17515 Dr Bird Rd

Sandy Spring, MD 20860

$850,000
Price
5
Beds
4,010 Sq. Ft.
$212 / Sq. Ft.
4,010
Sq. Ft.
$212
per Sq. Ft.
Exterior Front
Exterior Front
Exterior Front
a living room with furniture and a floor to ceiling window
a living room with furniture and a large window
a living room with furniture and a window
a dining room with a table and chairs
Dining Room
a dining room with furniture and a chandelier
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a view of a dining room with furniture and a chandelier
a view of a dining room with furniture and chandelier
a view of a dining room with furniture and wooden floor
Eating Area
Kitchen
a kitchen with granite countertop a sink a stove a washer and dryer next to a window
a kitchen with granite countertop a sink stainless steel appliances and cabinets
a bathroom with a sink a toilet and a shower curtain
Bathroom 1
a bedroom with a bed and a window
a bedroom with a bed and a chandelier
Bonus Room
Bonus Room 2
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a living room with furniture and wooden floor
a living room with furniture large window and a table
a living room with furniture and wooden floor
a living room with furniture and wooden floor
a bedroom with a large bed and a couch
a bedroom with a bed and a window
a bedroom with a bed and a window
Primary Bedroom
a bedroom with a bed and a window
a bedroom with a large bed and dresser with mirror
a bedroom with a bed and a dresser
a bedroom with a bed and a chandelier
a bathroom with a sink a toilet and shower curtain
Kitchen 2
a bathroom with a sink and a mirror
a kitchen with a stove and a white refrigerator
a bathroom with a sink and a mirror
Bedroom 4
a view of a room with wooden floor
a view of a room with stairs
Speaking Studio/ Upstairs
a storage room with a washer and dryer
a living room with furniture and a rug
Barn Interior
a bed room with a bed and a couch
Barn Interior
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Exterior Back with steps to upper loft and rear
Exterior Back and outdoor fireplace
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Exterior shed for lawn equipment
Exterior shed storage/ potting area
Covered Driveway
Exterior Barn
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Aerial Front
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Aerial Barn
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Main Level
Upper Level
All In One

Description

A Landmark Estate in Sandy Spring – Where History and Opportunity Meet
Have you ever passed a home and thought, “I wonder what stories live there?” Now’s your chance to find out. Welcome to one of Sandy Spring’s most admired properties—a stately residence set on nearly an acre (.97 acres) in a serene and picturesque community. Built in 1937 and thoughtfully expanded in 1972 and 1985, this one-of-a-kind estate offers not just a home, but a piece of living history: a dedicated FDR Living Museum, lovingly...A Landmark Estate in Sandy Spring – Where History and Opportunity Meet

Have you ever passed a home and thought, “I wonder what stories live there?” Now’s your chance to find out. Welcome to one of Sandy Spring’s most admired properties—a stately residence set on nearly an acre (.97 acres) in a serene and picturesque community. Built in 1937 and thoughtfully expanded in 1972 and 1985, this one-of-a-kind estate offers not just a home, but a piece of living history: a dedicated FDR Living Museum, lovingly curated by the longtime owners, the Wood family. The main residence features 5 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a thoughtful layout designed for both daily comfort and entertaining. Highlights include:

A formal dining room with a charming brick accent wall

A cozy TV room and a large, sunlit living room with fireplace and wood-burning stove

An eat-in kitchen with in-unit washer/dryer

A central vacuum system for added convenience

A professional recording studio/office with a loft that could serve as an additional bedroom

A two-car garage and a rear outdoor shower

Outbuildings & Bonus Spaces
Beyond the main house, this property continues to surprise and delight. A barn, constructed in 1981, once housed the FDR Living Museum and offers an abundance of flexible space. It includes:

Two bedrooms, a full bath, living area, office, and a loft (expandable with a spiral staircase)

A Scandinavian wood stove for warmth and character

A bonus room ideal for hobbies, business, or guests

Potential for an accessory apartment or Airbnb (with county approval)

Additional structures include:

A two-car carport

A large storage shed with separate rooms for a vintage car, workshop, equipment, and lawn care

