5514 Charles St Bethesda, MD 20814
Alta Vista Neighborhood
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,516
Sq Ft
5,800
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Gourmet Kitchen
- Colonial Architecture
- Recreation Room
- Wyngate Elementary School Rated A
- Deck
- 1 Fireplace
About This Home
As of November 2024Offer due 11:00am 10/16 Welcome to this Dutch Colonial on an exquisitely landscaped lot in Alta Vista neighborhood of Bethesda! As you enter, you'll be greeted by a covered front entry and a gracious sun-lit foyer. Beyond the foyer is a formal dining room with grass cloth wallpaper. The kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring granite countertops, Kraftmaid cabinetry with soft close drawers, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, an atrium window, and a pantry. The kitchen opens onto the family room and the picturesque rear porch, there’s a seamless flow for indoor-outdoor living. The adjoining light-filled family room boasts a gas fireplace and beamed ceilings, providing a perfect space for relaxation or entertainment. The deck off the back is enchanting with pergolas and views of the koi pond and amazing garden. The spacious living room is ideal for entertaining, filled with wonderful natural light and offering picturesque views of the back deck. Completing the main level is a half bathroom and multiple closets.
Upstairs, are four bedrooms and two beautifully renovated full bathrooms, including a primary bedroom with generous closet space, a ceiling fan, and a private spa bathroom with glass enclosed shower with a modern shower panel tower system and a rainfall waterfall shower head. The striking hall bathroom has a modern shower panel tower system with 8 jets, recessed nooks, and it is completely renovated.
The lower level of this home boasts a recreation room, a laundry room, and a huge storage / work room. The exterior of the property features a private driveway, a charming Flagstone and brick pathways, and an extensive level backyard with a picturesque deck with two wood pergolas, thriving garden beds, a koi pond, and lovely, lush landscaping. It is rare to find a property in this area with such an extraordinary unique backyard!
With spacious rooms and incredible location, this home provides unparalleled livability and comfort. While it could benefit from cosmetic updating and attention to the basement, it presents the perfect opportunity to customize and transform this home into your own oasis.
Easy commute downtown—drive or take NIH Metro. In close proximity to Maple Wood Park, The Bethesda Trolley Walking Trail, NIH Metro, the YMCA, The French International School, the National Institute of Health, Walter Reed Medical Center and Downtown Bethesda. Convenient to interstate 270 and the Capital Beltway-A Commuter Dream!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,678
Year Built
- Built in 1969
Lot Details
- 5,800 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is zoned R60
Parking
- Driveway
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Dutch Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Block Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Property has 3 Levels
- Built-In Features
- Ceiling Fan
- 1 Fireplace
- Sliding Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Storage Room
- Laundry Room
- Carpet
Kitchen
- Gourmet Kitchen
- Upgraded Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
Basement
- Connecting Stairway
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Porch
Schools
- Wyngate 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
- Alta Vista Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 18
- Assessor Parcel Number 160700555062
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 11, 2024
Closed on
Nov 15, 2024
Sold by
Neil R Greene Revocable Trust and House Trust
Bought by
Zymeri Bedri and Zymeri Teuta
Seller's Agent
Todd Harris
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Tatjana Bajrami
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$959,000
Sold Price
$980,000
Premium/Discount to List
$21,000
2.19%
Views
85
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
$81,912
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.40%
Original Mortgage
$784,000
Outstanding Balance
$779,774
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$265,741
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 6, 2011
Sold by
Greene Neil R
Bought by
Greene Neil R
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 27, 2010
Sold by
Greene Neil R
Bought by
Greene Neil R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$135,932
Interest Rate
4.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 30, 2006
Sold by
Greene Ellen K and Greene R N
Bought by
Greene Neil R Tr
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 18, 2006
Sold by
Greene Ellen K and Greene R N
Bought by
Greene Neil R Tr
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $980,000 | Mbo Settlements | |
| Deed | $980,000 | Mbo Settlements | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $784,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $784,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $135,932 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $140,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/15/2024 11/15/24 | Sold | $980,000 | +2.2% | $390 / Sq Ft |
| 10/16/2024 10/16/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/11/2024 10/11/24 | For Sale | $959,000 | -- | $381 / 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 | $11,246 | $919,300 | $519,100 | $400,200 |
| 2023 | $9,986 | $871,233 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $6,635 | $823,167 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1 | $775,100 | $494,400 | $280,700 |
| 2020 | $16,430 | $762,033 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $8,035 | $748,967 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $7,875 | $735,900 | $470,900 | $265,000 |
| 2017 | $7,270 | $695,767 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $5,995 | $655,633 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $5,995 | $615,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $5,995 | $604,667 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2024
Todd Harris
Long & Foster
(301) 455-5440
1 in this area
79 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Tatjana Bajrami
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(202) 468-1439
2 in this area
48 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: MDMC2145804
APN: 07-00555062
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