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637 RITCHIE AVENUE, Silver Spring, MD 20910
$849,000 Asking Price
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4
beds
2
baths
2,152
sqft
Built in
1913
“Discover the potential of this charming 1913 farmhouse, awaiting your personal touches to bring it back to life, perfectly situated between the vibrant downtowns of Silver Spring and Takoma Park.” This 4 bedroom 2 bath farmhouse, features a charming wrap-around covered front porch. The perfect place to enjoy evening sunsets. This home is nestled on a rare, flat 15,549 sq ft lot. Ideally located in the Blair neighborhood, The home retains its early 1900s charm, complemented by a beautiful sunroom addition at the back, This room acts as the heart of the home. Inside, you’ll find a large dining room open to the kitchen, a main floor bedroom, with attached office at the front of the home and a separate laundry room on the main level. There are three additional bedrooms upstairs, along with two full baths—one upstairs and one conveniently located off the kitchen. With no HOA, this home is ready for your personal touches. Bring your contractors and builders, but please note the home is being sold strictly “as-is.” This area has a rich architectural heritage and a strong sense of community, making it a desirable place to live. Living in the Blair neighborhood means you’re just minutes away from the vibrant downtown areas of Silver Spring and Takoma Park. Enjoy a variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment options, as well as parks, community centers, and excellent schools. Public transportation options are plentiful, with easy access to 2 Metro stations and bus routes, making commuting a breeze. The basement offers a fantastic opportunity to create a wine cellar. Owned solar panels on the roof provide energy efficiency. The back garden is a perfect Zen retreat, featuring a large deck, a koi pond, and planter boxes. Two sheds—one by the driveway and one in the rear of the yard—offer ample storage space.This location offers the perfect blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience. Welcome Home!
Features & Amenities
Interior
- General:
- Entry Level Bedroom,Dining Area,Ceiling Fan(s),Built-Ins,Kitchen - Eat-In,Wood Floors
- Appliances:
- Dishwasher,Microwave,Oven/Range - Gas
- Laundry:
- Main Floor,Dryer In Unit,Washer In Unit
- Basement:
- Connecting Stairway,Interior Access,Unfinished,Walkout Stairs
- Flooring:
- Hardwood
- A/C:
- Central A/C,Solar On Grid,Window Unit(s)
- Heating:
- Y, 90% Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Disability Feature:
- None
Exterior
- General:
- Above Grade,Below Grade
- Style:
- Farmhouse/National Folk
Construction
- Roofing:
- Asphalt
- General:
- Frame, 2, Brick/Mortar,Block
Location
- Originating MLS:
- BRIGHT_MAIN
- School District:
- MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- County:
- MONTGOMERY
Lot
- Zoning:
- R60, 161300987194
- Fencing:
- Fully
Utilities
- Water:
- Public
- Sewer:
- Public Sewer
Financial
- Source:
- BRIGHT_MAIN
This listing courtesy of:
Coldwell Banker Realty, Marlene J Aisenberg
Monthly Payment
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Property taxes are generally around 1.2% of the home’s value, but may vary based on location.
Annual homeowners insurance is typically 0.35% of the home’s value but can vary based on insurer.
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About Silver Spring, MD
Housing
- Number of Units
- 117,362
- Median Home Value
- $434,994
- Median Rent
- $1,599
44.06% of housing units are renter occupied.
4.44% are vacant.
Commute
- Car
-
54.69%
- Public Transportation
-
13.64%
- Walk to Work
-
1.39%
- Work from Home
-
29.15%
- Other
-
0.81%
The median travel time to work is 27 minutes.
People
- Population
- 299,671
- Median Age
- 38.80
- Median Household Size
- 2.91
Education
- High School
-
17.25%
- Associate’s Degree
-
5.57%
- Bachelor’s Degree
-
24.02%
- Graduate Degree
-
25.52%
Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.
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