OPEN HOUSE 11/25 from 11am-1pm Set in the sought-after Woodside Park neighborhood, this beautifully renovated traditional home pairs the warmth of a quiet residential setting with the convenience of downtown Silver Spring just moments away. Renovated in 2018, including the kitchen, the home offers an open floor plan, hardwood floors throughout, and a contemporary staircase that makes a striking first impression. The gourmet kitchen features stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, while five bedrooms and five full bathrooms offer flexibility for a range of lifestyles. Two bedrooms and two full bathrooms are located on the main level, providing a convenient option for guests or multigenerational living. Two fireplaces add warmth and character, while the fully finished basement features a recreation area ideal for relaxing or entertaining, along with a separate unfinished utility room. Set on a corner lot, the home enjoys a spacious front and backyard, plus a lovely deck for outdoor gatherings. Side parking accommodates two cars. From this peaceful neighborhood, you’re just steps from Metro, restaurants, Starbucks, a theater, gyms, and banks—with Washington, D. C. , and the Beltway only minutes away. A rare combination of space, comfort, and exceptional access, this Woodside Park home is ready to welcome its next chapter.
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
8,197 sq ftLot Size
$346Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Shalamar Muhammad• TTR Sotheby's International Realty
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Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Woodlin Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
8/10
Sligo Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
7/10
Albert Einstein High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi
5/10
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About Woodside
Park
Woodside Park, located between Downtown Silver Spring and the Woodside Forest area, is a residential and park-adjacent Silver Spring neighborhood with leafy streets and early-20th-century architecture. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Georgia Ave & Seminary Rd corridor, where storefronts, sidewalks, and steady foot traffic set a town-center cadence. Brick Colonials and Craftsman-influenced homes line curving blocks that slope toward Sligo Creek’s greenway. Sligo Creek Trail frames daily routines with long, shaded runs and bike commutes. Community touchstones include AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center, Quarry House Tavern, and the Fillmore Silver Spring, all closely tied to local nights out. The setting balances quiet blocks with a short walk to Silver Spring’s arts-and-dining grid.
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Offer insights
1216 Ballard St · $1,200,000
$1.21M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.21M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
14 days
The average home goes pending in 45 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.1%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Traditional floor plan
Combination kitchen and dining area
Kitchen island
9-foot-plus ceilings
Drywall
Two brick and wood-burning fireplaces
Finished basement with outside entrance
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms: 2 on the main level and 3 on the upper level
Bathrooms
5 full bathrooms: 2 on the main level, 2 on the upper level, and 1 on the lower level
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Disposal
Gas oven/range
Refrigerator
Stove
Exhaust fan
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Laundry in the basement/lower level
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating & cooling
Central heating with natural gas
Central air conditioning with electric cooling
Exterior features
Corner lot
Home design
Detached home
Level main entry
Parking
Off-street parking
Asphalt and paved driveway
Construction
Brick and combination construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Renovated/remodeled in 2018
Insulated windows with screens and bay/bow windows
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Natural gas hot water
HOA & community
Pets allowed with no restrictions
Electricity and solar
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RELISTED AT NEW PRICE! Deceiving from the outside-Bright, spacious remodeled home - walking distance to downtown Silver Spring shops, dining and metro. Kitchen and family room addition, 2 master bedroom suites, renovated baths, large living room and lower level recreation room, 2 fireplaces, wood floors and recessed lighting throughout. Corner lot w/ private deck & 2 car parking.
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
Jun 16, 2022 • Final
Building residential
New construction
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.
Local insights from Redfin agents
Downtown Silver Spring, MD, is known for its vibrant mix of shopping, dining, and entertainment options, including venues like The Fillmore and the AFI Silver Theatre. It also features a walkable urban center with Metro, events, festivals, and a...
People not familiar with the area often call it Silver Springs. The downtown area is an urban core on the border of DC with tremendous access to transportation, shopping, restaurants & various types of housing but the geographic area of Silver Spring...
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
17% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Silver Spring, MD • 20910
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Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Silver Spring. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 1216 Ballard St
$1,195,995
$4,005 under list price of $1.20M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $975K to $1.4M.