Absolute Perfection in Greenwich Forest! Welcome to 5506 Charlcote Road, a distinguished residence nestled in the highly coveted Greenwich Forest neighborhood of Bethesda. This enchanting cottage-style home expanded in 2016, offers over 3,000 square feet of refined living space, featuring 4 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. Step inside to discover a home adorned with hardwood floors, charming architectural details, and an abundance of natural light. The main level offers a versatile bedroom with a full bath, perfect for guests or as a home office. The heart of the home is the stunning kitchen, bathed in natural light, featuring a beautiful blue backsplash, a large center island with a butcher block top, white cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. This culinary haven seamlessly flows into the breakfast room and family room, where a fireplace and built-ins create a cozy ambiance. The designated dining area accommodates gatherings with ease, while the delightful sunroom, with skylights and a wall of windows, offers a serene view of the deck and yard, perfect for enjoying the changing seasons. Practicality meets style with a large light filled mudroom equipped with built-in bench seating and storage along with a side door access complete the first floor. The upper level is a sanctuary, with a primary bedroom featuring two spacious walk-in closets and a luxurious primary bath with a soaking tub and walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms and two full baths complete this level. In addition, the second floor provides laundry with new LG washer/dryers. The lower level presents a cozy family room with a fireplace and built-ins, ideal for relaxation. Recent enhancements have elevated this home's allure, including a rear fire pit and patio added in 2020/2021, complemented by a new Anderson sliding glass door and rear kitchen windows. In 2024, the property will boast a new fence, stone walkway, tankless water heater, GE Café refrigerator, and custom Elfa closets in the master and secondary bedrooms. An electric car charger and fresh front landscaping further enhance the property's modern conveniences. This exquisite home is just minutes from downtown Bethesda, offering a vibrant array of dining and shopping options. With easy access to the Bethesda Metro station and located in Whitman High School cluster 5506 Charlcote Road is the perfect blend of elegance, comfort, and convenience.
Major addition and renovation in 2016 by Bethesda architect Mark Kramer. A charming expanded Cottage style home in sought-after Greenwich Forest. Main level of the home include a Living Room, Family Room with working fireplace and built-ins, and an open concept Dining Area. The heart of the home is a beautiful Island Kitchen and Breakfast Room, drenched with natural light from a picturesque window overlooking the back yard and deck. Top of the line SS appliances, butcher-block island top, great cabinets/pantry space, and a farmer sink are just a few of the features that make this area of the home so unique. Also on main level, a Guest Bedroom/Home Office and an adjacent full bath, an extra-large Mudroom with built-ins and cubbies, and a relaxing enclosed Sun-Room porch. Three bedrooms and three full baths on the upper level, including Owner's Suite addition with vaulted ceilings, his and hers closets, luxury bathroom with separate shower and a tub. Also on the upper level, a laundry room with storage and a sink.
BRIGHT MLS #1004662664
Jul 28, 2011
Sold
$812,500
$264/sq ft
Jun 9, 2011
Listing Removed
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Jun 9, 2011
Listed
$812,500
$264/sq ft
WONDERFUL 3BR/2.5+BA TUDOR IN GREENWICH FOREST. UPDATED KITCHEN, FORMAL LIVING ROOM, FAMILY ROOM, HOME OFFICE, RECREATION ROOM, PLUS ADDITIONAL SPACES. BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPED YARD AND OFF STREET PARKING.
*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
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,343 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,077
Year built
1942
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
07 00496053
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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
Dec 11, 2025 • Final
Mechanical
HVAC
Jul 9, 2025 • Active
Electrical
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 3
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
Interior Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Heater - Tankless, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Interior Features: Tub Shower, Stall Shower, Soaking Tub, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Master Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Laundry Type: Upper Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Other, Outside Entrance
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 862
Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
Improvement Assessed Value: $500,700
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2016
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Permanent
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Fencing: Fully
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $693,200
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,827
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 612
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 250
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $13,744
Tax Assessed Value: $1,193,900
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $14,475
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2024
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air, Central
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Instant Hot Water, Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: BRADLEY HILLS
Middle Or Junior School: THOMAS W. PYLE
High School: WALT WHITMAN
School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
Middle School Source: 3rd Party
High School Source: 3rd Party
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: from Huntington Pkwy to Moorland Ln to Charlcote Rd
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,077
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,343 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1942
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 07 00496053
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
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Schools
Bradley Hills Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Thomas W. Pyle Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
10/10
Walt Whitman High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
9/10
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