4900 SCARSDALE ROAD, Bethesda, MD 20816

$1,799,999 Asking Price

6 beds
5 baths
4,607  sqft
Built in 1959

OFFERS DUE TUESDAY, MAY 6TH AT 1PM. Ideally located in one of Bethesda's most coveted neighborhoods-SUMNER, this stately colonial home embodies timeless charm and functionality. Offering six bedrooms, a spacious and sunlit family room, a main-level office, and a two-car garage—all set on a beautifully level lot—this residence is a true gem in the heart of Sumner. Step into the welcoming foyer with a convenient coat closet, leading to a bright and expansive living room with a wood-burning fireplace and bay window overlooking the front yard. Additional windows frame views of the serene backyard, creating an abundance of natural light throughout. The formal dining room connects seamlessly to a kitchen with table space, ready for your personal touch, and opens directly to a lovely patio, deck, and backyard—perfect for entertaining or quiet enjoyment. The main level also includes a private office with an adjacent half bath and a family room drenched in sunlight, surrounded by windows and anchored by a second wood-burning fireplace. Upstairs, the first upper level features four generously sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The expansive primary suite offers exceptional closet space and an en suite bath. The top floor includes two more spacious bedrooms and another full bathroom. The fully finished lower level, with brand-new flooring, and a third wood-burning fireplace is ideal for a recreation or playroom and includes access to both the backyard and the attached two-car garage. This level also features a powder room, laundry area, and utility/storage room. Sumner is renowned for its strong sense of community, attractive streets, and well-crafted homes. Often described as “Miller Built,” these homes are synonymous with quality construction and thoughtful design. Early advertisements for the community proudly declared, “In Miller Built Communities, Life is Really Living.” This neighborhood embraces a true community spirit—neighbors are friends, and cherished traditions like the annual Halloween parade bring residents together year after year. Surrounded by lush parks and scenic trails, including the Capital Crescent Trail leading to downtown Bethesda, Georgetown, and beyond, Sumner offers easy access to nature and city life alike. Nearby shopping and dining options include The Shops at Sumner Place, the redeveloped Westbard Square, and Whole Foods. The neighborhood is served by highly regarded public schools: •

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Bathroom - Walk-In Shower,Breakfast Area,Carpet,Chair Railings,Crown Moldings,Floor Plan - Traditional,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Kitchen - Eat-In,Kitchen - Table Space,Pantry,Primary Bath(s),Recessed Lighting,Wood Floors
Rooms:
Living Room,Dining Room,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Bedroom 5,Kitchen,Family Room,Den,Foyer,Bedroom 1,Laundry,Recreation Room,Storage Room,Utility Room,Bedroom 6,Bathroom 2,Bathroom 3,Primary Bathroom
Appliances:
Built-In Range,Dishwasher,Dryer,Oven - Double,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Heater
Laundry:
Basement
Basement:
Full,Garage Access,Fully Finished,Interior Access,Outside Entrance,Rear Entrance,Walkout Stairs
Flooring:
Carpet,Hardwood,Luxury Vinyl Plank
A/C:
Central A/C
Heating:
Y, Central, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Mantel(s),Wood, Fireplace, Fireplaces: 3
Disability Feature:
Other

Exterior

General:
Above Grade,Below Grade
Style:
Colonial
Parking:
Concrete Driveway

Construction

Windows:
Bay/Bow,Screens
General:
Brick, 4, Block

Location

Originating MLS:
BRIGHT_MAIN
School District:
MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
County:
MONTGOMERY

Lot

Zoning:
R60, 160700609198
Fencing:
Rear
Current Use:
R

Utilities

Utilities:
Cable TV, Circuit Breakers
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
BRIGHT_MAIN

This listing courtesy of:
Compass, Tammy G Gruner Durbin

About Bethesda, MD

Housing

Number of Units
37,527
Median Home Value
$886,212
Median Rent
$1,912

31.13% of housing units are renter occupied.

5.40% are vacant.

Commute

Car
35.02%
Public Transportation
7.98%
Walk to Work
3.20%
Work from Home
51.83%
Other
0.54%

The median travel time to work is 16 minutes.

People

Population
87,310
Median Age
42.90
Median Household Size
2.73

Education

High School
4.85%
Associate’s Degree
2.89%
Bachelor’s Degree
28.86%
Graduate Degree
55.83%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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