Courtney Abrams
Responds Quickly
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(202) 875-6281
106 Total Sales
5 in Silver Spring
$755K - $1.2M Price Range
2970 Forsythe Ave Silver Spring, MD 20910
Silver Spring AreaEstimated Value: $709,000 - $800,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,990
Sq Ft
$378/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Private Lot
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Woodlin Elementary School Rated A-
- Wooded Lot
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of April 2025Nestled in a serene tree-lined setting, this charming home built in 1948 is in excellent condition offering a delightful blend of classic appeal, privacy and modern comfort. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout the first and second floors, open living spaces, wood burning fireplace.
Three comfortable bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths recently painted.
Exterior offers a gorgeous screened porch and an expansive two-tiered slate patio under a bevy of trees, perfect for entertaining or enjoying nature.
Lower level is finished offering space for an office gym or recreation. Designed for an indoor-outdoor lifestyle within a peaceful setting , close to the metro and Rock Creek Park for walking, biking and hiking the nature trails. Close to everything the area has to offer.
When showing: PLEASE don't let the cat outside.
Seller will need a rent back for a period of time. Call me with any questions. OFFERS DUE WEDNESDAY AT NOON
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(202) 966-1400 Triciamurphy@longandfoster.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #SP00092005 Listed on: 03/28/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,454
Year Built
- Built in 1948
Lot Details
- 7,711 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Wood Fence
- Stone Retaining Walls
- Landscaped
- Private Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Backs to Trees or Woods
- Back Yard
- Property is zoned R90
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Passive Radon Mitigation
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Property has 3 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace Mantel
- Brick Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Window Treatments
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Garden Views
- Finished Basement
- Laundry in Basement
Kitchen
- Electric Oven or Range
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Electric Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Shed
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Heat Pump System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Forest Glen Park Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot P13
- Assessor Parcel Number 161301003145
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 28, 2025
Closed on
Apr 21, 2025
Sold by
Scott Matthew Thomas and Scott Katie Madeline
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Patricia Murphy
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Katherine Sheckells
Compass
List Price
$720,000
Sold Price
$750,000
Premium/Discount to List
$30,000
4.17%
Views
64
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,671
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.16%
Original Mortgage
$637,500
Outstanding Balance
$629,345
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$122,326
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 27, 2017
Closed on
Dec 28, 2017
Sold by
Gaiser Sean P and Gaiser Ruth B
Bought by
Scott Matthew Thomas and Scott Katie Madeline
Seller's Agent
Bryan Zupan
Keller Williams Select Realtors of Annapolis
Buyer's Agent
David Thomas
Keller Williams Capital Properties
List Price
$539,000
Sold Price
$527,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,500
-2.13%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.93%
Original Mortgage
$501,125
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 18, 2012
Closed on
Dec 12, 2012
Sold by
Levy Albert Miriam
Bought by
Gaiser Sean P and Gaiser Ruth B
Seller's Agent
Peggy Speaker
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Martie Mitchell
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$489,900
Sold Price
$475,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-3.04%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.08%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 2, 2003
Sold by
Dorr Lisa C
Bought by
Levy Albert Miriam
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 13, 2001
Sold by
Mancuso James D and Mancuso K
Bought by
Dorr Lisa C
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 12, 1999
Sold by
Nathan Thomas E
Bought by
Mancuso James D and Mancuso K
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 2, 1994
Sold by
Maynard J D
Bought by
Natan Thomas E
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Silver Spring, MD
-
Courtney Abrams
-
Sam King
Sam King
King Real Estate, Inc
(360) 803-1036
77 Total Sales
2 in Silver Spring
$625K - $669K Price Range
-
Ellen Abrams
Ellen Abrams
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(844) 257-6153
48 Total Sales
3 in Silver Spring
$755K - $1.2M Price Range
-
Elana Boulos
Elana Boulos
Compass
(571) 384-5742
41 Total Sales
1 in Silver Spring
$565,000 Price
-
Craig Rosenfeld
Craig Rosenfeld
RE/MAX Realty Group
(301) 962-2390
93 Total Sales
1 in Silver Spring
$293,000 Price
-
Jenn Bonk
Jenn Bonk
Cummings & Co. Realtors
(667) 771-6583
171 Total Sales
1 in Silver Spring
$1,055,777 Price
Purchase History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $750,000 | Allied Title & Escrow | ||
| Scott Matthew Thomas | $527,500 | Kvs Title Llc | |
| Gaiser Sean P | $475,000 | -- | |
| Levy Albert Miriam | $380,000 | -- | |
| Dorr Lisa C | $290,000 | -- | |
| Mancuso James D | $229,000 | -- | |
| Natan Thomas E | $172,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $637,500 | ||
| Previous Owner | Scott Matthew Thomas | $465,415 | |
| Previous Owner | Scott Matthew Thomas | $501,125 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/21/2025 04/21/25 | Sold | $750,000 | +4.2% | $377 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/03/2025 04/03/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/28/2025 03/28/25 | For Sale | $720,000 | +36.5% | $362 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/28/2017 12/28/17 | Sold | $527,500 | -2.1% | $366 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/27/2017 11/27/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/27/2017 10/27/17 | For Sale | $539,000 | -- | $374 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History
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| 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 | $7,827 | $617,400 | ||
| 2024 | $7,454 | $591,900 | $326,700 | $265,200 |
| 2023 | $8,008 | $581,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $6,179 | $570,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $5,495 | $560,100 | $326,700 | $233,400 |
| 2020 | $5,495 | $517,167 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $5,487 | $474,233 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $4,492 | $431,300 | $309,100 | $122,200 |
| 2017 | $5,259 | $431,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | -- | $431,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $4,350 | $434,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $4,350 | $432,467 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Patricia Murphy
Seller's Agent in 2025
Patricia Murphy
Long & Foster
(202) 445-4664
19 Total Sales
-
Katherine Sheckells
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Katherine Sheckells
Compass
(301) 806-4450
25 Total Sales
-
Bryan Zupan
Seller's Agent in 2017
Bryan Zupan
Keller Williams Select Realtors of Annapolis
(703) 599-0318
12 Total Sales
-
David Thomas
Buyer's Agent in 2017
David Thomas
Keller Williams Capital Properties
(202) 486-5918
80 Total Sales
-
PS
Seller's Agent in 2012
Peggy Speaker
Long & Foster
-
CH
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2012
Cynthia Holland
Long & Foster
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: MDMC2167970
APN: 13-01003145
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