This elegant 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom brick colonial is located in the highly desirable Indian Spring neighborhood with an attached garage. The home offers over 2,000 square feet on a fantastic corner lot that spans over 8,000 square feet, complete with a flat backyard. The main level features a primary bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, a walk-in closet, and a skylight, as well as a convenient washer and dryer. The large living room, with a gas fireplace and brick surround, leads to a spacious dining room adjacent to the kitchen. The kitchen has been recently modernized with quartz counters and stainless steel appliances. Other highlights include a main-level powder room and beautiful hardwood floors that add to the home's appeal. The upper level includes a spacious bathroom and three additional well-sized bedrooms. Conveniently located inside the Beltway, it is in close proximity to Sligo Creek Park and a quick drive to the METRO and MARC trains. Downtown Silver Spring's shopping amenities are within a mile.
A beautiful and stately 4 Bedroom and 2.5 Bath brick colonial in sought after Indian Spring. Lovingly cared for by the same owner for over 60 years. Over 2000 Square Feet of finished living area. and a fabulous corner lot, this 8,000 square foot, plus, lot has room to expand. Excellent curb appeal! All features have been well maintained and all major systems, i. e. , the roof, HVAC, windows, and appliances, are less than 10 years old. It has a main level Master Bedroom with en-suite bath and walk-in closet. The Master Bedroom also has a skylight and houses the main level washer and dryer. There is a rarely found, main level powder room. The upper level has an exceptionally large bath and three (3) additional good-sized bedrooms. Recent updates include upgrades of the kitchen with newer stainless appliances, new countertops, and flooring, baths, freshly painted, new light fixtures throughout, new carpet in lower level, newer roof, and HVAC, and Replaced windows. Beautiful and recently polished hardwood floors. Gas fireplace. Also, a rarely found, attached garage (with new door), and access to interior of the home. Ample driveway, garage, and street parking! Inside the Beltway, it is a short walk to Sligo Creek Park, and a short drive to the METRO and MARC Trains. Downtown Silver Spring shopping amenities within a mile. The Woodmoor shopping Center, the Beltway (I-495), routes to Downtown D. C. are all close by.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,747 (+9.4%)
2025
$7,084 (+14.2%)
2024
$6,200 (−8.6%)
2023
$6,784 (+18.3%)
$266,200 + $208,900
$475,100
2022
$5,734 (+2.6%)
2021
$5,586 (+3.7%)
2020
$5,389 (+935.0%)
$266,200 + $186,800
$453,000
2019
$521 (+13.9%)
2015
$457 (−88.5%)
$218,200 + $145,800
$364,000
2012
$3,966 (+840.2%)
2011
$422
2010
$422
Tax history for 201 Franklin Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,747 (+9.4%)
2025
$7,084 (+14.2%)
2024
$6,200 (−8.6%)
2023
$6,784 (+18.3%)
$266,200 + $208,900
$475,100
2022
$5,734 (+2.6%)
2021
$5,586 (+3.7%)
2020
$5,389 (+935.0%)
$266,200 + $186,800
$453,000
2019
$521 (+13.9%)
2015
$457 (−88.5%)
$218,200 + $145,800
$364,000
2012
$3,966 (+840.2%)
2011
$422
2010
$422
*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
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,121 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,876
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
13 01213606
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 14, 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
Jun 11, 2015 • Active
Mechanical
HVAC
Jul 29, 2005 • 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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway - # of Spaces: 3
Concrete Driveway
Attached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Gas
Flooring Type: Wood, Carpet
Interior Features: Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Recreation Room
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Other
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 594
Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
Improvement Assessed Value: $391,400
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Block, Brick/Mortar
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Asphalt
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $291,200
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,476
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 594
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $5,469
Tax Assessed Value: $544,267
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $6,200
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
High School: NORTHWOOD
School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: Caroline
Directions: Turn onto franklin ave.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,876
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,121 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 13 01213606
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Highland View Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Silver Spring International Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
6/10
Northwood High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.2mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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