Bethesda’s Best-Kept Secret. From the exterior, 5617 Northfield Road appears to be a classic Colonial, but step inside and discover a wonderful surprise—an expansive, thoughtfully designed home that offers far more space than meets the eye. 5617 Northfield Road offers the perfect blend of warmth, charm, and thoughtful updates in the heart of Bethesda. This beautifully expanded four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath home offers close to 4,600 square feet of living space and features two additions, with the most recent completed in 2016, creating ample room filled with natural light and an inviting flow throughout. Bonus water filter throughout the home. More than just a house, this home radiates comfort, character, and care. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat, complete with a sunroom sitting area and two walk-in closets, providing both comfort and exceptional storage. Hardwood floors run throughout the main and upper levels, while the staircase and lower level are finished with luxurious mohair carpeting, adding warmth, texture, and elegance throughout the home. The walkout lower level offers exceptional additional living space, including a bonus room ideal for a home office, gym, playroom, guest space, or hobby room, along with a separate storage room for seasonal items and organization. Outside, the charming yard feels like a hidden French cottage garden—private, picturesque, and full of personality. Additional highlights include a whole-house generator, bright and sunny interiors, and timeless details that make this home feel truly special. Ideally located close to everything Bethesda has to offer, this is a home designed for both everyday living and lasting memories.
For sale
$1,848,000
5617 Northfield Rd, Bethesda, MD 20817
4beds
3,338sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
6,625 Square Feet Lot
$1,779,700 Zestimate®
$554/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Bright and sunny interiorsClassic colonialTwo walk-in closetsExpansive thoughtfully designed homeTimeless detailsInviting flow throughoutSunroom sitting area
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Fabiana Zelaya 240-463-2815,
TTR Sotheby's International Realty 3015161212
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDMC2238948
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 1491
Heating
- Central, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Full,Connecting Stairway,Finished,Exterior Entry,Side Entrance,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,529
- Total interior livable area: 3,338 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,038
- Finished area below ground: 300
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, On Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 6,625 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 160700497662
- Zoning: R60
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Greenwich Forest
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Bethesda
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $554/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,359,233
- Annual tax amount: $15,733
- Date on market: 6/10/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$1,779,700
$1.69M - $1.87M
$6,513/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,848,000+448.4%$554/sqft |
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| 6/28/1999 | Sold | $337,000$101/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,733 +10.9% | $1,295,567 +5.2% |
| 2024 | $14,182 +3.7% | $1,231,900 +3.8% |
| 2023 | $13,674 +8.5% | $1,186,800 +4% |
| 2022 | $12,599 +4.2% | $1,141,700 +4.1% |
| 2021 | $12,090 +4.9% | $1,096,600 +5% |
| 2020 | $11,523 +11.1% | $1,044,467 +11.1% |
| 2019 | $10,368 -0.2% | $940,200 |
| 2018 | $10,386 +13.2% | $940,200 +16% |
| 2017 | $9,177 +35.8% | $810,433 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,759 | $794,867 +2% |
| 2015 | $6,759 | $779,300 +5.6% |
| 2014 | $6,759 | $737,633 +6% |
| 2013 | -- | $695,967 +6.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $654,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $654,300 |
| 2010 | -- | $654,300 -10.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $733,520 +8.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $676,390 +9.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $619,260 +10.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $562,130 +14.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $489,112 +17.5% |
| 2004 | -- | $416,096 +21.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $343,080 +4.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $327,662 |
| 2001 | -- | $327,662 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 20817
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Bradley Hills Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 10/10Thomas W. Pyle Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10Walt Whitman High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bradley Hills
- Middle: Thomas W. Pyle
- High: Walt Whitman
- District: Montgomery County Public Schools
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- Maryland
- Montgomery County
- Bethesda
- 20817
- 5617 Northfield Rd






