$750,000
SOLD APR 21, 2025

2970 Forsythe Ave Silver Spring, MD 20910

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,990 Sq Ft
7,711 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$377 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Private Lot
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Woodlin Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wooded Lot
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of April 2025

Nestled in a serene tree-lined setting, this charming home built in 1948 is in excellent condition offering a delightful blend of classic appeal, privacy and modern comfort. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout the first and second floors, open living spaces, wood burning fireplace.
Three comfortable bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths recently painted.
Exterior offers a gorgeous screened porch and an expansive two-tiered slate patio under a bevy of trees, perfect for entertaining or enjoying nature.
Lower level is finished offering space for an office gym or recreation. Designed for an indoor-outdoor lifestyle within a peaceful setting , close to the metro and Rock Creek Park for walking, biking and hiking the nature trails. Close to everything the area has to offer.
When showing: PLEASE don't let the cat outside.
Seller will need a rent back for a period of time. Call me with any questions. OFFERS DUE WEDNESDAY AT NOON

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Patricia Murphy

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #SP00092005

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Katherine Sheckells

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,454

Year Built

  • Built in 1948

Lot Details

  • 7,711 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence
  • Stone Retaining Walls
  • Landscaped
  • Private Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Back Yard
  • Property is zoned R90

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Passive Radon Mitigation
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Garden Views
  • Finished Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed patio or porch
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Air Source Heat Pump
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Forest Glen Park Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot P13
  • Assessor Parcel Number 161301003145

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,454

Year Built

Built in 1948

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Nestled in a serene tree-lined setting, this charming home built in 1948 is in excellent condition offering a delightful blend of classic appeal, privacy and modern comfort. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout the first and second floors, open living spaces, wood burning fireplace. Three comfortable bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths recently painted. Exterior offers a gorgeous screened porch and an expansive two-tiered slate patio under a bevy of trees, perfect for entertaining or enjoying nature. Lower level is finished offering space for an office gym or recreation. Designed for an indoor-outdoor lifestyle within a peaceful setting , close to the metro and Rock Creek Park for walking, biking and hiking the nature trails. Close to everything the area has to offer. When showing: PLEASE don't let the cat outside. Seller will need a rent back for a period of time. Call me with any questions. OFFERS DUE WEDNESDAY AT NOON
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Electric, Dryer - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Double Pane
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Mantel(s), Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Passive Radon Mitigation
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Laundry, Bathroom 2, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Has Laundry, Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 2160
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1990
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 520.83
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1440
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 550
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 170
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 720
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 2970

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Stone Retaining Walls
  • Spa: No
  • View: Garden/Lawn
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Refuse: 478.24
  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Phone Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Fee Information

  • Front Foot Fee Pymt Freq: Annually

Schools

  • School District: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 121138126809
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Wood, Fully
  • Land Use Code: R
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Landscaping, Private, Rear Yard, Trees/Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7711.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Enclosed, Patio(s), Porch(es), Screened
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: R90
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7454.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 161301003145
  • Tax Lot: P13
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1990
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 04/21/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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Range of Values:

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/21/2025 04/21/25 Sold $750,000 +4.2% $377 / Sq Ft
04/03/2025 04/03/25 Pending -- -- --
03/28/2025 03/28/25 For Sale $720,000 +36.5% $362 / Sq Ft
12/28/2017 12/28/17 Sold $527,500 -2.1% $366 / Sq Ft
11/27/2017 11/27/17 Pending -- -- --
10/27/2017 10/27/17 For Sale $539,000 +13.5% $374 / Sq Ft
11/26/2012 11/26/12 Sold $475,000 -3.0% $330 / Sq Ft
10/31/2012 10/31/12 Pending -- -- --
10/18/2012 10/18/12 For Sale $489,900 -- $340 / 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 $7,454 $591,900 $326,700 $265,200
2023 $8,008 $581,300 $0 $0
2022 $6,179 $570,700 $0 $0
2021 $5,495 $560,100 $326,700 $233,400
2020 $5,495 $517,167 $0 $0
2019 $5,487 $474,233 $0 $0
2018 $4,492 $431,300 $309,100 $122,200
2017 $5,259 $431,300 $0 $0
2016 -- $431,300 $0 $0
2015 $4,350 $434,000 $0 $0
2014 $4,350 $432,467 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $465,415 New Conventional
Closed $501,125 New Conventional
Previous Owner $154,800 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $527,500 Kvs Title Llc
Deed $475,000 --
Deed $380,000 --
Deed $290,000 --
Deed $229,000 --
Deed $172,000 --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDMC2167970

Bright MLS

APN: 13-01003145