NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $663,000 - $707,432

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,707 Sq Ft
$400/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 19, 2022

Last sale price $620,525 $364 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,072/month

26 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Open Floorplan
  • Private Lot
  • Albert Einstein High School Rated A
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Solid Hardwood Flooring

About This Home

As of December 2022

Beautiful mid-century modern house in North Kensington. Walk to Starbucks, CVS, the Farmers market, MARC train station, metro and more. Open floor plan living space with a wood-burning fireplace opens into enclosed porch with heating and cooling for year round use. Solid hardwood floors throughout main floor. En-suite bathroom in the primary bedroom. Custom built pantry in the kitchen adds 5.5 feet of storage to a compact foot print. Finished basement includes a half bath, second fridge, and built-in storage space ideal for relaxing or entertaining, along with access to the garage and laundry. An additional room in the basement was finished in 2020 providing a flexible space for working, working out, or a guest bedroom.

Cement board siding, architectural shingle roof, and gutters replaced in summer 2022. Roof has a 50 year transferable warranty. Wood fencing in back yard replaced January/February 2022. Retaining wall and stairs to the front entry were recently rebuilt to expand the driveway and new railings added

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Aimee Hall

(703) 967-6613 aimee.hall@longandfoster.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #673702 Listed on: 10/27/2022

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Elizabeth Kaiser

(202) 999-5162 liz@emkresidential.com Compass License #SP98371459

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,567

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 7,424 Sq Ft Lot
  • Northeast Facing Home
  • Wood Fence
  • Private Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R60

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Entry on the 2nd floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • HardiePlank Type

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Bar
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Glass Doors
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Dining Area
  • Views of Woods
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Extra Refrigerator or Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Solid Hardwood
  • Partially Carpeted
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Front Loading Dryer
  • Front Loading Washer

Improved Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Garage Access
  • Basement Windows

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Wood or Metal Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Suburban Location

Schools

  • Rock View Elementary School
  • Newport Mill Middle School
  • Albert Einstein High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Treatment System
  • Water Dispenser
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • North Kensington Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 6
  • Assessor Parcel Number 161301129557

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,567

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler, Mid-Century Modern
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Expected On Market: 2022-10-27
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: Yes
  • Remarks Public: Beautiful mid-century modern house in North Kensington. Walk to Starbucks, CVS, the Farmers market, MARC train station, metro and more. Open floor plan living space with a wood-burning fireplace opens into enclosed porch with heating and cooling for year round use. Solid hardwood floors throughout main floor. En-suite bathroom in the primary bedroom. Custom built pantry in the kitchen adds 5.5 feet of storage to a compact foot print. Finished basement includes a half bath, second fridge, and built-in storage space ideal for relaxing or entertaining, along with access to the garage and laundry. An additional room in the basement was finished in 2020 providing a flexible space for working, working out, or a guest bedroom. Cement board siding, architectural shingle roof, and gutters replaced in summer 2022. Roof has a 50 year transferable warranty. Wood fencing in back yard replaced January/February 2022. Retaining wall and stairs to the front entry were recently rebuilt to expand the driveway and new railings added
  • Special Assessment Payment: Annually
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer - Front Loading, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Washer - Front Loading, Water Dispenser, Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Entry Floor: 2
  • Flooring Type: Solid Hardwood, Partially Carpeted, Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Interior Amenities: Floor Plan - Open, Water Treat System, Wood Floors, Primary Bath(s), Bar, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Pantry
  • Window Features: Double Hung
  • Fireplace Features: Fireplace - Glass Doors, Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Daylight, Partial, Improved, Garage Access, Interior Access, Walkout Level, Windows
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor, Has Laundry
  • Total Sq Ft: 2132
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1707
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 542.01
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1107
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 600
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 425
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1025
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 3510

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Wood/Metal Shed
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Hardiplank Type
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Gutter System, Secure Storage, Sidewalks
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • 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, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street

Utilities

  • Refuse: 478.24
  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Phone Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes
  • Internet Services: LTE, Cable

