
726 Maplewood Ave Takoma Park, MD 20912
Highlights
- Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
- Open Floorplan
- Recreation Room
- Montgomery Blair High School Rated A+
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of August 2024Welcome to 726 Maplewood Avenue, a cherished Dutch Colonial home on a lush corner lot in Takoma Park. This lovingly updated residence offers a perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience across three finished levels.
As you enter, you'll be greeted by a gracious foyer with newly refinished wood flooring, setting the tone for the warmth and elegance found throughout the home. The sun-filled kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring granite countertops and backsplash, a center island, 5-burner gas cooking, stainless steel appliances, a Bosch dishwasher, handsome cabinetry, and a pantry. Opening onto the family room and the picturesque side porch, there’s a seamless flow for indoor-outdoor living. The adjoining light-filled family room boasts recessed lighting and crown molding, providing a perfect space for relaxation or entertainment. The spacious living room has a wood-burning fireplace, two restored original pendant lights, and two sets of French doors leading to the delightful sunroom. Adorned with a ceiling medallion and grass-cloth wallpaper, the sunroom provides versatile living space and access to the side patio and yard. Completing the main level is a full bathroom with a tub.
Upstairs, there are three generous bedrooms and two updated full bathrooms, including a large primary bedroom suite with a sitting room, ample closet space, and a renovated bathroom featuring a double vanity and pebble-stone flooring. The upper level also features a charming landing nook or office space with built-in cabinetry.
The finished basement provides additional living space with a huge recreation room with display shelving and overhead lighting, a guest room / fourth bedroom with a walk-in closet, a full bathroom, and a laundry / storage room.
Outside, the lush corner lot is sheltered by an established garden, providing privacy and serenity. The gorgeous yard is landscaped with blooming Dogwoods, Climbing French Hydrangeas, a Weeping Cherry tree, stunning Red Maples, and flowering plants. The fenced yard boasts an enchanting side porch with a tongue-and-groove ceiling, an expansive slate patio, a parking surface, and ample space to enjoy the outdoors. You can enjoy soccer games from the level veranda!
This truly remarkable home offers a peaceful retreat while being just moments from all the vibrant amenities of Takoma Park. This home’s location combines the best of urban accessibility with access to nature. Situated just steps to the Sligo Creek’s bike and walking trails, parks, and playgrounds, the new Koma café, forthcoming Purple Line, and readily accessible to the Red Line metro. The home is in close proximity to downtown Takoma Park and downtown Silver Spring and all the amenities these locations offer, including restaurants, coffee shops, farmers markets, gyms, and live music venues.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,303
Year Built
- Built in 1923
Lot Details
- 8,888 Sq Ft Lot
- Partially Fenced Property
- Wood Fence
- Property is in excellent condition
- Property is zoned R60
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Dutch Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Frame Construction
Interior Spaces
- Property has 3 Levels
- Open Floorplan
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Brick Fireplace
- Replacement Windows
- Casement Windows
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Sitting Room
- Living Room
- Den
- Recreation Room
- Sun or Florida Room
Kitchen
- Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Upgraded Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Walk-Up Access
- Connecting Stairway
- Laundry in Basement
- Basement Windows
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Porch
Schools
- Takoma Park Elementary And Middle School
- Montgomery Blair High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heat Pump System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Takoma Park Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 4
- Assessor Parcel Number 161301064132
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
08/21/2024 08/21/24 | Sold | $880,000 | -1.7% | $374 / Sq Ft |
07/30/2024 07/30/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
07/26/2024 07/26/24 | Price Changed | $895,000 | 0.0% | $381 / Sq Ft |
07/26/2024 07/26/24 | For Sale | $895,000 | -5.8% | $381 / Sq Ft |
07/23/2024 07/23/24 | Off Market | $950,000 | -- | -- |
06/28/2024 06/28/24 | Price Changed | $950,000 | -4.5% | $404 / Sq Ft |
05/31/2024 05/31/24 | Price Changed | $995,000 | -9.1% | $423 / Sq Ft |
05/09/2024 05/09/24 | For Sale | $1,095,000 | -- | $466 / Sq Ft |
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 | $12,843 | $743,300 | $354,100 | $389,200 |
2023 | $11,611 | $711,700 | $0 | $0 |
2022 | $10,674 | $680,100 | $0 | $0 |
2021 | $9,588 | $648,500 | $354,100 | $294,400 |
2020 | $9,588 | $618,233 | $0 | $0 |
2019 | $9,078 | $587,967 | $0 | $0 |
2018 | $8,537 | $557,700 | $354,100 | $203,600 |
2017 | $8,063 | $525,700 | $0 | $0 |
2016 | -- | $493,700 | $0 | $0 |
2015 | $7,086 | $461,700 | $0 | $0 |
2014 | $7,086 | $461,700 | $0 | $0 |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $704,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $35,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $60,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
Previous Owner | $414,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
Previous Owner | $75,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $350,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
Previous Owner | $350,000 | Stand Alone Second |
Deed History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Deed | $880,000 | Westcor Land Title Insurance C | |
Deed | $290,000 | -- |
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