13 CEDAR AVENUE

Gaithersburg, MD 20877

$530,000

active
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,560
Sq Ft
1899
Built

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Listing details

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.

Location

Living in Gaithersburg

Schools

SOL Pass Rate76%

Public schools

  • Quince Orchard High School
  • Gaithersburg High School
  • Ridgeview Middle School

Commute

Drive to DC35 min
Nearest Metro3 mi
Shady Grove

Major Routes

I-270, I-370, Rt 355, Rt 28

Walkability

Walk Score42/100
Transit Score32/100
Bike Score45/100

Car-Dependent

Safety

Average

Near Virginia average

Violent crime1.3 per 1K
Property crime15.1 per 1K
Listed by Russell E Chandler, Redfin CorpMLS# 805030374438Listing via Bright MLS IDXUpdated Jun 23, 2026

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