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  • Price cut: $70K (7/22)
    $1,625,000

    5016 Scarsdale Rd, Bethesda, MD 20816

    5beds
    3,265sqft
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    $9,530/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1955
    9,583 Square Feet Lot
    $1,585,600 Zestimate®
    $498/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Sun-filled interiorsAdditional half bathTree-lined streetsIrrigation systemAbundant cabinetryCenter peninsulaGleaming hardwood floors throughout
    Welcome to 5016 Scarsdale Road—completely turn-key, gracious, and beautifully expanded offering more than 3,200 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space on a picturesque, nearly 10,000-square-foot lot on one of the best blocks in Sumner. Timeless in its architecture and effortless in its livability, this exceptional residence has been meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated, with sun-filled interiors and gleaming hardwood floors throughout. At the heart of the home is a fabulous gourmet eat-in kitchen featuring abundant cabinetry, a center peninsula, new stainless steel range and refrigerator, and an exceptional breakfast room addition with soaring ceilings and a skylights that fill the space with natural light. French doors open to a flagstone patio overlooking the professionally landscaped, private flat backyard—creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living and providing the perfect setting for entertaining or quiet evenings at home. The elegant living room, anchored by a classic fireplace, flows seamlessly into the formal dining room. Just beyond, the inviting all-season porch offers a peaceful retreat overlooking the gardens while providing effortless access to both the backyard and kitchen. The main level offers remarkable versatility, featuring a family room with an adjoining powder room, two additional bedrooms, and a full bath. Upstairs, three spacious bedrooms, a hall bath, and abundant storage complete the level. The center bedroom is generously sized and easily serves as either a bedroom or an additional family room, offering flexibility to suit a variety of lifestyles. The finished lower level has a spacious recreation room centered around a second fireplace with ample storage with shelving, space for a wine cellar or additional storage, a mudroom conveniently located off the attached large garage, a laundry area, and an additional half bath. Additional highlights include an irrigation system, roof installed in 2019 with a transferable 50-year 5-Star warranty and new LVT flooring in kitchen and basement. Perfectly positioned in the highly sought-after Sumner neighborhood, 5016 Scarsdale Road offers the rare combination of timeless character, generous living spaces, and an exceptional location. Enjoy tree-lined streets, nearby Capital Crescent Trail, parks, dining, shopping, top-rated schools, and convenient access to downtown Washington, D.C. and the Beltway. Warm, welcoming, and wonderfully livable, this is a home designed to be enjoyed for generations. (Floor Plans and Estimated Square Footage courtesy of Floor Plan Visuals.)
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    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Laurie Muir 202-320-9395,

    TTR Sotheby's International Realty 301-967-3344,

    Co-Listing Agent: Kathryn Schwartz 202-320-8058,

    TTR Sotheby's International Realty

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDMC2243718MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Basement
      • Area: 1140
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Natural Gas
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Gas Water Heater
      • Laundry: In Basement
      Features
      • Built-in Features, Entry Level Bedroom, Kitchen - Table Space, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Chair Railings, Eat-in Kitchen
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Wood
      • Windows: Skylight(s)
      • Basement: Garage Access,Improved,Interior Entry,Partially Finished
      • Number of fireplaces: 2
      • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,675
      • Total interior livable area: 3,265 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,535
      • Finished area below ground: 730
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Attached, Driveway
      • Attached garage spaces: 1
      • Uncovered spaces: 2
      • Details: Garage Sqft: 410
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Three
      • Stories: 3
      • Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Screened
      • Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
      • Pool features: None
      • Fencing: Full,Wood
      Lot
      • Size: 9,583 Square Feet
      • Features: Landscaped, Private
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 160700608068
      • Zoning: R60
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Colonial
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Very Good
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1955

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Sumner
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Bethesda

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $498/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $1,311,300
      • Annual tax amount: $15,894
      • Date on market: 7/9/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $1,585,600

        $1.51M - $1.66M

        $7,569/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/22/2026Price change$1,625,000-4.1%$498/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2243718 Report a problem
        7/9/2026Listed for sale$1,695,000$519/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2243718 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$15,202 +8.3%$1,309,600 +7.4%
        2024$14,034 +7.9%$1,219,067 +8%
        2023$13,003 +13.5%$1,128,533 +8.7%
        2022$11,454 +2.8%$1,038,000 +2.7%
        2021$11,139 +2.7%$1,010,367 +2.8%
        2020$10,842 +2.9%$982,733 +2.9%
        2019$10,532 -0.2%$955,100
        2018$10,551 -2.3%$955,100
        2017$10,804 +15.5%$955,100 -1.1%
        2016$9,354 $965,800 +2.4%
        2015$9,354 $942,733 +2.5%
        2014$9,354 $919,667 +2.6%
        2013-- $896,600
        2012-- $896,600
        2011-- $896,600 -11.5%
        2010-- $1,012,740 +4.9%
        2009-- $965,556 +5.1%
        2008-- $918,373 +5.4%
        2007-- $871,190 +11.6%
        2006-- $780,976 +13.1%
        2005-- $690,763 +15%
        2004-- $600,550
        2003-- $600,550 +19%
        2002-- $504,743 +10.5%
        2001-- $456,840
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 20816

        Getting around

        38 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        30 / 100
        Some Transit
        66 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        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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