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Sold for $1,137,500
  • $1,137,500

    5020 Alta Vista Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814

    4beds
    2,617sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1957
    8,090 Square Feet Lot
    $1,137,500 Zestimate®
    $435/sqft
    $4,271 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,137,500

    $1.05M - $1.23M

    $4,271/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    Beautifully updated and meticulously maintained, this inviting Bethesda home offers a thoughtful blend of modern upgrades, flexible living space, and timeless comfort. The home’s four-level split design offers exceptional versatility, providing multiple living areas ideal for entertaining, working from home, fitness, recreation, or guest space. Updated kitchen and baths provide both style and functionality, while hardwood floors on the main and bedroom levels add warmth and continuity throughout the home. Freshly painted living and kitchen spaces create a bright, welcoming atmosphere, enhanced by recessed lighting in the main living area and lower-level fitness room. The family room features luxury vinyl plank flooring and opens to a screened in porch through elegant French doors, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor living. Separate Home Office or Den off the family room with full bath close by. The primary bathroom renovation was completed in 2023, and additional recent improvements include fresh paint in the family room and basement, motion-sensor lighting in bedroom closets, a weatherproof exterior electrical outlet, and professionally cleaned HVAC and dryer vents. Major system and exterior upgrades provide peace of mind, including new windows throughout the home, a hot water tank, dishwasher, washer and dryer, and a bathroom exhaust vent. French drains and upgraded landscaping with mature plantings and a Japanese maple enhance both curb appeal and drainage. Back up generator prevents disruption of daily life due to storms or blackouts. Custom blinds on the main and bedroom levels complete the home’s move-in-ready appeal. Ideally located with easy access to I-495 and I-270, the home is just minutes from Downtown Bethesda, NIH, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Maplewood–Alta Vista Park, and the French International School—offering an exceptional combination of neighborhood charm and commuter convenience.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: March 24, 2026 at 07:03am

    Listed by:

    Wendy Soroka 301-792-8702,

    Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.,

    Co-Listing Agent: Steven L Soroka 703-675-4160,

    Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

    Bought with:

    Anne Stevenson, 5003790

    Washington Fine Properties, LLC

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDMC2215366MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Exercise room
    • Level: Lower
    Family room
    • Level: Lower
    Screened porch
    • Level: Lower
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Has Laundry
    Features
    • Basement: Partial
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,988
    • Total interior livable area: 2,617 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,394
    • Finished area below ground: 223

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Driveway
    • Uncovered spaces: 2
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Multi/Split,Four
    • Stories: 4
    • Patio & porch: Screened Porch
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Full
    Lot
    • Size: 8,090 sqft
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 160700644135
    • Zoning: R60
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    Condition
    • Excellent
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1957

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Bethesda
    • Subdivision: Maplewood Estates

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    3/24/2026Sold$1,137,500-3.2%$435/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2215366 Report a problem
    3/14/2026Pending sale$1,175,000$449/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2215366 Report a problem
    3/3/2026Contingent$1,175,000$449/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2215366 Report a problem
    2/26/2026Price change$1,175,000-2.1%$449/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2215366 Report a problem
    2/14/2026Listed for sale$1,200,000+48.9%$459/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2215366 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$10,740 +6%$921,933 +4.8%
    2024$10,131 +6.1%$880,000 +6.1%
    2023$9,552 +11.3%$829,033 +6.6%

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Alta Vista

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: Montgomery County Public Schools

    Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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    Estimated market value
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