Larry Makowski
Express Auctioneers, LLC
(443) 879-7241
55 Total Sales
1 in Sumner
$640,000 Price
Sumner
Suburban Neighborhood in Bethesda, Maryland
Montgomery County 20816
If you want to live the American dream right near the heart of the capital, look no further than Sumner — the community that brings you the best of both city and suburb. It is rare to find spacious homes with suburban amenities so close to the dense, exciting metro area that is D.C.
“Sumner is the kind of place where you can have it all, you’re right on the D.C. line and you get all the benefit, but still technically live in Maryland,” says Cheryl Leahy, realtor and local expert. “Many homes in this area have space for a pool or a three-car garage.” The homes around this scenic suburb are mostly multi-floored colonial homes, some have shutters and others with tall, decorative columns. Every home has large front yards with lush gardens and the bonus of front-row seats to the pink cherry blossoms in spring.
When asked makes what Sumner so special, Leahy continued, “You just don’t get this kind of lifestyle anywhere else.” A short walk in this neighborhood grants you an abundance of options, like Little Falls Stream Valley Park. This scenic 160-acre woodlands is the perfect spot to get waterfall views on a brisk weekend hike.
Sumner has proximity to suburban comforts like Safeway and CVS, but the excitement and opportunity of metropolitan DC is just a metro ride away. Take the red line train from Tenley Town station into the city for a straightforward commute to Union Station or hop off at the L’Enfant Plaza to spend your weekends in the best art galleries and museums. For dining, you always have the option of sticking close by and picking up Starbucks or takeout from Japanese Fin, or taking the 11-minute drive into Bethesda Row, a shopping center with a downtown feel that has even more to do.
This area is known for its strong education options, making it a desirable place to live. There is the option of Montgomery County public schools, or an abundance of charter or private options right nearby. Schools like Little Flower Middle School, Sumner Elementary and L’Enfant International Montessori School are all within walking distance. After picking your children up from school, bring them to Glen Mark Neighborhood Park and use the courts for pick-up games, or a playground complete with baby swings.
Living in Sumner means grilling out in your backyard, spending a Saturday morning hiking the nearby trails and living on quiet residential streets, all while staying within a 7-mile commute to downtown, Washington DC. If you want the DMV’s most spacious homes with access to the river and all that D.C. has to offer, an investment in the Sumner lifestyle is a worthy choice.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Larry Makowski
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Evelyn Lugo
Evelyn Lugo
Compass
(301) 618-0742
114 Total Sales
5 in Sumner
$595K - $1.1M Price Range
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Nader Bagheri
Nader Bagheri
Weichert, REALTORS
(240) 563-0315
177 Total Sales
1 in Sumner
$2,700,000 Price
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Michael Rankin
Michael Rankin
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(844) 734-0709
204 Total Sales
1 in Sumner
$2,699,000 Price
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HRLS Partners
HRLS Partners
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(844) 537-5384
255 Total Sales
1 in Sumner
$2,495,000 Price
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Margaret Babbington
Margaret Babbington
Compass
(240) 384-2822
545 Total Sales
3 in Sumner
$444K - $1.1M Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Little Falls Trail
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Hiking
Westmoreland Hills Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Tennis
Glen Mar Neighborhood Park
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Playground
Sangamore Local Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Soccer
- Tennis
Woodarces Local Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Sumner | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sumner, Bethesda sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Sumner, Bethesda over the last 12 months is $1,387,049, up 25% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$1,234,412
Median Single Family Price
$1,870,150
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$775,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$446
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
36
Months of Supply
1.30
Median List Price
$1,340,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
42%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,094
Median Year Built
1959
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
5,146
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,187
Open Houses
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Saturday, Apr 262 - 4pm
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Sunday, Apr 271 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,378
Median Age
49
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.9%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$184,843
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$199,039
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.4%
College Graduates
86.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
57.5%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
13''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
57
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
43
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
29
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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