7 James St, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
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OFF MARKET

$545,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,436 sqft

7 James St, Gaithersburg, MD 20877

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Currently Off Market - Sold May 23, 2024 for $535,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$546K
Since last month
Decreased$5K (-0.8%)
Since last year
Increased$7K (+1.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$9K (+1.8%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +56% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$544K
August 2026$544K
July 2026$549K
June 2026$560K
May 2026$563K
April 2026$564K
March 2026$560K
February 2026$552K
January 2026$550K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
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2018
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2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
8 James St, Gaithersburg, MD
0.03
Single-Family Home
$475,000
06/30/26
3
2
1,360
209 Cedar Ave, Gaithersburg, MD
0.12
Single-Family Home
$525,000
07/15/26
3
2
1,470
111 Spring St, Gaithersburg, MD
0.21
Single-Family Home
$455,000
01/20/26
4
2
1,416
108 Hutton St, Gaithersburg, MD
0.47
Single-Family Home
$513,000
09/29/25
3
2
1,424
124 Spring St, Gaithersburg, MD
0.28
Single-Family Home
$415,000
09/30/25
5
2
1,520
217 Cedar Ave, Gaithersburg, MD
0.16
Single-Family Home
$495,000
07/29/26
5
3
1,986
112 Harmony Hall Rd, Gaithersburg, MD
0.27
Single-Family Home
$399,999
10/02/25
3
2.5
1,847
118 Tulip Dr, Gaithersburg, MD
0.52
Single-Family Home
$580,000
10/24/25
3
2
1,500
405 Woodland Rd, Gaithersburg, MD
0.63
Single-Family Home
$500,000
07/02/26
3
2
1,452
402 Dogwood Dr, Gaithersburg, MD
0.37
Single-Family Home
$585,000
10/13/25
3
4
1,684

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
4 George St, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
0.04
$640,700
3
2.5
1,776
Off Market
8 James St, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
0.03
$475,000
3
2
1,360
Recently Sold
12 George St, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
0.03
$512,900
4
2
1,464
Off Market
21 De Sellum Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
0.11
$540,900
3
2
2,024
Off Market
209 Cedar Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
0.12
$525,000
3
2
1,470
Recently Sold
13 Cedar Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
0.12
$479,999
5
2
1,560
For Sale
8 Oceania Ct, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
0.15
$775,500
4
3
2,424
Off Market
217 Cedar Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
0.16
$495,000
5
3
1,986
Recently Sold
4 Cedar Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
0.14
$699,900
4
3
2,671
For Sale
13 Mills Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
0.14
$614,300
3
3.5
2,416
Off Market
12 Mills Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
0.15
$420,500
3
2
1,110
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1957
1,436 sqft
$380/sqft

About this House

Delightful and inviting single family expanded rambler - ready to move right in! The large family room addition on the main level is amazing and opens to a two-tier deck and fully fenced in backyard with a dual entry shed (with electricity)! The table-spaced kitchen features stainless steel appliances plus JUST installed quartz countertops/sink/faucet and LVP flooring! There is a formal dining room with a large picture window and a formal living room with a wood burning fireplace. Three bedrooms and two baths on the main level. The primary bedroom has an en suite bath and dressing area. The hardwood floors in the main part of the home have been recently refinished and the main level freshly painted and many new fixtures installed. There is a full basement with a recreation room and laundry and tons of storage. Off-street parking makes this an ideal home. This home is on street that ends at the landmark International Latitude Observatory (no through traffic). Close to transportation, shopping, and restaurants. Just a couple of blocks to Metro Bus which takes you to Shady Grove Metro. Three airports (BWI, IAD, and DCA) accessible and commuter routes I270/I370/355, - plus parks and recreation. The MARC train stop is one mile away. Don't miss this one! Open Sunday, April 28 from 1-4 p.m. **ONE YEAR BUYER CINCH WARRANTY** See Virtual Tour for Interactive Floor Plan and Additional Photos!
7 James St, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,436 sqft single-family home built in 1957. It last sold for $535,000 on May 23, 2024 (7% above the $500,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in October 2022 with an asking price of $2,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 15, 2023. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $545,900, with a rent estimate of $3,074/month.
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listed by Yvette Chisholm, (301) 758-9500
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Listing Team: Beltwayagents.Com, Co-Listing Team: Beltwayagents.Com,Co-Listing Agent: Kimberly S Reynolds, (301) 792-7252
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with: Leigh Washburn Andreasen, (240) 483-8408, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#MDMC2124416

