Welcome to 626 Ritchie Ave!This home, circa 1918, has so much character and charm, it's hard not to fall in love with it. Enter into a sitting room with a cozy wood stove providing space to take off your coat and stay awhile. The living room has wall of built ins and handsome custom beams providing a nice place to relax or entertain. Open to the dining room which features original friezes that are sure to be a conversation starter. The bright opened kitchen with counter seating for 2, provides ample space for all of your cooking endeavors. Features loads of counter space, ample cabinets and the pantry closet that everyone wants! Finishing out the main floor is a sunny family room and handy powder room. And let's talk about the outdoor space – the expansive deck overlooking the flagstone patio and fenced rear yard is a dream for enjoying some outdoor fun in the sun! Upstairs, you've got 2 bedrooms with ceiling fans and ample closet space with built-in organizers. There's also this cute little office nook in the hall that's full of sunshine and has a great view out of multiple windows. In a similar styled home, this space was walled off to create a private office or nursery. The pretty ceramic tiled bath has extra storage cabinets and a tub/shower. The basement level is unfinished. It includes plenty of space for storage and 3 large work benches for all your projects. The home has central AC to keep you comfortable in the heat of the summer. New or recently updated items to the home: Bryant Heat Pump, 2022; Carpet on main level, 2023; Carpet upper level, 2018, Elfa Systems added to bedroom and Pantry closets; Ecobee Smart Thermostat; Ring Doorbell; Solar system- owned, 2017; Luxury vinyl flooring in Family Room and Kitchen, 2019; Freshly painted interior, 2024; New Front Storm Door, 2024; GE dishwasher, 2021; Samsung 5 burner gas stove, 2020; Powder Room vanity and toilet, 2020. Located in the desirable Blair neighborhood with convenient access to nearby amenities in Takoma Park and downtown Silver Spring. With 2 metro stops and bus lines close by, it's an easy commute into DC. The area is also full of delightful parks to explore by bike or on foot. Don't miss the opportunity to make this lovely property your own. Schedule a showing today!
Great condition - Great Price! * Walkable to downtown SS & Metro * High ceilings- Open floor plan * Updated kitchen w/ 42" cabinets * Living Room with built-ins * Upstairs full floor bedrm/loft originally 2 bedrms * Newer Windows, HVAC, HWH, Electric * New carpet & paint * Level, fenced, private lot w/ deck & patio * Extra parking with long driveway
*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
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,603 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,278
Year built
1918
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
13 00990385
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 18, 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
Oct 31, 2017 • Final
Building residential
New construction
Aug 30, 2017 • 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 Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
Asphalt Driveway
Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer, Water Heater
School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: Piney Branch
Directions: 495 to University Blvd East. Make a right onto Piney Branch. Make a right onto Ritchie. Home is up on the left.
Location Type: Middle Of Block
Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station 1 to 3 miles
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,278
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,603 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1918
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 13 00990385
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 18, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
East Silver Spring Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
4/10
Takoma Park Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
Montgomery Blair High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
7/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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