618 Potomac Avenue

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$760,000

5 beds3 baths2,514 sqft

618 Potomac Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.20 acresLot Size

1953Year Built

$302/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Discover this adorable home's perfect blend of tranquility, convenience, and comfort. Nestled in the highly sought-after Blair neighborhood of Silver Spring, this fully updated peaceful retreat is 6 minute walk to Takoma Middle School and 1 mile to both downtown Silver Spring and Takoma Metros. Whether you like access to esteemed local schools, proximity to parks, shopping, or entertainment, 618 Potomac Avenue presents an idyllic haven in the heart of Montgomery County, Maryland. This charming cape's...Discover this adorable home's perfect blend of tranquility, convenience, and comfort. Nestled in the highly sought-after Blair neighborhood of Silver Spring, this fully updated peaceful retreat is 6 minute walk to Takoma Middle School and 1 mile to both downtown Silver Spring and Takoma Metros. Whether you like access to esteemed local schools, proximity to parks, shopping, or entertainment, 618 Potomac Avenue presents an idyllic haven in the heart of Montgomery County, Maryland. This charming cape's main level features hardwood floors and a spacious circular floor plan with everything you need: a large living room with recessed lighting, a spacious kitchen with new cabinets, miles of stone counters, a new floor, and a new refrigerator, a separate dining room with access to the new large deck, a great bedroom, and a sweet all-new full bath! Upstairs you'll find 3 lovely bedrooms and another all-new full bath with an oversized double shower. Down, the apartment-like lower level has a bedroom, updated full bath, kitchenette with dining area, and bright recreation room (or another bedroom). Outside, you'll find 2 driveways, large shed and great big backyard with new deck! All within minutes of downtown Silver Spring, Whole Foods, movies, shopping, restaurants, and an awesome weekly Farmer's Market, this home's special blend of character, charm, and numerous upgrades will make you want to call it home.

Listed by: Donna Kerr 301.325.2253 donna@donnakerrgroup.com • Donna Kerr Group

Listing closed: 12/05/2024 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: MDMC2152860

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Property Information for 618 Potomac Avenue

Property Details

Taxes: $7,171 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
County: Montgomery County
Tax ID Number: 161300989400
Ownership: Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association: No
HOA: No
Structure Type: Detached
Style: Cape Cod
Levels/Stories: 3
Waterfront: No
Garage: No
Subdivision: BLAIR
Subdivision: BLAIR (MONTGOMERY MD)
Legal Subdivision: BLAIR
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Central Air: Yes
Basement: Yes
Above Grade Finished SQFT: 1,652.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Estimated
Below Grade Finished SQFT: 862.00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Estimated
Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: 110.00
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Estimated
Total Below Grade SQFT: 972.00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Estimated
New Construction: No
Building Winterized Y/N: No
Property Condition: Very Good

Building Information

Stories: 3
Year Built: 1953
Lot Size: 0.20 AC / 8,772 SF

Location

In City Limits: No
School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

School District County ID: 121138126809
SchoolDistrictSource: 3rd Party
Elementary School: EAST SILVER SPRING (MONTGOMERY MD)
ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
Middle Or Junior School: TAKOMA PARK (MONTGOMERY MD)
MiddleSchoolSource: 3rd Party
High School: MONTGOMERY BLAIR (MONTGOMERY MD)
HighSchoolSource: 3rd Party
County: MONTGOMERY

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

Property Manager Y/N: No
Senior Community: No

Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2024
Tax Assessed Value: $559,400

Year Assessed: 2024
County Tax: $6,440
Improvement Assessed Value: $206,200
City Town Tax: $0
Land Assessed Value: $353,200
Clean Green Assessed: No
Front Foot Fee: $0
Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
Municipal Trash: No
Land Use Code: R
Refuse Fee: $478
Agricultural Tax Due: No
Historic: No
Zoning: R60
Tax Lot: 46
School Tax: $0
Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes

Lease Information

Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions

Rooms

Main

# Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
# Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1

# Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1

All Upper Levels

# Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
# Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1

# Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1

Upper Level 1

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
# Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1

# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1

All Lower Levels

# Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 1
# Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1

# Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 1

Lower Level 1

# Bedrooms Lower Level: 1
# Bathrooms Lower Level: 1

# Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1

Rooms

Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Breakfast Room, Utility Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3
Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1

Rooms Information

Room 1

Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 2

Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 3

Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 4

Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 5

Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 6

Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 7

Room Type: Bedroom 5
Room Level: Lower 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 8

Room Type: Kitchen
Room Level: Lower 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 9

Room Type: Kitchen
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 10

Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Lower 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 11

Room Type: Breakfast Room
Room Level: Lower 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 12

Room Type: Breakfast Room
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 13

Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Lower 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 14

Room Type: Bathroom 1
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 15

Room Type: Bathroom 2
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 16

Room Type: Bathroom 3
Room Level: Lower 1

Room Exists: Yes

Building Info

Total Finished SQFT: 2,514.00
Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated

Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,943.00
Total SQFT: 2,624.00
Total SQFT Source: Estimated
Construction Materials: Brick
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8034/4315/7284/803443157284_512_384_WM__vnmUzpMt04cTgD7.jpg
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Basement Type: Full, Fully Finished
Foundation Details: Block
Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1
# Bathrooms Full: 3
Other Structure: Shed