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: ROCK VIEW
  • Middle School: NEWPORT MILL
  • High School: ALBERT EINSTEIN
  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Key: 121138126809
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: ROCK VIEW
  • High School: ALBERT EINSTEIN
  • Middle Or Junior School: NEWPORT MILL

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Green Water Conservation: Low-Flow Fixtures

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Fencing: Rear, Wood
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 203400.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 241900.00
  • Land Use Code: R
  • Lot Features: Private, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7424.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Enclosed
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2022
  • Zoning: R60
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 14016301
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5567.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 161301129557
  • Tax Lot: 6
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1707
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 12/19/2022

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 27, 2022
Closed on
Dec 16, 2022
Sold by
Michael Merschat and Ming-Wai Merschat
Bought by
Gillen Daniel John
Seller's Agent
Aimee Hall
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Kaiser
Compass
List Price
$600,000
Sold Price
$620,525
Premium/Discount to List
$20,525
3.42%
Views
7
Current Estimated Value
$683,358

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$62,833
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.43%
Original Mortgage
$496,420
Outstanding Balance
$481,524
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$201,834

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2018
Sold by
Merschat Michael Colby and Merschat Ming Wai
Bought by
Merschat Michael Colby and Merschat Ming Wai

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 10, 2013
Closed on
Nov 22, 2013
Sold by
Balintfy Joseph K and Horovitz Balintfy Ildiko
Bought by
Merschat Michael Colby and Merschat Mign Wai Farrell
Seller's Agent
Carmen Murphy
Samson Properties
Buyer's Agent
Tammy Thomas
Compass
List Price
$475,000
Sold Price
$455,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-4.21%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.47%
Original Mortgage
$409,500
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 26, 2007
Sold by
Stine John
Bought by
Balintfy Joseph K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$67,500
Interest Rate
6.18%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 12, 2007
Sold by
Stine John
Bought by
Balintfy Joseph K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$67,500
Interest Rate
6.18%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 5, 2002
Sold by
Bowie Chester W and Bowie A J
Bought by
Stine John
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
Gillen Daniel John $620,525 Stewart Title Guaranty Company
Merschat Michael Colby -- None Available
Merschat Michael Colby $455,000 Commonwealth Land Title Ins
Balintfy Joseph K $450,000 --
Balintfy Joseph K $450,000 --
Stine John $305,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gillen Daniel John $496,420
Previous Owner Merschat Michael Colby $409,500
Previous Owner Balintfy Joseph K $67,500
Previous Owner Balintfy Joseph K $360,000
Previous Owner Balintfy Joseph K $360,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/19/2022 12/19/22 Sold $620,525 +3.4% $364 / Sq Ft
11/18/2022 11/18/22 For Sale $600,000 -3.3% $351 / Sq Ft
10/27/2022 10/27/22 Off Market $620,525 -- --
10/27/2022 10/27/22 For Sale $600,000 +31.9% $351 / Sq Ft
11/22/2013 11/22/13 Sold $455,000 +1.1% $411 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/09/2013 10/09/13 Pending -- -- --
09/27/2013 09/27/13 Price Changed $450,000 -5.3% $407 / Sq Ft
09/10/2013 09/10/13 For Sale $475,000 -- $429 / Sq Ft
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 $5,857 $515,933 -- --
2024 $5,857 $445,300 $241,900 $203,400
2023 $5,142 $445,300 $241,900 $203,400
2022 $3,589 $445,300 $241,900 $203,400
2021 $5,017 $464,100 $231,900 $232,200
2020 $4,703 $438,833 $0 $0
2019 $4,389 $413,567 $0 $0
2018 $4,087 $388,300 $231,900 $156,400
2017 $3,748 $378,567 $0 $0
2016 $3,641 $368,833 $0 $0
2015 $3,641 $359,100 $0 $0
2014 $3,641 $359,100 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDMC2072660

Bright MLS

APN: 13-01129557