Quaint cape cod in desirable Kensington location with 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, updated kitchen with dry bar, 42" cabs, granite tops, SS appliances, updated baths. Master includes California closet system, cozy window seat, storage space. From kitchen, walk out to renovated covered porch with Ipe tongue and groove flooring, stain resistant PVC railings. Extensive landscaping, fully fenced private back yard with newer patio seating area, tool/storage shed. Updated lighting throughout. Most areas freshly painted. Finished family (Bonus) room in basement. Close access to Metro and MARC trains, Antique Row, shops, restaurants, parks. Video tour link https://reprophotos.com/onepage/listings/3526-nimitz-road-kensington-md/
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
6,723 sq ftLot Size
$463Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Linda Kelly• Nitro Realty
•888-444-9964 (broker)
•jyost@nitrorealy.com (broker)
Bought with Mrs. Kelly M S Balmer• The ONE Street Company
•202-775-4663 (broker)
Source:BRIGHT MLS #MDMC717108
Redfin Estimate
$778,001
$27K since sold in May 2024$8,000 since August
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Quaint cape cod in desirable Kensington location with 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, updated kitchen with dry bar, 42" cabs, granite tops, SS appliances, updated baths. Master includes California closet system, cozy window seat, storage space. From kitchen, walk out to renovated covered porch with Ipe tongue and groove flooring, stain resistant PVC railings. Extensive landscaping, fully fenced private back yard with newer patio seating area, tool/storage shed. Updated lighting throughout. Most areas freshly painted. Finished family (Bonus) room in basement. Close access to Metro and MARC trains, Antique Row, shops, restaurants, parks. Video tour link https://reprophotos.com/onepage/listings/3526-nimitz-road-kensington-md/
BRIGHT MLS #1002344969
Aug 12, 2015
Sold
$414,000
$246/sq ft
Lovely cape code w/ renovated kit including granite counters, 42" cabinets & stainless steel appliances, updated baths, extra large MSBR w/ 2 closets, fin rec rm and ample storage w/ rear exit to yard. HWH, CAC and roof less than 4 yrs old. Beautifully landscaped fenced yard. Wheaton metro 1.52 miles/4 min. by car, Marc Train (0.93mi) and Antique Row a 10 min walk.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
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
Sep 15, 2023 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Nov 21, 2012 • Final
Building residential
Remodel
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
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 420
Basement Finish: Finished
Basement Type: Finished
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Separate System
Heating Type: Hot Air
Exterior
Exterior Information
Building Construction Quality: Good
Exterior Wall: Frame
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: COOKS ADD
Living Sq. Ft: 1,680
Building Sq. Ft: 1,680
# of Stories: 1.5
Stories Type: 1 1/2 Story With Basement
Legal Description: COOKS ADD TO NORTH K ENSINGTON SEC 1
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 6,723
Legal Lot Number: 1
Legal Block Number: C
Acres: 0.1543
Zoning Code: R60
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY DETACH
State Use Description: RESIDENTIAL
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Public
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Tax District County: 13
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,680
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 6,723 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 13 01129364
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 18, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Rock View Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Newport Mill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Albert Einstein High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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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
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° 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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$740,000 – $895,000
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