WONDERFULLY MODERNIZED LARGE 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom Home - Discover this beautifully designed brick home in the desirable DOWNTOWN Silver Spring, ideally situated at the crossroads of Takoma Park, and Washington, DC. This charming home combines timeless character with modern updates and the convenience of city living. The location offers easy access to shopping, restaurants, parks, concerts, farmers markets, movie theaters, Veterans Plaza, the Metropolitan Branch Trail, and a variety of dining options, all within approximately one mile. Commuters will appreciate the convenient access to the Red Line, the forthcoming Purple Line, and numerous transportation options nearby. Parking is a breeze with an oversized driveway that can accommodate up to 4 vehicles, along with a thoughtfully designed turnaround area for added convenience. As you approach the home, you'll be greeted by an oversized front porch with a beautiful blue accent door -- the perfect spot to relax with your morning coffee or unwind after a long day. Inside, the home features a state-of-the-art kitchen renovated in 2025, offering approximately $70,000+ in upgrades. The kitchen includes white shaker cabinetry, neutral quartz countertops, a tasteful backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an oversized island, durable LVP flooring, and a spacious walk-in pantry providing excellent storage. The adjacent dining area offers a warm and inviting atmosphere while maintaining the home's original charm, including the original wood-burning fireplace. The dining area flows into an impressive approximately 20' x 28' family room, providing plenty of space for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying time with family. The main level also includes an updated half bathroom, laundry facilities, and a prefabricated wood-burning fireplace. The family room opens to a second covered porch, a new patio added in 2025, and a fully fenced yard, providing excellent outdoor living space. Upstairs, beautiful hardwood flooring continues throughout the stairwell and second floor. This level features three bedrooms, including an oversized primary bedroom with a spacious ensuite bathroom featuring a Jacuzzi tub. The second-floor hall bathroom was tastefully renovated in 2023. Additional improvements include sleek European radiators installed in 2023 and a replaced retaining wall with added drainage completed in 2024. With no carpet throughout the home, all hard-surface flooring makes cleaning and maintenance convenient. This exceptional home offers generous living space, modern updates, abundant parking, indoor and outdoor entertaining areas, and an unbeatable location close to Silver Spring, Takoma Park, and DC. Schedule your showing today and experience everything this home has to offer!
East Silver Spring, located between Downtown Silver Spring and Sligo Creek Park, is a residential and walkable Silver Spring neighborhood with early-20th-century bungalows and a leafy creekside edge. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Georgia Ave–Colesville Rd junction, where theaters, indie eateries, and late-night coffee counters set a steady street rhythm. Tree-lined blocks mix Craftsman porches, brick Colonials, and small apartment buildings near the Metro corridor. The Fillmore Silver Spring and AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center anchor the local calendar with concerts and repertory film. Market stalls and prepared-food vendors at the Silver Spring Civic Building plaza add a weekend pulse. Trails and playing fields along Sligo Creek shape daily routines on foot and bike.
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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This property is priced $1,175 below the rental estimate which makes this a great deal!
Asking rent
$3,500
Rental estimate
$4,675
Nearby comparable rentals
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Sale and tax history for 820 Philadelphia Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHTMLS #MDMC2254940
Sep 24, 2026
Listed for Rent
$3,500
$1/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #MDMC2214632
Jun 29, 2026
Sold
$945,000
$325/sq ft
Jun 13, 2026
Pending
—
May 29, 2026
Contingent
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May 14, 2026
Listed
$975,000
$335/sq ft
May 8, 2026
Coming Soon
$975,000
$335/sq ft
+53
Welcome to 820 Philadelphia Ave! Wow, wow, wow. If you are looking for a true move-in ready home that is updated with modern conveniences and amenities while holding on to its character, then this is the one for you. This 1938, 5 bedroom 3.5 bath brick home is located in the Blair community of Silver Spring, at the crossroads of downtown Silver Spring, Takoma Park, and DC with the coziness of a single family home and all of the conveniences of city living with shopping, parks, concerts, farmers markets, movie theaters, Veterans Plaza, Metropolitan Branch Trail, and a foodie’s paradise all within approximately one mile of the home. Commuting is a breeze with the Red and forthcoming Purple Metro lines as well as many transportation options within a mile. Parking - no worries, the oversized driveway can accommodate up to 7 vehicles. The driveway also has a thoughtfully crafted turnaround area for added convenience. Approaching the home, guests will be welcomed with an oversized front porch with a stunning blue accent door. The porch is a great place to watch thunderstorms or hang out with a beverage. Upon entering the home, you will get a glimpse of the state-of-the-art 70k+ renovated kitchen (2025). The kitchen has a tasteful backsplash, neutral quartz countertops, white shaker cabinetry and drawers, stainless steel appliances, oversized island, and easy to maintain LVP flooring in a neutral tone. If that is not enough, the kitchen also has a large walk-in pantry for any extra storage needs. The quaint dining space provides an ambiance and warm cozy feel. The dining space also includes the original wood burning fireplace and matching LVP flooring from the kitchen. Continued from the dining space is a supersized (approximately 20x28) family room, an updated 1/2 bath, laundry facilities, and a prefabricated wood burning fireplace. The family room leads to a second covered porch with a new patio (2025), and a fully fenced yard. The stairwell and second floor have beautiful hardwood flooring with three bedrooms including an oversized primary bedroom with a large ensuite updated bath with Jacuzzi tub. The 2nd floor hall bath has also been tastefully renovated (2023). The lower level has great rental potential with 2 added bedrooms, separate entrance, laundry hookups, full bath, kitchenette, common areas to accommodate guests or keep as a work-out room. Enjoy the in-home sauna for those long days or hard workouts. Other updates include sleek European radiators (2023) and replaced retaining wall with added drainage (2024). Finally, this home has no carpet -- all hard surfaces for easy maintenance. This home is ready for a new owner to enjoy, so schedule an appointment to see this very special home today!
BRIGHT MLS #MDMC2001536
Aug 12, 2021
Sold
$860,000
$295/sq ft
Jul 12, 2021
Pending
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Jun 22, 2021
Listed
$869,000
$298/sq ft
+26
Welcome home to 820 Philadelphia Avenue just steps away from Downtown Silver Spring. Over 3,000 sq. ft. of living space on 3 levels which includes 5 bedrooms, 3 full and 1 half baths, a full driveway, storage shed and a Sauna to boot! This move in ready solid brick yellow cape features hardwood floors throughout, a large living room with wood burning fireplace, Formal dining room and large kitchen. The oversized living room leads to a fully fenced back patio area, perfect for summer BBQs and entertaining family and friends! Upstairs, residents will find 3 bedrooms each with walk-in closets. The roomy owner’s suite features a spa-like bathroom with a separate shower, jacuzzi tub and a walk-in-closet. Going down to the basement level, you will find a large rec room space with a full bathroom, 2 bedrooms, extra closet storage space, sauna and gym space, perfect for out of town guests or a rental. Live steps away from Downtown Silver Spring, the METRO, fine dining and an amazing social scene at your doorstep. Welcome home!
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820 Philadelphia Ave is a 2512 square foot property with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. We estimate that 820 Philadelphia Ave would rent between $4,675 / mo.820 Philadelphia Ave is located in Silver Spring, the 20910 zipcode, and the Montgomery County Public Schools.