NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3815 Decatur Ave Kensington, MD 20895

North Kensington Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $602,337 - $821,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,950 Sq Ft
$358/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 12, 2013

Last sale price $480,000 $246 Per Sq Ft

Est. 45% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,162/month

40 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Den
  • Albert Einstein High School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Shed

About This Home

As of July 2013

The Arts & Crafts architectural movement was popularized over a century ago and is now seeing a revival. This is your chance to own a charming American Bungalow style craftsman home. On a tree lined street in a neighborhood with sensible, ecologically oriented homes you can find a suburban lifestyle with easy Urban conveniences. Nature lovers enjoy nearby Beach Dr bike/walk path & many local parks

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Bruegging

tbruegging@mris.com Realty Advantage Listed on: 05/03/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Bruegging

tbruegging@mris.com Realty Advantage Listed on: 05/03/2013

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,576

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 7,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in very good condition
  • Property is zoned R60

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Den

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 2.5 Bathrooms

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Connecting Stairway
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Parking

  • Brick Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Shed

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Public Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 8
  • Assessor Parcel Number 161301132087

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,576

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: ,Parking Included In SalePrice
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Lower 2, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room List: Study, Bedroom 6
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Outside Entrance, Full, Fully Finished, Walkout Stairs
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 2080
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1950
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 400.24
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1248
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 702
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 130
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 832
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Cedar, Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Brick Driveway
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Off Street

Utilities

  • Refuse: 368.67
  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Septic, Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No

Fee Information

  • Front Foot Fee Pymt Freq: Annually

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 119200.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 215400.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Size Area: 7500
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7500.00
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Zoning: R60

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 14016520
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4575.62
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 161301132087
  • Tax Lot: 8
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2012

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 3, 2013
Closed on
Jul 12, 2013
Sold by
Paul Anthony D and Kuttler Laura J
Bought by
Bernardi Ethan L
Seller's Agent
Michael Bruegging
Realty Advantage
Buyer's Agent
Michael Bruegging
Realty Advantage
List Price
$499,500
Sold Price
$480,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,500
-3.9%
Current Estimated Value
$697,584

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$217,584
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.06%
Original Mortgage
$47,500
Outstanding Balance
$22,950
Interest Rate
3.97%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Estimated Equity
$674,634

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 12, 2007
Sold by
Riffle Janis J
Bought by
Paul Anthony D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$67,350
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 2007
Sold by
Riffle Janis J
Bought by
Paul Anthony D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$67,350
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 9, 2000
Sold by
Ommundsen Mary E and Ommundsen T W
Bought by
Riffle Janis J and Riffle R F
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bernardi Ethan L $480,000 First American Title Ins Co
Paul Anthony D $449,000 --
Paul Anthony D $449,000 --
Riffle Janis J $155,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bernardi Ethan L $47,500
Open Bernardi Ethan L $384,000
Previous Owner Paul Anthony D $67,350
Previous Owner Paul Anthony D $359,200
Previous Owner Paul Anthony D $359,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/12/2013 07/12/13 Sold $480,000 -3.9% $246 / Sq Ft
06/12/2013 06/12/13 Pending -- -- --
05/03/2013 05/03/13 For Sale $499,500 -- $256 / 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 $6,046 $478,867 -- --
2024 $6,046 $461,700 $242,500 $219,200
2023 $5,156 $446,533 $0 $0
2022 $4,722 $431,367 $0 $0
2021 $4,183 $416,200 $232,500 $183,700
2020 $4,183 $391,667 $0 $0
2019 $3,877 $367,133 $0 $0
2018 $3,582 $342,600 $232,500 $110,100
2017 $3,609 $339,933 $0 $0
2016 $3,703 $337,267 $0 $0
2015 $3,703 $334,600 $0 $0
2014 $3,703 $334,600 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Michael Bruegging

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003492368

Bright MLS

APN: 13-01132087

Maryland Montgomery County Kensington 20895 North Kensington

3815 Decatur Ave, Kensington, MD

Not Listed for Sale

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