$830,000
SOLD JUL 8, 2013

531 Helene St Gaithersburg, MD 20878

Kentlands Neighborhood
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,151 Sq Ft
5,000 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$200 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Rachel Carson Elementary School Rated A
  • Open Floorplan
  • 5-minute walk to Lakelands Park

About This Home

As of July 2016

OPEN HOUSE SUN 5/5 1PM-4PM! Graciously appointed NV Emory model is a rare find! 4BR/3.5BA, brick front home boasts tons of elegant upgrades from cherry HWflrs that grace the main level to the coffered ceiling in FamRm. Stunning gourmet kit w/SS app, granite counters & lovely cabinetry. Luxe MBR suite w/tray ceil & spa bath. Fin LL. Fenced grassy yard & special side porch offers a private escape.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mike Aubrey

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty License #583580 Listed on: 05/01/2013

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Margie Halem

Compass

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,862

Year Built

  • Built in 2002

Lot Details

  • 5,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Picket Fence
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Property is in very good condition
  • Property is zoned MXD

HOA Fees

  • $90 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Rear-Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Brick Front

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Chair Railings
  • Crown Molding
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Two Story Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Palladian Windows
  • French Doors
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Library
  • Game Room
  • Storage Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Room
  • Built-In Double Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 3.5 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Connecting Stairway

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Doors
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Humidifier
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Water Dispenser
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 7
  • Assessor Parcel Number 160903324973
  • $533 Front Foot Fee per year

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, management, insurance, pool(s), reserve funds, snow removal, trash
  • Built by NV HOMES
  • Lakelands Subdivision, Emory Floorplan
  • The community has rules related to alterations or architectural changes

Amenities

  • Clubhouse
  • Community Center

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Basketball Court
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Jogging Path

Security

  • Security Service

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,862

Year Built

Built in 2002

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$90 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: ,Parking Included In SalePrice
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Lower 2, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Remarks Public: OPEN HOUSE SUN 5/5 1PM-4PM! Graciously appointed NV Emory model is a rare find! 4BR/3.5BA, brick front home boasts tons of elegant upgrades from cherry HWflrs that grace the main level to the coffered ceiling in FamRm. Stunning gourmet kit w/SS app, granite counters & lovely cabinetry. Luxe MBR suite w/tray ceil & spa bath. Fin LL. Fenced grassy yard & special side porch offers a private escape.
  • Special Assessment Payment: Annually
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Humidifier, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven - Double, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Dispenser
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Dining Area, Primary Bath(s), Built-Ins, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors, Recessed Lighting, Floor Plan - Open
  • Window Features: Palladian
  • Fireplace Features: Mantel(s)
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: French, Six Panel, Storm
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 2 Story Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, High, Tray Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Library, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Study, Laundry, Storage Room
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Full, Fully Finished, Heated, Improved
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 4544
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 4151
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 285.97
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2972
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1179
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 393
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1572
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 531

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Combination, Brick, Brick Front
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Composite
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage
  • Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry, Garage Door Opener, Garage - Front Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: On Street, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Refuse: 127.37
  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C, Programmable Thermostat
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Programmable Thermostat
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector, Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 90.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Basketball Courts, Club House, Community Center, Exercise Room, Jog/Walk Path, Pool - Outdoor, Security, Tennis Courts, Tot Lots/Playground
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Management, Insurance, Pool(s), Reserve Funds, Snow Removal, Trash
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Management Type: Professional - On-Site
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Rules: Alterations/Architectural Changes
  • HOA: Yes

Fee Information

  • Front Foot Fee Pymt Freq: Annually

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Fully, Rear, Picket
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 437800.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 314900.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size Area: 5000
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5000.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2013
  • Zoning: MXD
  • In City Limits: Yes

Building Info

  • Builder Name: NV HOMES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 13941266
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9862.05
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 160903324973
  • Tax Lot: 7
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2972
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2012
  • Close Date: 07/08/2013

Multi Family

  • Front Foot Fee: 533.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 19, 2016
Closed on
Jul 27, 2016
Sold by
Shulman Alan C and Shulman Lauren B
Bought by
Recker Michael Vincent and Barr Judith Ann
Seller's Agent
GIULIA MASON
Old Line Properties, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Richard Prigal
RLAH @properties
List Price
$899,900
Sold Price
$889,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-1.11%
Total Days on Market
12
Current Estimated Value
$1,285,909

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$396,009
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.24%
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
3.48%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 15, 2014
Sold by
Shulman Alan and Shulman Lauren B
Bought by
The Alan C Shulman Revocable Trust

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2013
Closed on
Jul 8, 2013
Sold by
Nagarajan Sai Ravi and Veeraswami Umamaheswari
Bought by
Shulman Alan and Shulman Lauren B
Seller's Agent
Mike Aubrey
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
Buyer's Agent
Margie Halem
Compass
List Price
$849,900
Sold Price
$830,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-2.34%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.74%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 28, 2004
Sold by
Cukor Michael and Cukor Christine M
Bought by
Nagarajan Sai Ravi and Nagarajan Umamaheswari Veeraswami

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 5, 2003
Sold by
Gaithersburg Comm Assoc Llc
Bought by
Cukor Michael and Cukor Christine M
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $889,900 First American Title Ins Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed $830,000 First American Title Ins Co
Deed $793,000 --
Deed $625,505 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $395,000 New Conventional
Closed $417,000 New Conventional
Closed $290,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $515,000 Stand Alone Second
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/27/2016 07/27/16 Sold $889,900 -1.1% $214 / Sq Ft
05/29/2016 05/29/16 Pending -- -- --
05/19/2016 05/19/16 For Sale $899,900 +8.4% $217 / Sq Ft
07/08/2013 07/08/13 Sold $830,000 -2.3% $200 / Sq Ft
05/13/2013 05/13/13 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2013 05/01/13 For Sale $849,900 -- $205 / 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 $12,391 $926,433 $0 $0
2023 $10,855 $866,400 $393,600 $472,800
2022 $10,536 $864,733 $0 $0
2021 $10,498 $863,067 $0 $0
2020 $10,498 $861,400 $393,600 $467,800
2019 $10,344 $849,067 $0 $0
2018 $10,222 $836,733 $0 $0
2017 $10,197 $824,400 $0 $0
2016 -- $800,500 $0 $0
2015 $9,285 $776,600 $0 $0
2014 $9,285 $752,700 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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    Seller's Agent in 2016

    GIULIA MASON

    Old Line Properties, LLC

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    7 Total Sales

    GIULIA MASON
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  • Richard Prigal

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Richard Prigal

    Real Living at Home

    (301) 370-2306

    23 in this area

    206 Total Sales

    Richard Prigal
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  • Mike Aubrey

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Mike Aubrey

    BHHS PenFed (actual)

    (301) 873-9807

    33 in this area

    348 Total Sales

    Mike Aubrey
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  • Margie Halem

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Margie Halem

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    (301) 775-4196

    11 in this area

    308 Total Sales

    Margie Halem
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1004483175

Bright MLS

APN: 09-03324973

Maryland Montgomery County Gaithersburg 20878 Kentlands

531 Helene St, Gaithersburg, MD

This home is located at 531 Helene St, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 and is currently priced at $830,000, approximately $199 per square foot. This property was built in 2002. 531 Helene St is a home located in Montgomery County with nearby schools including Rachel Carson Elementary School, Lakelands Park Middle School, and Quince Orchard High School.

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