$980,000
SOLD NOV 15, 2024

5514 Charles St Bethesda, MD 20814

Alta Vista Neighborhood
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,516 Sq Ft
5,800 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$390 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Recreation Room
  • Wyngate Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of November 2024

Offer due 11:00am 10/16 Welcome to this Dutch Colonial on an exquisitely landscaped lot in Alta Vista neighborhood of Bethesda! As you enter, you'll be greeted by a covered front entry and a gracious sun-lit foyer. Beyond the foyer is a formal dining room with grass cloth wallpaper. The kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring granite countertops, Kraftmaid cabinetry with soft close drawers, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, an atrium window, and a pantry. The kitchen opens onto the family room and the picturesque rear porch, there’s a seamless flow for indoor-outdoor living. The adjoining light-filled family room boasts a gas fireplace and beamed ceilings, providing a perfect space for relaxation or entertainment. The deck off the back is enchanting with pergolas and views of the koi pond and amazing garden. The spacious living room is ideal for entertaining, filled with wonderful natural light and offering picturesque views of the back deck. Completing the main level is a half bathroom and multiple closets.
Upstairs, are four bedrooms and two beautifully renovated full bathrooms, including a primary bedroom with generous closet space, a ceiling fan, and a private spa bathroom with glass enclosed shower with a modern shower panel tower system and a rainfall waterfall shower head. The striking hall bathroom has a modern shower panel tower system with 8 jets, recessed nooks, and it is completely renovated.
The lower level of this home boasts a recreation room, a laundry room, and a huge storage / work room. The exterior of the property features a private driveway, a charming Flagstone and brick pathways, and an extensive level backyard with a picturesque deck with two wood pergolas, thriving garden beds, a koi pond, and lovely, lush landscaping. It is rare to find a property in this area with such an extraordinary unique backyard!
With spacious rooms and incredible location, this home provides unparalleled livability and comfort. While it could benefit from cosmetic updating and attention to the basement, it presents the perfect opportunity to customize and transform this home into your own oasis.

Easy commute downtown—drive or take NIH Metro. In close proximity to Maple Wood Park, The Bethesda Trolley Walking Trail, NIH Metro, the YMCA, The French International School, the National Institute of Health, Walter Reed Medical Center and Downtown Bethesda. Convenient to interstate 270 and the Capital Beltway-A Commuter Dream!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Todd Harris

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Tatjana Bajrami

TTR Sotheby's International Realty License #616911

TTR Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,678

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • 5,800 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned R60

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Dutch Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Sliding Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Storage Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Carpet

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Upgraded Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom

Basement

  • Connecting Stairway
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Schools

  • Wyngate Elementary School
  • North Bethesda Middle School
  • Walter Johnson High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Alta Vista Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 18
  • Assessor Parcel Number 160700555062

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,678

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Dutch, Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-10-12
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Offer due 11:00am 10/16 Welcome to this Dutch Colonial on an exquisitely landscaped lot in Alta Vista neighborhood of Bethesda! As you enter, you'll be greeted by a covered front entry and a gracious sun-lit foyer. Beyond the foyer is a formal dining room with grass cloth wallpaper. The kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring granite countertops, Kraftmaid cabinetry with soft close drawers, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, an atrium window, and a pantry. The kitchen opens onto the family room and the picturesque rear porch, there’s a seamless flow for indoor-outdoor living. The adjoining light-filled family room boasts a gas fireplace and beamed ceilings, providing a perfect space for relaxation or entertainment. The deck off the back is enchanting with pergolas and views of the koi pond and amazing garden. The spacious living room is ideal for entertaining, filled with wonderful natural light and offering picturesque views of the back deck. Completing the main level is a half bathroom and multiple closets. Upstairs, are four bedrooms and two beautifully renovated full bathrooms, including a primary bedroom with generous closet space, a ceiling fan, and a private spa bathroom with glass enclosed shower with a modern shower panel tower system and a rainfall waterfall shower head. The striking hall bathroom has a modern shower panel tower system with 8 jets, recessed nooks, and it is completely renovated. The lower level of this home boasts a recreation room, a laundry room, and a huge storage / work room. The exterior of the property features a private driveway, a charming Flagstone and brick pathways, and an extensive level backyard with a picturesque deck with two wood pergolas, thriving garden beds, a koi pond, and lovely, lush landscaping. It is rare to find a property in this area with such an extraordinary unique backyard! With spacious rooms and incredible location, this home provides unparalleled livability and comfort. While it could benefit from cosmetic updating and attention to the basement, it presents the perfect opportunity to customize and transform this home into your own oasis. Easy commute downtown—drive or take NIH Metro. In close proximity to Maple Wood Park, The Bethesda Trolley Walking Trail, NIH Metro, the YMCA, The French International School, the National Institute of Health, Walter Reed Medical Center and Downtown Bethesda. Convenient to interstate 270 and the Capital Beltway-A Commuter Dream!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Sliding Glass
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Laundry, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Outside Entrance
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 3004
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2516
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 472.88
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2028
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 488
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 488
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 976
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 5514

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • 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: Brick
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway

Utilities

  • Refuse: 478.24
  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • 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: WYNGATE
  • Middle School: NORTH BETHESDA
  • High School: WALTER JOHNSON
  • 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: WYNGATE
  • High School: WALTER JOHNSON
  • Middle Or Junior School: NORTH BETHESDA

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: R
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5800.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Deck(s)
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: R60
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 10678.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 160700555062
  • Tax Lot: 18
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2516
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 11/15/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/15/2024 11/15/24 Sold $980,000 +2.2% $390 / Sq Ft
10/16/2024 10/16/24 Pending -- -- --
10/11/2024 10/11/24 For Sale $959,000 -- $381 / 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 $11,246 $919,300 $519,100 $400,200
2023 $9,986 $871,233 $0 $0
2022 $6,635 $823,167 $0 $0
2021 $1 $775,100 $494,400 $280,700
2020 $16,430 $762,033 $0 $0
2019 $8,035 $748,967 $0 $0
2018 $7,875 $735,900 $470,900 $265,000
2017 $7,270 $695,767 $0 $0
2016 $5,995 $655,633 $0 $0
2015 $5,995 $615,500 $0 $0
2014 $5,995 $604,667 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $784,000 New Conventional
Closed $784,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $135,932 New Conventional
Previous Owner $140,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $980,000 Mbo Settlements
Deed $980,000 Mbo Settlements
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDMC2145804

Bright MLS

APN: 07-00555062

Maryland Montgomery County Bethesda 20814 Alta Vista

5514 Charles St, Bethesda, MD

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This home is located at 5514 Charles St, Bethesda, MD 20814 and is currently priced at $980,000, approximately $389 per square foot. This property was built in 1969. 5514 Charles St is a home located in Montgomery County with nearby schools including Wyngate Elementary School, North Bethesda Middle School, and Walter Johnson High School.

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