Seller's Agent in 2019
Lee Murphy
Washington Fine Properties
(202) 277-7477
116 Total Sales
705 Houston Ave Takoma Park, MD 20912
Estimated Value: $739,000 - $924,000
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,074
Sq Ft
$392/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- No HOA
- Bungalow
- 4-minute walk to Toatley-Fraser Park
- Montgomery Blair High School Rated A+
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of October 2019New Listing! Fabulous Takoma Park 1920s bungalow nestled in bucolic setting steps to Sligo Creek Trail & playground. Nicely expanded while keeping its original charm & character, this 4BR, 3BA home offers great livability & entertaining space. Fully detached, flooded with light and offering a charming front porch and huge curb appeal, the home has a great layout: First fl: living rm with FP, dining, kit. + 2BRs, full BA. Upper: 2BRs, 1 full bath + a sitting room/office. Lower: large open area with high ceilings + office or 5th BR, full BA, outside and interior access. Huge deck and great backyard. Side parking for two cars. Near restaurants, TP library, grocery stores.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Washington Fine Properties, LLC License #SP98358325 Listed on: 09/05/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,883
Year Built
- Built in 1923
Lot Details
- 4,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is zoned R60
Home Design
- Bungalow
Interior Spaces
- Property has 3 Levels
- Finished Basement
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Parking
- Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Takoma Park Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot P19
- Assessor Parcel Number 161301067556
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 5, 2019
Closed on
Oct 11, 2019
Sold by
Emery Theodore A and Emery Audie Cornish
Bought by
Bethel Jacob D and Moese Jessica
Seller's Agent
Lee Murphy
Washington Fine Properties, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Sue Scott
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$699,000
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
$113,266
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.12%
Original Mortgage
$633,944
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 28, 2011
Sold by
Perkins Troy and Perkins Elizabeth
Bought by
Emery Theodore A and Cornish Emery Audie
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 14, 2011
Sold by
Perkins Troy and Perkins Elizabeth
Bought by
Emery Theodore A and Cornish Emery Audie
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 21, 2010
Sold by
Smith Eric D and Smith Samadara K
Bought by
Perkins Troy and Perkins Elizabeth
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$439,600
Interest Rate
5.03%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 26, 2009
Sold by
Deily Kristi L
Bought by
Smith Eric D and Smith Samadara K
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$319,200
Interest Rate
5.09%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 7, 2004
Sold by
Jacobson Thomas R
Bought by
Deily Kristi L
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 6, 1995
Sold by
Faust Gregory W
Bought by
Jacobson Thomas R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$132,004
Interest Rate
8.66%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethel Jacob D | $699,000 | Federal Title & Escrow Co | |
| Emery Theodore A | $586,000 | -- | |
| Emery Theodore A | $586,000 | -- | |
| Perkins Troy | $549,500 | -- | |
| Smith Eric D | $235,000 | -- | |
| Deily Kristi L | $295,000 | -- | |
| Deily Kristi L | $295,000 | -- | |
| Jacobson Thomas R | $132,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Bethel Jacob D | $633,944 | |
| Previous Owner | Emery Theodore A | $361,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Perkins Troy | $439,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Smith Eric D | $319,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Deily Kristi L | $46,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Deily Kristi L | $368,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Jacobson Thomas R | $132,004 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11/2019 10/11/19 | Sold | $699,000 | 0.0% | $337 / Sq Ft |
| 09/05/2019 09/05/19 | For Sale | $699,000 | -- | $337 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,003 | $666,200 | -- | -- |
| 2024 | $11,003 | $638,200 | $222,900 | $415,300 |
| 2023 | $9,744 | $605,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $8,847 | $572,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $8,296 | $538,900 | $222,900 | $316,000 |
| 2020 | $15,489 | $506,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $5,935 | $473,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $7,192 | $440,200 | $222,900 | $217,300 |
| 2017 | $4,447 | $383,767 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $4,159 | $327,333 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $4,159 | $270,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $4,159 | $270,900 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lee Murphy
-
Sue Scott
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Sue Scott
Long & Foster
(202) 550-7136
7 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: MDMC677494
APN: 13-01067556
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