A circular driveway with ample parking for guests or clients

Whether you dream of running a home-based business, creating an art or music studio, opening an antique shop, or simply enjoying a home with unmatched character, this property offers endless possibilities. Located just minutes from The Olney Theatre and Olney Ale House, you'll enjoy suburban peace with easy access to local culture and dining. This isn’t just a place to live—it’s a property with a story, and a rare opportunity to write your own chapter in it. Schedule your private tour today—before this remarkable home becomes someone else’s next adventure.
  1. Listed by Nancy S Wert • RE/MAX Realty Centre, Inc.
    P: (301)-529-7575 wert2300@aol.com

Property Details for 17515 Dr Bird Road

Tax ID Number
160800723175
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Entry Floor Number
1
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Cape Cod
Levels/Stories
2
LISTING UPDATED: 11/23/2025 09:38 PM

Property Details for 17515 Dr Bird Road

StatusActive
MLS #MDMC2197650
Days on Market104
Taxes$8,019 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1937
Lot Size0.97 AC / 42,253 SF
CountyMontgomery County

Location

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Building Information for 17515 Dr Bird Road

Stories2Year Built1937Building Size-Lot Size0.97 AC / 42,253 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,868 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,200

Property Taxes

$668

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 17515 Dr Bird Road

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • Transportation: Metro/Subway Station 1 to 3 miles
  • School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121138126809
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • Middle Or Junior School: WILLIAM H. FARQUHAR (MONTGOMERY MD)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: SHERWOOD (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
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $702,333
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $7,298
  • City Town Tax: $0
  • Land Assessed Value: $358,660
  • Special Assessment Pymnt: Annually
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Front Foot Fee: $0
  • Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Land Use Code: R
  • Refuse Fee: $245
  • Historic: No
  • Zoning: RE2
  • School Tax: $0
  • Tax Page Number: 694
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 1
All Lower Levels
  • # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 0
Lower Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 0
Lower Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 0
Rooms
  • Stories: Lower 1, Lower 2, Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Year Major Reno Remodel: 1985
  • Total Finished SQFT: 4,010.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,751.00
  • Total SQFT: 4,010.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Roof: Composite
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8041/2855/9458/804128559458_512_384_WM_vaQxi7Cg2vATJ7gZ.jpg
  • Flooring Type: Slate, Solid Hardwood
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Half-Upper Level 1-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Other Structure: Guest House, Office/Studio, Bank Barn, Storage Barn/Shed
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 13896081
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Detached Carport
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Detached Carport - # of Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Kitchen - Table Space, Dining Area, Built-Ins, Entry Level Bedroom, Primary Bath(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Breezeway, Brick, Balcony
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Septic Exists
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS

Property History for 17515 Dr Bird Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDMC2197650

$850,000—
Nov 29, 2006

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #MDMC644164

$649,900—
Nov 29, 2006

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #MDMC644164

—
Aug 19, 2006

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #MDMC639168

$699,900—
Aug 19, 2006

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #MDMC639168

—
Aug 19, 2006

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDMC644164

$699,900—
May 29, 2006

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDMC639168

$799,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/29/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDMC2197650

$850,000
11/29/2006

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #MDMC644164

$649,900
11/29/2006

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #MDMC644164

—
08/19/2006

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #MDMC639168

$699,900
08/19/2006

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #MDMC639168

—
08/19/2006

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDMC644164

$699,900
05/29/2006

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDMC639168

$799,900

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Public Records for 17515 Dr Bird Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$6,694 ($558 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt2,751 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,751 SqFtStories2Lot Size42,253 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1945ZoningRE2CountyMONTGOMERYAPN08-00723175Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 17515 Dr Bird Road

This home is within Montgomery County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Sherwood Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
William H. Farquhar Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Sherwood High School
Public - 9 to 12
Longview School
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Sherwood Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

William H. Farquhar Middle School
Public6 to 8

Sherwood High School
Public9 to 12

Longview School
PublicK 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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More information about 17515 Dr Bird Road, Sandy Spring, MD 20860

17515 Dr Bird Road is a single family home for sale in Sandy Spring, MD 20860. This property was listed for sale on August 29, 2025 by RE/MAX Realty Centre, Inc., it's currently listed at $850,000. This listing's school district is Montgomery County Public Schools. Nearby schools include Sherwood Elementary School, William H. Farquhar Middle School and Sherwood High School. 17515 Dr Bird Road is a 5-bed, 3-bath, 4,010 sqft single family home built in 1937.

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