* OFFERS in by TUES 8/8 @ 5pm please * Timeless Cape Cod in terrific condition on a peaceful, tree lined street! Come inside to enjoy the gracious room sizes, open kitchen & unpretentiously elevated finishes throughout. Fabulous flow from room to room that seamlessly continues outdoors to a thoughtfully designed patio & gorgeous deck. The huge living room opens to a sunroom with large picture windows. Well designed, renovated kitchen offers an elegantly oversized quartz topped peninsula with a large overhang for casual seating. The kitchen opens to the dining area, creating the layout & space you've been looking for in a kitchen! A sunny, full bathroom with a skylight completes the main level. The stunning primary bedroom upstairs provides abundant space & excellent storage. Connected to the primary bedroom you'll find a room that could be used as an office, meditation space or luxurious closet. Another good sized bedroom & stunning, spa bath complete the upper level. Daylit lower level with a nice bedroom, bathroom, large recreation room, separate storage & three above ground exits to the outside. This truly beautiful, energy efficient home in impeccable condition is in an ideal location. Sligo Creek Park is literally just a block or two away. The ease of access to biking, running, walking trails here is fantastic. .. There's even a generous playground in the neighborhood just down the road. A few blocks in the other direction, you'll find one of the most picturesque & well known restaurants in the area. You're just 8 blocks away from vibrant, Downtown Silver Spring & 4 blocks away from the future Dale Drive Purple Line stop. Within just a few blocks you'll also find a very convenient convenience store, a dry cleaners and neighborhood schools. You're so close to everything, but in a sweet spot that offers tranquility. You need to tour this truly special home in person to experience what's behind the unassuming facade!
Single-familyProperty Type
1936Year Built
6,920 sq ftLot Size
$425Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Amanda Lasko• Douglas Elliman of Metro DC, LLC - Bethesda
•301-355-0510 (broker)
•christina.macro@elliman.com (broker)
Bought with Adam Isaacson• TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Open House Cancelled. This Charming Cape Cod is so close to the Silver Spring Transit Center with Metro/buses & MARC trains, restaurants, shops, Whole Foods, year-round farmers market, the new public library, entertainment including The Fillmore & AFI Theaters and the upcoming Purple Line. Offering open concept living with light-filled rooms and treetop views from this meticulously maintained urban oasis just steps to Sligo Creek and Sligo-Bennington parks. Enjoy BBQs on the generous deck while entertaining guests in the spacious, private backyard with large patio. Thoughtfully updated with stunning woodwork and custom tiling throughout, chef s kitchen, gleaming wood floors, custom baths, and wood burning fireplace no detail has been overlooked! This walk-to-it-all neighborhood offers easy access to I-495, I-95 and just minutes to D. C.
Public Records
Apr 26, 1996
Sold
$175,000
$83/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 22, 1971
Sold
$30,000
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,677 (+14.6%)
2025
$9,314 (+0.3%)
2024
$9,288 (+16.3%)
2023
$7,988 (+13.5%)
$339,400 + $409,800
$749,200
2022
$7,035 (+9.9%)
2021
$6,404 (+5.1%)
2020
$6,095 (+5.4%)
$339,400 + $255,700
$595,100
2019
$5,782 (+5.5%)
2018
$5,483 (+1.5%)
$339,400 + $180,000
$519,400
2017
$5,401 (+6.0%)
2015
$5,097 (−1.2%)
$304,000 + $176,100
$480,100
2014
$5,160 (−8.9%)
2013
$5,663 (+22.3%)
2011
$4,631
2010
$4,631 (+44.4%)
2009
$3,206
Tax history for 523 Ashford Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,677 (+14.6%)
2025
$9,314 (+0.3%)
2024
$9,288 (+16.3%)
2023
$7,988 (+13.5%)
$339,400 + $409,800
$749,200
2022
$7,035 (+9.9%)
2021
$6,404 (+5.1%)
2020
$6,095 (+5.4%)
$339,400 + $255,700
$595,100
2019
$5,782 (+5.5%)
2018
$5,483 (+1.5%)
$339,400 + $180,000
$519,400
2017
$5,401 (+6.0%)
2015
$5,097 (−1.2%)
$304,000 + $176,100
$480,100
2014
$5,160 (−8.9%)
2013
$5,663 (+22.3%)
2011
$4,631
2010
$4,631 (+44.4%)
2009
$3,206
*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
Beds
—
Baths
3
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,920 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,500
Year built
1936
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
13 00982215
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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Brick Driveway, Stone Driveway
Off Street
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Oven/Range - Electric, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater
School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: From 495, exit Colesville/Rt 29 headed south. Turn Left on Dale Drive. Turn Left at Ashford.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,500
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 6,920 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1936
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 13 00982215
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Sligo Creek Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Silver Spring International Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
6/10
Northwood High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.1mi
5/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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...