This charming Mid-Century Modern home in sought-after Berwyn Heights offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and functionality. Step inside to find beautiful hardwood floors and multiple spacious living areas, including a formal living room, a large family room, and a sun-drenched four-season room. The gourmet kitchen is a showpiece, featuring stainless steel appliances, crisp white cabinetry, and quartz countertops with warm veining that pairs perfectly with the brass hardware. With its seamless flow into the dining and living spaces, as well as the sunroom, it’s ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, the primary suite boasts an en suite bath, accompanied by two additional spacious bedrooms and a second updated full bath. The lower level includes a cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace, a fourth bedroom, a third full bath, abundant storage, and a convenient walk-out to the backyard. Outdoor living shines here, with a generous deck for relaxing and entertaining, raised planters, rain barrels, composters, and lush mature plantings throughout the garden. Set within a vibrant and welcoming community, this home provides easy access to local parks, schools, and neighborhood events. Berwyn Heights is known for its strong community spirit and proximity to recreational opportunities—making this property more than a house, but a place to truly call home.
Sold for $539,900
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$539,900
5812 Swarthmore Dr, College Park, MD 20740
4beds
1,794sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
6,970 Square Feet Lot
$538,700 Zestimate®
$301/sqft
$3,015 Estimated rent
Home value
$538,700
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Crisp white cabinetryAbundant storageRaised plantersBeautiful hardwood floorsStainless steel appliancesQuartz countertopsSun-drenched four-season room
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Listed by:
Laura McClung Adams 202-679-1224,
Cranford & Associates
Bought with:
Chen Wen, SP97513
Realty Advantage of Maryland LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDPG2177226
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 1
- Level: Lower
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Level: Lower
Bathroom 2
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Kitchen - Gourmet
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Rear Entrance
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,294
- Total interior livable area: 1,794 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,794
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Concrete, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 6,970 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 17212367449
- Zoning: RSF65
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Berwyn Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: College Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $301/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $450,967
- Annual tax amount: $8,192
- Date on market: 9/25/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2025 | Sold | $539,900-0.9%$301/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDPG2177226 Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/2025 | Contingent | $544,900$304/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDPG2177226 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $544,900+17.8%$304/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDPG2177226 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2021 | Sold | $462,500-2.6%$258/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDPG2004296 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2021 | Pending sale | $474,900$265/sqft |
Source:  Long & Foster Broker Feed #MDPG2004296 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2021 | Listed for sale | $474,900+18.7%$265/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Broker Feed #MDPG2004296 Report a problem | ||
| 12/31/2019 | Sold | $400,000+2.6%$223/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2019 | Pending sale | $389,900$217/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #MDPG548002 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2019 | Listed for sale | $389,900+41.8%$217/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #MDPG548002 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2003 | Sold | $275,000+66.7%$153/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/1999 | Sold | $165,000$92/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,715 +32.3% | $450,967 +5% |
| 2024 | $6,587 +4.9% | $429,400 +2.9% |
| 2023 | $6,277 -3.8% | $417,433 -2.8% |
| 2022 | $6,523 +9.4% | $429,400 +9.1% |
| 2021 | $5,962 +8% | $393,500 +8% |
| 2020 | $5,522 +21.2% | $364,500 +18.9% |
| 2019 | $4,555 | $306,500 |
| 2018 | -- | $306,500 +10.7% |
| 2017 | $4,952 +10.5% | $276,800 +12% |
| 2016 | $4,481 | $247,100 +13.7% |
| 2015 | $4,481 | $217,400 |
| 2014 | $4,481 | $217,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $217,400 -21.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $277,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $277,900 |
| 2010 | -- | $277,900 -34% |
| 2009 | -- | $421,050 +15.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $363,606 +18.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $306,163 +23.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $248,720 +12.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $221,202 +14.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $193,686 +16.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $166,170 |
| 2002 | -- | $166,170 +6.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $156,023 |
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Neighborhood: 20740
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Berwyn Heights Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Greenbelt Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 2/10Parkdale High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Prince George's 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
- Prince Georges County
- Berwyn Heights
- 20740
- 5812 Swarthmore Dr
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