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5505 Sheriff Rd, Capitol Heights, MD 20743

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864sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1987

5,025 Square Feet Lot

$309,600 Zestimate^®

$346/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Just over the DC line—location is the real flex here. Walking distance to bus lines and minutes to multiple Metro stations, major highways, and all the DC access without the DC price tag. Affordable detached raised rancher offering 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and an unfinished basement ready for your vision. The lower level includes a rough-in and flexible space for additional rooms and a future full bath—perfect for buyers looking to expand, invest, or customize. Rear yard with deck provides outdoor space for relaxing or entertaining. Estate sale. Some personal property may be available for purchase. Ideal starter home or investment opportunity in a high-demand area. Bring your buyer with vision and rehab loan. Habitable but NEEDS WORK.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1
Main level bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 3

Rooms

Room types: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 3

Bedroom 1

Level: Main

Bedroom 2

Level: Main

Bathroom 1

Level: Main

Bathroom 3

Level: Main

Kitchen

Level: Main

Living room

Level: Main

Heating

Heat Pump, Central, Electric

Cooling

Other, Central Air, Electric

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Washer, Cooktop, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
Laundry: In Basement

Features

Attic, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Eat-in Kitchen, Dry Wall
Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
Basement: Partial,Full,Rough Bath Plumb,Space For Rooms,Unfinished,Side Entrance
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,728
Total interior livable area: 864 sqft
Finished area above ground: 864
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 4
Parking features: Driveway
Uncovered spaces: 4

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Deck
Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 5,025 Square Feet

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Parcel number: 17181993971
Zoning: RSF65
Special conditions: Probate Listing

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Raised Ranch/Rambler
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Unknown

Condition

Average
New construction: No
Year built: 1987

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Sylvan Vista

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Capitol Heights
Municipality: Fairmount Heights

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $346/sqft
Tax assessed value: $334,800
Annual tax amount: $5,712
Date on market: 8/7/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing terms: Assumable,VA Loan,FHA,Conventional
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$309,600

$282,000 - $334,000

$2,332/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
1/16/1987	Sold	$72,000$83/sqft
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Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$5,963 +42.9%	$308,600 +9.3%
2024	$4,174 +10.3%	$282,400 +10.2%
2023	$3,784 +0.2%	$256,200
2022	$3,776 +17.1%	$256,200 +16.1%
2021	$3,224 +6.8%	$220,667 +8.8%
2020	$3,019 +8.9%	$202,900 +8.8%
2019	$2,771	$186,500
2018	--	$186,500 +4.6%
2017	$2,650 +1%	$178,300 +6%
2016	$2,622	$168,200 +6.4%
2015	$2,622	$158,100 +6.8%
2014	$2,622	$148,000
2013	--	$148,000
2012	--	$148,000 -30.8%
2011	--	$214,010 +4.3%
2010	--	$205,246 +4.5%
2009	--	$196,483 +4.7%
2008	--	$187,720 +12.5%
2007	--	$166,932 +14.2%
2006	--	$146,146 +16.6%
2005	--	$125,360 +10.4%
2004	--	$113,576
2003	--	$113,576 +26.2%
2002	--	$90,010
2001	--	$90,010

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