This single-family home is one of a kind, surrounded by forest preserved by Montgomery County as an urban park. Built in 1908, it features four bedrooms and two full baths and has the charm and high ceilings that reflect this era. The house was originally a retreat from the summer heat in Washington and subsequently converted into a year-round home, with the addition of dormers, gas, electricity, and public water and sewer. In 2004, Montgomery County purchased land surrounding the property to create the urban park, and granted easements for the driveway and utilities to the owner of the residence, which will convey. The setting is a spectacular blend of rolling hills and forest. From here, one can access the Metro at Forest Glen, public tennis courts, and a children’s playground. Given the house's age and the dormers' addition, it has several structural defects, all outlined in the licensed structural engineer's report attached to the disclosures. This home needs extensive repairs and is an "As Is" sale. The home is regarded as a contributing resource within a historic district, so the Historic Preservation Commission requires prior approval for any changes to the exterior. This is a unique opportunity to craft a home to your style while living in a spectacular woodland setting. The convenient location provides close proximity to public transportation – Ride-on bus, Forest Glen metro, and Marc train - schools, restaurants and shopping in Silver Spring and Kensington, and the Saturday morning Farmer’s Market in Kensington, and much more! Welcome home!
Sold for $550,000 on 09/15/25
$550,000
9819 Capitol View Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910
4beds
1,428sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1908
0.53 Acres Lot
$606,700 Zestimate®
$385/sqft
$3,059 Estimated rent
Home value
$606,700
$576,000 - $637,000
$3,059/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 15, 2025 at 07:24am
Listed by:
Gary Ditto 301-215-6834,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.,
Co-Listing Agent: Diane T Ditto 301-907-7600,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with:
Unrepresented Buyer
Unrepresented Buyer Office
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDMC2176822
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Upper
Sitting room
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry, In Basement
Features
- Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Interior Entry,Other
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Decorative
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,380
- Total interior livable area: 1,428 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,428
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Crushed Stone, Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.53 Acres
- Features: Adjoins - Public Land
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Additional parcels included: This property includes two lots. Lots 20 and 21. The home is built across the property line.
- Parcel number: 161300995161
- Zoning: R60
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1908
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Silver Spring
- Subdivision: Capitol View Park
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/15/2025 | Sold | $550,000-12%$385/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDMC2176822 | ||
| 8/1/2025 | Pending sale | $625,000$438/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2176822 | ||
| 7/27/2025 | Price change | $625,000-7.4%$438/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2176822 | ||
| 7/24/2025 | Price change | $675,000-6.9%$473/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2176822 | ||
| 7/15/2025 | Price change | $725,000-6.5%$508/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2176822 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $385 +0% | $33,400 |
| 2024 | $385 -0.1% | $33,400 |
| 2023 | $385 +4.4% | $33,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 20910
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Oakland Terrace Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Newport Mill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 7/10Albert Einstein High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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