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  • $480,000

    620 Ritchie Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910

    2beds
    1,108sqft
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    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
    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.
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    Listed by:

    Deirdre Vo 703-937-7340,

    Samson Properties 7033788810,

    Listing Team: Fox Homes Team

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDMC2238684MLS Logo

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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
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        Estimated market value

        $534,800

        $476,000 - $594,000

        $2,837/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/12/2026Listed for sale$480,000$433/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2238684 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax 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

          Getting around

          43 / 100
          Car-Dependent
          62 / 100
          Good Transit
          76 / 100
          Very Bikeable

          Nearby schools

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          Schools provided by the listing agent
          • Elementary: East Silver Spring
          • Middle: Takoma Park
          • High: Montgomery Blair
          • District: Montgomery County Public Schools

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