Colonial Charm Meets Modern Living in Bethesda! Welcome to 5905 Gloster Road—a beautifully expanded and thoughtfully updated home where timeless character meets sophisticated design. Every detail has been carefully curated for comfort, function, and style. Step into the inviting living room, complete with a gas fireplace. Adjacent is the private home office with cabinetry, offering a quiet and stylish space to work from home. The elegant formal dining room features glass French doors and custom wallcoverings. The sun-filled family room addition and informal dining banquette connect seamlessly with the large kitchen—outfitted with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a double oven, and a 4-burner gas cooktop—creating the perfect space for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, the primary suite is a serene retreat, featuring three closets and a marble-tiled en suite bath. Two additional bedrooms share a beautifully updated hall bath with tub. Plantation shutters and designer window treatments add polish throughout. The fully finished lower level offers a spacious recreation room, a Pinterest-worthy laundry area with ample storage and extra refrigerator, and a convenient half-bath. A custom sound system enhances the experience throughout the home and the outdoor entertaining areas. An EV charger is located at the top of the driveway. Step outside to an expansive hardscaped patio ideal for dining al fresco, surrounded by manicured landscaping and a fully fenced yard; this is the perfect setting for play and entertaining. Ideally located just around the corner from Wood Acres Park and Wood Acres Elementary School, and within the desirable Wood Acres, Pyle, and Whitman school district. Enjoy proximity to the Capital Crescent Trail, local shops, and an easy commute to DC via Massachusetts Avenue.
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
8,321 sq ftLot Size
$645Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Anne-Marie Finnell• TTR Sotheby's International Realty
OFFER DEADLINE TUESDAY 2/25/2020 AT 5PM. Nantucket charm in Bethesda! Make 5905 Gloster Road your new home! Expanded and updated with exceptional style and no detail overlooked. Enter into the cozy living room with instant-on gas fireplace. The formal dining room is something to behold, with true divided light pocket doors and custom wall coverings, it opens to the family room addition. Flooded with light, the newly renovated chef's kitchen boasts granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, double oven and 4 burner gas cooktop. Kitchen opens to the informal banquette dining area and family room, perfect for entertaining. Surround sound system throughout the home and outdoor entertaining space. Don't miss the custom cabinetry in the private office space. Upstairs master suite with designer touches throughout - custom closets and marble tiled master bathroom. Renovated hall bathroom serves the two additional bedrooms. Plantation shutters and custom window coverings throughout the home convey. The finished basement features a spacious recreation room, half bath, Pinterest worthy laundry with storage, wine refrigerator, and more! Dine on the expansive slate patio, enjoy the fully fenced backyard. Manicured landscaping with extensive hardscape on large private lot. The park and Wood Acres Elementary School are just around the corner. Wood Acres, Pyle and Whitman School District. Close to shopping, Capital Crescent Trail and a quick drive down Massachusetts Ave to DC!
*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
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,321 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,370
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
07 00568907
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 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
Oct 3, 2003 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Oct 3, 2003 • Final
Building residential
Addition
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.
Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Stone Retaining Walls
Fencing: Rear, Wood
Lot Information
Lot Features: Rear Yard
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $672,600
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,820
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 220
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 500
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $12,881
Tax Assessed Value: $1,229,500
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $13,612
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Central
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
In City Limits
Directions: From River Road heading north, turn left on Ogden Road, right on Wiltshire Drive, Left on Welborn Drive, and right on Gloster to 5905.
Location Type: Suburban
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,370
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,321 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 07 00568907
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Wood Acres Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
10/10
Thomas W. Pyle Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
10/10
Walt Whitman High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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