Modern elegance meets suburban comfort at 305 E Melbourne Ave in highly sought-after Silver Spring, Maryland. Nestled in the peaceful neighborhood of Brookside Forest renowned for its vibrant community spirit. This home offers easy access to urban conveniences and an ideal opportunity for those seeking a harmonious blend of city and suburban living. Step inside to discover an interior that exudes contemporary charm with hardwood flooring and a fresh paint palette. The circular layout connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas, creating a spacious ambiance for both daily living and entertaining guests. The recently updated kitchen is spacious and equipped with sleek stainless steel appliances, stone countertops, pantry, ample cabinetry and egress to the side yard. The dining room features an updated light fixture, new windows and open views to the spacious living room with new recessed lighting and a wood burning fireplace. Off the living room is an updated family room addition with fresh paint and egress to the backyard. Finishing out the main level is a spacious powder room. A wrap-around staircase leads to the upper level. Upstairs features three nicely sized bedrooms with fresh paint and light fixtures. A refreshed full bathroom rounds out the upper level. The lower level has a deep garage with a newly refinished floor and plenty of storage space. In addition, enjoy a maintenance free house with newly updated features including the hot water heater and furnace in 2022. Outdoors there is a long driveway equipped with an electric car charger. This home offers easy access to urban conveniences and an ideal opportunity for those seeking a harmonious blend of city and suburban living. Location is the name of the game and this home is located right across the street from park trails, steps from a tot lot and nearby are a wide range of local shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. Residents can explore downtown Silver Spring area for entertainment, dining, and shopping.
Sold for $660,000 on 10/27/23
$660,000
305 E Melbourne Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20901
3beds
1,790sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
8,758 Square Feet Lot
$704,500 Zestimate®
$369/sqft
$3,214 Estimated rent
Home value
$704,500
$669,000 - $740,000
$3,214/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 11 hours ago
Listing updated: October 27, 2023 at 09:56am
Listed by:
Susan Kirn 443-465-2912,
Compass,
Co-Listing Agent: Natalie Erin Perez 301-674-1581,
Compass
Bought with:
Noli Manaloto, 0225199486
Samson Properties
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDMC2105420
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Ice Maker, Freezer, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Built-in Features, Chair Railings, Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Replacement
- Basement: Connecting Stairway
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Mantel(s), Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,790
- Total interior livable area: 1,790 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,790
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Inside Entrance, Driveway, On Street, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 8,758 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 161301345052
- Zoning: R60
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Silver Spring
- Subdivision: Brookside Forest
- Municipality: Unincorporated
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2023 | Sold | $660,000-2.2%$369/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDMC2105420 | ||
| 9/27/2023 | Contingent | $675,000$377/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2105420 | ||
| 9/7/2023 | Listed for sale | $675,000+20.5%$377/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2105420 | ||
| 11/5/2019 | Sold | $560,000$313/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 8/30/2019 | Sold | $560,000-2.6%$313/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,530 +21.9% | $589,400 +9.8% |
| 2024 | $6,178 -0.1% | $536,700 |
| 2023 | $6,184 +4.4% | $536,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Brookside Forest
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Oak View Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Eastern Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Montgomery Blair High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: New Hampshire Estates
- Middle: Eastern
- High: Montgomery Blair
- District: Montgomery County Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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