of Silver Spring. From the moment you step inside, you’re greeted by a bright, open-concept layout featuring a spacious sunroom addition with skylights and recessed lighting that fill the space with natural light. Perfect for entertaining or everyday living, the main level offers a seamless flow between the living, dining, and kitchen areas. Recent updates include a new roof and added insulation in both attics for improved energy efficiency, along with a new hot water heater installed in 2021. The generously sized bedrooms provide ample space for rest and relaxation, while the oversized owner's suite features a large en-suite bathroom with dual vanities, offering a peaceful retreat at the end of the day. Outside, the large, private backyard is ideal for entertaining, with an expansive deck perfect for BBQs, gatherings, or quiet moments outdoors. Additional highlights include an attached garage with plenty of storage and a driveway offering extra parking. This move-in-ready home blends comfort, space, and style in a fantastic Silver Spring location.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Russell Chandler

(301) 658-6186 russell.chandler@redfin.com Redfin Corp Listed on: 07/09/2025

Redfin Corp

Last Buyer's Agent

Tom Betz

(301) 540-2232 tombetz12@verizon.net RE/MAX Town Center

RE/MAX Town Center

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,524

Year Built

  • Built in 1971

Lot Details

  • 0.33 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned R200

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Finished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Schools

  • Fairland Elementary School
  • Benjamin Banneker Middle School
  • James Hubert Blake High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Countryside Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 15
  • Assessor Parcel Number 160500386581

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,524

Year Built

Built in 1971

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 7/9/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1971
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished
  • Total Sq Ft: 2740
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2740
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 311.33
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1924
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 816
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 816
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway

Utilities

  • Refuse: 244.78
  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • 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

  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: FAIRLAND
  • High School: JAMES HUBERT BLAKE
  • Middle Or Junior School: BENJAMIN BANNEKER

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.33
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 14543.00
  • Zoning: R200
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5524.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 160500386581
  • Tax Lot: 15
  • 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 9, 2025
Closed on
Aug 28, 2025
Sold by
Evans Kathleen K
Bought by
Carswell Christian and Betz Kristen
Seller's Agent
Russell Chandler
Redfin Corp
Buyer's Agent
Tom Betz
RE/MAX Town Center
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$627,000
Premium/Discount to List
$28,000
4.67%
Views
155
Current Estimated Value
$627,669

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$669
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.23%
Original Mortgage
$561,415
Outstanding Balance
$561,415
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$66,254

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 19, 2013
Closed on
Aug 30, 2013
Sold by
Johansen Jason and Johansen Suzanne
Bought by
Evans Kathleen K
Seller's Agent
Claude Osterman
Douglas Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
George Howard
George Howard Real Estate Inc.
List Price
$474,900
Sold Price
$380,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$94,900
-19.98%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.28%
Original Mortgage
$361,000
Interest Rate
4.43%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 2009
Sold by
Murphy Thomas E
Bought by
Mihalyi Johansen Jason

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 2002
Sold by
Ponchione J Brett and Ponchione C D
Bought by
Murphy Thomas E and Murphy Ii
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 $627,000 Bayline Title & Escrow Llc
Deed $380,000 Monument Title Inc
Deed $355,000 --
Deed $350,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $561,415 FHA
Previous Owner $361,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/08/2025 08/08/25 Sold $627,000 +4.7% $229 / Sq Ft
07/15/2025 07/15/25 Pending -- -- --
07/09/2025 07/09/25 For Sale $599,000 +57.6% $219 / Sq Ft
08/30/2013 08/30/13 Sold $380,000 -6.2% $198 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/07/2013 08/07/13 Pending -- -- --
07/17/2013 07/17/13 Price Changed $405,000 -1.2% $210 / Sq Ft
07/17/2013 07/17/13 Price Changed $410,000 -1.2% $213 / Sq Ft
06/16/2013 06/16/13 Price Changed $414,900 -2.4% $216 / Sq Ft
05/07/2013 05/07/13 Price Changed $424,900 -3.4% $221 / Sq Ft
04/28/2013 04/28/13 Price Changed $440,000 -2.2% $229 / Sq Ft
04/23/2013 04/23/13 Price Changed $450,000 -5.2% $234 / Sq Ft
04/12/2013 04/12/13 For Sale $474,900 0.0% $247 / Sq Ft
04/04/2013 04/04/13 Pending -- -- --
03/19/2013 03/19/13 For Sale $474,900 -- $247 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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 $5,524 $489,400 -- --
2024 $5,524 $441,000 -- --
2023 $4,251 $392,600 $207,000 $185,600
2022 $3,980 $386,467 $0 $0
2021 $3,767 $380,333 $0 $0
2020 $3,767 $374,200 $207,000 $167,200
2019 $3,601 $360,500 $0 $0
2018 $3,448 $346,800 $0 $0
2017 $3,364 $333,100 $0 $0
2016 $3,116 $319,367 $0 $0
2015 $3,116 $305,633 $0 $0
2014 $3,116 $291,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDMC2188758

Bright MLS

APN: 05-00386581