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Source: Assessor
Fencing: Fully

Parcel ID: 14003677
Additional Parcels: No
Ground Rent Exists: No

Parking

Type Of Parking: Driveway
Driveway - # of Spaces: 2

Parking Features: Concrete Driveway, Gravel Driveway

Interior Features

Fireplace: No
Appliances: Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Water Heater

Accessibility Features: None
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=8EduvSww4xf

Exterior Features

Spa: No
Exterior Features: Awning(s)

Pool: No Pool
Horse: No

Utilities

Heating: Yes
Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C

Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air
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 618 Potomac Avenue

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Dec 5, 2024	Closed BRIGHT #MDMC2152860	$760,000	—
Nov 26, 2024	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1547007374	$760,000	+4.1% / yr
Nov 13, 2024	Pending BRIGHT #MDMC2152860		—
Nov 13, 2024	Active Under Contract BRIGHT #MDMC2152860		—
Oct 23, 2024	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC2152860	$775,000	—
Jun 22, 2015	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009896474	$509,500	—
Jun 22, 2015	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009896474		—
Nov 15, 2013	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1009896474	$479,500	—
Aug 23, 2013	Expired BRIGHT #1006999882	$429,000	—
May 24, 2013	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1006999882	$469,500	—
May 8, 2013	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009747716	$469,985	—
May 8, 2013	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009747716		—
Jan 24, 2013	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1009747716	$499,985	—
Dec 30, 2003	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #288481969	$325,000	—
Dec 30, 2003	Closed BRIGHT #MDMC304124	$325,000	—
Oct 28, 2003	Pending BRIGHT #MDMC304124		—
Oct 17, 2003	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #137743618	$325,000	—
Jul 11, 2003	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC304124	$425,000	—
Nov 9, 1999	Withdrawn BRIGHT #MDMC562680	$209,900	—
Nov 9, 1999	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC562680	$209,900	—
Oct 30, 1999	Expired BRIGHT #MDMC508288	$204,900	—
Nov 20, 1998	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC508288	$219,900	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
12/05/2024	Closed BRIGHT #MDMC2152860	$760,000
11/26/2024	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1547007374	$760,000 +4.1% / yr
11/13/2024	Pending BRIGHT #MDMC2152860	—
11/13/2024	Active Under Contract BRIGHT #MDMC2152860	—
10/23/2024	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC2152860	$775,000
06/22/2015	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009896474	$509,500
06/22/2015	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009896474	—
11/15/2013	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1009896474	$479,500
08/23/2013	Expired BRIGHT #1006999882	$429,000
05/24/2013	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1006999882	$469,500
05/08/2013	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009747716	$469,985
05/08/2013	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009747716	—
01/24/2013	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1009747716	$499,985
12/30/2003	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #288481969	$325,000
12/30/2003	Closed BRIGHT #MDMC304124	$325,000
10/28/2003	Pending BRIGHT #MDMC304124	—
10/17/2003	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #137743618	$325,000
07/11/2003	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC304124	$425,000
11/09/1999	Withdrawn BRIGHT #MDMC562680	$209,900
11/09/1999	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC562680	$209,900
10/30/1999	Expired BRIGHT #MDMC508288	$204,900
11/20/1998	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC508288	$219,900

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Public Records for 618 Potomac Avenue

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-

Tax Record2025$7,290 ($607 / month)

Home Facts

Beds0Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,758 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,108 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt650 SqFtStories1Lot Size8,772 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1953Year Renovated1953ZoningR60CountyMONTGOMERYAPN13-00989400

Schools near 618 Potomac Avenue

This home is within Montgomery County Public Schools.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
7/10	East Silver Spring Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	0.3 mi
9/10	Takoma Park Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	0.2 mi
6/10	Montgomery Blair High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	2.1 mi
NR	Stephen Knolls School	Public - Choice school	PK to 12	3.8 mi
NR	Thomas Edison High School Of Technology	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	5.8 mi
NR	Carl Sandburg Center	Public - Choice school	K to 5	8.0 mi
NR	The Nora School	Private - Nearby school	9 to 12	0.6 mi
NR	San Miguel School	Private - Nearby school	6 to 8	0.7 mi
NR	St Michael The Archangel Catholic School	Private - Nearby school	K to 8	0.7 mi


Rating	School	Distance
7/10	East Silver Spring Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	0.3 mi
9/10	Takoma Park Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	0.2 mi
6/10	Montgomery Blair High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	2.1 mi
NR	Stephen Knolls School PublicPK to 12 Choice school	3.8 mi
NR	Thomas Edison High School Of Technology Public9 to 12 Choice school	5.8 mi
NR	Carl Sandburg Center PublicK to 5 Choice school	8.0 mi
NR	The Nora School Private9 to 12 Nearby school	0.6 mi
NR	San Miguel School Private6 to 8 Nearby school	0.7 mi
NR	St Michael The Archangel Catholic School PrivateK to 8 Nearby school	0.7 mi

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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