One-level living in Bethesda is at the heart of this meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated brick-and-cedar ranch, offering more than 5,000 square feet of living space on a private 1.05-acre lot. With a main-level primary suite, a second ensuite bedroom on the main level, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and four wood-burning fireplaces, this exceptional home offers the ease of single-level living with generous additional space for guests, recreation, and storage—all just minutes from downtown Bethesda, Metro, and Washington, DC. A soaring skylit foyer opens to expansive, light-filled living spaces. The living room features a painted brick fireplace, wet bar, and walls of glass overlooking the private setting. The dramatic great room offers vaulted ceilings, a striking stacked-stone fireplace, and seamless access to the outdoors. The kitchen features a gas cooktop island, Butler's pantry, wine refrigerator, updated appliances (2018), and breakfast area, with easy access to the screened porch and formal dining room. A renovated laundry room (2024) and attached garage with resurfaced floor (2025) add to the convenience of true main-level living. The spacious primary suite features vaulted ceilings, three custom walk-in closets (2025), and a spa-inspired bath renovated in 2023 with heated floors and a freestanding soaking tub. A second main-level bedroom offers its own fireplace, custom library shelving with a rolling ladder, and a renovated ensuite bath (2024). The walk-out lower level includes two additional bedrooms, a full bath, flexible recreation or fitness space, and abundant storage. Outside, a bluestone patio provides a peaceful setting for entertaining, dining, or relaxing. Recent improvements include a freshly painted exterior, new roof, chimney caps, and repaved driveway with lighting, all completed in 2025. Dual HVAC systems (2013) have been meticulously maintained, and a whole-house generator provides added peace of mind. 6800 Melody Lane offers a rare opportunity for spacious one-level living, privacy, thoughtful updates, and exceptional convenience in a premier Bethesda location.
For sale
$2,350,000
6800 Melody Ln, Bethesda, MD 20817
4beds
4,072sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
1.05 Acres Lot
$2,264,100 Zestimate®
$577/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Chimney capsFour wood-burning fireplacesAbundant storageRepaved driveway with lightingThree custom walk-in closetsFreshly painted exteriorSoaring skylit foyer
- 25 days
- 1,036
- 48
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Eris Norman 301-674-9929,
TTR Sotheby's International Realty 3015161212,
Listing Team: Capital To Coast Homes
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDMC2250546
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Study, Sun/Florida Room
Breakfast room
- Level: Unspecified
Dining room
- Level: Unspecified
Family room
- Level: Unspecified
Foyer
- Level: Unspecified
Kitchen
- Level: Unspecified
Sitting room
- Level: Unspecified
Study
- Level: Unspecified
Other
- Level: Unspecified
Heating
- Forced Air, Zoned, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Other, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Down Draft, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Humidifier, Ice Maker, Double Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookups Only
Features
- Breakfast Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Dining Area, Primary Bath(s), Built-in Features, Entry Level Bedroom, Bar, Open Floorplan, 2 Story Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Tray Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Side Entrance,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Mantel(s)
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,072
- Total interior livable area: 4,072 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,472
- Finished area below ground: 600
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
Lot
- Size: 1.05 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 160700582112
- Zoning: R90
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
- Major remodel year: 1989
Details
- Builder model: CUSTOM RENOVATION
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Bradley Hills Grove
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Bethesda
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $577/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,672,800
- Annual tax amount: $19,019
- Date on market: 8/10/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$2,264,100
$2.15M - $2.38M
$6,708/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,350,000+54.1%$577/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDMC2250546 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2011 | Sold | $1,525,000-4.4%$375/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/25/2010 | Listed for sale | $1,595,000$392/sqft |
Source: Washington Fine Properties #MC7465909 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,327 +8.6% | $1,569,400 +7.1% |
| 2024 | $16,877 +1.5% | $1,466,000 +1.6% |
| 2023 | $16,632 -3% | $1,443,533 -7.1% |
| 2022 | $17,151 +11.2% | $1,554,200 +11.1% |
| 2021 | $15,420 -0.1% | $1,398,600 |
| 2020 | $15,429 -3.9% | $1,398,600 -4% |
| 2019 | $16,058 -0.2% | $1,456,200 |
| 2018 | $16,087 +2.8% | $1,456,200 +5.1% |
| 2017 | $15,653 +26.3% | $1,386,167 +5.3% |
| 2016 | $12,390 | $1,316,133 +5.6% |
| 2015 | $12,390 | $1,246,100 +1.7% |
| 2014 | $12,390 | $1,224,800 +1.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $1,203,500 +1.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,182,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $1,182,200 |
| 2010 | -- | $1,182,200 -24.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,561,890 +10.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,408,852 +12.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,255,816 +13.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,102,780 +10.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $999,126 +11.6% |
| 2004 | -- | $895,473 +13.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $791,820 +8.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $731,472 |
| 2001 | -- | $731,472 |
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Neighborhood: 20817
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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