1530 Murphy Ln, Silver Spring, MD, 20905
About This Home
Tucked away on a private road in the heart of Cloverly, 1530 Murphy Lane offers a charming park-like retreat just 1 mile to shopping and dining, near the state-of-the-art Good Hope Community Center, and a short distance to bus stops. This unique Silver Spring find features 2 or 3rd optional bedrooms and 1.5 baths with a flexible layout: the lower level includes a living room, dining room, updated kitchen, and laundry room; the upper level offers a spacious family room and a primary bedroom with ensuite half bath. Outdoor living shines with a serene koi pond, patio, two sheds, and an upper-level balcony—ideal for entertaining or quiet relaxation. Thoughtful updates include freshly painted interior and exterior, roof (approx. 1 year), HVAC (approx. 5 years), replacement windows, kitchen update (approx. 6 years), and a new well bladder (approx. 1 year). Peaceful setting, convenient location—welcome home to Cloverly.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Minimal Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Excellent
- Year built: 1952
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Construction materials: Wood Siding
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 1998
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Craftsman,Cabin/Lodge
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Down Draft,Dishwasher,Dryer,Exhaust Fan,Ice Maker,Microwave,Self Cleaning Oven,Refrigerator,Washer,Electric Water Heater
- Laundry features: Has Laundry,Laundry Room
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Family Room
- Level: Upper
Features
- Kitchen - Galley,Dining Area,Open Floorplan,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Dry Wall,High Ceilings
- Window features: Casement,Screens,Skylight(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood,Carpet,Tile/Brick
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,432
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Heat Pump,Other,Electric,Propane
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,432
- Total interior livable area: 1,432 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Features: Fireplace - Other,Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Primary Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Details
- Parcel number: 160500254326
- Zoning: RE2C
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Deck,Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden,Trees/Woods
Lot
- Lot size: 0.30 Acres
- Features: Backs - Parkland,Backs to Trees,Pond,Suburban
Parking
- Parking features: Surface,Crushed Stone,Gravel,Private,Off Street,Driveway
- 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
- Winter Weather
- Heat Wave
- Strong Wind
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 | $2,806 | $33,672 |
| Home Insurance * | $147 | $1,764 |
| Property Taxes | $480 | $5,760 |
| Electricity | $281 | $3,374 |
| Total | $3,714 | $44,568 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Maryland FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-30 | Price change | $555,000 |
| 2026-07-14 | Price change | $565,000 |
| 2026-06-05 | Listed for sale | $575,000 |
| 2004-10-27 | Sold | $310,000 |
| 1996-06-28 | Sold | $95,000 |
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