OFFERS DUE TUESDAY, MAY 6TH AT 1PM. Ideally located in one of Bethesda's most coveted neighborhoods-SUMNER, this stately colonial home embodies timeless charm and functionality. Offering six bedrooms, a spacious and sunlit family room, a main-level office, and a two-car garage—all set on a beautifully level lot—this residence is a true gem in the heart of Sumner. Step into the welcoming foyer with a convenient coat closet, leading to a bright and expansive living room with a wood-burning fireplace and bay window overlooking the front yard. Additional windows frame views of the serene backyard, creating an abundance of natural light throughout. The formal dining room connects seamlessly to a kitchen with table space, ready for your personal touch, and opens directly to a lovely patio, deck, and backyard—perfect for entertaining or quiet enjoyment. The main level also includes a private office with an adjacent half bath and a family room drenched in sunlight, surrounded by windows and anchored by a second wood-burning fireplace. Upstairs, the first upper level features four generously sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The expansive primary suite offers exceptional closet space and an en suite bath. The top floor includes two more spacious bedrooms and another full bathroom. The fully finished lower level, with brand-new flooring, and a third wood-burning fireplace is ideal for a recreation or playroom and includes access to both the backyard and the attached two-car garage. This level also features a powder room, laundry area, and utility/storage room. Sumner is renowned for its strong sense of community, attractive streets, and well-crafted homes. Often described as “Miller Built,” these homes are synonymous with quality construction and thoughtful design. Early advertisements for the community proudly declared, “In Miller Built Communities, Life is Really Living.” This neighborhood embraces a true community spirit—neighbors are friends, and cherished traditions like the annual Halloween parade bring residents together year after year. Surrounded by lush parks and scenic trails, including the Capital Crescent Trail leading to downtown Bethesda, Georgetown, and beyond, Sumner offers easy access to nature and city life alike. Nearby shopping and dining options include The Shops at Sumner Place, the redeveloped Westbard Square, and Whole Foods. The neighborhood is served by highly regarded public schools: •
Sold for $1,765,000
$1,765,000
4900 Scarsdale Rd, Bethesda, MD 20816
6beds
4,607sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
10,200 Square Feet Lot
$1,743,900 Zestimate®
$383/sqft
$7,940 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,743,900
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Wood-burning fireplaceThird wood-burning fireplaceSecond wood-burning fireplacePrivate officeSerene backyardStately colonial homeLush parks
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Listed by:
Tammy Gruner Durbin 301-996-8334,
Compass
Bought with:
Nathan Julian Guggenheim, SP98364671
Washington Fine Properties, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDMC2164606
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Den, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Utility Room, Bedroom 6, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom
Bedroom 1
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Features: Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Bathroom - Stall Shower
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 3
- Level: Upper
Den
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
Foyer
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Lower
Storage room
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Double Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Chair Railings, Crown Molding, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Wood
- Doors: Six Panel
- Windows: Bay/Bow, Screens
- Basement: Full,Garage Access,Finished,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Rear Entrance,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Mantel(s), Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,017
- Total interior livable area: 4,607 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,197
- Finished area below ground: 1,410
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Concrete, Attached, Driveway, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
- Details: Garage Sqft: 460
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Patio & porch: Patio, Deck
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 10,200 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 160700609198
- Zoning: R60
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Sumner
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Bethesda
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $383/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,271,400
- Annual tax amount: $15,367
- Date on market: 4/24/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Negotiable
- Inclusions: Hot Tub Is "as Is"
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2025 | Sold | $1,765,000-1.9%$383/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDMC2164606 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2025 | Pending sale | $1,799,999$391/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2164606 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2025 | Contingent | $1,799,999$391/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2164606 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,799,999$391/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2164606 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,430 +5.4% | $1,329,400 +4.6% |
| 2024 | $14,636 +4.7% | $1,271,400 +4.8% |
| 2023 | $13,981 +9.7% | $1,213,400 +5% |
| 2022 | $12,750 +0.6% | $1,155,400 +0.5% |
| 2021 | $12,678 +0.4% | $1,149,933 +0.5% |
| 2020 | $12,626 +2% | $1,144,467 +0.5% |
| 2019 | $12,383 -0.2% | $1,139,000 +1.4% |
| 2018 | $12,405 -0.8% | $1,122,933 +1.5% |
| 2017 | $12,511 +4.1% | $1,106,867 +1.5% |
| 2016 | $12,015 | $1,090,800 |
| 2015 | $12,015 | $1,090,800 |
| 2014 | $12,015 | $1,090,800 -4.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $1,145,100 |
| 2012 | -- | $1,145,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $1,145,100 -5.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,217,440 +5.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,154,550 +5.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,091,660 +6.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,028,770 +10.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $929,550 +11.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $830,330 +13.6% |
| 2004 | -- | $731,110 |
| 2003 | -- | $731,110 +7.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $678,223 +4.1% |
| 2001 | -- | $651,780 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 20816
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Wood Acres Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi
- 10/10Thomas W. Pyle Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 9/10Walt Whitman High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Wood Acres
- Middle: Thomas W. Pyle
- High: Walt Whitman
- 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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- Maryland
- Montgomery County
- Bethesda
- 20816
- 4900 Scarsdale Rd
