701 Ritchie Ave

Silver Spring, MD 20910

$1,252,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
2,715 Sq. Ft.
$461 / Sq. Ft.
2,715
Sq. Ft.
$461
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 5/15/24
Closed 5/15/24
Welcome to 701 Ritchie Avenue
Inviting Entry
Light-Filled Living Room
Living Room Opens to the Dining Room
Spacious Dining Room
Bright Family Room
Family Room with a Cozy Gas Fireplace
Family Room Flows into the Kitchen
Large Breakfast Room
Breakfast Room with Views of the Patio
The Perfect Setting for Outdoor Entertaining
Wonderful Chef's Kitchen
Stainless Steel Appliances
Gorgeous Quartz Counters
Mudroom Laundry Area
Powder Room
Bedroom / Office on Main Level
Main Level Full Bath
Stairway to the Upper Level
Generous Primary Bedroom Suite
Great Primary Bedroom Suite
Primary Bathroom with a Corner Soaking Tub
Primary Bathroom with a Double Vanity
Third Bedroom
Fourth Bedroom
Upper Level Hall Bathroom
Fifth Bedroom
Detached Garage with a Gym + a Bonus Room
Gym Area
Fun Bonus Room
Exterior Front at Dusk
Historic Façade with Timeless Charm
Exterior Rear at Dusk
Huge Stone Patio
Enchanting Rear View at Night
Perfect Setting for Outdoor Entertaining
Expansive Fenced Backyard
Deep Backyard
Main Level Floor Plan
Upper Level Floor Plan
Lower Level Floor Plan
Garage Lower Level Floor Plan
Garage Upper Level Floor Plan

Description

A Rare Find! This expansive and elegant 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home - boasting an incredibly deep lot and handy detached carriage house - is nestled in the heart of vibrant and friendly East Silver Spring. Originally built circa 1918, this home has a rich history, having long ago been a neighborhood store before being transformed into the current residential masterpiece. With its historic façade and timeless charm, this home retains its original character while seamlessly integrating modern amenities....A Rare Find! This expansive and elegant 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home - boasting an incredibly deep lot and handy detached carriage house - is nestled in the heart of vibrant and friendly East Silver Spring. Originally built circa 1918, this home has a rich history, having long ago been a neighborhood store before being transformed into the current residential masterpiece. With its historic façade and timeless charm, this home retains its original character while seamlessly integrating modern amenities. Crafted in a thoughtfully expanded craftsman-style expanded farmhouse design, this home welcomes you with an enchanting covered front porch, evoking a sense of warmth from the moment you arrive. Step inside to discover the sun-filled living room adorned with dentil molding and recessed lighting, seamlessly flowing into the open dining room. Continuing beyond this elegant formal dining space, you'll find the inviting family room, featuring a cozy gas fireplace, TV nook, and convenient access to the back patio. The family room effortlessly transitions into the gourmet kitchen and bay-windowed breakfast room. The spacious chef's kitchen has quartz counters, wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a walk-in pantry, ample prep space, and a bright breakfast room offering views of the backyard. Adjacent to the family room is a convenient mudroom/laundry area with an exterior entrance and powder room. Completing the main level is a bedroom and a full bathroom, providing versatility and convenience. Upstairs, the second level hosts four large bedrooms and two full bathrooms with double vanities, including the generous primary bedroom suite. The suite features wall-to-wall carpeting, a walk-in closet, and two additional wall closets, providing ample storage space. The en suite bathroom boasts a jetted, corner soaking tub, and a separate shower, adding a touch of luxury to your daily routine. One of the secondary bedrooms also features a walk-in closet, enhancing the functionality of the space. The lower level offers copious storage space and a convenient side exit, catering to your storage needs and providing ease of access. Additionally, the detached carriage house features a versatile gym on its main level, in addition to the garage space, _and_ a bonus room on the upper level. Both the gym and the bonus room have separate heating/AC units, offering flexibility and comfort. Outside, you'll be enchanted by the picturesque and expansive fenced backyard, showcasing a remarkable variety of mature plantings, a deck, stone patio, and paved and graveled pathways. The stone patio provides the perfect setting for outdoor entertaining, while the spacious yard offers plenty of room to roam and play, creating a truly special backyard oasis. Additional features include a potting shed, private driveway, and a one-car garage, adding convenience and functionality to this exceptional property. Enjoy living in this friendly neighborhood – this location offers all the allure and convenience of this very special area. East Silver Spring’s warm sense of community and ready access to schools, parks, shopping, restaurants, transit and entertainment in both vibrant downtown Silver Spring and eclectic Takoma Park is not to be missed - see you there!

