Welcome to 5813 Ipswich Rd, a 2011 Douglas Construction Craftsman offering more than 5,500 SF of bright, open living space on three levels, set on nearly a quarter-acre lot in Alta Vista Gardens. Since 2022, the home has been extensively updated with more than $220,000 in improvements. The main level centers on a fully renovated kitchen. Walls, columns, and a bulkhead were removed to open the kitchen to the butler's pantry and family room. The kitchen now features new maple and walnut cabinetry, honed Carrara marble counters and backsplash, an expanded island, brass hardware, open shelving with under-cabinet lighting, a pot filler, and a full JennAir appliance suite with a Wolf hood under a 60-inch hood surround. New casement windows are topped with Serena & Lily brass sconces. XL sliding doors lead to a large screened porch with vaulted ceilings and built-in heat lamps overlooking the private yard, plus an open-air deck for grilling. The main level also includes a living room, a dining room with a Visual Comfort chandelier, a family room with built-ins and a gas fireplace, a walk-in pantry, a private office, and a mudroom with cubbies off the two-car garage, which is equipped with a 220V line for EV charging. Upstairs, you'll find a lounge, a primary suite with two walk-in closets and a spacious bath, two bedrooms sharing a Jack & Jill bath, and a third en-suite bedroom. There is also a dedicate laundry room with storage. The red oak floors and stairs throughout the upper levels have been refinished, and every room in the house has been freshly painted. The lower level offers a large recreation room with lots of natural light and luxury vinyl flooring throughout. There are two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and ample storage. The lower level walks out to a patio and a large fenced backyard with a Cherry Blossom tree and a custom mini sports field. Behind the scenes, the home has new HVAC serving the main and lower levels and a battery backup for the sump pump. Outside, the Hardie plank siding and trim have been repainted, the front porch has new square columns, the front door has Emtek brass hardware and a Yale smart lock, and new motion-sensor sconces light the exterior. The location puts daily needs and recreation close at hand. Wildwood Shopping Center and Fleming Park are nearby, as are the Bethesda Trolley Trail and the trails of Rock Creek Park. NIH, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Suburban Hospital, and Rochambeau French International School are all within easy reach, with convenient access to 495, 270, downtown Bethesda, and Pike & Rose.
Lone Oak, located between Old Georgetown Road and Rockville Pike, is a residential and commuter-friendly Bethesda neighborhood with leafy side streets and a low-rise, garden-style feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Old Georgetown Rd–Democracy Blvd corridor, where coffee counters, independent eateries, and everyday errands cluster in a steady daytime hum. Brick colonials and mid-century splits sit alongside condo buildings, giving the streetscape a layered, lived-in look. Cabin John Regional Park’s trails and picnic clearings shape the outdoor rhythm nearby. For culture and a late-night bite, Bethesda Row’s Landmark Bethesda Row Cinema and the live stages at Round House Theatre set the tone. Local staples like Black’s Bar & Kitchen and Bethesda Bagels anchor the food scene without feeling generic.
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Market insights
5813 Ipswich Rd · $1,995,000
DAYS ON MARKET
20 days
The average home goes pending in 43 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.1%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,995,000
Median sale price in this area is $793,359. (60% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
25% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Open floor plan
Dining area
Fireplace with glass doors and mantel
Finished walkout basement with rear entrance and connecting stairway
9-foot-plus, cathedral, tray, and vaulted ceilings
Drywall and paneled walls
Heated spa
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms: 4 on the upper level and 2 on the lower level
Bathrooms
4 full bathrooms: 3 on the upper level and 1 on the lower level
1 half bathroom on the main level
Kitchen
Gourmet kitchen with island, table space, and upgraded countertops
Cooktop, double oven, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, disposal, and icemaker
Laundry & utility
Upper-floor laundry
Washer and dryer
Flooring
Hardwood floors
Heating & cooling
90% forced-air heating with natural gas
Central air conditioning and ceiling fans
Programmable thermostat
Exterior features
Landscaping and level rear yard
Sport court
Stone retaining walls, sidewalks, and exterior lighting
Rear wood fence
Deck, patio, and porch
Home design
Detached home
Parking
Attached two-car garage with garage door opener
Concrete driveway
Construction
Concrete, frame, and HardiPlank construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Architectural shingle roof
Energy-efficient, ENERGY STAR-qualified casement windows with Low-E glass and screens
Major renovation in 2024
Utilities
Public water and sewer
Natural gas hot water
200+ amp electrical service and 220-volt outlets
Electricity and solar
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Welcome to 5813 Ipswich Rd, a fabulous 2011 Douglas Construction, Craftsman style residence. Spacious and open floor plan, bright and sunny, featuring more than 5,500 SF of living space on three levels, nestled on nearly a quarter acre lot in Alta Vista Gardens of Bethesda. Main level of the home includes a living room, dining room, family room with built-ins and gas fireplace, open table-space updated kitchen with island, a butlers-pantry and a spacious walk-in pantry. Family room and kitchen open to a surprisingly large and fabulous screened deck with vaulted ceilings and built-in heat-lamps, overlooking the private yard, as well as an open-sky deck perfect for grilling & entertaining. Also on the main level, a private den/home-office and a spacious mudroom with cubbies right off the two car garage. Upper level features a family lounge, luxury premier-suite with two walk-ins and a spacious bathroom. Also two bedrooms with Jack & Jill bathroom and an en-suite guest bedroom. Lower level offers a large open rec-room, a home gym, a second guest suite, and plenty of storage. Direct access (walkout) to yet another great patio and access to a large private and fenced backyard which features a gorgeous Cherry Blossom tree and a custom-built mini sports playfield! Convenient access to 495, 270, Bethesda, and Pike & Rose. Simply a GREAT place to call home!
Public Records
Jul 30, 2018
Sold
$1,445,000
$283/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1001359770
Jun 29, 2018
Sold
$1,445,000
$283/sq ft
Jun 6, 2018
Pending
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May 30, 2018
Relisted
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May 29, 2018
Listing Removed
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May 17, 2018
Listed
$1,445,000
$283/sq ft
Amazing 5 bed, 4.5 bath, Arts & Crafts Colonial. Featuring: Eat-in gourmet Kitchen w/ Center Island, Granite Counters & Stainless Appliances; Large Family Room with Fireplace, 1st floor Library, Mud Room w/ built-ins, Master Suite w/ dual walk-in closets, Master Bath w/ separate shower & tub, 2nd floor Study, 2-car Garage, Walk-out finished Lower Level, Hardwood Floors, Deck & much More!!
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
Oct 23, 2017 • Final
Building residential
Addition
Oct 23, 2017 • Final
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.
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 104° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
16% 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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Historical weather
Bethesda, MD • 20814
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 5813 Ipswich Rd
$1,957,020
$38K under list price of $2.00M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.3M to $1.8M.