13 Cedar Ave
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
- 4 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,614 sqft
4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,614 sqft
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Description
Welcome to this charming and beautifully updated detached home in the highly desirable Observation Heights neighborhood, just moments from downtown Gaithersburg. Blending historic character with modern upgrades, this light-filled residence offers spacious living areas, timeless architectural details, and exceptional outdoor living. The inviting front porch sets the tone for this warm and welcoming home. Inside, you'll find soaring 10-foot ceilings, hardwood flooring, abundant natural light, and classic architectural charm throughout. The main level features a spacious living room, formal dining room, private home office, and a convenient powder room. The recently renovated kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting, ample cabinetry, generous table space, and a newly added exhaust vent for enhanced functionality. The kitchen opens seamlessly to the screened porch and flagstone patio, creating the perfect indoor-outdoor living experience. Enjoy entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing while overlooking the expansive, fully fenced backyard. The outdoor space has been thoughtfully enhanced with a newly installed fence, additional gravel parking area, and a second storage shed, providing exceptional flexibility, convenience, and storage. Upstairs, you'll find four bedrooms and a full hall bath. Pull-down attic access provides abundant additional storage space. Recent improvements include a remodeled kitchen, updated HVAC system, architectural shingle roof, exterior paint, smart thermostats, plantation shutters, ceiling fans, and added attic and basement insulation for improved energy efficiency. Observation Heights is one of Gaithersburg's most charming and walkable neighborhoods, offering easy access to local restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, parks, playgrounds, and community events. Nearby attractions include Bohrer Park, the Gaithersburg Aquatic Center, walking and biking trails, mini golf, and the skate park. Commuters will appreciate convenient access to the MARC Train, Metro connections, major bus routes, MD-355, and I-270. This rare move-in-ready home combines historic charm, modern updates, energy-efficient improvements, abundant storage, ample parking, and an exceptional location in the heart of Observation Heights
Open House
Saturday, June 20
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Home Highlights
Parking
Open Parking
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$328
Listed
Less than a day ago
Home Details for 13 Cedar Ave
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Interior Details Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1614 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available, Sewer AvailableAppliances: Gas Water HeaterLaundry: Washer In Unit,Dryer In Unit |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Fireplace & Spa No FireplaceNo Spa |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Hardwood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 3Number of Stories: 3Levels: ThreeAccessibility: OtherFloors: Hardwood |
View No View |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: ShingleOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: Concrete PerimeterNo Private Pool |
Parking & Garage No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Driveway,On Street |
Pool Pool: None |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 737 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 877 Square Feet |
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Days on Market: <1 day on Trulia |
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Year Built Year Built: 1899 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Colonial |
Building Construction Materials: FrameNot a New Construction |
Property Information Parcel Number: 160900841638 |
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Price List Price: $530,000Price Per Sqft: $328 |
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow, Negotiable |
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MLS Status: COMING SOON |
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Direction & Address City: GAITHERSBURGCommunity: Observatory Heights |
School Information Elementary School District: Montgomery County Public SchoolsJr High / Middle School District: Montgomery County Public SchoolsHigh School: GaithersburgHigh School District: Montgomery County Public Schools |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: MDMC2239900 |
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Building Area Building Area: 1614 Square Feet |
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Not Senior Community |
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No HOA |
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Lot Area: 10493 sqft |
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Special Conditions: Standard |
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Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell |
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Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple |
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BasementMls Number: MDMC2239900Municipality: City of GaithersburgAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 737 |
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Source Internet Entire Listing Display: Y |
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Russell Chandler, (240) 988-7609
Redfin Corp, (301) 658-6186
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#MDMC2239900

Also Listed on Bright MLS.
Market trends in Gaithersburg
Last updated May 2026
Avg. sale price
$538K
$21.84KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$274
$8MoM
Available listings
225
17MoM
Price History for 13 Cedar Ave
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 06/14/2021 | $427,400 | Sold | N/A |
| 04/28/2021 | $424,900 | Pending | RE/MAX International #MDMC754562 |
| 04/23/2021 | $424,900 | Listed For Sale | RE/MAX International #MDMC754562 |
| 01/29/2015 | $320,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 08/02/2014 | $399,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 07/08/2014 | $425,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 05/13/2003 | $313,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 09/08/1995 | $147,000 | Sold | N/A |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $5,670 |
| Assessment | $405,733 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 13 Cedar Ave
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.23 | Single-Family Home | $419,000 | 08/20/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,110 | |
0.30 | Single-Family Home | $455,000 | 01/20/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,416 | |
0.40 | Single-Family Home | $513,000 | 09/29/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,424 | |
0.38 | Single-Family Home | $460,000 | 12/26/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,364 | |
0.37 | Single-Family Home | $415,000 | 09/30/25 | 5 | 2 | 1,520 | |
0.38 | Single-Family Home | $399,999 | 10/02/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,847 | |
0.46 | Single-Family Home | $580,000 | 10/24/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,500 | |
0.51 | Single-Family Home | $520,000 | 11/13/25 | 3 | 2 | 2,040 |
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What Locals Say about Gaithersburg
At least 613 Trulia users voted on each feature.
87 % Say there are sidewalks
86 % Say it's dog friendly
76 % Say car is needed
70 % Say parking is easy
70 % Say kids play outside
70 % Say streets are well-lit
67 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
66 % Say there's holiday spirit
63 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
62 % Say it's quiet
62 % Say yards are well-kept
61 % Say people would walk alone at night
53 % Say there's wildlife
47 % Say neighbors are friendly
47 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
35 % Say there are community events
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Russell Chandler, Redfin Corp, (301) 658-6186
Agent Phone: (240) 988-7609

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13 Cedar Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,614 sqft single-family home built in 1899. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Bright MLS on Jun 15, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# MDMC2239900.

