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Michael Shapiro

Realtor®
michael.shapiro@compass.com
M: 301-503-6171
O: 301-298-1001

Press

Washingtonian: If You Love Midcentury Modern Architecture, You Have to Check Out Reston

Michael Shapiro is quoted in an article on the mid-century modern residential architecture in Reston, Virginia.

Washingtonian: Before and After: This Midcentury Modern Masterpiece Underwent a Shocking Transformation

Washingtonian looks at the before and after of a mid-century modern Charles Goodman renovation project Michael Shapiro did with Michael Cook, AIA, of Cook Architecture.

Bethesda Magazine: Mad About Midcentury Modern

Bethesda magazine interviews Michael Shapiro about mid-century modern homes in Montgomery County.

Washington Post Real Estate Blog: Washington’s mid-century modern neighborhoods

Writer Amanda Abrams interviews Michael Shapiro about the area's mid-century modern neighborhoods.
About Michael
Michael Shapiro specializes in helping clients buy and sell modern and mid-century modern homes in Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C. Since 2009, Michael has sold more than $200 million in modern real estate, including several properties facing the wrecking ball that he helped save and redevelop. Michael’s website, Modern Capital (moderncapitaldc.com), has been recognized the Washington Post, Bethesda Magazine, DC Magazine, Washingtonian and other publications as the go-to source mid-century modern real estate the D.C. area.

A former journalist and top-level strategic communications professional, Michael brings a personal passion for mid-century modern design and architecture and markets his listings directly to buyers seeking modern and contemporary homes by noted modernists  such as Charles M. Goodman, Thomas Wright, Chloethiel Woodard Smith, Harold Esten and Keys, Lethbridge and Condon, among others. He started blogging 17 years ago about the area’s modern real estate when he and his family were looking for their own mid-century home and he could not find a resource to help their search.

Michael is a proud supporter of Docomomo-US and the National Building Museum, and the biennial Hollin Hills and Garden Tour. He is a founding board member of Docomomo’s DC chapter, which is dedicated to increasing public awareness, appreciation and protection of modern architecture, landscapes, neighborhoods and sites in Washington, D.C., and surrounding areas in Maryland and Virginia.

A native New Yorker, Michael has lived in Northern Virginia and now resides in Bethesda, Md., with his wife, Elissa, a fellow Compass agent, daughter, son and Italian greyhound, Illy.

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Testimonials

“If not for your creative, outside the box thinking on the offer, this would never have happened!!! Seriously, great work. Your deep experience, network and ability to see the business/investment side is a huge asset for your clients.”

-Anne and Adam, buyers and sellers

"When it came to selling my mother’s mid-century , we did not know what to do or how to price it.  Michael was knowledgeable, friendly, helpful, and responsive.  He made a difficult process so much easier.  If you are buying or selling a mid-century modern in the DC area, he is your man. I recommend him enthusiastically."

-Debra, seller

“We’ve long been fans of Mike’s blog on mid-century homes, and no other agent can match his deep experience and appreciation for these homes. When Mike our mid-century gem, his research into its architectural history and his tailored strategy undoubtedly went a long way to a quick at full price.”

-James and Shimica, sellers

Michael Shapiro’s Listings

$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
$760,000 | 9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046
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Listed By CompassActive Under Contract

$760,000

3
Bedrooms
2,967
Square Feet
0.37
Acres

9512 White Spring Way, Columbia, MD 21046

Michael Shapiro’s Transactions

Past Sales
a front view of a house with garden

$5,995,000

5
Bedrooms
6,422
Square Feet
0.49
Acres

3525 Springland Lane Northwest, Washington, DC 20008

$3,400,000 | 1440 Oakview Drive, McLean, VA 22101

$3,400,000

6
Bedrooms
9,401
Square Feet
0.33
Acres

1440 Oakview Drive, McLean, VA 22101

$2,250,000 | 6507 Pyle Road, Bethesda, MD 20817

$2,250,000

5
Bedrooms
6,257
Square Feet
0.40
Acres

6507 Pyle Road, Bethesda, MD 20817

$2,100,000 | 6911 Carmichael Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20817

