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15923 Chieftain Ave, Derwood, MD 20855

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$675,000

3 beds • 2 baths

Estimated Payment

$ 3,859 /mo. †

6.65% APR for 30 yrs.
$4,709 in taxes
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  • Single Family Detached
    Property type

  • Newly Listed
    Time on Century 21

  • Over 50 Years Old
    Age

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Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home nestled on over a quarter-acre lot in the heart of Derwood. While the original structure has history, two-thirds of the home was thoughtfully added and completely renovated in 2007, including updated electrical and plumbing. This home offers convenient one-level living, with laundry located on the main floor. Key features include spacious rooms, beautiful stone flooring, and a fantastic lower-level recreation room that's perfect for hobbies and entertainment. Enjoy the outdoors with a delightful deck and gazebo, ideal for both entertaining and unwinding. The home has been freshly painted inside and out, and recent updates include a new oven, refrigerator, and new flooring in the recreation room. The fully fenced backyard is perfect for outdoor fun and gatherings. Additionally, the large unfinished storage room offers great potential for expansion, and the common back alley provides easy access for adding a rear garage. Location couldn't be more ideal for commuters - Shady Grove Metro is just half a mile away, with quick access to I-270, MD-200, and I-370 via the direct Metro access road. Derwood is nestled between Metro and Rock Creek Park which provides the perfect balance of work and play with outdoor adventures and easy commuting at your fingertips. Welcome Home.
MLS# MDMC2169750

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Property Features

  • Age
    Over 50 Years Old
  • Amenities
    Ceiling Fan
  • Appliances
    Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Architecture Style
    Other
  • Cooling System
    Central A/C
  • Exterior Type
    Block, Vinyl Siding
  • Floor Covering
    Carpet, Hardwood, Marble, Wood
  • Heating System
    Central Furnace
  • Lot Size
    0.27 Acres
  • Roof Type
    Asphalt

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  • Principle and Interest
    $3,467
  • Property Taxes
    $392
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Schools

Candlewood Elementary School

Grades KG-5 Public School

Derwood, MD 20855 1 miles
7210 osprey dr

398 total students
15:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: A-

School Details

Shady Grove Middle School

Grades 6-8 Public School

Gaithersburg, MD 20877 1.7 miles
8100 midcounty hwy

578 total students
13:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: C

School Details

Col. Zadok Magruder High School

Grades 9-12 Public School

Derwood, MD 20855 2.4 miles
5939 muncaster mill rd

1606 total students
16:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: B

School Details
Other Nearby Schools Distance Type Grades School Rating
College Gardens Elementary School 1.1 miles Public PK-5 B+
Washington Grove Elementary School 1.4 miles Public PK-5 C+
Rosemont Elementary School 1.4 miles Public PK-5 C
Marcia D Smith School 1.4 miles Private 9-12
Epworth Preschool & Kindergarten 1.5 miles Private PK-TKG
Pep - Itinerant 1.6 miles Public PK
Mill Creek Towne Elementary School 2 miles Public PK-5 B-
Summit Hall Elementary School 2 miles Public PK-5 C-
Forbush School At Oakmont Upper School 2 miles Private 9-12
Harriet R. Tubman Elementary School 2.1 miles Public PK-5 B
Beall Elementary School 2.1 miles Public PK-5 B
Redland Middle School 2.2 miles Public 6-8 C+
Carl Sandburg Center 2.2 miles Public KG-5
Maryvale Elementary School 2.2 miles Public PK-5 B+
Gaithersburg High School 2.2 miles Public 9-12 D
Gaithersburg Middle School 2.3 miles Public 6-8 D
Gaithersburg Elementary School 2.5 miles Public PK-5 D

College Gardens Elementary School

Distance: 1.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

B+

Washington Grove Elementary School

Distance: 1.4 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

C+

Rosemont Elementary School

Distance: 1.4 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

C

Marcia D Smith School

Distance: 1.4 miles

Type Private

Grades: 9-12

Epworth Preschool & Kindergarten

Distance: 1.5 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-TKG

Pep - Itinerant

Distance: 1.6 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK

Mill Creek Towne Elementary School

Distance: 2 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

B-

Summit Hall Elementary School

Distance: 2 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

C-

Forbush School At Oakmont Upper School

Distance: 2 miles

Type Private

Grades: 9-12

Harriet R. Tubman Elementary School

Distance: 2.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

B

Beall Elementary School

Distance: 2.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

B

Redland Middle School

Distance: 2.2 miles

Type Public

Grades: 6-8

C+

Carl Sandburg Center

Distance: 2.2 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

Maryvale Elementary School

Distance: 2.2 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

B+

Gaithersburg High School

Distance: 2.2 miles

Type Public

Grades: 9-12

D

Gaithersburg Middle School

Distance: 2.3 miles

Type Public

Grades: 6-8

D

Gaithersburg Elementary School

Distance: 2.5 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

D

School information does not guarantee enrollment. School service boundaries are provided as a reference only, may change, and are not guaranteed to be accurate. Contact the school district directly to verify school enrollment eligibility.

Local area information for Derwood, MD 20855

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Derwood, MD 20855

This community’s employment is highest in the administrative support and building maintenance industries. The area’s overall household expenses are above the national average.

86° July
Hottest Average Month
24° January
Coldest Average Month
5,901 Total Households in Area
-1.3% Increase in population since the year 2010
38.3%
of households
have children
30 minutes
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Demographic facts
for Derwood, MD 20855

Derwood, MD 20855 has a population of 16,383 people in 5,901 households with a median age of 41.6 years old.

-1.3%
Decrease in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending down
5,772
Total households as of 2010
5.6%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 41.6 years old. The smallest percentage group is 55-64 years and the largest percentage is the 85+ years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

White 46%
Asian 21%
Hispanic 16%
Black 12%
Other 7%
Native American <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is White at 46%, followed by Asian at 21%, Hispanic at 16%, and Black at 12%.

Economics
for Derwood, MD 20855

1,266 /sq mi
Population Density
$138,192 /yr
Median Household Income
$741,750
Median Sales Price
30 min
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Household by Income

Out of the households in this area, the largest income group is Over $200k representing 29.28% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 67%
  • Work from Home 22%
  • Public Transit 10%
  • Walk or Bike 1%

Occupancy by Type

Owned 4,954 82%
Rented 946 16%
Vacant 165 3%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 90%
Blue Collar 10%

Family & Education Facts
for Derwood, MD 20855

41.6 Median Age

Average Household Size

2.8
persons per
household

64.7%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

Bachelors Degree 32%
Graduate Degree 32%
Some College 13%
High School Graduate 11%
Associates Degree 6%
Some High School 6%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is Bachelors Degree, representing 32.18% of the population.

Household Family Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)
38.2% of households have children

Weather
for Derwood, MD 20855

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 86° F in July to a low of 24° F in January

86° July
Hottest Average Month
24° January
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
24°
41°
Feb
25°
44°
Mar
33°
54°
Apr
42°
66°
May
51°
75°
Jun
60°
82°
Jul
65°
86°
Aug
63°
84°
Sep
56°
78°
Oct
45°
67°
Nov
36°
56°
Dec
27°
45°

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Precipitation

Precipitation (inch)

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† Based on a 30-year fixed rate of 3.38% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Interest rates are also subject to credit and property approval based on secondary market guidelines. The rates shown are based on average rates for our best qualified customers. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.

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