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Sold for $1,270,000
  • $1,270,000

    8909 Melwood Rd, Bethesda, MD 20817

    4beds
    2,154sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1949
    7,867 Square Feet Lot
    $1,250,600 Zestimate®
    $590/sqft
    $4,890 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,250,600

    $1.14M - $1.36M

    $4,890/mo

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    What's special

    New Listing! SHOWING BY APPT! Open Sun 3/30, 10:30am-12noon....Picture perfect, four-bedroom Colonial featuring ideal flow, a gorgeous island kitchen (2020), fabulous family room, versatile lower level beautifully reimagined (2021) and wonderful yard. The MAIN LEVEL features: Spacious LIVING ROOM with wood-burning fireplace / DINING AREA open to bright, renovated island Kitchen (2020) / Eat-in, island KITCHEN with sleek countertops, pretty backsplash, ample cabinet storage, undercabinet lights, and fully equipped with stainless steel KitchenAid appliances / Cheerful FAMILY ROOM with French doors to patio and garden / Nicely appointed POWDER ROOM discreetly located off hallway / The UPPER LEVEL highlights include: PRIMARY BEDROOM with large, customized closet and renovated FULL BATHROOM (2015) with frameless glass shower, attractive stone and tile, custom millwork, and medicine cabinet / SECOND BEDROOM with large closet / THIRD BEDROOM with closet storage / Renovated FULL BATHROOM (2015) off hallway with attractive tile floor, sink vanity and bathtub / FOURTH BEDROOM with spacious closet / The LOWER LEVEL has: Cheerful RECREATION ROOM / Renovated FULL BATHROOM with generous cabinet storage / Versatile BONUS ROOM makes a great OFFICE and/or HOME GYM - you decide! / LAUNDRY/UTILITY ROOM with extra fridge, shelving, hot water heater (2021) and full-size clothes washer/dryer (2021) / Enjoy the lush FRONT and BACK yards with abundant greenspace, privacy fence, and attractive PATIO (installed 2015) perfect for al fresco entertaining with festive lighting (2023) / UPGRADES, FEATURES & DESIGN NOTES: recessed lights (2020); plantation shutters; hardwood floors; three exterior doors replaced; LL full bathroom newly added; HVAC system reconfigured and dual zone added (2021) and two Nest thermostats; install back fence (2018) and front fence (2016); install new garden and trash sheds (2020); chimney re-lined, re-pointed and re-flashed; foam insulation added to attic and crawlspace (2016); custom window treatments (2015); crown molding added to lower level (2021) / All of this...and located in coveted HILLMEAD. Enjoy the best of all worlds with proximity to downtown Bethesda, public transportation, and key commuter routes...yet offering its residents lush surroundings with a neighborhood feel and plenty of community spirit. SHOWING BY APPT

    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: April 15, 2025 at 07:48am

    Listed by:

    Kathleen McGrath 202-276-1235,

    Washington Fine Properties, LLC

    Bought with:

    Jen Angotti

    Compass

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDMC2170204MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 667
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: In Basement, Lower Level
    Features
    • Built-in Features, Crown Molding, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Gourmet, Dining Area, Recessed Lighting
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Wood
    • Doors: French Doors
    • Windows: Bay/Bow, Double Hung, Window Treatments
    • Basement: Connecting Stairway,Finished,Improved,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,521
    • Total interior livable area: 2,154 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,854
    • Finished area below ground: 300

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: On Street
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Three
    • Stories: 3
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 7,867 sqft
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 160700596552
    • Zoning: R60
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Slab
    Condition
    • Excellent
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1949

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Bethesda
    • Subdivision: Hillmead

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    4/14/2025Sold$1,270,000+1.7%$590/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2170204 Report a problem
    3/31/2025Pending sale$1,249,000$580/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2170204 Report a problem
    3/20/2025Listed for sale$1,249,000+63.3%$580/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2170204 Report a problem
    11/7/2013Sold$765,000+198.4%$355/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    10/16/1995Sold$256,334$119/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$9,813 +3%$847,833 +2.4%
    2024$9,527 +4.8%$827,600 +4.9%
    2023$9,092 +9.8%$789,100 +5.1%

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 20817

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Middle: Pyle
    • High: Walt Whitman
    • 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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