NOT LISTED FOR SALE

7 James St Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Estimated Value: $529,178 - $560,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,436 Sq Ft
$381/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 23, 2024

Last sale price $535,000 $373 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,353/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.18 Acre Lot
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Wood Flooring
  • Deck
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of May 2024

Delightful and inviting single family expanded rambler - ready to move right in! The large family room addition on the main level is amazing and opens to a two-tier deck and fully fenced in backyard with a dual entry shed (with electricity)! The table-spaced kitchen features stainless steel appliances plus JUST installed quartz countertops/sink/faucet and LVP flooring! There is a formal dining room with a large picture window and a formal living room with a wood burning fireplace. Three bedrooms and two baths on the main level. The primary bedroom has an en suite bath and dressing area. The hardwood floors in the main part of the home have been recently refinished and the main level freshly painted and many new fixtures installed. There is a full basement with a recreation room and laundry and tons of storage. Off-street parking makes this an ideal home. This home is on street that ends at the landmark International Latitude Observatory (no through traffic). Close to transportation, shopping, and restaurants. Just a couple of blocks to Metro Bus which takes you to Shady Grove Metro. Three airports (BWI, IAD, and DCA) accessible and commuter routes I270/I370/355, - plus parks and recreation. The MARC train stop is one mile away. Don't miss this one! Open Sunday, April 28 from 1-4 p.m. **ONE YEAR BUYER CINCH WARRANTY** See Virtual Tour for Interactive Floor Plan and Additional Photos!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Yvette Chisholm

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #578649 Listed on: 04/26/2024

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Co-Listed By

Kimberly Reynolds

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Leigh Washburn Andreasen

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty License #669883

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,118

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 7,800 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Property is zoned R90

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Built-In Features
  • Fireplace With Glass Doors
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Triple Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Sliding Doors
  • Insulated Doors
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Connecting Stairway

Home Security

  • Storm Windows
  • Storm Doors

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Observatory Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 24
  • Assessor Parcel Number 160900841753

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,118

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Expected On Market: 2024-04-26
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Delightful and inviting single family expanded rambler - ready to move right in! The large family room addition on the main level is amazing and opens to a two-tier deck and fully fenced in backyard with a dual entry shed (with electricity)! The table-spaced kitchen features stainless steel appliances plus JUST installed quartz countertops/sink/faucet and LVP flooring! There is a formal dining room with a large picture window and a formal living room with a wood burning fireplace. Three bedrooms and two baths on the main level. The primary bedroom has an en suite bath and dressing area. The hardwood floors in the main part of the home have been recently refinished and the main level freshly painted and many new fixtures installed. There is a full basement with a recreation room and laundry and tons of storage. Off-street parking makes this an ideal home. This home is on street that ends at the landmark International Latitude Observatory (no through traffic). Close to transportation, shopping, and restaurants. Just a couple of blocks to Metro Bus which takes you to Shady Grove Metro. Three airports (BWI, IAD, and DCA) accessible and commuter routes I270/I370/355, - plus parks and recreation. The MARC train stop is one mile away. Don't miss this one! Open Sunday, April 28 from 1-4 p.m. **ONE YEAR BUYER CINCH WARRANTY** See Virtual Tour for Interactive Floor Plan and Additional Photos!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Table Space, Dining Area, Built-Ins, Window Treatments, Entry Level Bedroom, Wood Floors, Floor Plan - Traditional
  • Window Features: Screens, Storm, Triple Pane
  • Fireplace Features: Equipment, Fireplace - Glass Doors, Mantel(s)
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Insulated, Sliding Glass, Storm
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Full
  • Total Sq Ft: 2204
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1436
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 348.19
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1436
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 768
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 768
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 7

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, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Roof: Composite
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street

Utilities

  • Refuse: 172.63
  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Fee Information

  • Front Foot Fee Pymt Freq: Annually

Schools

  • School District: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 121138126809
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Fully, Rear
  • Land Use Code: R
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7800.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: R90
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Pets: Cats Ok, Dogs Ok
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4118.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 160900841753
  • Tax Lot: 24
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1436
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Close Date: 05/23/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 26, 2024
Closed on
May 23, 2024
Sold by
Kimes William
Bought by
Ramirez Julita A
Seller's Agent
Yvette Chisholm
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Leigh Washburn Andreasen
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
List Price
$500,000
Sold Price
$535,000
Premium/Discount to List
$35,000
7%
Views
132
Current Estimated Value
$547,295

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$12,295
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.43%
Original Mortgage
$481,500
Outstanding Balance
$476,937
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$67,537

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 2008
Sold by
Powell Matthew J and Powell C A
Bought by
Kimes William

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$315,150
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 30, 2008
Sold by
Powell Matthew J and Powell C A
Bought by
Kimes William

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$315,150
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 5, 1998
Sold by
N Carlton W and N Ward S
Bought by
C Matthew J and C Powell A
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ramirez Julita A $535,000 Classic Settlements
Kimes William $345,000 --
Kimes William $345,000 --
C Matthew J $154,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ramirez Julita A $481,500
Previous Owner Kimes William $307,000
Previous Owner Kimes William $308,000
Previous Owner Kimes William $319,725
Previous Owner Kimes William $315,150
Previous Owner Kimes William $315,150
Previous Owner Powell Matthew J $100,000
Previous Owner Powell Matthew K $217,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/23/2024 05/23/24 Sold $535,000 +7.0% $373 / Sq Ft
04/30/2024 04/30/24 Pending -- -- --
04/26/2024 04/26/24 For Sale $500,000 0.0% $348 / Sq Ft
01/05/2023 01/05/23 Rented $2,400 0.0% --
11/07/2022 11/07/22 For Rent $2,400 +14.3% --
11/01/2021 11/01/21 Rented $2,100 0.0% --
10/06/2021 10/06/21 Under Contract -- -- --
09/27/2021 09/27/21 For Rent $2,100 -- --
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 $4,450 $339,533 -- --
2024 $4,450 $316,267 $0 $0
2023 $4,118 $293,000 $185,800 $107,200
2022 $4,004 $291,167 $0 $0
2021 $3,950 $289,333 $0 $0
2020 $3,950 $287,500 $185,800 $101,700
2019 $3,929 $287,500 $185,800 $101,700
2018 $3,924 $287,500 $185,800 $101,700
2017 $3,300 $289,900 $0 $0
2016 -- $279,000 $0 $0
2015 $3,716 $268,100 $0 $0
2014 $3,716 $257,200 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDMC2124416

Bright MLS

APN: 09-00841753