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$795,000
● House - Off Market

17515 DOCTOR BIRD ROAD

SANDY SPRING, MD 20860
bedrooms
5 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
4,010 Ft²
$4,842
Est. Monthly
4.49%
Cap Rate

About This Property

A Landmark Estate in Sandy Spring – Where History and Opportunity Meet

Have you ever passed a home and thought, "I wonder what stories live there?" Now's your chance to find out.

Welcome to one of Sandy Spring's most admired properties-a stately residence set on nearly an acre (.97 acres) in a serene and picturesque community. Built in 1937 and thoughtfully expanded in 1972 and 1985, this one-of-a-kind estate offers not just a home, but a piece of living history: a dedicated FDR Living Museum, lovingly curated by the longtime owners, the Wood family.

The main residence features 5 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a thoughtful layout designed for both daily comfort and entertaining. Highlights include:

A formal dining room with a charming brick accent wall

A cozy TV room and a large, sunlit living room with fireplace and wood-burning stove

An eat-in kitchen with in-unit washer/dryer

A central vacuum system for added convenience

A professional recording studio/office with a loft that could serve as an additional bedroom

A two-car garage and a rear outdoor shower

Outbuildings & Bonus Spaces

Beyond the main house, this property continues to surprise and delight. A barn, constructed in 1981, once housed the FDR Living Museum and offers an abundance of flexible space. It includes:

Two bedrooms, a full bath, living area, office, and a loft (expandable with a spiral staircase)

A Scandinavian wood stove for warmth and character

A bonus room ideal for hobbies, business, or guests

Potential for an accessory apartment or Airbnb (with county approval)

Additional structures include:

A two-car carport

A large storage shed with separate rooms for a vintage car, workshop, equipment, and lawn care

A circular driveway with ample parking for guests or clients

Whether you dream of running a home-based business, creating an art or music studio, opening an antique shop, or simply enjoying a home with unmatched character, this property offers endless possibilities.

Located just minutes from The Olney Theatre and Olney Ale House, you'll enjoy suburban peace with easy access to local culture and dining.

This isn't just a place to live-it's a property with a story, and a rare opportunity to write your own chapter in it.

Schedule your private tour today-before this remarkable home becomes someone else's next adventure.
Unit Size
4,010 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.97 acres
Price per sqft
$212
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$668
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1945

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Last updated: 3 months ago (Bright MLS #MDMC2197650)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Jan 20, 2026 Sold
Sold
Dec 24, 2025 In contract -
In contract
Aug 29, 2025 Listed by RE/MAX Realty Centre, Inc. $850,000
Listed by RE/MAX Realty Centre, Inc.

Property Highlights

Air Conditioning
Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1945
  • Effective Year Built: 1945
  • Bedroom Count: 0
  • Bathroom Count: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 9
  • Construction Type: 0
  • Building Style: 0
  • Exterior Walls Type: 2
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 5
  • Floor Count: 200
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 5
  • Basement Area: 600
  • Garage Type: 10
  • Garage Square Area: 504
  • Parking Space Count: 3
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 7
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 42,253
  • Total Building Area: 2,751
  • Gross Building Area: 2,751
  • Building Area: 2,751
  • Building Area Measurement: T

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 13
  • Heating: 2
  • Heated Square Feet: 2,751
  • Heating Fuel Type: 2

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: CHARLEY MANOR FOREST
  • Land Acres: 0000000970
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: R-C001
  • Legal Description 1: ADD TO CHARLEY FORES T

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Montgomery County Public Schools
  • Census Tract: 701316

Zoning

  • Zoning: RE2

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: JT12 0 P892
  • Account Number: 00723175
  • District: 08
  • Parcel: 08-00723175
  • Latitude: 39.1434
  • Longitude: -77.0411

    Address

  • Full Address: 17515 Doctor Bird Rd
  • Address - House Number: 17515
  • Address - Street Name: Doctor Bird
  • Address - Suffix Type: Rd
  • State: MD
  • City Name: Sandy Spring
  • Carrier Code: C049
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1212
  • Zip Code: 20860

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $545,783

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1088
  • Valuation Date: Jan 17, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 89
  • Final Value: 775,722
  • High Value: 860,142
  • Low Value: 691,301

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $565,600
  • Market Land Value: $287,400
  • Market Improvement Value: $278,200

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $565,600
  • Assessed Land Value: $287,400
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $278,200

    Exemptions

  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes
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