538 Market St E Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Kentlands NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $764,000 - $840,759
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,672
Sq Ft
$298/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Fitness Center
- Open Floorplan
- Clubhouse
- Rachel Carson Elementary School Rated A
- Community Lake
- Contemporary Architecture
About This Home
As of December 2023Over 2600 square feet of finished living space on three levels: 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, 1 half-bath, 9+ft Ceilings, Hardwood/Tiled floors (2 levels), home gym/office, walk-in storage, upstairs laundry, and a generously sized detached 2-car garage. In the heart of the Lakelands: steps away from multiple playgrounds and tot lots; walking/biking trails; year-round community clubhouse with well-equipped fitness center and meeting rooms; basketball, pickleball and tennis courts; and the amazing shopping, dining, entertainment and amenities of walkable downtown Kentlands. Less than ten minutes from I-270, Shady Grove METRO, ICC, NIST, AstraZeneca and both Crown and Rio shopping and entertainment areas. Award winning Montgomery County Public Schools. Entry Level/Main Floor: Foyer with half-bath; Open concept floor plan with spacious living rooms and a formal dining room with crown molding and chair rail, Large eat-in kitchen w/ island, Light-filled morning room w/gas fireplace. 2018 GE Profile slate-gray appliances.
Second Floor: Large primary bedroom w/ walk in closet; Light-filled primary bath ensuite with soaking tub and separate shower; Two additional bedrooms with closet organization systems sharing a 2nd full bath with shower/tub. Walk-in laundry room with stacked 2021 Samsung HE front-loading w/d and a full wall of shelved storage space
Finished Basement (Carpet): Generously sized gym/office; Large 4th bedroom (w/legal egress 2019); Full hall bath with shower/tub; Large bonus room; Walk-in storage room with sump-pump.
HOME UPGRADES/IMPROVEMENTS (since 2018)
Legal Exterior Egress Window installed/4th bedroom (2019)
50 gal high recovery Bradford White Water Heater with expansion tank (2018)
GarageTek organization system installed (2019)
Entire HVAC: American Standard equipment including Dual AC units, Heat Pump, and Furnace (2020)
EnviroAire Germicidal UV light Whole Home Air Purification System (2020)
Updated LED light fixtures throughout (color changeable and dimmable when used with a dimmer-switch)
Thompson Creek Window Replacements (2020):
All front-facing windows, including bow window, Sound Shield Energy Efficient Windows
Kitchen window replaced with slider
Custom shutters installed on living room bow-window
Vivint Smart Home Security System (panel/equipment upgrade, 2023)
Last Buyer's Agent
Russell Chandler
Redfin Corp
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,449
Year Built
- Built in 2003
Lot Details
- 1,900 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is in very good condition
HOA Fees
- $125 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- 1 Driveway Space
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Rear-Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Low VOC Insulation
- Architectural Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
- Brick Front
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Property has 3 Levels
- Open Floorplan
- Chair Railings
- Crown Molding
- Tray Ceiling
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Whole House Fan
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Corner Fireplace
- Marble Fireplace
- Fireplace Mantel
- Gas Fireplace
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows with Low Emissivity
- Replacement Windows
- Insulated Windows
- Double Hung Windows
- Bay Window
- Sliding Windows
- Window Screens
- Sliding Doors
- Six Panel Doors
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Formal Dining Room
- Attic Fan
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Double Self-Cleaning Oven
- Gas Oven or Range
- Built-In Range
- Built-In Microwave
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Freezer
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
- Ice Maker
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Partially Carpeted
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Flush Toilets
- Soaking Tub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Stacked Electric Washer and Dryer
Partially Finished Basement
- Heated Basement
- Interior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
- Shelving
- Space For Rooms
- Workshop
- Basement Windows
Home Security
- Exterior Cameras
- Motion Detectors
Accessible Home Design
- More Than Two Accessible Exits
Eco-Friendly Details
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment for Heating
- Air Purifier
- Air Cleaner
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Air Filtration System
- Coal Stove
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Programmable Thermostat
- Water Dispenser
- High-Efficiency Water Heater
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 87
- Assessor Parcel Number 160903324517
- $410 Front Foot Fee per year
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include common area maintenance, snow removal, reserve funds, trash, lawn care front, lawn maintenance, management, pool(s), recreation facility
- Built by Ryan Homes
- Lakelands Subdivision, Tarquin Floorplan
- Property Manager
- Community Lake
Amenities
- Picnic Area
- Common Area
- Clubhouse
- Community Center
- Meeting Room
- Party Room
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Community Basketball Court
- Community Playground
- Fitness Center
- Community Infinity Pool
- Community Pool with Domestic Water
- Lap or Exercise Community Pool
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Security
