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$725,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 1,800 Sq. Ft.
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Welcome to 517 Ethan Allen Avenue, a beautifully updated brick Cape in the heart of Takoma Park. Originally constructed around 1940, the home artfully blends period character with contemporary upgrades and boasts a wealth of architectural details, including wood floors, recessed lighting, charming dormers, and updated bathrooms and kitchen. Step inside through the covered entry and discover the spacious living room with recessed lighting, a fireplace, and access to the covered side porch. The generous dining room seamlessly opens to the renovated kitchen, featuring granite counters, handsome cabinetry, gas cooking, stainless steel appliances, and convenient access to the deck, backyard, and driveway. Completing the main level is an updated powder room, providing added convenience for guests, and a main level bedroom with custom-built ins. Upstairs, the second level is comprised of two bright bedrooms with dormers and a renovated full bathroom with a glass barn door. Downstairs, the lower level offers a versatile family room, a dual entry full bathroom, and a large storage room with laundry facilities. Outside, enjoy the inviting side porch, the fenced yard, and the convenient long driveway with parking for two cars. Nestled in the lush South of Sligo neighborhood, just steps to parks, playgrounds, shops, restaurants, and transit. Enjoy living in eclectic Takoma Park this location offers both charm and convenience, just minutes from the Red Line Metro station. Takoma Park has a warm sense of community and is also convenient to vibrant downtown Silver Spring.

Full Property Details for 517 Ethan Allen Ave

General

  • Sold For: $725,000
  • Taxes: $7,792 (2025)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
  • MLS ID: MDMC2232484
  • Added to Site: 62 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Storage Room, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Interior Features: Built-Ins, Carpet, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Mantel(s)
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Floor Baths: 1
  • Upper - Full Baths: 1
  • Main Floor Baths: 1
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Lower Floor Baths: 1
  • Lower - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms Upper: 2
  • Bedrooms Main & Up: 1

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Lower Floor

Exterior

  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch(es), Deck(s), Screened

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Type: Off Street, Driveway

Location

  • Municipality: City of Takoma Park
  • County: MONTGOMERY
  • Subdivision: TAKOMA PARK
  • Cross Streets: Elm Ave - home really faces on to Elm
  • Driving Directions: CORNER OF ELM & ETHAN ALLEN
  • City Limits: Yes

School Information

  • School District: Montgomery County Public Schools
  • Elementary School: Takoma Park
  • Middle School: Takoma Park
  • High School: Montgomery Blair

Community

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Construction: Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Entrance: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Connecting Stairway, Daylight, Partial, Outside Entrance, Walkout Stairs, Windows
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Square Feet: 1,800
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 1,430 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,080 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Below Grnd: 350 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Property Condition: Excellent

Unit Information

Unit 1

  • Bathrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,400
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Zoning: R60
  • Fencing (Description): Partially

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $625
  • Assessment Year: 2026
  • City/TownTax: $2,468
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • County Tax: $5,146
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $462,767
  • Tax Amount: $7,792
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Terms: Standard Sale
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1430

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 32

Listed by Perennial Real Estate, Daniel F Metcalf
Sold by Perennial Real Estate, Marci Wasserman

Listing agent

— 517 Ethan Allen Ave —

  • Daniel F Metcalf

    Perennial Real Estate

Listing Office Email: will.wiard@sideinc.com

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Schools serving 517 Ethan Allen Ave

School District:Montgomery County Public Schools, Gaithersburg, MD
NameGradesDistance
Piney Branch Elementary School, Takoma Park, MD
7510 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912
3-50.8 mi
Takoma Park Elementary School
7511 Holly Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912
PK-20.9 mi
Takoma Park Middle School
7611 Piney Branch Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20910
6-81.1 mi
Montgomery Blair High School
51 University Boulevard East, Silver Spring, MD 20901
9-123 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 517 Ethan Allen Ave

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/25/2026
Sold
$725,000
7.41%
MLS
6/04/2026
Listed
$675,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by Perennial Real Estate, Daniel F Metcalf
Sold by Perennial Real Estate, Marci Wasserman

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517 Ethan Allen Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912 (MLS# MDMC2232484) is a Single Family property that was sold at $725,000 on June 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 517 Ethan Allen Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Takoma Park? You can browse all Takoma Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.