Very charming Cape Cod in Bethesda’s sought-after Maplewood neighborhood, ideally located within walking distance to NIH, Walter Reed Medical Center, the Metro and minutes to downtown Bethesda. Well maintained and comfortably livable as-is, the property also offers endless potential to update, expand, or build new. The home was extensively renovated in 2013, including the kitchen, all three bathrooms, HVAC, windows, and lighting. The kitchen features granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, while gleaming hardwood floors run throughout the main and upper levels. The inviting living room is anchored by a wood-burning fireplace, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The finished lower level adds valuable living space with a large family room, fourth bedroom, full bath, and separate laundry room. Outside, enjoy a lovely yard and gorgeous flagstone patio—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. There is also a driveway and on street parking. Competitively priced and full of potential, this home offers a rare opportunity to move right in, update and personalize over time, expand, or build your dream home in one of Bethesda’s most convenient neighborhoods.
For sale
$849,000
5214 Danbury Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814
4beds
1,388sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
5,792 Square Feet Lot
$826,600 Zestimate®
$612/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Lovely yardFourth bedroomStainless steel appliancesKitchen features granite countertopsSeparate laundry roomCharming cape codLarge family room
- 21 days |
- 2,591 |
- 124 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Pamela Powers 202-253-0754,
Coldwell Banker Realty 301-718-0010
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDMC2238734
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 792
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Basement: Partial,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,980
- Total interior livable area: 1,388 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,188
- Finished area below ground: 200
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street, On Street
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 5,792 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 160700566167
- Zoning: R60
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Maplewood
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Bethesda
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $612/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $600,333
- Annual tax amount: $7,276
- Date on market: 6/4/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$826,600
$785,000 - $868,000
$3,847/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $849,000+38.8%$612/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDMC2238734 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,350+24.1%$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2018 | Listing removed | $2,700$2/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #1005065691 Report a problem | ||
| 1/27/2018 | Price change | $2,700-15.6%$2/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #1005065691 Report a problem | ||
| 1/5/2018 | Listed for rent | $3,200-3%$2/sqft |
Source: Owner #1005065691 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2017 | Listing removed | $3,300$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rental Network Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2017 | Listed for rent | $3,300$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rental Network Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2014 | Listing removed | $3,300$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2014 | Listed for rent | $3,300$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2013 | Sold | $611,500+11.2%$441/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2013 | Listed for sale | $550,000$396/sqft |
Source: McEnearney Associates, Inc. #MC8063358 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,276 +17.3% | $569,467 +5.7% |
| 2024 | $6,200 +2.5% | $538,600 +2.6% |
| 2023 | $6,049 +7.2% | $524,967 +2.7% |
| 2022 | $5,643 +2.8% | $511,333 +2.7% |
| 2021 | $5,487 -0.1% | $497,700 |
| 2020 | $5,491 -13.1% | $497,700 -13.1% |
| 2019 | $6,318 -0.2% | $573,000 |
| 2018 | $6,330 -1% | $573,000 +1.7% |
| 2017 | $6,396 +10.6% | $563,267 +1.8% |
| 2016 | $5,783 | $553,533 +1.8% |
| 2015 | $5,783 | $543,800 +2.8% |
| 2014 | $5,783 | $528,733 +2.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $513,667 +3% |
| 2012 | -- | $498,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $498,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $498,600 -16.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $596,860 +10.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $540,840 +11.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $484,820 +13.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $428,800 +13.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $377,450 +15.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $326,100 +18.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $274,750 +5.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $260,386 |
| 2001 | -- | $260,386 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Alta Vista
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Wyngate Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 9/10North Bethesda Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 9/10Walter Johnson High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Wyngate
- Middle: North Bethesda
- High: Walter Johnson
- District: Montgomery County Public Schools
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- Maryland
- Montgomery County
- Bethesda
- 20814
- Alta Vista
- 5214 Danbury Rd
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