$158,500
SOLD MAY 16, 2014

437 Christopher Ave Unit 32 Gaithersburg, MD 20879

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,422 Sq Ft
$321/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$111 Per Sq Ft

9% Below List Price

44 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Community Pool
  • Picnic Area
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Tennis Courts
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of April 2015

PRICE REDUCED FOR QUICK SALE! One of a kind! Ck out this 3BR, 2FB beauty! Open entrance, crown molding, recently updated kitchen w table space, upd cabinets & appliances, ceramic flrng. Freshly painted and carpet only a year old. Huge Main BR with lots of closet space. Hallway BA recently updtd bathroom vanity, sink and new light fixture. Water heater replaced a yr ago. Shows very well!!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sofia Pellegrino

Samson Properties Listed on: 03/24/2014

Samson Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Bret Brown

Corcoran McEnearney

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,137

Year Built

  • Built in 1975

Lot Details

  • Property is in very good condition

HOA Fees

  • $321 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Unassigned Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,422 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Open Floorplan
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Dryer

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 160901711993

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include cable TV, exterior building maintenance, lawn maintenance, insurance, trash, snow removal
  • Low-Rise Condominium
  • Hyde Park Phase Community
  • Hyde Park Subdivision

Amenities

  • Picnic Area
  • Common Area
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,137

Year Built

Built in 1975

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$321 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Unit/Flat/Apartment
  • Unit Building Type: Garden 1 - 4 Floors
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Lower 2, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Year Built: 1975
  • Remarks Public: PRICE REDUCED FOR QUICK SALE! One of a kind! Ck out this 3BR, 2FB beauty! Open entrance, crown molding, recently updated kitchen w table space, upd cabinets & appliances, ceramic flrng. Freshly painted and carpet only a year old. Huge Main BR with lots of closet space. Hallway BA recently updtd bathroom vanity, sink and new light fixture. Water heater replaced a yr ago. Shows very well!!!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Interior Amenities: Combination Dining/Living, Floor Plan - Open
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Floors 2-5
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1422
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1422
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 116.03
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1422
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 437

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Unassigned

Utilities

  • Refuse: 16.73
  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 321.00
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Common Grounds, Pool - Outdoor, Picnic Area, Tennis Courts, Tot Lots/Playground, Extra Storage
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Cable Tv, Ext Bldg Maint, Lawn Maintenance, Insurance, Trash, Snow Removal
  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2014
  • Zoning: R18
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2137.26
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 160901711993
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1422
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Close Date: 05/16/2014

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 27, 2015
Closed on
Apr 10, 2015
Sold by
Munoz Miriam S
Bought by
Williams Michael A and Williams Tammy Onley
Seller's Agent
Bret Brown
Corcoran McEnearney
Buyer's Agent
Matthew Green
RE/MAX Realty Services
List Price
$179,000
Sold Price
$174,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-2.79%
Current Estimated Value
$282,426

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$108,426
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.54%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 24, 2014
Closed on
May 16, 2014
Sold by
Pantoja Hector Luis
Bought by
Munoz Miriam S
Seller's Agent
Sofia Pellegrino
Samson Properties
Buyer's Agent
Bret Brown
Corcoran McEnearney
List Price
$175,000
Sold Price
$158,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$16,500
-9.43%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.92%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 17, 2011
Sold by
Martinez Maria V
Bought by
Pantoja Hector Luis

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$135,963
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 2011
Sold by
Martinez Maria V
Bought by
Pantoja Hector Luis

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$135,963
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 13, 2005
Sold by
Stagnoli David D
Bought by
Martinez Maria V

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$239,600
Interest Rate
6.17%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 2005
Sold by
Zare Ali R
Bought by
Stagnoli David D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 2005
Sold by
Zare Ali R
Bought by
Stagnoli David D
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 $174,000 Fidelity Natl Title Ins Co
Deed $158,500 Westcor Land Title Ins Co
Deed $139,500 --
Deed $139,500 Title Central Corporation
Deed $139,500 --
Deed $299,500 --
Deed $265,000 --
Deed $265,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $185,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $135,963 FHA
Previous Owner $135,963 FHA
Previous Owner $10,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $239,600 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/10/2015 04/10/15 Sold $174,000 -2.8% $122 / Sq Ft
03/13/2015 03/13/15 Pending -- -- --
02/27/2015 02/27/15 For Sale $179,000 +12.9% $126 / Sq Ft
05/16/2014 05/16/14 Sold $158,500 -3.9% $111 / Sq Ft
05/07/2014 05/07/14 Pending -- -- --
04/30/2014 04/30/14 Price Changed $165,000 -2.9% $116 / Sq Ft
04/14/2014 04/14/14 Price Changed $169,900 -2.9% $119 / Sq Ft
03/24/2014 03/24/14 For Sale $175,000 -- $123 / 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
2024 $2,431 $181,667 $0 $0
2023 $1,446 $160,000 $48,000 $112,000
2022 $1,973 $156,667 $0 $0
2021 $1,313 $153,333 $0 $0
2020 $1,048 $150,000 $45,000 $105,000
2019 $1,270 $150,000 $45,000 $105,000
2018 $1,276 $150,000 $45,000 $105,000
2017 $1,460 $160,000 $0 $0
2016 -- $160,000 $0 $0
2015 $2,035 $160,000 $0 $0
2014 $2,035 $160,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002899310

Bright MLS

APN: 09-01711993