Nestled in a serene tree-lined setting, this charming home built in 1948 is in excellent condition offering a delightful blend of classic appeal, privacy and modern comfort. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout the first and second floors, open living spaces, wood burning fireplace. Three comfortable bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths recently painted. Exterior offers a gorgeous screened porch and an expansive two-tiered slate patio under a bevy of trees, perfect for entertaining or enjoying nature. Lower level is finished offering space for an office gym or recreation. Designed for an indoor-outdoor lifestyle within a peaceful setting , close to the metro and Rock Creek Park for walking, biking and hiking the nature trails. Close to everything the area has to offer. When showing: PLEASE don't let the cat outside. Seller will need a rent back for a period of time. Call me with any questions. OFFERS DUE WEDNESDAY AT NOON
Sold for $750,000
$750,000
2970 Forsythe Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910
3beds
1,990sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
7,711 Square Feet Lot
$754,600 Zestimate®
$377/sqft
$3,830 Estimated rent
Home value
$754,600
$687,000 - $830,000
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Wood burning fireplaceExpansive two-tiered slate patioSerene tree-lined settingGleaming hardwood floorsGorgeous screened porchOpen living spaces
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Listed by:
Tricia Murphy 202-445-4664,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with:
Kate Sheckells, 603331
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDMC2167970
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Basement - Finished
- Level: Lower
Basement
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Basement - Finished
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Flooring - Marble, Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Upper
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop(s) - Solid Surface, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Tile, Lighting - Ceiling
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Features: Flooring - Slate, Lighting - Ceiling
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven/Range - Electric, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry, In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Other
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Mantel(s), Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,160
- Total interior livable area: 1,990 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,440
- Finished area below ground: 550
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Stone Retaining Walls
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Wood,Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden
Lot
- Size: 7,711 sqft
- Features: Backs to Trees, Landscaped, Private, Rear Yard, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 161301003145
- Zoning: R90
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Passive Radon Mitigation
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Phone Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Silver Spring
- Subdivision: Forest Glen Park
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/21/2025 | Sold | $750,000+4.2%$377/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDMC2167970 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2025 | Pending sale | $720,000$362/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2167970 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2025 | Contingent | $720,000$362/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2167970 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $720,000+36.5%$362/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2167970 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2018 | Sold | $527,500-2.1%$265/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2017 | Price change | $539,000-5.3%$271/sqft |
Source: Strategic Investment Group, Llc. #1003767965 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2017 | Price change | $569,000+5.6%$286/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Capital Properties #1003767965 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2017 | Price change | $539,000-5.3%$271/sqft |
Source: Bethesda/ Chevy Chase #1000050725 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2017 | Price change | $569,000-4.8%$286/sqft |
Source: Bethesda/ Chevy Chase #MC10034457 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2017 | Price change | $598,000-4.9%$301/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Capital Properties #MC10034457 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2017 | Price change | $629,000-4.6%$316/sqft |
Source: W.C. & A.N. Miller, Realtors, A Long & Foster Co. #MC9928545 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2017 | Listed for sale | $659,000+38.7%$331/sqft |
Source: W.C. & A.N. Miller, Realtors, A Long & Foster Co. #MC9928545 Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2015 | Sold | $475,000$239/sqft |
Source:  Long & Foster Broker Feed #1004203674_100 Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2012 | Sold | $475,000-3%$239/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2012 | Listed for sale | $489,900+28.9%$246/sqft |
Source: Long and Foster Real Estate Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2003 | Sold | $380,000+31%$191/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2001 | Sold | $290,000+26.6%$146/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/1999 | Sold | $229,000+33.1%$115/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/1994 | Sold | $172,000$86/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,827 +14.9% | $617,400 +4.3% |
| 2024 | $6,814 +1.7% | $591,900 +1.8% |
| 2023 | $6,698 +6.4% | $581,300 +1.9% |
| 2022 | $6,298 +2% | $570,700 +1.9% |
| 2021 | $6,175 +8.2% | $560,100 +8.3% |
| 2020 | $5,705 +20% | $517,167 +19.9% |
| 2019 | $4,756 -0.2% | $431,300 |
| 2018 | $4,765 -3% | $431,300 |
| 2017 | $4,912 +12.9% | $431,300 |
| 2016 | $4,350 | $431,300 -0.6% |
| 2015 | $4,350 | $434,000 +0.4% |
| 2014 | $4,350 | $432,467 +0.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $430,933 +0.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $429,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $429,400 |
| 2010 | -- | $429,400 -15.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $508,890 +9.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $464,350 +10.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $419,810 +11.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $375,270 +15.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $324,420 +18.6% |
| 2004 | -- | $273,570 +22.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $222,720 +10.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $201,016 |
| 2001 | -- | $201,016 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Forest Glen Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Woodlin Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 6/10Sligo Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 7/10Albert Einstein High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Montgomery 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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- 20910
- Forest Glen Park
- 2970 Forsythe Ave
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