Off Market Apr 2022 for $1.2M

$1,454,510

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $306/mo

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2,888

sq ft

5420 River Rd, Bethesda, MD 20816

About this home

Great LOCATION — Off RIVER ROAD with entrance on WESTBARD AVENUE!! 1.3 miles to the DC Line. Walt Whitman HS, Pyle MS and Wood Acres ES. Beautiful brick colonial. Move in ready, freshly painted, hardwood floors sanded and refinished. Kitchen boasts new granite countertops and new stainless-steel appliances, including a gas range. The main floor includes bedroom/office, powder room, welcoming great room/living room with a wood burning fireplace and spacious dining room leading into the kitchen. The family room off the kitchen could be used as an eat in, homework or gathering spot. Recessed lighting and new light fixtures throughout. The upper level includes a graciously sized landing area and 4 very large bedrooms, all with fresh hardwood floors and paint. A new hall bathroom with upscale tile on the floor and surrounding the shower/tub. The Primary Bedroom is large and includes 3 large closets and a dressing area, as well as a new shower/fixtures/tiles. Double hung windows add to the comfort of the home. The lower level, adjacent to the garage, has a large family room/recreation room including a second wood burning fireplace, and a half-bath. In the utility area a workshop has a separate entrance to the home. High end washer and dryer in the laundry area. Plenty of storage and a second refrigerator freezer. The HVAC was replaced in 2021.The location can not be beat. Walking Score 81! The prestigious Bethesda address is near the Friendship Heights Metro, Little Falls Library, The Capital Crescent Trail, C & O Canal/Potomac River with easy access to the Beltway, Downtown DC and Tysons Corner. The future Westbard Square Development project includes: Bike Paths, Green Parks, Shopping, and Restaurants. The newly refurbished Whole Foods is 2 Blocks away. ALL OFFERS DUE BY TUESDAY MAR 15 AT NOON

Single-familyProperty Type

1963Year Built

8,986 sq ftLot Size

$504Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Sue Tendall • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

•240-497-1700 (broker)

Listed by Lauren Hatten • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

•240-497-1700 (broker)

Bought with James Grant • Compass

•202-386-6330 (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #MDMC2040814

Redfin Estimate

$1,454,510

$209K since sold in April 2022$0 since August

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This home's estimate is 8.7% higher than the average sale price ($1.34M) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$1,325,000
A
5 beds3.5 baths1,950 sq ft
5509 Parkston Rd, Bethesda, MD 20816
SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$1,449,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,818 sq ft
5608 Newington Rd, Bethesda, MD 20816
SOLD NOV 10, 2025
$1,230,000
C
4 beds3 baths2,616 sq ft
5813 Ogden Ct, Bethesda, MD 20816
SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$1,700,000
D
5 beds4 baths3,744 sq ft
5625 Lamar, Bethesda, MD 20816
SOLD MAR 13, 2026
$985,000
E
4 beds3 baths2,098 sq ft
5807 Ogden Ct, Bethesda, MD 20816

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Market trends in 20816, MD

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.0%

0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$322 MoM

Avg. days on market

10d

3 days MoM

Recently sold homes

3 MoM

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$1,595,000
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3D WALKTHROUGH
$420,000
2 beds2 baths1,336 sq ft
5101 River Rd #1703, Bethesda, MD 20816
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COMING SOON
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EARLY ACCESS
$2,295,000
5 beds6 baths4,950 sq ft
5138 Massachusetts Ave, Bethesda, MD 20816
COMING SOON
$1,150,000
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4629 River Rd, Bethesda, MD 20816
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Sale history for 5420 River Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$11,338 (+10.8%)

2024

$10,231 (+10.2%)

$613,600 + $567,700

$1,181,300

2023

$9,285 (+15.5%)

2022

$8,036 (+0.9%)

2021

$7,967 (+100.8%)

$557,900 + $173,800

$731,700

2020

$3,967 (−55.2%)

$557,900 + $173,800

$731,700

2019

$8,852 (+0.4%)

$557,900 + $173,800

$731,700

2018

$8,821 (−1.5%)

2017

$8,957 (+10.9%)

2015

$8,079 (+17.4%)

2014

$6,881 (−10.0%)

