4020 Decatur Avenue

Closed 9/25/19
Closed 9/25/19
4020 Decatur Ave
Amazing Outdoor Space
Den | Study
Den | Study
Beautiful Hardwood Floors
Kitchen
Stainless Steel Appliances
Gas Cooking
Dining Room
Dining Room
Family Room | Skylights
Soaring Cathedral Beamed Ceiling
Family Room
Wood Burning Fireplace
Sitting Area
Master Suite
Master Suite
Master Bath
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bedroom
Full Bath
View of Rock Creek Park
Covered Rear Porch
Covered Rear Porch
Covered Rear Porch
Inviting Deck
Inviting Deck
Inviting Deck
Landscaped Grounds
Scenic View
Rear Yard
Additional Seating
Front Exterior
Open Floor Plan
Floor Plan
Sold
Last Sold Price
$525,000
3 beds1,392 sqft$377/sqft
4020 Decatur Ave, Kensington, MD 20895
Single FamilyProperty Type
6,914 sq ftLot Size
1950Year Built
$377/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Exceptional home with striking architectural detail, soaring beamed ceiling, and beautiful hardwood floors. Entailing an open floor plan, the kitchen offers granite counters, high-end stainless steel appliances, modern lighting, and overlooks the dining and family room. Lined with windows to allow for ample amounts of natural light, gather around the wood burning fireplace in the sunken family room. Generously sized bedrooms. The master bedroom features an en suite bath with updated tile work, niches,...Exceptional home with striking architectural detail, soaring beamed ceiling, and beautiful hardwood floors. Entailing an open floor plan, the kitchen offers granite counters, high-end stainless steel appliances, modern lighting, and overlooks the dining and family room. Lined with windows to allow for ample amounts of natural light, gather around the wood burning fireplace in the sunken family room. Generously sized bedrooms. The master bedroom features an en suite bath with updated tile work, niches, and vanity. Enjoy entertaining or relaxing on the covered back porch, deck, or backyard overlooking Rock Creek Park! Countless quality updates include: granite counters, interior painting, hardwood floors, exterior painting, partial roof replacement, gutters, deck staining, attic storage, and so much more!
  • Listed by: Thomas S Greeves 301.641.0456 tomgreeves@northroprealty.com • Northrop Realty
Listing closed: 09/25/2019 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: MDMC673704

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$625,000

Avg days on market

17

Sale-to-list ratio

98.2%

Kensington, MD

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Property Information for 4020 Decatur Avenue

Property Details
  • Taxes: $4,965 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
  • County: Montgomery County
  • Tax ID Number: 161301259530
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Condo Coop Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Entry Floor Number: 1
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Style: Raised Ranch/Rambler
  • Levels/Stories: 1
  • Waterfront: No
  • Views: Garden/Lawn, Trees/Woods
  • Garage: No
  • Expected On Market Date: 08-15-2019
  • Subdivision: ROCK CREEK PALISADES
  • Subdivision: ROCK CREEK PALISADES (MONTGOMERY MD)
  • Legal Subdivision: ROCK CREEK PALISADES
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2
  • Central Air: Yes
  • Basement: No
  • Above Grade Finished SQFT: 1,392.00
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Finished SQFT: .00
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: .00
  • Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Total Below Grade SQFT: .00
  • Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Condition: Very Good
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Lot Size: 0.16 AC / 6,914 SF
Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121138126809
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: ROCK VIEW (MONTGOMERY MD)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • Middle Or Junior School: NEWPORT MILL (MONTGOMERY MD)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: ALBERT EINSTEIN (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: 2019
  • Tax Assessed Value: $377,100
  • Year Assessed: 2019
  • County Tax: $4,444
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $156,900
  • Land Assessed Value: $220,200
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 011
  • Refuse Fee: $416
  • Zoning: R60
  • Tax Lot: 24
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
  • TaxDataUpdatedYN: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: Yes
  • Concessions Amount: $13,000
  • Concession Remarks: none
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Den, Laundry
  • Stories: Main
Building Info
Green Info
  • Green Energy Efficient: Appliances
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,392.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,392.00
  • Total SQFT: 1,392.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Floors In Unit Count: 2
  • Construction Materials: Other, Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/3019/6316/5398/301963165398_512_384_WM_Ogh-0o-_96gf4tbH.jpg
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Cathedral Ceilings, Dry Wall, High, Beamed Ceilings
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Other Structure: Shed, Other
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Backs - Parkland, Backs to Trees, Landscaping, Rear Yard, Trees/Wooded
  • Parcel ID: 14028663
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Attic, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Soaking Tub, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors, Other
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Wood, Fireplace - Glass Doors, Mantel(s), Screen
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: Other
  • Security Features: Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector, Security System
  • Door Features: Insulated
  • Window Features: Atrium, Double Pane, Screens, Skylights
  • Laundry Type: Has Laundry, Main Floor
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: http://spws.homevisit.com/mls/274452/4020-DECATUR-AVE-KENSINGTON-MD-20895
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Spa: No
  • Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Horse: No
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Programmable Thermostat
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS

Property History for 4020 Decatur Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 25, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #656300601

$525,000

+5.2% / yr

Sep 25, 2019

Closed

BRIGHT #MDMC673704

$525,000—
Aug 27, 2019

Pending

BRIGHT #MDMC673704

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/25/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #656300601

$525,000

+5.2% / yr

09/25/2019

Closed

BRIGHT #MDMC673704

$525,000
08/27/2019

Pending

BRIGHT #MDMC673704

—

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Public Records for 4020 Decatur Avenue

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$6,453 ($538 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,392 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,392 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,914 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950Year Renovated1950ZoningR60CountyMONTGOMERYAPN13-01259530

Schools near 4020 Decatur Avenue

This home is within Montgomery County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Rock View Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Newport Mill Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Albert Einstein High School
Public - 9 to 12
Stephen Knolls School
Public - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Rock View Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Newport Mill Middle School
Public6 to 8

Albert Einstein 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 4020 Decatur Avenue, Kensington, MD 20895
$525,000
3
1,392
6,914
4022 Decatur Avenue, Kensington, MD 20895
–
–
2
1,642
6,277
4018 Decatur Avenue, Kensington, MD 20895
$350,000
–
2.5
1,162
7,191
4024 Decatur Avenue, Kensington, MD 20895
$500,000
4
1,978
5,926
4021 Decatur Avenue, Kensington, MD 20895
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–
2
1,631
5,486
4014 Decatur Avenue, Kensington, MD 20895
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1.5
1,088
8,168

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