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Sold for $540,000
    • $540,000

    3913 Decatur Ave, Kensington, MD 20895

    2beds
    1,000sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1950
    5,200 Square Feet Lot
    $538,200 Zestimate®
    $540/sqft
    $2,848 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $538,200

    $495,000 - $581,000

    $2,848/mo

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    What's special

    Level fenced yardSpacious lotThermopane windowsNewly built rear deck
    NEW IMPROVED PRICE! Welcome home to an updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath bungalow with the most beautiful open kitchen designed for easy entertaining and everyday living - steps from Rock Creek Park and all things Kensington. Enjoy HWF that run throughout the home, complemented by thermopane windows. Situated on a spacious lot, the exterior offers exceptional outdoor living with a newly built rear deck, level fenced yard, driveway, and an oversized workshop/shed with electricity—perfect for hobbies, storage, or creative space. Enjoy easy access to neighborhood favorites including Knowles Station Wine & Co., La Gelattaria and Old Two Market. Minutes from the charming Frankly pizza and BabyCat brewery, plus nearby shopping, coffee shops, parks, and everyday conveniences that make Kensington living so appealing. LOCATION is SUPERB and this home offers immediate value, a great condo alternative. Photos have been virtually staged.

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    Listed by:

    Meredith Margolis 202-607-5877,

    Compass,

    Listing Team: Your P&Rtners, Co-Listing Agent: Jennifer Touchette 202-841-7782,

    Compass

    Bought with:

    Danny Lowery

    Compass

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDMC2248856MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Rooms
    • Room types: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Level: Main
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Main
    Primary bathroom
    • Level: Main
    Other
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    Laundry
    • Level: Main
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Electric
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Cooktop, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit, Laundry Room
    Features
    • Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Living, Entry Level Bedroom, Open Floorplan, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Gourmet, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Has basement: No
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,000
    • Total interior livable area: 1,000 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,000
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Paved, Off Street
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 5,200 Square Feet
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 161301261418
    • Zoning: R60
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Foundation: Other
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1950

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Rock Creek Palisades
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Kensington

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $540/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $471,367
    • Annual tax amount: $5,370
    • Date on market: 7/30/2026
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/18/2026Sold$540,000-0.9%$540/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2248856 Report a problem
    9/14/2026Pending sale$545,000$545/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2248856 Report a problem
    8/31/2026Contingent$545,000$545/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2248856 Report a problem
    7/16/2026Listed for sale$545,000-3.5%$545/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2236388 Report a problem
    7/13/2026Contingent$565,000$565/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2236388 Report a problem
    6/18/2026Price change$565,000-1.7%$565/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2236388 Report a problem
    6/4/2026Price change$575,000-3.4%$575/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2236388 Report a problem
    5/22/2026Listed for sale$595,000+6.3%$595/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2236388 Report a problem
    10/7/2023Sold$560,000$560/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2111914 Report a problem
    7/21/2023Sold$560,000+95.1%$560/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    10/19/2019Listing removed$2,400$2/sqft
    Source: Keyrenter Washington, DC Report a problem
    9/28/2019Listed for rent$2,400+4.3%$2/sqft
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    11/1/2018Listing removed$2,300$2/sqft
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    10/15/2018Price change$2,300-8%$2/sqft
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    9/8/2018Price change$2,500-21.9%$3/sqft
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    9/3/2018Listed for rent$3,200$3/sqft
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    7/10/2014Sold$287,000$287/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2026$6,202 +15.5%$471,367 +17.3%
    2025$5,370 +41.9%$401,733 +22.2%
    2024$3,785 +2%$328,800 +2.1%
    2023$3,710 +6.7%$322,033 +2.1%
    2022$3,479 +2.3%$315,267 +2.2%
    2021$3,401 +2.2%$308,500 +2.2%
    2020$3,329 +4.7%$301,767 +4.7%
    2019$3,179 -0.2%$288,300
    2018$3,185 +1%$288,300 +4.8%
    2017$3,154 +23.6%$275,033 +5.1%
    2016$2,551 $261,767 +5.3%
    2015$2,551 $248,500
    2014$2,551 $248,500
    2013-- $248,500 -4.9%
    2012-- $261,400
    2011-- $261,400
    2010-- $261,400 -24.5%
    2009-- $346,350 +14.4%
    2008-- $302,632 +16.9%
    2007-- $258,916 +20.3%
    2006-- $215,200 +19.8%
    2005-- $179,632 +24.7%
    2004-- $144,066 +32.8%
    2003-- $108,500 +1%
    2002-- $107,390
    2001-- $107,390
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: North Kensington

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Rock View
    • Middle: Newport Mill
    • High: Albert Einstein
    • 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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