$865,000
SOLD OCT 21, 2024
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,250 Sq Ft
7,500 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$266 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Colonial Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Kensington Parkwood Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 3-minute walk to Kensington Heights Park

About This Home

As of October 2024

Welcome to 3511 Decatur Ave., a renovated Craftsman-style home in the heart of Kensington, just steps from Kensington Heights Park with easy access to shops and public transportation. This home features approximately 3,200 SF of living space on three floors, including 3 spacious bedrooms each with a private bath, as well as wonderful private and landscaped outdoor living spaces.

The main level centers around a well-equipped eat-in kitchen with new stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, and ample counter space. A large living room and a bright family room offer flexible living areas on either side of the kitchen.

Upstairs, there are three bedrooms with private baths and 9+ foot ceilings. The lower level includes a laundry room and additional storage.

Outside, the fully fenced yard features a walkway and newly built pergola. The updated landscaping and expansive driveway provide parking for 4+ cars.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Avi Galanti

Compass License #608773 Listed on: 09/25/2024

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Shaz Fazalbhoy

Keller Williams Lucido Agency

Keller Williams Lucido Agency

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,726

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

Lot Details

  • 7,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned R60

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Permanent Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • HardiePlank Type
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Connecting Stairway
  • Sump Pump

Parking

  • 4 Parking Spaces
  • 4 Driveway Spaces

Schools

  • Kensington Parkwood Elementary School
  • North Bethesda Middle School
  • Walter Johnson High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • North Kensington Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 4
  • Assessor Parcel Number 161301132522

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,726

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to 3511 Decatur Ave., a renovated Craftsman-style home in the heart of Kensington, just steps from Kensington Heights Park with easy access to shops and public transportation. This home features approximately 3,200 SF of living space on three floors, including 3 spacious bedrooms each with a private bath, as well as wonderful private and landscaped outdoor living spaces. The main level centers around a well-equipped eat-in kitchen with new stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, and ample counter space. A large living room and a bright family room offer flexible living areas on either side of the kitchen. Upstairs, there are three bedrooms with private baths and 9+ foot ceilings. The lower level includes a laundry room and additional storage. Outside, the fully fenced yard features a walkway and newly built pergola. The updated landscaping and expansive driveway provide parking for 4+ cars.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Disposal, Dishwasher, Dryer, Energy Star Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Permanent
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Sump Pump
  • Total Sq Ft: 3575
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3250
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 281.97
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3050
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 200
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 325
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 525
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 3511

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Stucco, Hardiplank Type
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4

Utilities

  • Refuse: 38.07
  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • 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

  • School District: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: KENSINGTON PARKWOOD
  • Middle School: NORTH BETHESDA
  • High School: WALTER JOHNSON
  • 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: KENSINGTON PARKWOOD
  • High School: WALTER JOHNSON
  • Middle Or Junior School: NORTH BETHESDA

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: R
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7500.00
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: R60
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7726.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 161301132522
  • Tax Lot: 4
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2360
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 10/21/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 25, 2024
Closed on
Oct 21, 2024
Sold by
Maurich Properties Llc
Bought by
Cypher Tricia B and Mehra Karan
Seller's Agent
Avi Galanti
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Shaz Fazalbhoy
Keller Williams Lucido Agency
List Price
$860,000
Sold Price
$865,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.58%
Views
43

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.74%
Original Mortgage
$692,000
Outstanding Balance
$685,909
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$221,095

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 12, 2024
Sold by
Kaplan-Crawford Trust and Kaplan William A
Bought by
Maurich Properties Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$584,900
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 17, 2013
Sold by
Kaplabn William A and Crawford Elizabeth Ann
Bought by
Kaplan William A and Kaplan Elizabeth A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 5, 2013
Sold by
Kaplan William A and Crawford Elizabeth Ann
Bought by
Kaplan William A and Crawford Elizabeth Ann

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$354,500
Interest Rate
3.56%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 28, 2004
Sold by
Priddy Jerry L
Bought by
Kaplan William A Et Al Tr

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$333,700
Interest Rate
5.74%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 4, 2003
Sold by
Morgal Ralph M and Morgal Debra A
Bought by
Priddy Jerry L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 12, 2003
Sold by
Elman David and Elman O
Bought by
Morgal Ralph M and Morgal Debra A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 19, 2001
Sold by
Cohen Robert
Bought by
Elman David and Elman O

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 7, 1997
Sold by
Ricardo L Fagnani
Bought by
Cohen Robert
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $865,000 Legacy Settlements
Special Warranty Deed $635,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed $435,000 --
Deed $490,000 --
Deed $275,000 --
Deed $129,000 --
Deed $116,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $692,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $584,900 New Conventional
Previous Owner $354,500 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $333,700 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/18/2025 08/18/25 For Sale $889,000 +2.8% $361 / Sq Ft
10/21/2024 10/21/24 Sold $865,000 +0.6% $266 / Sq Ft
09/25/2024 09/25/24 For Sale $860,000 -- $265 / 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 $7,726 $654,600 -- --
2024 $7,726 $589,300 $242,500 $346,800
2023 $6,801 $573,933 $0 $0
2022 $6,897 $558,567 $0 $0
2021 $5,583 $543,200 $232,500 $310,700
2020 $5,679 $507,700 $0 $0
2019 $5,242 $472,200 $0 $0
2018 $4,622 $436,700 $232,500 $204,200
2017 $8,928 $425,433 $0 $0
2016 -- $414,167 $0 $0
2015 $4,820 $402,900 $0 $0
2014 $4,820 $402,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDMC2149382

Bright MLS

APN: 13-01132522