Home Details for 7 James St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Connecting Stairway,FullNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1436 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Equipment, Glass Doors, Mantel(s)Has a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Screens, Storm Window(s), Triple Pane Windows, Window TreatmentsDoor: Insulated, Sliding Glass, Storm Door(s)Flooring: Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: NoneFloors: Wood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Deck, PatioFencing: Full, Back YardOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: SidewalksFoundation: BlockNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Off Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: City/CountyNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1436 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1957
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Ranch/Rambler
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 160900841753

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $500,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu May 23 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: GAITHERSBURGCommunity: Observatory Heights
School Information
Elementary School District: Montgomery County Public SchoolsJr High / Middle School District: Montgomery County Public SchoolsHigh School District: Montgomery County Public Schools

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2204 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7800 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Conventional, FHA, Negotiable, VA Loan

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: MDMC2124416Municipality: City of GaithersburgAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1436

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 23, 2024
Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2124416
Sold
$535,000
May 1, 2024
Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2124416
Pending
$500,000
Apr 26, 2024
Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2124416
Listed For Sale
$500,000
Feb 15, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Nov 7, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium
PriceChange
$2,400
Price decreased by 4%

Market trends in Gaithersburg

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$553K
$8.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$282
$8MoM
Available listings
223
16MoM

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What Locals Say about Gaithersburg

