The buyer got cold feet, and we are back on the Market. This impressive Colonial, featuring a charming Victorian elevation, welcomes you with a covered front porch, a two-car garage, and outstanding curb appeal. With over 3,500 square feet of finished living space, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers a spacious and flexible floor plan ideal for modern living. Step into a dramatic two-story foyer flanked by formal living and dining rooms—perfect for entertaining. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, a center island, and a convenient mudroom with access from the garage. A well-placed powder room adds functionality, while the adjacent family room features a cozy gas fireplace and custom built-in bookcases. A stunning sunroom addition at the rear of the home provides year-round enjoyment, thanks to its dedicated mini-split heating and cooling system. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a spacious primary suite with a private bath and ample closet space. The finished lower level adds exceptional versatility with a large recreation room, a third full bath, a laundry area, and a full in-law kitchen—ideal for multi-generational living or extended guest stays. Fresh updates are underway, including newly painted rooms and new carpet on the staircase and upper level, making this home truly move-in ready.
Sold for $600,000
$600,000
11718 Backus Dr, Bowie, MD 20720
4beds
3,652sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1990
0.3 Acres Lot
$598,600 Zestimate®
$164/sqft
$4,319 Estimated rent
Home value
$598,600
$533,000 - $670,000
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Cozy gas fireplaceFinished lower levelDramatic two-story foyerOutstanding curb appealCustom built-in bookcasesStainless steel appliancesIn-law kitchen
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kyle McCarthy 301-910-7472,
RE/MAX Leading Edge,
Co-Listing Agent: Patrick J Mccarthy 301-502-6190,
RE/MAX Leading Edge
Bought with:
Marc Stallings, 5007107
VYBE Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDPG2159064
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Recreation Room, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Lower
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring - Laminated
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Crown Molding, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - Laminated
- Level: Main
Foyer
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Half bath
- Features: Flooring - Laminated
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Laminated
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Lower
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Lower
Other
- Features: Flooring - Laminate Plank
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Zoned, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Ductless, Zoned, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Humidifier, Ice Maker, Instant Hot Water, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Table Space, Dining Area, 2nd Kitchen, Built-in Features, Primary Bath(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Cathedral Ceiling(s), 9'+ Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet, Laminate, Wood
- Doors: Six Panel, Sliding Glass
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Full,Finished,Heated,Improved,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,652
- Total interior livable area: 3,652 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,464
- Finished area below ground: 1,188
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Concrete, Off Street, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Storage
- Pool features: Community
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
- Features: Backs to Trees, Landscaped, Interior Lot, Private, Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 17141662840
- Zoning: RR
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Fiber Optic, Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Pool
- Subdivision: Springfield Manor
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Basketball Court, Common Grounds, Pool, Tot Lots/Playground
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Pool(s)
- HOA fee: $81 monthly
- HOA name: SPRINGFIELD MANOR HOA
Location
- Region: Bowie
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $164/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $576,300
- Annual tax amount: $7,945
- Date on market: 7/31/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2025 | Sold | $600,000-4%$164/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDPG2159064 Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2025 | Contingent | $625,000$171/sqft |
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| 9/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $625,000-1.6%$171/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDPG2159064 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2025 | Contingent | $635,000$174/sqft |
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| 8/16/2025 | Price change | $635,000-2.3%$174/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDPG2159064 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $650,000$178/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDPG2159064 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2025 | Contingent | $650,000$178/sqft |
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| 7/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $650,000$178/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDPG2159064 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,449 +25.3% | $576,300 +7.8% |
| 2024 | $5,946 +8.4% | $534,700 +8.4% |
| 2023 | $5,483 +9.2% | $493,100 +9.2% |
| 2022 | $5,021 +2.4% | $451,500 +2.4% |
| 2021 | $4,903 +2.5% | $440,900 +2.5% |
| 2020 | $4,785 -22.1% | $430,300 +4.1% |
| 2019 | $6,143 | $413,400 |
| 2018 | $6,143 +1.5% | $413,400 +1.5% |
| 2017 | $6,050 +10.6% | $407,100 +1.6% |
| 2016 | $5,472 | $400,800 +7.3% |
| 2015 | $5,472 | $373,667 +7.8% |
| 2014 | $5,472 | $346,533 +8.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $319,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $319,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $319,400 -42.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $553,800 +7.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $514,026 +8.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $474,253 +9.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $434,480 +13.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $382,640 +15.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $330,800 +18.6% |
| 2004 | -- | $278,960 |
| 2003 | -- | $278,960 +6% |
| 2002 | -- | $263,282 +13.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $231,930 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 20720
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GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Rockledge Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.5 mi
- 6/10Samuel Ogle Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.4 mi
- 4/10Bowie High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Prince George's County Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- 11718 Backus Dr
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