$2,100,000

5
Bedrooms
5,527
Square Feet
0.56
Acres

6911 Carmichael Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20817

$2,000,000 | 8047 Park Overlook Drive, Bethesda, MD 20817

$2,000,000

8
Bedrooms
4,341
Square Feet
0.38
Acres

8047 Park Overlook Drive, Bethesda, MD 20817

a view of a house with backyard and sitting area

$1,900,000

4
Bedrooms
4,246
Square Feet
1.16
Acres

7101 Crail Drive, Bethesda, MD 20817

$1,871,000

5
Bedrooms
3,597
Square Feet
0.53
Acres

8016 Park Overlook Drive, Bethesda, MD 20817

$1,810,000 | 8105 Glenmore Spring Road, Bethesda, MD 20817

$1,810,000

5
Bedrooms
3,970
Square Feet
0.40
Acres

8105 Glenmore Spring Road, Bethesda, MD 20817

$1,800,000 | 5411 42nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20015

$1,800,000

4
Bedrooms
2,549
Square Feet
0.07
Acres

5411 42nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20015

$1,800,000 | 5411 42nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20015

$1,800,000

4
Bedrooms
2,222
Square Feet
0.07
Acres

5411 42nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20015

$1,790,000 | 3900 49th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20016

$1,790,000

4
Bedrooms
3,081
Square Feet
0.10
Acres

3900 49th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20016

$1,775,000 | 5132 Rockwood Parkway Northwest, Washington, DC 20016

$1,775,000

6
Bedrooms
4,000
Square Feet
0.24
Acres

5132 Rockwood Parkway Northwest, Washington, DC 20016

$1,725,000 | 3025 Arizona Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20016

$1,725,000

3
Bedrooms
2,450
Square Feet
0.29
Acres

3025 Arizona Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20016

$1,700,000 | 3400 Broad Branch Terrace Northwest, Washington, DC 20008

$1,700,000

3
Bedrooms
3,130
Square Feet
0.14
Acres

3400 Broad Branch Terrace Northwest, Washington, DC 20008

$1,655,000 | 6908 Persimmon Tree Road, Bethesda, MD 20817

$1,655,000

4
Bedrooms
4,627
Square Feet
1
Acres

6908 Persimmon Tree Road, Bethesda, MD 20817

$1,600,000 | 6765 Brigadoon Drive, Bethesda, MD 20817

$1,600,000

4
Bedrooms
3,362
Square Feet
0.38
Acres

6765 Brigadoon Drive, Bethesda, MD 20817

$1,520,000 | 11845 Beekman Place, Potomac, MD 20854

$1,520,000

4
Bedrooms
4,284
Square Feet
1.09
Acres

11845 Beekman Place, Potomac, MD 20854

$1,515,000 | 7710 Glenmore Spring Way, Bethesda, MD 20817

$1,515,000

4
Bedrooms
2,248
Square Feet
0.43
Acres

7710 Glenmore Spring Way, Bethesda, MD 20817

Past Rentals
$12,000 | 6225 Madawaska Road, Bethesda, MD 20816

$12,000

5
Bedrooms
7,088
Square Feet
0.30
Acres

6225 Madawaska Road, Bethesda, MD 20816

$4,950 | 4620 North Park Avenue, Unit 405E, Chevy Chase, MD 20815

$4,950

3
Bedrooms
1,609
Square Feet

4620 North Park Avenue, Unit 405E, Chevy Chase, MD 20815

$4,800 | 1623 45th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20007

$4,800

3
Bedrooms
1,777
Square Feet
0.08
Acres

1623 45th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20007

$4,400 | 1623 45th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20007

$4,400

3
Bedrooms
1,777
Square Feet

1623 45th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20007

$3,500 | 9312 Parkhill Terrace, Bethesda, MD 20814

$3,500

4
Bedrooms
2,984
Square Feet
0.17
Acres

9312 Parkhill Terrace, Bethesda, MD 20814

$3,400 | 1200 North Nash Street, Unit 555, Arlington, VA 22209

$3,400

2
Bedrooms
1,398
Square Feet

1200 North Nash Street, Unit 555, Arlington, VA 22209

$3,400 | 9108 2nd Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910

$3,400

3
Bedrooms
1,978
Square Feet
0.17
Acres

9108 2nd Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910

$3,300 | 8194 Inverness Ridge Road, Potomac, MD 20854

$3,300

3
Bedrooms
1,724
Square Feet
0.06
Acres

8194 Inverness Ridge Road, Potomac, MD 20854

$2,900 | 3509 Sandy Court, Kensington, MD 20895

$2,900

4
Bedrooms
2,150
Square Feet

3509 Sandy Court, Kensington, MD 20895

$2,900 | 1719 Lorre Drive, Rockville, MD 20852

$2,900

4
Bedrooms
1,867
Square Feet

1719 Lorre Drive, Rockville, MD 20852

$1,500 | 11617 Piney Lodge Rd | North Potomac

$1,500

4
Bedrooms

11617 Piney Lodge Rd

North Potomac