Move-in ready and beautifully maintained, this 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom split foyer home sits on a quiet street in Melody Acres, a neighborhood where homes rarely come up for sale. With no HOA, you get all the benefits of an established community with none of the added rules or fees. The classic brick and vinyl exterior offers timeless curb appeal with easy, low-maintenance upkeep. The main level features 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, including a primary bedroom with its own private shower and a shared hall bath for the additional bedrooms. The kitchen was updated a few years ago and remains in excellent condition, flowing into the dining area with easy access to a peaceful back deck, perfect for morning coffee or evening unwinding. Hardwood flooring runs throughout the main level living spaces. Downstairs offers 2 more bedrooms and a full bath, ideal for guests, extended family, or a home office setup, plus a large family room anchored by a cozy stone fireplace. With no neighboring home on one side, the backyard offers a little extra privacy to enjoy along with the shed for storage. Located just minutes from Route 5 in Charlotte Hall, this home offers an easy commute to PAX River, Joint Base Andrews, and Washington, DC. The current owner is ready to make way for its next chapter. Don't miss this rare opportunity in a neighborhood that doesn't turn over often, schedule your showing today!
For sale
$450,000
37636 Handel Dr, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622
5beds
2,389sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1976
0.6 Acres Lot
$442,800 Zestimate®
$188/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Timeless curb appealEasy low-maintenance upkeepShed for storageShared hall bath
- 4 days
- 263
- 21
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Amanda Holmes 301-643-3521,
EXP Realty, LLC 8888607369
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDSM2033310
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 1055
Heating
- Programmable Thermostat, Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Attic/House Fan, Dining Area, Pantry, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Primary Bath(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Stone
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,389
- Total interior livable area: 2,389 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,334
- Finished area below ground: 1,055
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Split Foyer,Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.6 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1905023815
- Zoning: RNC
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab, Block
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1976
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Melody Acres
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Charlotte Hall
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $188/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $431,767
- Annual tax amount: $3,928
- Date on market: 8/25/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: VA Loan,USDA Loan,FHA,Conventional,Cash
- Exclusions: None
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$442,800
$421,000 - $465,000
$2,255/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $450,000+9.8%$188/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDSM2033310 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2022 | Sold | $410,000$172/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDSM2006468 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2022 | Pending sale | $410,000$172/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDSM2006468 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2022 | Contingent | $410,000$172/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDSM2006468 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2022 | Listed for sale | $410,000+141.3%$172/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDSM2006468 Report a problem | ||
| 12/31/2002 | Sold | $169,900+19.2%$71/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2000 | Sold | $142,500$60/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,533 +22.1% | $409,233 +5.8% |
| 2024 | $3,712 +2.5% | $386,700 +2.5% |
| 2023 | $3,621 +47.9% | $377,300 +37.9% |
| 2022 | $2,449 +3.8% | $273,600 +11.3% |
| 2021 | $2,360 +1% | $245,900 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,338 +1% | $243,567 -0.9% |
| 2019 | $2,315 +1% | $245,900 +2.9% |
| 2018 | $2,293 -0.9% | $238,900 |
| 2017 | $2,315 -7.2% | $238,900 |
| 2016 | $2,495 | $238,900 -1% |
| 2015 | $2,495 | $241,300 |
| 2014 | $2,495 | $241,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $241,300 -13.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $279,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $279,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $279,000 -21.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $355,090 +19.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $297,786 +23.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $240,483 +31.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $183,180 +5.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $173,050 +6.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $162,920 +6.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $152,790 +3.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $148,046 +3.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $143,303 |
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Neighborhood: 20622
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lettie Marshall Dent
- Middle: Margaret Brent
- High: Chopticon
- District: St. Mary'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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