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Property Description
The buyer got cold feet, and we are back on the Market. This impressive Colonial, featuring a charming Victorian elevation, welcomes you with a covered front porch, a two-car garage, and outstanding curb appeal. With over 3,500 square feet of finished living space, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers a spacious and flexible floor plan ideal for modern living. Step into a dramatic two-story foyer flanked by formal living and dining rooms-perfect for entertaining. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, a center island, and a convenient mudroom with access from the garage. A well-placed powder room adds functionality, while the adjacent family room features a cozy gas fireplace and custom built-in bookcases. A stunning sunroom addition at the rear of the home provides year-round enjoyment, thanks to its dedicated mini-split heating and cooling system. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a spacious primary suite with a private bath and ample closet space. The finished lower level adds exceptional versatility with a large recreation room, a third full bath, a laundry area, and a full in-law kitchen-ideal for multi-generational living or extended guest stays. Fresh updates are underway, including newly painted rooms and new carpet on the staircase and upper level, making this home truly move-in ready.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 11718 Backus Dr
General
- Sold For: $600,000
- HOA FEE: $81/month
- Taxes: $7,945 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: MDPG2159064
- Added to Site: 169 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Recreation Room, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
- Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Table Space, Dining Area, 2nd Kitchen, Built-Ins, Window Treatments, Primary Bath(s), Wood Floors, WhirlPool/HotTub, Floor Plan - Traditional, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood, Wood
- Appliances: Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Humidifier, Icemaker, Instant Hot Water, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet, Laminated
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
- Primary Bathroom: Primary Bathroom - F, Upper 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 4
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Flooring - Carpet, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Upper 1
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom 2 - Flooring - Carpet, Upper 1
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom 3 - Flooring - Carpet, Upper 1
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom 4 - Flooring - Carpet, Upper 1
Other Rooms
- Foyer/Entry: Foyer - Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Flooring - HardWood, Main
- Living Room: Living Room - Flooring - HardWood, Main
- Family Room: Family Room - Crown Molding, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - Laminated, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Flooring - Laminated, Main
- 2nd Kitchen: Kitchen - Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Lower 1
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Flooring - HardWood, Main
- Breakfast Room: Breakfast Room - Flooring - Laminated, Main
- Sun Room: Yes
- Sun Room/Solarium: Sun/Florida Room - Flooring - Laminate Plank, Main
- Laundry: Basement, Lower 1
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Basketball Courts, Common Grounds, Pool - Outdoor, Tot Lots/Playground
- Shared Pool: Yes
- Pool: Yes
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Secure Storage
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Porch(es)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
- Parking Type: Off Street, Attached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Garage Door Opener
Location
- County: Prince Georges
- Development Name: Springfield Manor
- Subdivision: Springfield Manor
- Driving Directions: Rt 564 (Lanham-Severn Road) to Driscoll Drive - Left on Backus to 11718.
School Information
- School District: Prince George's County Public Schools
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: SPRINGFIELD MANOR HOA
- Assoc. Fees Include: Common Area Maintenance, Pool(s)
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split, Zoned
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Zoned
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable TV Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Colonial, Victorian
- Architectural Style: Colonial, Victorian
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Connecting Stairway, Full, Fully Finished, Heated, Improved, Sump Pump
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Walls/Ceilings: Cathedral Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings
- Windows: Double Pane
- Doors: Six Panel, Sliding Glass
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 3,652
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 3,652 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1990
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Excellent
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed
Lot Features
- Property View: Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.3
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 13,263
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Landscaping, Interior, Private, Rear Yard
- Zoning: RR
- Lot Description: Backs to Trees, Landscaping, Interior, Private, Rear Yard
- Fencing (Description): Partially
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $253.65
- Association Fee: $81
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Assessment Year: 2025
- County Tax: $5,946
- County Tax Freq: Semi-Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $576,300
- Tax Amount: $7,945
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2464
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Section: 2
- Lot Number: 39
Listed by RE/MAX Leading Edge, Kyle F McCarthy and RE/MAX Leading Edge, Patrick J McCarthy
Sold by VYBE Realty, Marc D Stallings
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Schools
Schools serving 11718 Backus Dr
School District:Prince George's County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Rockledge Elementary School, Bowie, MD 7701 Laurel - Bowie Road, Bowie, MD 20715 | PK-5 | 2.5 mi |
Samuel Ogle Middle School 4111 Chelmont Lane, Bowie, MD 20715 | 6-8 | 3.4 mi |
Bowie High School 15200 Annapolis Road, Bowie, MD 20715 | 9-12 | 3.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 11718 Backus Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/14/2025
Sold
$600,000
-4%
MLS
9/10/2025
Price Reduced
$625,000
-1.57%
MLS
8/16/2025
Price Reduced
$635,000
-2.31%
MLS
7/31/2025
Listed
$650,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
11718 Backus Drive, Bowie, MD 20720 (MLS# MDPG2159064) is a Single Family property that was sold at $600,000 on October 14, 2025. Want to learn more about 11718 Backus Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Bowie? You can browse all Bowie real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