- Storm Doors
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Fire Sprinkler System
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 9, 2023
Closed on
Dec 27, 2023
Sold by
Dietrich Allison W and Dietrich Christine N
Bought by
Myles Jermaine Diara and Wanton Elsie It
Seller's Agent
Alex Hodges
Cottage Street Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Russell Chandler
Redfin Corp
List Price
$744,888
Sold Price
$744,888
Total Days on Market
5
Views
66
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$51,552
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.83%
Original Mortgage
$595,910
Outstanding Balance
$588,690
Interest Rate
7.29%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$207,750
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 30, 2017
Closed on
Feb 17, 2018
Sold by
Megale Alexandre and Megale Larissa Vale
Bought by
Deitrich Allison W and Deitrich Christine N
Seller's Agent
Deborah Gladstein
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
Buyer's Agent
Ladda Cole
Samson Properties
List Price
$550,000
Sold Price
$545,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-0.91%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.39%
Original Mortgage
$496,631
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
VA
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 18, 2016
Closed on
May 16, 2016
Sold by
Geschmay Edward S and Geschmay Sondra
Bought by
Megale Alexandre and Megale Larissa Vale Scalon
Seller's Agent
Henny van Gogh
Keller Williams Capital Properties
Buyer's Agent
Annie Llewellyn
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$629,999
Sold Price
$620,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,999
-1.59%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.56%
Original Mortgage
$598,300
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 20, 2010
Sold by
Goodman Seth Benjamin and Goodman Kelly K
Bought by
Geschmay Edward S and Geschmay Sondra
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 9, 2006
Sold by
Goldberg Jeffrey A and Goldberg Rachel B
Bought by
Goodman Seth Benjamin and Goodman Kelly K
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$504,800
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 30, 2006
Sold by
Goldberg Jeffrey A and Goldberg Rachel B
Bought by
Goodman Seth Benjamin and Goodman Kelly K
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$63,000
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 24, 2003
Sold by
Gaithersburg Comm Assoc Llc
Bought by
Goldberg Jeffrey A and Goldberg Rachel B
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Myles Jermaine Diara | $744,888 | Title Forward | |
| Deitrich Allison W | $545,000 | Brennan Title Co | |
| Megale Alexandre | $620,000 | Rgs Title Llc | |
| Geschmay Edward S | $550,000 | -- | |
| Goodman Seth Benjamin | $631,000 | -- | |
| Goodman Seth Benjamin | $631,000 | -- | |
| Goldberg Jeffrey A | $395,549 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Myles Jermaine Diara | $595,910 | |
| Previous Owner | Dietrich Allison W | $150,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Dietrich Allison W | $481,017 | |
| Previous Owner | Deitrich Allison W | $496,631 | |
| Previous Owner | Megale Alexandre | $598,300 | |
| Previous Owner | Goodman Seth Benjamin | $504,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Goodman Seth Benjamin | $63,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Goodman Seth Benjamin | $63,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Goldberg Jeffrey A | $220,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/29/2023 12/29/23 | Sold | $744,888 | 0.0% | $279 / Sq Ft |
| 11/14/2023 11/14/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/09/2023 11/09/23 | For Sale | $744,888 | +36.7% | $279 / Sq Ft |
| 01/17/2018 01/17/18 | Sold | $545,000 | -0.9% | $286 / Sq Ft |
| 12/06/2017 12/06/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/30/2017 11/30/17 | For Sale | $550,000 | -11.3% | $289 / Sq Ft |
| 05/28/2016 05/28/16 | Sold | $620,000 | 0.0% | $254 / Sq Ft |
| 04/19/2016 04/19/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/14/2016 04/14/16 | Price Changed | $619,999 | -1.6% | $254 / Sq Ft |
| 03/18/2016 03/18/16 | For Sale | $629,999 | -- | $258 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $8,435 | $627,467 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $7,449 | $608,500 | $300,000 | $308,500 |
| 2022 | $7,174 | $602,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $7,136 | $597,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $7,031 | $591,700 | $300,000 | $291,700 |
| 2019 | $6,786 | $573,067 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $6,571 | $554,433 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $6,417 | $535,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $6,464 | $526,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $6,464 | $517,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $6,464 | $508,500 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Alex Hodges
Seller's Agent in 2023
Alex Hodges
Cottage Street Realty LLC
(703) 819-1023
1 in this area
608 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Russell Chandler
Redfin Corp
(240) 988-7609
-
Deborah Gladstein
Seller's Agent in 2018
Deborah Gladstein
BHHS PenFed (actual)
(301) 980-4027
6 in this area
31 Total Sales
-
Ladda Cole
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Ladda Cole
Samson Properties
(240) 485-8150
3 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2016
Henny van Gogh
Keller Williams Capital Properties
-
Annie Llewellyn
A
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Annie Llewellyn
Long & Foster
(240) 876-9990
2 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: MDMC2112498
APN: 09-03324517
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