17200 Riffle Ford Rd
Closed 2/24/23Virtual Tour
Closed 2/24/23Virtual Tour
Description
Welcome to the historic John H Gassaway House! This home has been restored in all its mid-nineteenth century glory with unique architectural elements remaining true to its vintage charm while offering modern amenities. The sprawling 6.95 acres offers tons of privacy and picturesque views of the tree line and lush foliage. The property features a stunning 8 bay 2 story garage that has tons of potential and could easily be converted to a space for a home-based business, horse stables, or just additional...Welcome to the historic John H Gassaway House! This home has been restored in all its mid-nineteenth century glory with unique architectural elements remaining true to its vintage charm while offering modern amenities. The sprawling 6.95 acres offers tons of privacy and picturesque views of the tree line and lush foliage. The property features a stunning 8 bay 2 story garage that has tons of potential and could easily be converted to a space for a home-based business, horse stables, or just additional storage. The house itself features a welcoming entry with soaring ceilings and gorgeous original wood flooring throughout. There is a formal living room or parlor with gas fireplace and built-in shelving. The dining is connected to the living room with original pocket door detail. The dining room offers another gas fireplace and views of your backyard including access to the side porch for easy entertaining. The entry also leads to your large family room with access to both the back and front covered porches. The eat-in kitchen is spacious with a built-in banquette and huge fireplace with Vermont Castings gas stove. The kitchen also features modern quartz countertops and induction cooktop. There is a full bath and laundry room off the kitchen as well as a huge walk-in pantry. The upper bedroom level features 4 bedrooms with the high ceilings and wood flooring continuing throughout. Off the landing there are 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath. The secondary bedrooms are huge with connecting door and share an upgraded full bath with gorgeous walk-in shower including beautiful tilework detail and sitting bench. The primary bedroom suite features its own private covered porch, multiple closets, and ensuite bath. The ensuite features a jetted jacuzzi tub, and walk-in shower. The 4th bedroom can be converted back to a bedroom by removing the built-in shelving and has access to its own bath with a luxurious 6' clawfoot soaking tub. In addition, there are 2 attics with offering tons of storage or flex space. There is a back enclosed porch with access from the master with views of the backyard as well. The home offers privacy and acreage while still being within minutes to shopping, restaurants, and local parks. As a bonus there is a whole home generator! This property is one of a kind and part of the robust history of Montgomery County and is waiting for you to call it your home. Detached 8 Bay Garage Details:
The spectacular 8 Bay 2-story garage is one of a kind with 8 insulated electric garage doors including remotes. The building was constructed with walls and ceilings insulated and painted with 3' cinderblock base. The interior features 12' ceilings, central HVAC, water spigots, wet bar, and air compressor with multiple wall mounted air stations. There is also an 8'x5' workbench. The upper level of the garage features 2 huge rooms for additional storage, office, or hangout/rec room space. Ideal for a home-based business or hobby space. The possibilities are endless!
The spectacular 8 Bay 2-story garage is one of a kind with 8 insulated electric garage doors including remotes. The building was constructed with walls and ceilings insulated and painted with 3' cinderblock base. The interior features 12' ceilings, central HVAC, water spigots, wet bar, and air compressor with multiple wall mounted air stations. There is also an 8'x5' workbench. The upper level of the garage features 2 huge rooms for additional storage, office, or hangout/rec room space. Ideal for a home-based business or hobby space. The possibilities are endless!
- Listed by Nathan B Dart • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.P: (301)-977-2800 team@darthomes.com
Property Details for 17200 Riffle Ford Road
Tax ID Number
160602619358
OwnershipFee Simple
Condo Coop AssociationNo
HOANo
Structure TypeDetached
StyleFarmhouse/National Folk
Levels/Stories3
FurnishedNo
LISTING UPDATED: 02/24/2023 11:24 AM
Property Details for 17200 Riffle Ford Road
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | MDMC2075238 |
| Days on Market | 58 |
| Taxes | $9,722 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1850 |
| Lot Size | 6.95 AC / 302,742 SF |
| County | Montgomery County |
Location
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Building Information for 17200 Riffle Ford Road
Stories3Year Built1850Building Size-Lot Size6.95 AC / 302,742 SF
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$6,123 per month
30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest
Principal and Interest
$5,312
Property Taxes
$810
HOA Dues
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1Property Information for 17200 Riffle Ford Road
Location
Location
- In City Limits: No
- Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station 1 to 5 miles
- School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- School District County ID: 121138126809
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- Elementary School: GREAT SENECA CREEK (MONTGOMERY MD)
- ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
- Middle Or Junior School: KINGSVIEW (MONTGOMERY MD)
- MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
- High School: NORTHWEST (MONTGOMERY MD)
- HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
- County: MONTGOMERY
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
- Property Manager Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
- Tax Year: 2022
- Tax Assessed Value: $816,933
- Year Assessed: 2022
- County Tax: $9,015
- Improvement Assessed Value: $486,300
- City Town Tax: $0
- Land Assessed Value: $373,500
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Front Foot Fee: $0
- Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
- Municipal Trash: No
- Land Use Code: R
- Refuse Fee: $245
- Loss Mitigation Fee: No
- Agricultural Tax Due: No
- Historic: Yes
- Historic Designation ID: M 19:27
- Zoning: R200
- School Tax: $0
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
- Concessions: No
Rooms
Main
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 3
Upper Level 1
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 3
Rooms
- Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Attic, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath
- Stories: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Rooms Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Length: 14.0
- Room Width: 16.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Length: 17.0
- Room Width: 16.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 3
- Room Type: Foyer
- Room Length: 33.0
- Room Width: 6.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Length: 17.0
- Room Width: 17.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
- Room Type: Laundry
- Room Length: 8.0
