$625,000
SOLD APR 22, 2025

501 Ethan Allen Ave Takoma Park, MD 20912

2 Beds
1 Bath
864 Sq Ft
7,500 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$723 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Loft
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Bungalow
  • Takoma Park Elementary School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • 2-minute walk to Forest Park

About This Home

As of April 2025

Quintessential Takoma Park bungalow - full of sunshine and tasteful renovations! The MOST WONDERFUL AND HUGE rear screened porch with skylights, two ceiling fans and space galore for utter pleasure and relaxation. Gorgeous original wood floors, wood stove in living room, high ceilings, and large windows everywhere. Delightful sunny kitchen with white quartz countertop, stainless appliances, new fridge, custom cabinetry and inviting nook for table space. Spacious owner's bedroom with bonus closet room and French doors leading to screened porch. Second bedroom includes access to loft - great for office, reading, sleeping! Screened porch overlooks mature garden with flowers and plantings lovingly nurtured over the years: hydrangeas, azaleas, native perennials - and a rose garden banking on the side of the house - beautiful!! In the heart of everything Takoma Park - walk to METRO, co-op, Cielo Rojo, farmers market, bike shop, butcher, Sligo Creek trails - and a playground at the bottom of the hill! Upgrades include architectural shingle roof in 2017, electrical update in 2021, level 2 EV charger, 2 new sump pumps, new washer and new blinds! Two car parking and 2 year old shed in the back for garden tools and bikes. Open and airy - great fresh vibe. Open Saturday and Sunday 2-4

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Judy Cranford

Cranford & Associates License #BR13262

Last Buyer's Agent

Kari Wilner

TTR Sotheby's International Realty License #300546

TTR Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,105

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 7,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R60

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Brick Foundation
  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2.5 Levels
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Loft
  • Basement
  • Connecting Stairway

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • 2 Driveway Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Shed

Schools

  • Piney Branch Elementary School
  • Takoma Park Middle School
  • Montgomery Blair High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Takoma Park Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot P1
  • Assessor Parcel Number 161303172780

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,105

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Quintessential Takoma Park bungalow - full of sunshine and tasteful renovations! The MOST WONDERFUL AND HUGE rear screened porch with skylights, two ceiling fans and space galore for utter pleasure and relaxation. Gorgeous original wood floors, wood stove in living room, high ceilings, and large windows everywhere. Delightful sunny kitchen with white quartz countertop, stainless appliances, new fridge, custom cabinetry and inviting nook for table space. Spacious owner's bedroom with bonus closet room and French doors leading to screened porch. Second bedroom includes access to loft - great for office, reading, sleeping! Screened porch overlooks mature garden with flowers and plantings lovingly nurtured over the years: hydrangeas, azaleas, native perennials - and a rose garden banking on the side of the house - beautiful!! In the heart of everything Takoma Park - walk to METRO, co-op, Cielo Rojo, farmers market, bike shop, butcher, Sligo Creek trails - and a playground at the bottom of the hill! Upgrades include architectural shingle roof in 2017, electrical update in 2021, level 2 EV charger, 2 new sump pumps, new washer and new blinds! Two car parking and 2 year old shed in the back for garden tools and bikes. Open and airy - great fresh vibe. Open Saturday and Sunday 2-4
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Levels Count: 2.5
  • Room List: Loft
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway
  • Total Sq Ft: 1584
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 864
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 746.53
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 864
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 720
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 720
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 501

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Refuse: 38.07
  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Fee Information

  • Front Foot Fee Pymt Freq: Annually

Schools

  • School District: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: PINEY BRANCH
  • Middle School: TAKOMA PARK
  • High School: MONTGOMERY BLAIR
  • 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: PINEY BRANCH
  • High School: MONTGOMERY BLAIR
  • Middle Or Junior School: TAKOMA PARK

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Fully
  • Land Use Code: R
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7500.00
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: R60
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7105.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 161303172780
  • Tax Lot: P1
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 864
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 04/22/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/22/2025 04/22/25 Sold $625,000 -3.1% $723 / Sq Ft
04/01/2025 04/01/25 Pending -- -- --
03/28/2025 03/28/25 For Sale $645,000 +9.3% $747 / Sq Ft
11/16/2022 11/16/22 Sold $590,000 +2.6% $683 / Sq Ft
10/15/2022 10/15/22 Pending -- -- --
10/13/2022 10/13/22 For Sale $575,000 +55.0% $666 / Sq Ft
06/12/2012 06/12/12 Sold $371,000 -4.9% $429 / Sq Ft
05/07/2012 05/07/12 Pending -- -- --
04/19/2012 04/19/12 Price Changed $390,000 -4.6% $451 / Sq Ft
03/22/2012 03/22/12 For Sale $409,000 -- $473 / 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 $7,105 $407,900 $284,600 $123,300
2023 $7,543 $393,300 $0 $0
2022 $6,223 $378,700 $0 $0
2021 $3,573 $364,100 $284,600 $79,500
2020 $7,146 $364,100 $284,600 $79,500
2019 $5,401 $364,100 $284,600 $79,500
2018 $5,480 $375,100 $309,300 $65,800
2017 $4,929 $342,867 $0 $0
2016 -- $310,633 $0 $0
2015 $4,439 $278,400 $0 $0
2014 $4,439 $278,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $265,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $333,900 New Conventional
Previous Owner $216,500 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $110,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $210,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $150,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $590,000 Land Title
Deed $371,000 Sage Title Group Llc
Deed $60,052 --
Deed $151,500 --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDMC2172222

Bright MLS

APN: 13-03172780