13 Cedar Ave
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
- 4 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,560 sqft
4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,560 sqft
We estimate this home will sell faster than 92% nearby.
Home Highlights
Parking
Open Parking
Climate Control
Heating & Cooling
Price/Sqft
$321
Listed
36 days ago
Local Information
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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, exceptional storage, and wonderful 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. The home also offers a full basement, providing additional storage and flexibility. One of the standout features is the large walkable attic space, which offers tremendous storage capacity and potential to be converted into additional usable square footage, subject to any required permits and approvals. 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, a full basement, expansive attic storage and future potential, abundant parking, and an exceptional location in the heart of Observation Heights.
We estimate this home will sell faster than 92% nearby.
Open House
Saturday, July 25
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
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: 1560 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): 1560 Square Feet |
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Days on Market: 36 |
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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: $499,999Price Per Sqft: $321 |
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow, Negotiable |
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MLS Status: ACTIVE |
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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: 1560 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: 1560 |
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Source Internet Consumer Comment: YSource Internet Automated Valuation Display: YSource Internet Entire Listing Display: YSource Internet Address Display: Y |
Last check for updates: about 2 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 June 2026
Avg. sale price
$559K
$20.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$274
$0MoM
Available listings
239
14MoM
Price History for 13 Cedar Ave
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 07/16/2026 | $499,999 | PriceChange | Bright MLS #MDMC2239900 |
| 07/07/2026 | $520,000 | PriceChange | Bright MLS #MDMC2239900 |
| 06/17/2026 | $530,000 | Listed For Sale | Bright MLS #MDMC2239900 |
| 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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0.14 | Single-Family Home | $475,000 | 06/30/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,360 | |
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 | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | $525,000 | 07/15/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,470 | |
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 |
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What Locals Say about Gaithersburg
At least 615 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, 1,560 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.

