Welcome to this spacious and freshly painted multi-level home, thoughtfully designed for comfort, flexibility, and functionality across every floor. Whether you're searching for a forever home or a smart investment opportunity near the university, this property offers incredible potential. The main level features a seamless flow between the bright living room, formal dining area, and a well-appointed kitchen. Step through sliding doors onto a large rear patio, perfect for entertaining, while the covered front porch adds charm and a warm welcome for guests. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms, each with built-in closets, and a full bath—an ideal setup for families, guests, or roommates. The lower level expands your options with a spacious recreation room, private den, basement bedroom, full bath, utility room, and dedicated laundry area. Whether you envision a home office, multi-generational living, or a casual hangout space, this level adapts to your needs. Outside, you'll appreciate the massive detached garage, second patio for morning coffee or quiet evenings, and a storage shed for added convenience. The garage offers excellent potential to be converted into an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)—perfect for guest use, personal space, or additional rental income. This home offers the perfect balance of privacy, practicality, and income-generating potential—all in a walkable, commuter-friendly location. Don’t miss your chance to see it—schedule a showing today!
Sold for $471,000 on 09/05/25
$471,000
8509 Potomac Ave, College Park, MD 20740
4beds
1,176sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
10,000 Square Feet Lot
$469,600 Zestimate®
$401/sqft
$3,261 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 09, 2025 at 09:42am
Listed by:
Phillip Allen 301-807-5045,
Corcoran McEnearney
Bought with:
Monica Cokinos, 529556
Samson Properties
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDPG2161030
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 588
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Heated,Improved,Rear Entrance,Sump Pump,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,764
- Total interior livable area: 1,176 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,176
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Concrete, Heated, Detached, Driveway, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 10,000 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 17212404135
- Zoning: RSF65
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: College Park
- Subdivision: Berwyn
- Municipality: College Park
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,FHA,Negotiable,VA Loan,Other
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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