Ying Chen
Coldwell Banker Realty
(240) 337-0919
51 Total Sales
1 in Gaithersburg
$470,000 Price
8 James St Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Gaithersburg Area
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,360
Sq Ft
10,370
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- 0.24 Acre Lot
- Cape Cod Architecture
- No HOA
- Open Floorplan
- 1 Fireplace
- 2 Car Detached Garage
About This Home
As of June 2026Charming bungalow featuring soaring 9.5-foot ceilings and a farmhouse-style kitchen with granite countertops and tile flooring. Bathrooms maintain their original character, while an inviting front porch enhances the home’s charm and curb appeal. The layout includes a formal dining room, convenient main-level laundry, well-designed living spaces, and a detached garage. Main-level bedrooms and a full bath offer easy accessibility, all situated on a level lot. Home sold as is.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(888) 860-7369 md.broker@exprealty.net EXP Realty, LLC Brokerage Phone: 8888607369 License #0225099090 Listed on: 05/04/2026
Co-Listed By
(888) 860-7369 md.broker@exprealty.net EXP Realty, LLC Brokerage Phone: 8888607369
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,823
Year Built
- Built in 1927
Lot Details
- 10,370 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is zoned R90
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Front Facing Garage
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
Interior Spaces
- Property has 3 Levels
- Open Floorplan
- 1 Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Dining Area
Kitchen
- Electric Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
Outdoor Features
- Shed
Schools
- Rosemont Elementary School
- Forest Oak Middle School
- Gaithersburg High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Hot Water Heating System
- Oil Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Observatory Heights Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 19
- Assessor Parcel Number 160900841877
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 4, 2026
Closed on
Jun 30, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jonathan Lahey
EXP Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Vilas Wright
Wright Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$419,900
Sold Price
$475,000
Premium/Discount to List
$55,100
13.12%
Views
344
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-76.61%
Original Mortgage
$285,000
Outstanding Balance
$285,000
Interest Rate
6.36%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$137,881
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 23, 2015
Closed on
Jun 23, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Alan Bruzee
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Clara Callahan
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
List Price
$365,000
Sold Price
$355,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-2.74%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.68%
Original Mortgage
$366,715
Interest Rate
3.88%
Mortgage Type
VA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 29, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 23, 2009
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$221,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 30, 2008
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$221,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 5, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Ying Chen
-
Peter Maser
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128 Total Sales
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Stacy Henderson
Stacy Henderson
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Paul Marston
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187 Total Sales
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$430K - $675K Price Range
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Mark Bertini
Mark Bertini
RLAH @properties
(202) 883-8760
81 Total Sales
1 in Gaithersburg
$433,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $475,000 | Commonwealth Land Title | |
| Deed | $355,000 | Fidelity Natl Title Ins Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | $260,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $285,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $334,792 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $367,327 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $366,715 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $221,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/30/2026 06/30/26 | Sold | $475,000 | +13.1% | $349 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/04/2026 05/04/26 | For Sale | $419,900 | +18.3% | $309 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/30/2015 06/30/15 | Sold | $355,000 | +1.4% | $261 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/06/2015 06/06/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/18/2015 05/18/15 | Price Changed | $350,000 | 0.0% | $257 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/08/2015 05/08/15 | Price Changed | $349,900 | -4.1% | $257 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/23/2015 04/23/15 | For Sale | $365,000 | -- | $268 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History
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| 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 | $4,823 | $338,133 | ||
| 2024 | $4,459 | $314,467 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $4,813 | $290,800 | $195,100 | $95,700 |
| 2022 | $3,293 | $287,133 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,193 | $283,467 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $3,193 | $279,800 | $195,100 | $84,700 |
| 2019 | $3,171 | $279,800 | $195,100 | $84,700 |
| 2018 | $3,163 | $279,800 | $195,100 | $84,700 |
| 2017 | $3,215 | $281,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $3,108 | $270,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $3,108 | $259,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $3,108 | $248,600 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jonathan Lahey
Seller's Agent in 2026
Jonathan Lahey
EXP Realty, LLC
(301) 651-4900
745 Total Sales
-
Grettell Delcid
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Grettell Delcid
EXP Realty, LLC
(240) 818-1358
71 Total Sales
-
Vilas Wright
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Vilas Wright
Wright Real Estate, LLC
(301) 213-6910
135 Total Sales
-
A
Seller's Agent in 2015
Alan Bruzee
Long & Foster
-
Yvette Chisholm
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015
Yvette Chisholm
Long & Foster
(301) 758-9500
48 Total Sales
-
C
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Clara Callahan
BHHS PenFed (actual)
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: MDMC2227332
APN: 09-00841877
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