730 University Blvd W - Historic charm meets modern design in a perfect location! This unique 1918 Sears catalogue home has been completely renovated with modern touches while maintaining the historic charm with the original hardwood floors, original doors, and stained-glass transom! The wood-frame house sits atop the back of a spacious lot and has a charming feel with the freshly painted blue windows and flower planter boxes at the entrance. A spacious newly renovated front sunroom welcomes visitors and provides space for morning coffee in the sun or a quiet and secluded workspace for home-office hours. The open layout kitchen, made completely brand new in 2021, hosts abundant cabinet space, newly laid brick flooring and all new Kitchen Aid stainless steel appliances including a wine fridge. Adjacent to the kitchen is the sunny dining room and a family/bar room with custom, built-in shelving, and abundant natural light. The living room has crown molding and a wood-burning fireplace. Upstairs, the home provides three bedrooms all with abundant closet space and refinished hardwood floors. The hall bathroom was completely renovated in 2020 with a new subway tile lining the new shower tub, a new farmhouse sink, lavatory, and new flooring. Special touches throughout the home, such as light dimmers, hand-laid brick herringbone floor in the kitchen, quartz countertops, custom-built kitchen island, and built-in shelving shows the unique interior of this home. The semi-finished basement has abundant storage space and a separate exterior walkout door which is convenient for bringing in outdoor equipment or converting the basement into a separate apartment/guest suite. There is also a trapdoor attic for additional storage. The back-deck has steps that descend directly into the backyard with a new privacy fence, patio string lights, planter boxes and a newly built fire-pit. Spacious, landscaped front and backyard lined with azalea bushes, hydrangeas, and historic tress including a rare American chestnut tree. The fully fenced in backyard is perfect for outdoor barbecues, morning coffee, and evening happy hours. With a public metro bus-stop (C2/C4) nearby and located just two miles from both 495 and Forest Glen Metro - this is a commuter’s dream. Minutes from downtown Silver Spring, only 5 miles from the DC/MD line, and 1.5 miles from a local shopping center including Safeway, CVS and Starbucks. Being only blocks away from Sligo Creek Trail, basketball and tennis courts, parks, and playgrounds makes evening activity and weekend walks easy and convenient. This house also has the unique opportunity to be bought fully or partly furnished– ideal for buyers moving from out of town!
This classic 1918 Sears catalog house has everything you need to call it home! The updated house combines the charms of the past with the conveniences of the present. On a large suburban lot with over 1/3 of an acre, 730 University Boulevard West is secluded from the road with a grand front yard. The large front yard and white picket fenced back yard provides a private green oasis in the greater D. C. area, with plenty of space for expansion, if desired! Original features include refinished hardwood floors, tin ceiling in the kitchen and the first-floor powder room, and a stained-glass transom over the door to the powder room. A brand-new heat pump provides cooling and heating comfort. The updated kitchen receives plentiful natural light and has been renovated with new granite countertops, a new dishwasher, an electric stove, and a new pendant light modernizing the classic ceramic ceiling tiles and a painted white tin ceiling. The kitchen also hosts a microwave, refrigerator, disposal, and plentiful cabinet space. Adjacent to the kitchen is a family sunroom addition that opens out to a huge deck. The deck has steps that descend directly into the backyard - perfect for outdoor barbecues, morning coffee, and evening happy hours. The wood-frame house sits atop the back of the lot and offers peaceful outside times on the back deck or the front sun porch. The spacious dining room is perfect for entertaining and has chair-rail and crown molding. The sun-filled living room also has crown molding and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. Upstairs, the home has three bedrooms all with freshly refinished hardwood floors. The hall bathroom has been completely renovated with a new subway tile lining the new shower tub, a new farmhouse sink, lavatory, and new flooring. The bathroom has a large linen closet with plenty of storage space behind the mirrored doors. There is a trapdoor attic for additional storage. The basement is unfinished with plentiful shelving storage space. It is a convenient space to store all your extras! There is an exterior side-door that allows you to bring in any equipment that you would not want to bring through the main house. The washer and dryer are also located in the basement.
Public Records
Oct 27, 1995
Sold
$179,000
$126/sq ft
Public Records
May 8, 1991
Sold
$190,000
$133/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,975 (+17.1%)
2024
$6,814 (+6.3%)
$231,600 + $390,100
$621,700
2023
$6,407 (+71.7%)
2022
$3,732 (−13.6%)
2021
$4,322 (+103.4%)
$231,600 + $110,100
$341,700
2020
$2,124 (−49.1%)
2019
$4,176 (+1.6%)
2018
$4,112 (−0.4%)
2017
$4,127 (+1.9%)
2015
$4,051 (−2.8%)
$225,200 + $95,700
$320,900
2014
$4,168 (+1.3%)
$225,300 + $102,200
$327,500
2013
$4,113 (+4.1%)
2012
$3,951 (−15.3%)
2011
$4,664
2010
$4,664 (+56.4%)
2009
$2,982
Tax history for 730 University Blvd W
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,975 (+17.1%)
2024
$6,814 (+6.3%)
$231,600 + $390,100
$621,700
2023
$6,407 (+71.7%)
2022
$3,732 (−13.6%)
2021
$4,322 (+103.4%)
$231,600 + $110,100
$341,700
2020
$2,124 (−49.1%)
2019
$4,176 (+1.6%)
2018
$4,112 (−0.4%)
2017
$4,127 (+1.9%)
2015
$4,051 (−2.8%)
$225,200 + $95,700
$320,900
2014
$4,168 (+1.3%)
$225,300 + $102,200
$327,500
2013
$4,113 (+4.1%)
2012
$3,951 (−15.3%)
2011
$4,664
2010
$4,664 (+56.4%)
2009
$2,982
*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
0.37 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,736
Year built
1918
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
13 02431880
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
Jun 11, 1990 • Final
Demolition or move
Demolition
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: 4
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Shared Driveway, Asphalt Driveway
Driveway, Off Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
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 - Electric, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Built-In Microwave, Range Hood, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Cooktop, Oven - Wall, Icemaker, Exhaust Fan, Dryer - Front Loading, Washer/Dryer Hookups Only
Door Features: Storm
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Interior Features: Chair Railings, CeilngFan(s), Carpet, Crown Moldings, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Country, Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Plaster Walls
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Bedroom 1, Full Bath, Half Bath, Screened Porch
Laundry Type: Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Wood, Brick
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Outside Entrance, Interior Access
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 624
Improvement Assessed Value: $110,100
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Permanent, Block, Stone
Main Entrance Orientation: Northeast
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Screened, Deck(s), Porch(es)
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting, BBQ Grill
Fencing: Wood, Board, Decorative
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Landscaping, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Partly Wooded, Private, Level
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $231,600
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,424
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 624
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $3,730
Tax Assessed Value: $341,700
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $4,322
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022
Utilities
Utilities Information
Fiber Optic
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Heat Pump(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat