8509 FLOWER AVENUE Overview
- Time on Site:
- 284 days
- Visits:
- 8
PRICE REDUCED FOR END-OF-YEAR SALE! This purely magical brick-and-stone Tudor blends timeless character with thoughtfully designed spaces that combine historic charm and everyday comfort. Built in 1937, this distinctive residence includes a bevy of bedrooms, four full bathrooms, and a detached two-car garage with a large, lofted bonus space. Upon entry, you're welcomed by a classic arched front door with a portal window, leading into engaging living areas. Four levels of striking architectural details include hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, and refined lighting. The spacious living room features a stone fireplace and a built-in bar, while the dining room flows seamlessly for entertaining. The newly renovated kitchen impresses with solid-surface counters, custom cabinetry, a gas range, and stainless-steel appliances. The main level is complete with a bedroom/sunroom with vaulted ceilings and a fireplace, a full bathroom, and a cedar hall closet. The second floor offers two freshly painted bedrooms and two updated bathrooms, including a primary suite with a stylishly renovated bath, and a wonderful upper level den. The third level provides versatile space for a playroom, guest area, or office. The lower level includes a bright recreation room, a full kitchen, a private bedroom/in-law suite, a full bathroom, laundry, and storage. The home is enhanced with owner-owned solar panels and a newly installed (June 2025) mini-split air conditioning system. Outdoors, the property features mature trees and lush landscaping with flowering plants and multiple crepe myrtles. Perennial gardens bloom year-round. The rear yard offers privacy and a secure space for relaxation and play, complete with a patio and brick fireplace. The fully insulated detached two-car garage includes a lofted bonus space above, with potential for conversion to additional living quarters or rental use. This truly remarkable property offers wonderful urban living just moments from all the vibrant amenities of Takoma Park. This home's location combines the best of urban accessibility with access to nature. Situated just steps to historic Old Takoma business district, blocks to the Sligo Creek's bike and walking trails, parks, and playgrounds, Koma café, forthcoming Purple Line, and readily accessible to the Red Line metro. The home is in close proximity to downtown Takoma Park and downtown Silver Spring and all the amenities these locations offer, including restaurants, coffee shops, farmers markets, gyms, and live music venues.
8509 FLOWER AVENUE Facts & Features
- Type Single Family
- Sq. ft. 2,403
- Price/Sq.ft. $385
- Lot 0.17 Acres
Details
General
Association/HOA
- Association: No
- Condo/Coop Association: No
Listing Information
- Real Estate Owned: No
- Short Sale: No
Building Information
- New Construction: No
- Pool: No Pool
- Total SQFT: 2604
- Year Built: 1937
Location/Region
- Country: US
- County: MONTGOMERY
- County Or Parish: MONTGOMERY
- In City Limits: Yes
- Subdivision Name: TAKOMA PARK
Parking Information
- Total Parking Spaces: 2
- Type of Parking: Driveway,Detached Garage
Rent/Lease Information
- Lease Considered: No
Tax Information
- City/Town Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
- County Tax: 5498.00
- County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
- Tax Annual Amount: $6,297.00
- Tax Assessed Value: 503700.00
- Tax Year: 2024
General Information
- Historic: No
- Property Condition: Excellent
- Property Type: Residential
- School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- Senior Community: No
- Special Listing Conditions: Standard
- Vacation Rental: No
- Year Assessed: 2025
- Zoning: R10
Interior
Building Information
- Building Winterized: No
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Fuel: Electric,Natural Gas
Parking Information
- Garage Features: Additional Storage Area,Covered Parking,Oversized
- Garage Spaces: 2.00
- Garage: Yes
Beds/Baths
- Bathrooms Full: 4
- Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
- Bathrooms Total: 4
- Bedrooms Total: 5
Building Exterior/Construction
- Structure Type: Detached
Building Interior
- Above Grade Finished Area: 1803
- Above Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
- Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
- Below Grade Finished Area: 600
- Below Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
- Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
- Central Air: No
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Laundry Type: Basement,Has Laundry
General Information
- Accessibility Features: None
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer
- Cooling: Ductless/Mini-Split, Zoned, Wall Unit
- Fireplace Features: Stone
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Total: 1
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
- Foundation Details: Other
- Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Attic
- Levels: 3
- Living Area: 2403
- Living Area Source: Assessor
- Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
- Main Level Bedrooms: 1
- Rooms Total: 15
- Spa: No
Room Information
- Room List: Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Bedroom 5,Kitchen,Family Room,Laundry,Primary Bathroom,Full Bath
Exterior
Lot Information
- Lot Size Acres: 0.17
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Square Feet: 7500.00
- Lot Size Units: Square Feet
- Water Source: Public
Waterfront/View
- Water Oriented: No
- Water View: No
- Waterfront: No
Building Exterior/Construction
- Architectural Style: Other
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Patio And Porch Features: Patio(s)
General Information
- Other Structures: Above Grade,Below Grade
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Access: No
Room Information
Room: Bedroom 5
- Level: Lower 1
Room: Family Room
- Level: Lower 1
- Features: Lighting - Recessed
Room: Full Bath
- Level: Lower 1
Room: Kitchen
- Level: Lower 1
Room: Laundry
- Level: Lower 1
Room: Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling,Ceiling Fan(s)
Room: Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Features: Flooring - Wood
Room: Full Bath
- Level: Main
Room: Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Features: Countertop(s) - Solid Surface,Kitchen - Gas Cooking
Room: Living Room
- Level: Main
- Features: Flooring - Wood,Fireplace - Other,Lighting - Recessed
Room: Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper 1
- Features: Flooring - Wood
Room: Full Bath
- Level: Upper 1
Room: Primary Bathroom
- Level: Upper 1
Room: Primary Bedroom
- Level: Upper 1
- Features: Flooring - Wood,Attached Bathroom
Room: Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper 2
- Features: Lighting - Recessed,Flooring - Wood
8509 FLOWER AVENUE Neighborhood
Community
20912 (TAKOMA PARK) Demographics
8509 FLOWER AVENUE Monthly Cost
8509 FLOWER AVENUE Market Data
Based on the last 30 days in this zip code
8509 FLOWER AVENUE History
| Date | Value | Agent |
|---|---|---|
| 6/2/2026Source: BRIGHT MLS | $925,000 -2.5% |
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| 3/27/2026Source: BRIGHT MLS | $949,000 -4.6% |
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| 11/20/2025Source: BRIGHT MLS | $995,000 -5.1% |
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| 10/9/2025Source: BRIGHT MLS | $1,049,000 -4.2% |
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| 9/18/2025Source: BRIGHT MLS | September 18, 2025 |
Contact Information: [email protected] - 3014506999