At least 616 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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  • Leesa Offutt
    "Bus and train service nearby "
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  • Bunmi Iheme
    "Every Halloween, the kids can safely walk around the neighborhood. The neighborhood is very safe and my neighbors are wry nice and friendly "
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  • Martinyancey
    "This is a safe, fun neighborhood. Schools are very good and there are many entertaining things to do."
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  • Alexkleinman
    "The quintessential new urbanist community. If you’re trying to find a place to live in suburban Montgomery county this is the location"
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  • Alan James
    "the perfect blend of tranquility, community, and convenience. Tree-lined streets, well-tended gardens, and friendly neighbors create a warm, welcoming atmosphere that feels like home the moment you arrive. Mornings begin with birdsong and sunrises that filter through the leaves. Local parks and scenic walking trails are just steps away, ideal for outdoor lovers and families alike. On weekends, stroll to charming cafés, family-owned shops, and vibrant farmers’ markets that give the area its unique character and small-town charm."
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  • Wrkfmtvcgr
    "This is the “Best” commuting area in metro DC. Short distance to Metro redline and to buses and to I270 and to a new interconnecting highway. We are out in the country but 1 mile from shops and about 3 miles from a new outlet mall."
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  • Tabrooks70
    "There are lots of dog owners in the neighborhood and places to walk them, parks, trails, sidewalks, paths, etc."
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  • Tabrooks70
    "The neighborhood is well maintained, and the community center makes it easy to plan an event. We have had community events in the past, but recently, last 2-5 years, it has been harder to maintain."
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  • Nv2zyr7d78
    "My neighborhood is very safe and family friendly , great neighbors and everything within 10min drive."
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  • Zjpittman
    "Public transportation is very good. Highway access is great with multiple exits nearby. Rush hour or 1 accident tends to delay your commute but that no different than anywhere else in the metro area. "
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  • Raul Fajardo
    "Nice place good community we can live here I love Gaithersburg Maryland we are safe and comfortable "
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  • Mollyburke1
    "There are a lot of dogsnthat live in my neighborhood. The dogs are required to walk on a leash. Owners are very respectful as well. "
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  • Flaminglavender89
    "Safe and easy to walk your dog any time of the day or night. Other owners are respectful and friendly. I’ve only known one bad dog owner during my 10yrs here."
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  • Gamsona
    "Montgomery county fair is pretty cool. Winter lights at Seneca state park is a nice event as well. Kentlands has a nice environment too."
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  • Trulia User
    "Neighborhood potlocks, movie nights, picnics. Good HOA. Neighborhood watch. Pool with amenities. Gym."
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  • Trulia User
    "great access for transportation. grocery stores are near by. also schools in the area. and a few parks are near by. great area to walk your dog."
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  • Shreejana R.
    "We have neighborhood social events such as ice cream party, annual potluck dinner, zumba classes, parades, etc. "
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  • Sabrina F.
    "There are a lot of dogs everywhere. Some not nice / uneducated owners. Be careful with your dog. Picking up is spotty- caution stepping in grass. "
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  • Ddamtewa61
    "I live here and I love it They are friendly Light every where Cheap electricity Quite neighborhood Near by supermarket Near by mosque Lovely and green Quite and less crime "
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  • Karan.martin
    "Very green with lovely trails and lakes. Houses are lovely, taking a stroll is very pleasant and neighborhood has friendly vibe. Also feels safe. "
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  • Carolina.ym
    "I’ve lived here for about 3 yrs and absolutely Love my neighborhood. Safe, friendly and nice parks. Close to 270 for an easy commute to DC. "
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  • Karan.martin
    "Lots of lovely open spaces and trails on the doorstep. Sitting on the porch people will say hi on way past. It’s a friendly place. "
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  • Beya T.
    "Great place to raise a family band great school system. Low crime rate and peaceful neighborhood. Well maintained neighborhoods and communities, very diverse and multicultural!!!"
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  • Sam K.
    "My neighborhood is very family friendly and my kids love playing with other neighbors kids. I love this place"
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  • Alexis W.
    "Good walking path for dog and lots of hotel in area if you need place overnight guess very nice place to live "
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  • Melannie V.
    "I love where I live very close to everything. I’m next to the train station close to the metro, and next to 270. It is very convenient. My building is very safe and secure. I don’t worry about my safety when I’m out. It is nice to walk your dog, there are so many people out on nice days. "
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  • Sarah S.
    "I drive to lake Forrest transit center to take the 101 bus. It would be Very convenient if my commute to Bethesda was not ridiculously long- 1 to 1 1/12 hr by the 101. Or 45-1hr by bus and metro. "
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  • Karan.martin
    "It’s a quiet safe neighborhood. You don’t see that many children around. Probably the predominance of town houses make it less suitable for a young family. "
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  • Dedra J.
    "just be careful with your kids and pop etc. the neighborhood could use some more friendly people and better roads "
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  • Mufti N. F.
    "It’s a safe town but the cost of living is rising at a fast pace. A ton of new townhomes have been built here and they’re all fairly expensive ($600K+ per unit). Schools are below average. "
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  • Karan.martin
    "The area feels safe but I haven’t seen many children around. The homes are mainly townhouses without gardens, so maybe not that suitable for smaller children. "
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  • Sarah D.
    "Drive to most public transportation. 25 minutes to bethesda and about 15 to shady grove metro. Walkable to grocery and restaurants. "
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  • Mari C
    "This is a good neighborhood but meet your children’s friends and their parents. Then you can decide if they can hang out "
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  • Karan.martin
    "Very clean and well looked after at the Crown development. Feels safe. Excellent restaurants and super market easy walking. "
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  • Fabricio R.
    "Close to metro, main avenues,facilities and bus, 270 Highway, Down town. pet friendly and a lot of nature "
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  • Allen M.
    "Dog owners are very courteous and the dogs are very well behaved. Lots of parks and places to bring your dog."
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  • Ashleyrox009
    "There’s a couple small dog parks around this area, close to multiple restaurants, shopping, right off the highway, and metro stops. "
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  • Rommel C.
    "There are Lots of parking space available in my neighborhood which is a luxury in MoCo nowadays. There is very little traffic and it is very close to everything in the city. "
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  • Jada B.
    "They would like the neighborhoods with dogs because there’s a lot of areas to walk your dogs but they Need more dog parks"
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Frequently asked questions about 7 James St

  • What is 7 James St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 7 James St in Gaithersburg, MD is $545,900.
  • What is the price history for 7 James St?
    7 James St in Gaithersburg, MD last sold for $535,000 in May 2024.
  • Is Gaithersburg a buyer's or seller's market?
    Gaithersburg is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Gaithersburg?
    The median sale price in Gaithersburg is $553K. That is down $8.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 7 James St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 7 James St in Gaithersburg, MD has air conditioning.
  • Does 7 James St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 7 James St in Gaithersburg, MD has in-unit laundry.

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