Discover the Best Block and Lot in the Neighborhood! Don't miss the opportunity to make this charming all-brick Colonial your own. Inside, you'll find sun-drenched rooms, hardwood floors, stylish light fixtures, built-in shelving, and a cozy fireplace that adds warmth and character throughout. The updated kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining room and covered carport, with easy access to the spectacular flat backyard. Designed for both entertaining and everyday living, this outdoor oasis features a paver patio, wood-burning fireplace, retaining wall, and underground drains. Upstairs, there are 3 spacious bedrooms and a full bath. The walk-up lower level offers a versatile 4th bedroom with its own full bath—perfect for guests, a home office, or flex space. Recent updates and improvements include: replaced exterior AC unit, hot water heater, washer, laundry tub, kitchen door, carport door, and weatherized basement door, along with new keyless door locks. Additional upgrades include installed pantry shelving, storm door, carport fence, security system, French drains, raised garden beds, compost area, and chimney improvements (liner, flue, cap replacement, and firebox repair). Carole Highlands is celebrated for its welcoming neighborhood feel, abundant green spaces, and close proximity to Sligo Creek with its walking and biking trails. A newly renovated park and playground at Hillwood Manor are just at the end of the street. Commuters will love the easy access to two Metro stations, the DC line, and the soon-to-open Purple Line. Welcome Home!
Sold for $560,000
$560,000
1529 Elson St, Takoma Park, MD 20912
4beds
1,728sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
8,112 Square Feet Lot
$558,800 Zestimate®
$324/sqft
$3,317 Estimated rent
Home value
$558,800
$497,000 - $626,000
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Wood-burning fireplaceCozy fireplaceStylish light fixturesWalk-up lower levelSpectacular flat backyardUnderground drainsBuilt-in shelving
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Listed by:
Michael Matese 301-806-6829,
Compass
Bought with:
Daniel Aste, 5008486
Pearson Smith Realty, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDPG2167204
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
Game room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Kitchen - Gourmet, Dining Area, Built-in Features, Crown Molding, Floor Plan - Traditional
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Rear Entrance,Full,Improved,Walk-Out Access,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Mantel(s)
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,728
- Total interior livable area: 1,728 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,152
- Finished area below ground: 576
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Carport, Off Street
- Carport spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 8,112 Square Feet
- Features: Premium
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 17171837046
- Zoning: RSF65
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Carole Highlands
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Takoma Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $324/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $415,967
- Annual tax amount: $5,687
- Date on market: 9/18/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2025 | Sold | $560,000+1.8%$324/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDPG2167204 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2025 | Pending sale | $550,000$318/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDPG2167204 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2025 | Contingent | $550,000$318/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDPG2167204 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $550,000+47.7%$318/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDPG2167204 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2017 | Sold | $372,456+3.7%$216/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2017 | Pending sale | $359,000$208/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #PG9935928 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2017 | Listed for sale | $359,000$208/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #PG9935928 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,832 +37% | $415,967 +8.7% |
| 2024 | $4,256 +2.1% | $382,700 +2.1% |
| 2023 | $4,170 -2% | $374,967 -2% |
| 2022 | $4,256 +6.5% | $382,700 +6.5% |
| 2021 | $3,998 +8.5% | $359,500 +8.5% |
| 2020 | $3,684 -9.8% | $331,267 +20.5% |
| 2019 | $4,084 | $274,800 |
| 2018 | $4,084 +12.3% | $274,800 +12.3% |
| 2017 | $3,636 +1.9% | $244,667 +14% |
| 2016 | $3,568 | $214,533 +16.3% |
| 2015 | $3,568 | $184,400 |
| 2014 | $3,568 | $184,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $184,400 -18.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $225,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $225,100 |
| 2010 | -- | $225,100 -34% |
| 2009 | -- | $340,900 +22.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $279,236 +28.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $217,573 +39.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $155,910 +8.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $143,572 +9.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $131,236 +10.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $118,900 |
| 2002 | -- | $118,900 +0.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $118,180 |
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Neighborhood: 20912
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GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Carole Highlands Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Buck Lodge Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 2/10High Point High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Carole Highlands
- 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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