20901 Merle Dr, Gaithersburg, MD, 20882
About This Home
NEW LISTING ALERT in the Damascus Cluster starting in 2027! Welcome to your dream home where modern luxury meets effortless flow across an impressive 7,322 total square feet! Completely transformed with high-end renovations from top to bottom, the main level features brand-new, seamless hardwood flooring and a dramatically opened floor plan connecting the dining room, kitchen, and family room. This seamless layout is anchored by a chef’s dream kitchen with custom cabinetry, premium appliances, and a stunning center island with waterfall granite countertops, flowing right into the family room centered around a sleek new electric fireplace. The main floor also offers a flexible office space (with a closet) that easily doubles as a main-floor bedroom near an upgraded bath. Upstairs boasts 5 bedrooms and 3 fully upgraded bathrooms, while the newly updated basement features a wet/dry bar and another full bath. Every inch of this turn-key home is ready for you to move right in!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Minimal Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1988
Materials
- Foundation: Other
- Construction materials: Brick
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 2026
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Microwave,Central Vacuum,Cooktop,Down Draft,Oven,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Washer,Dryer,Dishwasher,Disposal,Water Heater
- Laundry features: Upper Level
Basement
- Area: 0
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access,Exterior Entry
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Features
- Soaking Tub,Central Vacuum,Family Room Off Kitchen,Recessed Lighting,Upgraded Countertops,Walk-In Closet(s),Bar
- Door features: Double Entry
- Flooring: Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 4,583
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Electric,Oil
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 4,583
- Total interior livable area: 4,583 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 160101709591
- Zoning: RE2
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Brick,Deck
- Exterior features: Flood Lights
Lot
- Lot size: 1.06 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side,Inside Entrance,Asphalt,Attached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Drought
- Heat Wave
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Maryland Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $6,522 | $78,264 |
| Home Insurance * | $401 | $4,812 |
| Property Taxes | $1,300 | $15,600 |
| Electricity | $583 | $7,006 |
| Total | $8,806 | $105,672 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Maryland FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-25 | Listed for sale | $1,290,000 |
| 2026-03-05 | Sold | $805,000 |
| 2026-02-26 | Contingent | $799,000 |
| 2026-02-20 | Listed for sale | $799,000 |
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