Absolutely stunning expanded brick Colonial offering 3,100+ square feet of beautifully updated living space, classic front-porch charm, and an exceptional in-town Silver Spring location. The main level features gorgeous hardwood floors, a spacious living room with wood-burning fireplace, a bright formal dining room, a large white kitchen with adjoining breakfast area, plus a flexible main-level office/sunroom. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite offers a large walk-in closet and en-suite bath with dual vanity and soaking tub, accompanied by two additional generously sized bedrooms with hardwood floors and a full hall bath. The finished lower level adds excellent versatility with a large recreation room, second wood-burning fireplace, den/office, laundry room, and abundant storage. The home welcomes you with a charming covered front porch, perfect for morning coffee, relaxing, or enjoying the tree-lined setting. Out back, the fenced yard offers a private patio area ideal for grilling, entertaining, play, or pets, along with a former garage now used as a spacious storage shed, which can be be converted back to a garage. This home also offers convenient off-street driveway parking for up to three cars. Freshly updated with new paint, carpet, and more, this home blends timeless character with modern comfort. Perfectly positioned in Silver Spring’s desirable Blair neighborhood, less than 3/4 mile to the Silver Spring Metro Station, MARC train, and Transit Center, and close to Downtown Silver Spring, Whole Foods, restaurants, shops, theaters, Ellsworth Place, Sligo Creek Park, and nearby neighborhood parks. A rare combination of residential charm, flexible living space, and outstanding walkability in one of Silver Spring’s most convenient locations.
Single-familyProperty Type
1929Year Built
3,500 sq ftLot Size
$258Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Alex Goumilevski• RE/MAX Realty Services
Est. $3,281 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 816 Gist Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #MDMC2235336
Jul 30, 2026
Sold
$810,000
$258/sq ft
Jun 16, 2026
Price Changed
$810,000
$258/sq ft
Jun 16, 2026
Relisted
—
May 23, 2026
Listing Removed
—
May 14, 2026
Listed
$724,900
$231/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 8, 1987
Sold
$138,500
$44/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,095 (+12.9%)
2025
$7,172 (+4.1%)
2024
$6,890 (+0.3%)
2023
$6,868 (+5.2%)
$321,700 + $273,400
$595,100
2022
$6,528 (−4.0%)
$321,700 + $273,400
$595,100
2021
$6,800 (+8.5%)
$321,700 + $273,400
$595,100
2020
$6,266 (+9.4%)
$321,700 + $304,200
$625,900
2019
$5,730 (+10.0%)
2018
$5,208
$321,700 + $168,100
$489,800
2017
$5,205 (+7.6%)
2015
$4,835 (−1.2%)
$272,000 + $180,700
$452,700
2014
$4,894 (−4.5%)
2013
$5,125 (+5.3%)
2012
$4,867 (+16.2%)
2011
$4,189
2010
$4,189 (+43.6%)
2009
$2,917
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,190
Year built
1929
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
13 00991152
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.
Laundry Type: Upper Floor, Dryer In Unit, Lower Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Wood, Mantel(s)
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Daylight, Partial, Full, Fully Finished, Improved, Heated, Windows
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1110
Accessibility Features: Other
Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
Improvement Assessed Value: $324,100
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Estimated
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2026
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Block, Slab
Main Entrance Orientation: North
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Double Pane
Exterior Information
Fencing: Fully, Wood
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $321,700
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,190
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 160
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 950
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $7,045
Tax Assessed Value: $628,900
Tax Year: 2026
Tax Annual Amount: $7,864
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2026
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Radiator
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available, Sewer Available, Phone Available
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: EAST SILVER SPRING
Middle Or Junior School: TAKOMA PARK
High School: MONTGOMERY BLAIR
School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Georgia Ave heading South, left on Silver Spring Ave, right on Fenton St, Left on Gist Ave, go through roundabout, to #816 on the right!
Location Type: Suburban
Road Responsibility: Public
Road Surface Type: Approved
Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,190
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,500 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1929
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 13 00991152
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
East Silver Spring Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Takoma Park Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
Montgomery Blair High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
6/10
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