$995,000

28 Philadelphia Ave Takoma Park, MD 20912

Estimated payment $6,403/month

Total Views 6,790
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,626 Sq Ft
$379 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Takoma Park Elementary School Rated A-
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

Welcome to this beautifully maintained and generously sized bungalow nestled in one of Takoma Parks most desirable neighborhoods. With nearly 3,000 square feet of finished living space, this home offers a rare blend of timeless character, modern updates and unbeatable location.
This 5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home includes a fully finished lower level with an in-law suite or rental suite with a separate entrance. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and 1 office space. Market value rent is approximately $2,000 per month. It's ideal for extra income or multigenerational living.
Recent upgrades include a brand new roof (June 2025), fresh interior paint (June 2025), and newer exterior paint(2023). There are hardwood floors under the carpet on the main level. The home also features a French drain system and fully waterproofed crawl space - adding peace of mind to its list of thoughtful improvements.
Located just one block from the Takoma Park Library, the food co-op, popular local shops, restaurants and less than a 10-minute walk to the Takoma Park Metro station, this home offers excellent walkability and access to top rated schools.
Whether you're looking for classic charm, investment potential, or a commuter's dream location - this Takoma Park gem checks every box.

Listing Agent

Sevasti Sarvinas-Nagel

Taylor Properties License #658642 Listed on: 07/10/2025

Taylor Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,788

Year Built

  • Built in 1913

Lot Details

  • 6,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R60

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Block Foundation
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2.5 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Extra Refrigerator or Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Rear Basement Entry
  • Drainage System
  • Basement Windows

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • More Than Two Accessible Exits
  • Deck

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Takoma Park Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 14
  • Assessor Parcel Number 161301071582

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,788

Year Built

Built in 1913

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 7/12/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1913
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to this beautifully maintained and generously sized bungalow nestled in one of Takoma Parks most desirable neighborhoods. With nearly 3,000 square feet of finished living space, this home offers a rare blend of timeless character, modern updates and unbeatable location. This 5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home includes a fully finished lower level with an in-law suite or rental suite with a separate entrance. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and 1 office space. Market value rent is approximately $2,000 per month. It's ideal for extra income or multigenerational living. Recent upgrades include a brand new roof (June 2025), fresh interior paint (June 2025), and newer exterior paint(2023). There are hardwood floors under the carpet on the main level. The home also features a French drain system and fully waterproofed crawl space - adding peace of mind to its list of thoughtful improvements. Located just one block from the Takoma Park Library, the food co-op, popular local shops, restaurants and less than a 10-minute walk to the Takoma Park Metro station, this home offers excellent walkability and access to top rated schools. Whether you're looking for classic charm, investment potential, or a commuter's dream location - this Takoma Park gem checks every box.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer - Electric, Cooktop, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Kitchen - Eat-In, Floor Plan - Traditional, 2nd Kitchen, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Entry Level Bedroom, Upgraded Countertops
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2.5
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished, Drainage System, Heated, Improved, Rear Entrance, Walkout Level, Windows
  • Basement Finished Percent: 100.00
  • Total Sq Ft: 2926
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2626
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 571.18
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1742
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 884
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 300
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1184
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 28

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • 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: Stucco
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • 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
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Refuse: 38.07
  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electric Available, Natural Gas Available
  • 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
  • School District Key: 121138126809
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: R
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.15
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6500.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: R60
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: Case By Case Basis
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 11788.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 161301071582
  • Tax Lot: 14
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2192
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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Source: Public Records

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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 $11,788 $684,733 -- --
2024 $11,788 $679,900 $302,600 $377,300
2023 $11,115 $640,567 $0 $0
2022 $10,095 $601,233 $0 $0
2021 $9,355 $561,900 $302,600 $259,300
2020 $9,355 $561,900 $302,600 $259,300
2019 $9,342 $561,900 $302,600 $259,300
2018 $9,646 $583,200 $302,600 $280,600
2017 $8,673 $520,733 $0 $0
2016 -- $458,267 $0 $0
2015 $6,461 $395,800 $0 $0
2014 $6,461 $395,800 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/06/2025 08/06/25 Price Changed $995,000 -9.1% $379 / Sq Ft
07/23/2025 07/23/25 Price Changed $1,095,000 -6.8% $417 / Sq Ft
07/10/2025 07/10/25 For Sale $1,175,000 -- $447 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Commonwealth Land Title
Deed $585,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $512,000 New Conventional
Closed $468,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $87,750 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDMC2189344

Bright MLS

APN: 13-01071582