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Sold for $740,000
  • $740,000

    47 Philadelphia Ave, Takoma Park, MD 20912

    3beds
    1,743sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1925
    4,846 Square Feet Lot
    $830,600 Zestimate®
    $425/sqft
    $3,357 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $830,600

    $789,000 - $880,000

    $3,357/mo

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    What's special

    Amazing Location! Conveniently located near the Takoma Park Community Center, Farmers’ Market, and the brand-new Takoma Park Library! Welcome to this picturesque tree-top bungalow with a delightful front porch and a detached garage in vibrant and friendly Takoma Park! Built circa 1925, and completely remodeled in 2016, this distinctive property is brimming with charm and features an array of superb architectural details, including exquisite woodwork and Pine flooring, a handsome fireplace, replacement windows, vintage fittings, and charming archways. Upon entry, there is a ‘drop-zone’ nook that opens to the light-filled living room, which offers a brick fireplace flanked by windows. Beyond the living room is a formal dining room with an archway and the beautifully renovated kitchen. The thoughtfully remodeled kitchen and breakfast room boasts solid surface counters, a stainless-steel appliance suite, handsome cabinetry, a five-burner gas range with a built-in griddle, and excellent prep space. The versatile breakfast room / cozy family room opens to the kitchen and the backyard, providing scenic views. The main level is complete with two well-proportioned bedrooms with ceiling fans and an updated bathroom. One of the bedrooms offers access to the back deck and yard. Downstairs is a spacious finished recreation room with wood tile flooring and industrial-style lighting, a bedroom with ample natural light, a full bathroom with a vessel sink, and a large laundry room with cabinets and lots of storage space. The basement has undergone extensive waterproofing and comes with a lifetime warranty. The generously-sized private yard boasts wonderful stone hardscaping, ample space to run about, a brick paver patio, a synthetic deck, a covered front porch, and a detached garage. The perfect location: steps to Old Town and Sligo Creek Park. Just 0.5 miles to the Takoma Metro Station! Enjoy living in eclectic Takoma Park; the location offers all the allure and convenience of this very special area. Relish the warm sense of community as well as ready access to shopping, restaurants, the farmer’s market, and entertainment in both Takoma Park and wonderful, vibrant downtown Silver Spring. See you there!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Dan Metcalf 301-830-1221,

    Perennial Real Estate,

    Listing Team: Finn Family Group

    Bought with:

    Kathy Kiernan, 639752

    Washington Fine Properties, LLC

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDMC2140756MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Rooms
    • Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Breakfast Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Full Bath
    Basement
    • Area: 672
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Washer, Oven/Range - Gas, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
    Features
    • Kitchen - Table Space, Breakfast Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Entry Level Bedroom, Recessed Lighting, Open Floorplan, Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Upgraded Countertops, High Ceilings
    • Flooring: Wood
    • Windows: Double Pane Windows, Wood Frames
    • Basement: Connecting Stairway,Finished,Full,Partial,Windows
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Mantel(s)
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,815
    • Total interior livable area: 1,743 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,143
    • Finished area below ground: 600

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Off Street, Detached
    • Garage spaces: 1
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Back Yard
    Lot
    • Size: 4,846 Square Feet
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 161301080347
    • Zoning: R60
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Bungalow
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding
    • Foundation: Slab
    Condition
    • Very Good
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1925
    • Major remodel year: 2015

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Takoma Park
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Takoma Park
    • Municipality: TAKOMA PARK

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $425/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $682,200
    • Annual tax amount: $11,778
    • Date on market: 8/29/2024
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/21/2024Sold$740,000+2.1%$425/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2140756 Report a problem
    9/17/2024Pending sale$725,000$416/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2140756 Report a problem
    9/8/2024Contingent$725,000$416/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2140756 Report a problem
    8/29/2024Listed for sale$725,000+26.1%$416/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2140756 Report a problem
    5/13/2016Sold$575,000+5.5%$330/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    3/30/2016Pending sale$545,000$313/sqft
    Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #MC9604888 Report a problem
    3/24/2016Listed for sale$545,000$313/sqft
    Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #MC9604888 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$11,612 -0.1%$704,867 +3.3%
    2024$11,621 +11.4%$682,200 +11.4%
    2023$10,436 +17.1%$612,300 +12.9%
    2022$8,913 +14.9%$542,400 +14.8%
    2021$7,759 0%$472,500
    2020$7,763 -17.4%$472,500 -17.5%
    2019$9,401 +0.5%$572,400
    2018$9,352 -1.7%$572,400 +0.5%
    2017$9,515 +49.1%$569,700 +0.5%
    2016$6,380 $567,000 +63.8%
    2015$6,380 $346,200
    2014$6,380 $346,200
    2013-- $346,200 -9.8%
    2012-- $384,000
    2011-- $384,000
    2010-- $384,000 -2%
    2009-- $391,980 +9.1%
    2008-- $359,180 +10%
    2007-- $326,380 +11.2%
    2006-- $293,580 +17.1%
    2005-- $250,612 +20.7%
    2004-- $207,646 +26.1%
    2003-- $164,680 +4.4%
    2002-- $157,692
    2001-- $157,692
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 20912

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Takoma Park
    • Middle: Takoma Park
    • High: Montgomery Blair
    • 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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