$442,800 + $263,800

$706,600

2013

$7,648 (+4.5%)

2012

$7,319 (+2.9%)

2011

$7,116

2010

$7,116 (+41.8%)

2009

$5,019

Tax history for 5420 River Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$11,338 (+10.8%)

2024

$10,231 (+10.2%)

$613,600 + $567,700

$1,181,300

2023

$9,285 (+15.5%)

2022

$8,036 (+0.9%)

2021

$7,967 (+100.8%)

$557,900 + $173,800

$731,700

2020

$3,967 (−55.2%)

$557,900 + $173,800

$731,700

2019

$8,852 (+0.4%)

$557,900 + $173,800

$731,700

2018

$8,821 (−1.5%)

2017

$8,957 (+10.9%)

2015

$8,079 (+17.4%)

2014

$6,881 (−10.0%)

$442,800 + $263,800

$706,600

2013

$7,648 (+4.5%)

2012

$7,319 (+2.9%)

2011

$7,116

2010

$7,116 (+41.8%)

2009

$5,019

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

—

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,986 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,888

Year built

1963

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Montgomery County

APN

07 00663105

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.

R-60

Residential - 60 Zone

The intent of the R-60 zone is to provide designated areas of the County for moderate density residential uses. The predominant use is residential in a detached house. A limited number of other building types may be allowed under the optional method of development.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Agriculture-Other
Assembly / meeting place
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure-Other
Public service
Transportation-Other
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Basement Garage, Built In, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 5
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Concrete Driveway
Attached Garage, Driveway

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Range, Built-In Microwave, Commercial Range, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer - Electric, Dryer - Front Loading, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Stove, Washer, Water Heater
Door Features: Storm
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Laminated
Not Furnished
Interior Features: Attic, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Island, Master Bedroom - Bay Front, Master Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors, Other
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: Dry Wall

Room Information
# of Rooms: 16
Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Storage Room, Workshop, Half Bath
Laundry Type: Lower Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Mantel(s), Other

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
English, Connecting Stairway, Daylight, Full, Garage Access, Heated, Outside Entrance, Partially Finished, Poured Concrete, Rear Entrance, Walkout Level, Walkout Stairs, Windows, Workshop, Other
Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
Basement Finished Percent: 50.00

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1144
# of Floors In Unit: 3
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $173,800
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
# of Levels (Total): 3
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Block
Main Entrance Orientation: South
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Double Hung, Vinyl Clad
Other Structures: Shed
Building Winterized

Exterior Information
Chimney Cap(s), Gutter System, Sidewalks, Stone Retaining Walls, Other
Fencing: Partially

Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner, Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard, Trees/Wooded
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $557,900

Above Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 0
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,288
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 544
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 600
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
County Tax: $8,067
Tax Assessed Value: $731,700
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $8,659

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022

Lease Information
Lease Considered: No

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Natural Gas Available, Electric Available, Cable TV, Phone, Propane, Sewer Available, Water Available
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
Elementary School: WOOD ACRES
Middle Or Junior School: PYLE
High School: WALT WHITMAN
School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: Westbard Ave
Directions: 495 to River Road right onto Westbard , house immediately on the right. DC Line River Road left onto Westbard, house on left
Entry Floor Number: 2
Location Type: Corner Lot/Unit
Road Responsibility: City/County
Road Surface Type: Access - On Grade, Black Top, Concrete
Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,888
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,986 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1963
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 07 00663105

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026

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Schools

Wood Acres Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

10/10

Thomas W. Pyle Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi

10/10

Walt Whitman High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi

9/10

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 105° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

20% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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$1.38M – $1.67M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5508 Dorset Ave, Chevy Chase, MD - Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 2787 Sq. Ft.	$1,980,830
5818 Hillburne Way, Chevy Chase, MD 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4639 Sq. Ft.	$3,045,988

Address	Redfin Estimate
5504 Dorset Ave, Chevy Chase, MD - Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4076 Sq. Ft.	$2,027,312
5500 Dorset Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3313 Sq. Ft.	$2,057,689

Address	Redfin Estimate
5810 Hillburne Way, Chevy Chase, MD 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3650 Sq. Ft.	$1,816,295
5800 Hillburne Way, Chevy Chase, MD 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 1818 Sq. Ft.	$1,378,437

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