Rare opportunity to own a charming cottage on a level 0.21-acre lot in one of Silver Spring's most desirable locations. Ideally situated between downtown Silver Spring and Takoma Park, this property offers the perfect blend of character, convenience, and potential. Enjoy exceptional walkability to shops, restaurants, parks, entertainment, and community events, while remaining approximately 1.1 miles from both the Silver Spring Metro and Takoma Metro stations. Filled with charm and ready for its next chapter, this home offers tremendous potential for renovation, expansion, or customization. The main level features a bright living room with hardwood floors and abundant natural light, a spacious kitchen with table space, a versatile den, two bedrooms, and a full bathroom. A large sunroom provides additional living space and endless possibilities for relaxing, entertaining, or creating the perfect flex space. The lower level includes a half bath and offers additional opportunity for storage, expansion, or future improvements. The true value of this property is enhanced by its expansive, level, and square 0.20-acre lot—an increasingly rare find in this highly sought-after location. The fully fenced backyard offers plenty of room for outdoor activities, gardening, future expansion, or redevelopment potential. A private driveway provides convenient off-street parking, while the generous lot size creates opportunities that are difficult to find this close to downtown Silver Spring. Located just one mile from downtown Silver Spring, you'll enjoy easy access to an impressive variety of restaurants, shopping, coffee shops, entertainment venues including The Fillmore, and the year-round Freshfarm Downtown Silver Spring Farmers Market. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate nearby Sligo Creek Park, Nolte Park, Bullis Park, and miles of scenic trails. Major commuter routes, the MARC Train, and Metro access further enhance the property's convenience and long-term value. Whether you're a homeowner looking to create your dream home or an investor seeking a compelling value-add opportunity, the combination of location, lot size, and upside is difficult to match. Renovated homes in the surrounding neighborhood have recently sold for more than $700,000, highlighting the exceptional potential this property offers. With its charming character, generous lot, and premier location between Silver Spring and Takoma Park, this is a rare chance to unlock significant value in one of the area's most desirable neighborhoods. No HOA. Endless possibilities. Bring your vision, creativity, and contractor to transform this property into something truly special. Property is being sold strictly AS-IS, WHERE-IS. Seller will make no repairs or improvements. Some personal property may remain on site and will convey with the sale. Pre-offer inspections are welcome for informational purposes only.
For sale
$480,000
620 Ritchie Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910
2beds
1,108sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1893
8,932 Square Feet Lot
$534,800 Zestimate®
$433/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming cottageFully fenced backyardAbundant natural lightTwo bedroomsVersatile den
- 21 hours |
- 109 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Deirdre Vo 703-937-7340,
Samson Properties 7033788810,
Listing Team: Fox Homes Team
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDMC2238684
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Basement
- Level: Lower
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Cooktop, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Table Space
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,104
- Total interior livable area: 1,108 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,108
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 8,932 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 161300992418
- Zoning: R60
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Raised Ranch/Rambler,Ranch/Rambler,Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1893
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Blair
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Silver Spring
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $433/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $492,667
- Annual tax amount: $6,419
- Date on market: 6/12/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$534,800
$476,000 - $594,000
$2,837/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $480,000$433/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,727 +3.6% | $486,533 +1.3% |
| 2024 | $5,530 +2.6% | $480,400 +2.7% |
| 2023 | $5,391 +7.3% | $467,900 +2.7% |
| 2022 | $5,025 +2.9% | $455,400 +2.8% |
| 2021 | $4,883 +0.2% | $442,900 +0.2% |
| 2020 | $4,875 +0.5% | $441,867 +0.5% |
| 2019 | $4,850 -0.2% | $439,800 |
| 2018 | $4,858 +0.4% | $439,800 +3.5% |
| 2017 | $4,840 +59.4% | $424,967 +3.6% |
| 2016 | $3,037 | $410,133 +3.8% |
| 2015 | $3,037 | $395,300 |
| 2014 | $3,037 | $395,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $395,300 -5% |
| 2012 | -- | $416,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $416,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $416,000 -6.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $445,950 +14.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $390,190 +16.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $334,430 +20% |
| 2006 | -- | $278,670 +19.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $233,492 +24% |
| 2004 | -- | $188,316 +31.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $143,140 +4.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $136,742 |
| 2001 | -- | $136,742 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 20910
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10East Silver Spring Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Takoma Park Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Montgomery Blair High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: East Silver Spring
- Middle: Takoma Park
- High: Montgomery Blair
- 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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- Maryland
- Montgomery County
- Silver Spring
- 20910
- 620 Ritchie Ave







