820 Philadelphia Avenue
Pets welcomePet policy
4 carsParking Spaces
Sep 24Available Date
Description
WONDERFULLY MODERNIZED LARGE 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom Home - Discover this beautifully designed brick home in the desirable DOWNTOWN Silver Spring, ideally situated at the crossroads of Takoma Park, and Washington, DC. This charming home combines timeless character with modern updates and the convenience of city living. The location offers easy access to shopping, restaurants, parks, concerts, farmers markets, movie theaters, Veterans Plaza, the Metropolitan Branch Trail, and a variety of dining options,...WONDERFULLY MODERNIZED LARGE 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom Home - Discover this beautifully designed brick home in the desirable DOWNTOWN Silver Spring, ideally situated at the crossroads of Takoma Park, and Washington, DC. This charming home combines timeless character with modern updates and the convenience of city living. The location offers easy access to shopping, restaurants, parks, concerts, farmers markets, movie theaters, Veterans Plaza, the Metropolitan Branch Trail, and a variety of dining options, all within approximately one mile. Commuters will appreciate the convenient access to the Red Line, the forthcoming Purple Line, and numerous transportation options nearby. Parking is a breeze with an oversized driveway that can accommodate up to 4 vehicles, along with a thoughtfully designed turnaround area for added convenience. As you approach the home, you’ll be greeted by an oversized front porch with a beautiful blue accent door — the perfect spot to relax with your morning coffee or unwind after a long day. Inside, the home features a state-of-the-art kitchen renovated in 2025, offering approximately $70,000+ in upgrades. The kitchen includes white shaker cabinetry, neutral quartz countertops, a tasteful backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an oversized island, durable LVP flooring, and a spacious walk-in pantry providing excellent storage. The adjacent dining area offers a warm and inviting atmosphere while maintaining the home's original charm, including the original wood-burning fireplace. The dining area flows into an impressive approximately 20' x 28' family room, providing plenty of space for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying time with family. The main level also includes an updated half bathroom, laundry facilities, and a prefabricated wood-burning fireplace. The family room opens to a second covered porch, a new patio added in 2025, and a fully fenced yard, providing excellent outdoor living space. Upstairs, beautiful hardwood flooring continues throughout the stairwell and second floor. This level features three bedrooms, including an oversized primary bedroom with a spacious ensuite bathroom featuring a Jacuzzi tub. The second-floor hall bathroom was tastefully renovated in 2023. Additional improvements include sleek European radiators installed in 2023 and a replaced retaining wall with added drainage completed in 2024. With no carpet throughout the home, all hard-surface flooring makes cleaning and maintenance convenient. This exceptional home offers generous living space, modern updates, abundant parking, indoor and outdoor entertaining areas, and an unbeatable location close to Silver Spring, Takoma Park, and DC.
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- Listed by: Brian Marzo 202.480.9383 info@therockconsulting.group • Keller Williams Preferred Properties
Last updated: 09/23/2026 02:10 PM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: MDMC2254940
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Property Information for 820 Philadelphia Avenue
Property Details
- Property Type: Rental
- MLS Type: Residential Lease / Other
- Year Built: 1938
- Lot Size: 0.14 AC / 6,000 SF
- County: Montgomery County
- Tax ID Number: 161300990534
- Ownership: Other
- Condo Coop Association: No
- HOA: No
- Structure Type: Detached
- Style: Colonial, Traditional
- Levels/Stories: 2
- Furnished: No
- Waterfront: No
- Views: Street
- Garage: No
- Expected On Market Date: 09-24-2026
- Subdivision: SILVER SPRING
- Subdivision: SILVER SPRING (MONTGOMERY MD)
- Legal Subdivision: BLAIR
- Total Parking Spaces: 4
- Central Air: Yes
- Basement: No
- Room Count: 23
- Above Grade Finished SQFT: 2,512.00
- Above Grade Unfinished SQFT: .00
- Above Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Estimated
- New Construction: No
- Building Winterized Y/N: No
- Property Condition: Excellent
Building Information
- Building/Complex: 820 Philadelphia Ave
- Stories: 2
- Pet Policy: Allowed
- Pet Policy Details: Case by Case Basis
- Year Built: 1938
- Lot Size: 0.14 AC / 6,000 SF
Location
Location
- In City Limits: Yes
- Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Commuter Lots less than 5 miles, Metro/Subway Station less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile
- School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- School District County ID: 121138126809
- Elementary School: EAST SILVER SPRING (MONTGOMERY MD)
- ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
- Middle Or Junior School: TAKOMA PARK (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: Yes
- Senior Community: No
- Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
- Tax Assessed Value: $921,633
- Municipal Trash: Yes
- Land Use Code: R
- Loss Mitigation Fee: No
- Historic: No
- Zoning: R60
- Zoning Dscrp: Residential
Lease Information
Lease Information
- Date Available: 09-24-2026
- Security Deposit: $3,500
- Minimum Lease in Months: 12
- Maximum Lease in Months: 24
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pet Restrictions: Case by Case Basis