Property Details for 701 Ritchie Avenue

Tax ID Number
161300992852
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Federal, Farmhouse/National Folk
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 06/04/2024 02:05 PM

Property Details for 701 Ritchie Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #MDMC2123318
Days on Market4
Taxes$11,989 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1918
Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,000 SF
CountyMontgomery County
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Building Information for 701 Ritchie Avenue

Stories3Year Built1918Building Size-Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,000 SF

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Property Information for 701 Ritchie Avenue

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121138126809
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: EAST SILVER SPRING (MONTGOMERY MD)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • Middle Or Junior School: TAKOMA EDUCATIONAL CAMPUS (MONTGOMERY MD)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: MONTGOMERY BLAIR (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
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Assessed Value: $914,033
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • City Town Tax: $0
  • Land Assessed Value: $362,500
  • Special Assessment Pymnt: Annually
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Front Foot Fee: $0
  • Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Land Use Code: R
  • Loss Mitigation Fee: No
  • Agricultural Tax Due: No
  • Historic: No
  • Zoning: R60
  • Tax Lot: P11
  • 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
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
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
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Breakfast Room, Bedroom 1, Mud Room, Storage Room, Attic, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Storage Room
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Concrete
Room 2
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Wood
Room 3
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Crown Molding
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Carpet
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Carpet
Room 6
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Crown Molding
Room 7
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Carpet, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room 8
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Wood, Countertop(s) - Quartz, Pantry
Room 9
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Carpet, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room 10
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Double Sink, Soaking Tub
Room 11
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Double Sink
Room 12
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Wood, Ceiling Fan(s), Built-Ins, Fireplace - Gas
Room 13
  • Room Type: Attic
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Attic - Pull-Down Stairs
Room 14
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 15
  • Room Type: Half Bath
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 16
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Carpet
Room 17
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,715.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,715.00
  • Total SQFT: 3,519.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8029/7820/2754/802978202754_512_384_WM_mQPzw_XOzGJ1pvlw.jpg
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Unfinished, Outside Entrance
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-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: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Other Structure: Shed, Carriage House
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Fencing: Rear
  • Parcel ID: 14003947
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street, Detached Garage
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage - Front Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer, Water Heater, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://www.realtourinc.com/tours/1031153?t=mris
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Spa: No
  • Exterior Features: Other
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es), Deck(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Horse: No
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Wall Unit
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS

Property History for 701 Ritchie Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 15, 2024

Closed

BRIGHT #MDMC2123318

$1,252,000—
May 14, 2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1533515693

$1,252,000

+6.9% / yr

Apr 21, 2024

Pending

BRIGHT #MDMC2123318

—
Apr 18, 2024

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDMC2123318

$1,195,000—
May 15, 2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #597983399

$785,000

+8.7% / yr

May 15, 2017

Closed

BRIGHT #1002493655

$785,000—
Mar 14, 2017

Pending

BRIGHT #1002493655

—
Mar 9, 2017

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1002493655

$785,000—
Jul 31, 2004

Closed

BRIGHT #MDMC175358

$550,000—
Jun 24, 2004

Pending

BRIGHT #MDMC175358

—
Apr 16, 2004

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDMC175358

$640,000—
Nov 1, 2002

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #104404601

$235,000—
Oct 4, 2002

Closed

BRIGHT #MDMC247268

$234,900—
Sep 2, 2002

Pending

BRIGHT #MDMC247268

—
Jun 6, 2002

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDMC247268

$369,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/15/2024

Closed

BRIGHT #MDMC2123318

$1,252,000
05/14/2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1533515693

$1,252,000

+6.9% / yr

04/21/2024

Pending

BRIGHT #MDMC2123318

—
04/18/2024

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDMC2123318

$1,195,000
05/15/2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #597983399

$785,000

+8.7% / yr

05/15/2017

Closed

BRIGHT #1002493655

$785,000
03/14/2017

Pending

BRIGHT #1002493655

—
03/09/2017

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1002493655

$785,000
07/31/2004

Closed

BRIGHT #MDMC175358

$550,000
06/24/2004

Pending

BRIGHT #MDMC175358

—
04/16/2004

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDMC175358

$640,000
11/01/2002

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #104404601

$235,000
10/04/2002

Closed

BRIGHT #MDMC247268

$234,900
09/02/2002

Pending

BRIGHT #MDMC247268

—
06/06/2002

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDMC247268

$369,900

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Public Records for 701 Ritchie Avenue

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$12,091 ($1,008 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,550 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,550 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1918ZoningR60CountyMONTGOMERYAPN13-00992852Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 701 Ritchie Avenue

This home is within Montgomery County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
East Silver Spring Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Takoma Park Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Montgomery Blair High School
Public - 9 to 12
Longview School
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
East Silver Spring Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Takoma Park Middle School
Public6 to 8

Montgomery Blair 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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