This is a SWEET cottage! It's perfect for someone wanting her/his/their own space (NOT a condo) and a lovely landscaped yard. One-level living with every amenity and loaded with light. It's sunny disposition will meet yours. 2BR, 2BA, hardwood floors, storage attic. Close to Metro (about 20 minutes through the woods on the community trail) or bus. NOT a tiny house but so much more. Come see and fall in love.
Single-familyProperty Type
1942Year Built
5,483 sq ftLot Size
$626Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Betty Pair• Coldwell Banker Realty - Washington
•202-387-6180 (broker)
•dana.hill@cbmove.com (broker)
Listed by Willie Parker• Coldwell Banker Realty - Washington
Cool Bungalow, Sweet Alt to a condo, Just enough yard for gardening and a barbecue, Hardwood Flrs-Ensuite Mst Bath, Granite Counters, Bright space, Two bedrooms, 2 baths, Large Kitchen Pantry, Morning light Kitchen, Living Room West, Telecommute be home at Sunset. Huge Pulldown~ Attic Storage, 2 cars~ off Street parking, Quiet short street, Close to Sligo Creek Park. OPEN Sunday-6-10/ 1-4
*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
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,483 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
855
Year built
1942
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
13 01062680
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 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
Aug 6, 2024 • Final
Mechanical
HVAC
Dec 22, 2014 • Active
Mechanical
HVAC
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 Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
Driveway, Off Site
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer - Electric, Dryer - Front Loading, ENERGY STAR Clothes Washer, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater, Water Heater - High-Efficiency, Water Heater - Tankless
Door Features: Insulated, Storm
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Interior Features: Attic
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
Room Information
Bedroom 2, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $77,600
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2019
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Block, Crawl Space
Main Entrance Orientation: North
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Roof: Asbestos Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Double Pane
Other Structures: Shed
Exterior Information
Extensive Hardscape, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Fencing: Partially, Privacy, Wood
Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Cleared, Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, No Thru Street, Private, Rear Yard
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $328,600
Soil Types: Sandy
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 855
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
City/Town Tax: $2,131
County Tax: $4,441
Tax Assessed Value: $404,500
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $6,728
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
150 Amps
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Above Ground, Cable TV, Natural Gas Available, Phone, Sewer Available, Water Available, Electric Available
Water Source: Community
Municipal Trash: Yes
Location
School Information
School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
In City Limits
Directions: East on Piney Branch to intersection Ritchie Avenue; right on Ritchie down to turnaround and make a sharp right. That is Oswego.
Municipality: Takoma Park
Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station 1 to 3 miles
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 855
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,483 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1942
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 13 01062680
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Piney Branch Elementary School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
Takoma Park Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Montgomery Blair High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
6/10
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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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° 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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Estimated sale price
$509,000 – $616,000
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