Chevy Chase, MD 20815,8 E MELROSE ST
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$ 4,250,000
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6 Beds

5 Baths

4,561 SqFt


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$ 4,250,000
Est. payment | /mo
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6 Beds

5 Baths

4,561 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached

Listing Status Pending

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 4,561 sqft

Price per Sqft $931

Subdivision Chevy Chase Village

MLS Listing ID MDMC2155636

Style Colonial,Traditional,Other,Victorian

Bedrooms 6

Full Baths 4

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N N

Abv Grd Liv Area 4,092

Originating Board BRIGHT

Year Built 1908

Annual Tax Amount $30,510

Tax Year 2024

Lot Size 0.287 Acres

Acres 0.29

Property Description

An iconic Chevy Chase masterpiece, originally constructed in 1906 and painstakingly renovated by renowned architect John Samperton for his own family, 8 East Melrose Street bears historical significance and exudes class. Located on one of the most coveted addresses in the Village, the residence has a distinct Victorian-Gothic style while evoking cues from America’s great summer estates in Nantucket. Prominently sited on a double 0.29 acre lot with unmistakable curb appeal, the home has hosted numerous glamorous events within Washington’s scene, showcasing its timeless social significance. A rare offering, this property has only changed hands a handful of times in the last century, meticulously preserved over the years as a testament to a bygone era of permanence in craftsmanship.

A brick walkway leads to the central portico, introducing a layout suited for both grand entertaining and intimate family living. Effortless flow, vaulted ceilings, abundant storage, six bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms, and an attached two car garage offer a precious combination of practicality and luxury. 8 East Melrose has been meticulously crafted with hand selected materials: original white oak floors inlaid with walnut, leaded and stained glass windows, extensive millwork with rosette-embedded crown moldings, and authentic architectural details. Formal spaces exude moments from the Golden Age of entertaining, with whimsical Ionic columns, balusters, roaring fireplaces surrounded by hand-carved mantels, accent lighting, and ¾ height chair rail molding establishing a sense of occasion. Yet, informal spaces embody the practicality demanded of casual contemporary lifestyles, exemplified by the chef’s kitchen, whose modern cabinetry integrates state-of-the-art Viking, SubZero, and Bosch appliances. Likewise, an expansive mudroom includes built-in lockers and accesses both the front porch as well as garage with EV connection points. Upstairs, the primary suite’s wood burning fireplace introduces a warmth to the space. Triple walk-in closets and a spa bath with twin vanities, steam shower, and jetted soaking tub complete the oasis. Three secondary bedrooms, two baths, a convenient laundry room, and a breathtaking private office with cathedral ceiling overlooking the treetops through stained glass complete the picture. The lower level features a large recreation room with built-in shelving, full bath, and an additional bedroom with a walk-up to the home’s exterior.

The expansive property has full southern exposure, is surrounded by mature trees, and has been professionally landscaped for the utmost privacy and year-round color. The lot’s elevated position offers a sweeping view of the neighborhood and a private, rear lawn.

Equidistant between the revered Chevy Chase Club and the District Line, the location is convenient to verdant parks, trendy shopping, acclaimed eateries, leading schools, and the city. Blending traditional beauty, historical significance, and modern luxury—8 East Melrose is a cherished estate ready for its next chapter.

Location

State MD

County Montgomery

Zoning R60

Rooms

Basement Fully Finished, Improved

Interior

Hot Water Natural Gas

Heating Forced Air

Cooling Central A/C

Fireplaces Number 3

Fireplace Y

Heat Source Natural Gas

Exterior

Garage Garage - Front Entry, Garage - Side Entry

Garage Spaces 2.0

Waterfront N

Water Access N

Accessibility Other

Parking Type Detached Garage

Total Parking Spaces 2

Garage Y

Building

Story 3

Foundation Concrete Perimeter

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Colonial, Traditional, Other, Victorian

Level or Stories 3

Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade

New Construction N

Schools

School District Montgomery County Public Schools

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 160700456536

Ownership Fee Simple

SqFt Source Assessor

Special Listing Condition Standard

Bright MLS (BMLS)
Listed by Kara K Sheehan • TTR Sotheby's International Realty
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+1(610) 420-7506

mk@movewithpridephl.com

1619 Walnut St 4th FL, Philadelphia, PA, 19103, United States

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