- Room Width: 5.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Length: 19.0
- Room Width: 15.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
- Room Type: Breakfast Room
- Room Length: 7.0
- Room Width: 17.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 8
- Room Type: Full Bath
- Room Length: 9.0
- Room Width: 6.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 9
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Length: 18.0
- Room Width: 17.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 10
- Room Type: Primary Bathroom
- Room Length: 13.0
- Room Width: 17.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 11
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Length: 15.0
- Room Width: 16.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 12
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Length: 17.0
- Room Width: 16.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 13
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
- Room Length: 11.0
- Room Width: 11.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 14
- Room Type: Full Bath
- Room Length: 6.0
- Room Width: 11.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 15
- Room Type: Attic
- Room Length: 34.0
- Room Width: 12.0
- Room Level: Upper 2
- Room Exists: Yes
Financial Information
Expenses
- Electric Avg Month: $323
- Electric Prev 12 Months: $3,876
- Gas Avg Month: $278
- Gas Prev 12 Months: $3,336
Building Info
Building Info
- Total Finished SQFT: 3,725.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 3,725.00
- Total SQFT: 3,725.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Main Entrance Orientation: East
- Construction Materials: Stone, Wood Siding
- Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
- Wall and Ceiling Types: Plaster Walls
- Flooring Type: Wood, Ceramic Tile
- Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier, Stone
- Room and Floor: Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3
- # Bathrooms Full: 4
- Other Structure: 2nd Garage, Corn Barn, Garage(s), Shed, Storage Barn/Shed
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Landscaping, Private
- Parcel ID: 13920630
- Additional Parcels: No
- Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
- Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
- Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 10
- Total Garage Spaces: 10
- Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Covered Parking, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Interior Features
Interior Features
- Interior Features: Additional Stairway, Attic, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Crown Moldings, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Stove - Wood
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 4
- Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
- Appliances: Cooktop, Oven - Wall, Microwave, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier
- Accessibility Features: None
- Window Features: Transom, Casement
- Laundry Type: Main Floor
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=E3uktk6kZfG
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Spa: No
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights, Outbuilding(s), Secure Storage
- Outdoor Living Structures: Balconies- Multiple, Porch(es)
- Pool: No Pool
- Horse: No
Utilities
Utilities
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Water Source: Well
- Sewer Septic: Septic Exists
Confidential Data
Listing Office
- List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS
- List Agent URL: www.darthomes.com
Property History for 17200 Riffle Ford Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 24, 2023 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1506686509 | $1,055,000 | +1.5% / yr |
| Feb 24, 2023 | Closed BRIGHT #MDMC2075238 | $1,055,000 | — |
| Jan 12, 2023 | Pending BRIGHT #MDMC2075238 | — | |
| Nov 16, 2022 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC2075238 | $1,050,000 | — |
| Feb 19, 2022 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #MDMC757900 | — | |
| Jan 13, 2022 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC757900 | — | |
| Jan 13, 2022 | Price Change BRIGHT #MDMC757900 | $1,100,000 | — |
| Dec 23, 2021 | Temp Off Market BRIGHT #MDMC757900 | — | |
| Sep 4, 2021 | Price Change BRIGHT #MDMC757900 | $1,195,000 | — |
| May 13, 2021 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC757900 | $1,250,000 | — |
| Mar 3, 2004 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #144585312 | $795,000 | — |
| Mar 3, 2004 | Closed BRIGHT #MDMC313708 | $795,000 | — |
| Jan 8, 2004 | Pending BRIGHT #MDMC313708 | — | |
| Oct 7, 2003 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC313708 | $799,990 | — |
| Mar 9, 2001 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #MDMC567192 | $649,900 | — |
| Mar 9, 2001 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC567192 | $649,900 | — |
| Dec 1, 2000 | Expired BRIGHT #MDMC491018 | $649,900 | — |
| Jun 8, 2000 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC491018 | $699,900 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 02/24/2023 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1506686509 | $1,055,000 +1.5% / yr |
| 02/24/2023 | Closed BRIGHT #MDMC2075238 | $1,055,000 |
| 01/12/2023 | Pending BRIGHT #MDMC2075238 | — |
| 11/16/2022 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC2075238 | $1,050,000 |
| 02/19/2022 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #MDMC757900 | — |
| 01/13/2022 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC757900 | — |
| 01/13/2022 | Price Change BRIGHT #MDMC757900 | $1,100,000 |
| 12/23/2021 | Temp Off Market BRIGHT #MDMC757900 | — |
| 09/04/2021 | Price Change BRIGHT #MDMC757900 | $1,195,000 |
| 05/13/2021 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC757900 | $1,250,000 |
| 03/03/2004 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #144585312 | $795,000 |
| 03/03/2004 | Closed BRIGHT #MDMC313708 | $795,000 |
| 01/08/2004 | Pending BRIGHT #MDMC313708 | — |
| 10/07/2003 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC313708 | $799,990 |
| 03/09/2001 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #MDMC567192 | $649,900 |
| 03/09/2001 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC567192 | $649,900 |
| 12/01/2000 | Expired BRIGHT #MDMC491018 | $649,900 |
| 06/08/2000 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC491018 | $699,900 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 17200 Riffle Ford Road
Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$11,167 ($931 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths4Total Finished SqFt3,725 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,725 SqFtStories3Lot Size302,742 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1850ZoningR200CountyMONTGOMERYAPN06-02619358Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 17200 Riffle Ford Road
This home is within Montgomery County Public Schools.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | PK to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Great Seneca Creek Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Kingsview Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Northwest High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Stephen Knolls School PublicPK to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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