$755,000
SOLD APR 10, 2025

11605 Happy Choice Ln North Potomac, MD 20878

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,463 Sq Ft
0.31 Acres

Recently Sold

$516 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Open Floorplan
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • DuFief Elementary Rated A
  • Deck
  • 5-minute walk to Dufief Local Park

About This Home

As of April 2025

Please submit offers by Monday, March 10th at 1 PM. Welcome to 11605 Happy Choice Lane, an updated and meticulously maintained contemporary home in the highly coveted Dufief neighborhood! Enjoy an airy open floor plan, large back deck, and flat, fenced-in backyard offering all you need for comfortable living and entertaining. The front porch provides charming curb appeal and is the perfect peaceful place to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day!
Enter the two-story foyer and be wowed by the abundant natural light and soaring ceilings. The living room features oversized windows, skylights, and beautiful hardwood floors. Adjacent to the living room is a versatile space great for a formal dining room or home office. The thoughtfully updated kitchen features craft-made cabinets, a double sink, a double oven, space for counter seating, and a brand-new refrigerator. Open to the kitchen, an inviting eat-in area features a cozy gas fireplace and built-in shelving, making it the perfect spot for dining or a comfortable family room. Step through the sliding glass doors onto the large back deck, where you can enjoy views of the expansive, serene yard adorned with beautiful mature trees that provide ample privacy. Also on the main level is a laundry room with a newer LG washer and dryer, as well as access to the two-car garage with an extra loft space for all your storage needs! Completing the main level is a beautiful powder room, renovated in 2022.
Upstairs, the primary bedroom features natural light and views of the peaceful backyard. The versatile dressing area with a convenient vanity leads to a spacious walk-in closet and a beautifully renovated bathroom. Enjoy a luxurious experience in the walk-in shower, where a unique skylight lets you shower under the stars! Also on this floor, you’ll find two additional spacious bedrooms with graciously sized closets as well as a well-appointed hall bathroom.
No detail has been overlooked in this exceptionally well-kept and updated home! The majority of doors and windows throughout the home have been updated, including Pella windows on the main floor, as well as the roof which was replaced in 2018. Additional bonus features include hot-tub hookup on the back patio, a stunning wild back cherry tree, as well as apple, pear, and blueberry trees in the backyard! Conveniently located just minutes from Dufief Local Park, Dufief Elementary School, Kentlands shopping and dining amenities, and many commuter routes, you won’t want to miss your chance to make this tranquil and spacious home yours!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carolyn Sappenfield

TTR Sotheby's International Realty License #574531

TTR Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listed By

Amanda Hewitt

TTR Sotheby's International Realty License #1012987

Last Buyer's Agent

Matthew Klokel

Redfin Corp

Redfin Corp

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,560

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • 0.31 Acre Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Planted Vegetation
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R200

HOA Fees

  • $20 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 4 Driveway Spaces
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,463 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Two Story Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Sliding Doors
  • Sitting Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Views of Woods

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Double Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Schools

  • Dufief Elementary School
  • Robert Frost Middle School
  • Thomas S. Wootton High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Dispenser
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Association fees include common area maintenance
  • Dufief Homeowners Association
  • Dufief Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 117
  • Assessor Parcel Number 160601471526

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,560

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$20 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2025-03-06
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Remarks Public: Please submit offers by Monday, March 10th at 1 PM. Welcome to 11605 Happy Choice Lane, an updated and meticulously maintained contemporary home in the highly coveted Dufief neighborhood! Enjoy an airy open floor plan, large back deck, and flat, fenced-in backyard offering all you need for comfortable living and entertaining. The front porch provides charming curb appeal and is the perfect peaceful place to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day! Enter the two-story foyer and be wowed by the abundant natural light and soaring ceilings. The living room features oversized windows, skylights, and beautiful hardwood floors. Adjacent to the living room is a versatile space great for a formal dining room or home office. The thoughtfully updated kitchen features craft-made cabinets, a double sink, a double oven, space for counter seating, and a brand-new refrigerator. Open to the kitchen, an inviting eat-in area features a cozy gas fireplace and built-in shelving, making it the perfect spot for dining or a comfortable family room. Step through the sliding glass doors onto the large back deck, where you can enjoy views of the expansive, serene yard adorned with beautiful mature trees that provide ample privacy. Also on the main level is a laundry room with a newer LG washer and dryer, as well as access to the two-car garage with an extra loft space for all your storage needs! Completing the main level is a beautiful powder room, renovated in 2022. Upstairs, the primary bedroom features natural light and views of the peaceful backyard. The versatile dressing area with a convenient vanity leads to a spacious walk-in closet and a beautifully renovated bathroom. Enjoy a luxurious experience in the walk-in shower, where a unique skylight lets you shower under the stars! Also on this floor, you’ll find two additional spacious bedrooms with graciously sized closets as well as a well-appointed hall bathroom. No detail has been overlooked in this exceptionally well-kept and updated home! The majority of doors and windows throughout the home have been updated, including Pella windows on the main floor, as well as the roof which was replaced in 2018. Additional bonus features include hot-tub hookup on the back patio, a stunning wild back cherry tree, as well as apple, pear, and blueberry trees in the backyard! Conveniently located just minutes from Dufief Local Park, Dufief Elementary School, Kentlands shopping and dining amenities, and many commuter routes, you won’t want to miss your chance to make this tranquil and spacious home yours!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Icemaker, Oven - Double, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Dispenser, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Primary Bath(s), Skylight(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Replacement, Skylights
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Sliding Glass
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Beamed Ceilings, 2 Story Ceilings, Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Laundry
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1463
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1463
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 495.56
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1463
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 11605

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Gutter System
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 6
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4

Utilities

  • Refuse: 361.78
  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 245.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance
  • HOA Name: DUFIEF HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Fee Information

  • Front Foot Fee Pymt Freq: Annually

Schools

  • School District: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: DUFIEF
  • Middle School: ROBERT FROST
  • High School: THOMAS S. WOOTTON
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 121138126809
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: DUFIEF
  • High School: THOMAS S. WOOTTON
  • Middle Or Junior School: ROBERT FROST

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Fully
  • Land Use Code: R
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard, Vegetation Planting
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.31
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 13317.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Soil Types: Chillum-Urban Land Complex
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: R200
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6560.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 160601471526
  • Tax Lot: 117
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1463
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 04/10/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Map

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/10/2025 04/10/25 Sold $755,000 +4.1% $516 / Sq Ft
03/10/2025 03/10/25 Pending -- -- --
03/06/2025 03/06/25 For Sale $725,000 -- $496 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $6,560 $517,100 $344,700 $172,400
2023 $5,671 $501,933 $0 $0
2022 $5,214 $486,767 $0 $0
2021 $4,837 $471,600 $328,300 $143,300
2020 $4,837 $461,500 $0 $0
2019 $4,698 $451,400 $0 $0
2018 $4,604 $441,300 $328,300 $113,000
2017 $4,608 $437,433 $0 $0
2016 -- $433,567 $0 $0
2015 $4,017 $429,700 $0 $0
2014 $4,017 $422,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $355,000 New Conventional
Closed $355,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $755,000 First American Title
Deed $755,000 First American Title
Deed $192,500 --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDMC2168444

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APN: 06-01471526