- Smoking Allowed: No
- Owner Pays: Common Area Maintenance, Management, Repairs, Pest Control, Reserves for Replacement, Taxes - Real Estate, Other
- Tenant Pays: Utilities - All, Windows/Screens, Minor Interior Maintenance, Light Bulbs/Filters/Fuses/Alarm Care, Lawn/Tree/Shrub Care
- Rent Includes: Common Area Maintenance, HVAC Maint, Security Monitoring
- Application Fee: $50
- Rent Spree Online Application: No
Rooms
Main
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Rooms
- Room List: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Laundry, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom
- Stories: Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Primary Bathroom
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Bathroom - Jetted Tub, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-Ins, Countertop(s) - Solid Surface, Double Sink, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
Room 2
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Attached Bathroom, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood, Lighting - Recessed, Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area, Primary Bedroom - Dressing Area, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room 3
- Room Type: Bathroom 2
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-Ins, Countertop(s) - Solid Surface, Double Sink, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
Room 4
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
Room 5
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Built-Ins, Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s)
Room 6
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Built-Ins, Breakfast Room, Countertop(s) - Quartz, Crown Molding, Dining Area, Double Sink, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Island, Kitchen - Eat-in, Lighting - Ceiling, Lighting - Pendants, Lighting - Recessed
Room 7
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Lighting - Recessed
Room 8
- Room Type: Foyer
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
Room 9
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Rail, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
Room 10
- Room Type: Laundry
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Green Info
- Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, Flooring, HVAC, Lighting
Building Info
- Year Major Reno Remodel: 2025
- Building Level Count: 2
- Total Finished SQFT: 2,512.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,912.00
- Total SQFT: 2,512.00
- Total SQFT Source: Estimated
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Wall and Ceiling Types: High
- Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Wood
- Foundation Details: Other
- Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-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 Full-Upper Level 1-2
- # Bathrooms Full: 2
- # Bathrooms Half: 1
- Other Structure: Shed
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Rear Yard
- Road Surface Type: Concrete
- Road Responsibility: City/County
- Fencing: Panel, Rear, Vinyl
- Location Type: Suburban
- Parcel ID: 14003764
Parking
Parking
- Type Of Parking: Driveway, On Street
- Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
Interior Features
Interior Features
- Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Bathroom - Jetted Tub, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Sauna, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 2
- Fireplace Features: Fireplace - Glass Doors, Wood
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Stove, Washer
- Accessibility Features: None
- Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Exterior Cameras, Monitored, Smoke Detector, Sprinkler System - Indoor
- Door Features: Insulated, Storm
- Window Features: Double Pane, Energy Efficient, Insulated
- Laundry Type: Main Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Spa: No
- Exterior Features: BBQ Grill, Other, Secure Storage, Sidewalks, Stone Retaining Walls
- Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
- Pool: No Pool
- Horse: No
Utilities
Utilities
- Utilities: Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Under Ground, Other, Water Available
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Energy Star Cooling System, Programmable Thermostat, Multi Units, Zoned, Other
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Central, Energy Star Heating System, Programmable Thermostat
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: 60+ Gallon Tank, Other
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
- Internet Services: Broadband, Cable, DSL, Fiber Optic, Fixed Wireless, LTE, Satellite, Other
Confidential Data
Listing Office
- List Agent AOR: Prince George's Association of REALTORS
- List Agent URL: TheRockConsulting.Group
Property History for 820 Philadelphia Avenue
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 23, 2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC2254940 | $3,500 | — |
| Sep 25, 1999 | Closed BRIGHT #MDMC434628 | $1,600 | — |
| Aug 5, 1999 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC434628 | $2,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 09/23/2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC2254940 | $3,500 |
| 09/25/1999 | Closed BRIGHT #MDMC434628 | $1,600 |
| 08/05/1999 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC434628 | $2,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Schools near 820 Philadelphia Avenue
This home is within Montgomery County Public Schools.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | PK 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 | ||
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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