




3913 Decatur Ave, Kensington, MD, 20895
About This Home
NEW IMPROVED PRICE! Welcome home to an updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath bungalow with the most beautiful open kitchen designed for easy entertaining and everyday living - steps from Rock Creek Park and all things Kensington. Enjoy HWF that run throughout the home, complemented by thermopane windows. Situated on a spacious lot, the exterior offers exceptional outdoor living with a newly built rear deck, level fenced yard, driveway, and an oversized workshop/shed with electricity—perfect for hobbies, storage, or creative space. Enjoy easy access to neighborhood favorites including Knowles Station Wine & Co., La Gelattaria and Old Two Market. Minutes from the charming Frankly pizza and BabyCat brewery, plus nearby shopping, coffee shops, parks, and everyday conveniences that make Kensington living so appealing. LOCATION is SUPERB and this home offers immediate value, a great condo alternative. Photos have been virtually staged.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Materials
- Foundation: Other
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Cooktop,Refrigerator,Ice Maker,Dishwasher,Disposal,Washer,Dryer,Gas Water Heater
- Laundry features: Washer In Unit,Dryer In Unit,Laundry Room
Bedroom2
- Level: Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower,Ceiling Fan(s),Combination Kitchen/Living,Entry Level Bedroom,Open Floorplan,Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island,Kitchen - Gourmet,Primary Bath(s),Recessed Lighting,Upgraded Countertops,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,000
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Electric
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,000
- Total interior livable area: 1,000 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island,Eat-in Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Primary Bathroom
- Level: Main
Primary Bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 161301261418
- Zoning: R60
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Lot size: 5,200 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Paved,Off Street
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
- 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 | $2,755 | $33,060 |
| Home Insurance * | $113 | $1,356 |
| Property Taxes | $621 | $7,452 |
| Electricity | $281 | $3,374 |
| Total | $3,770 | $45,240 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-16 | Listed for sale | $545,000 |
| 2026-07-13 | Contingent | $565,000 |
| 2026-06-18 | Price change | $565,000 |
| 2026-06-04 | Price change | $575,000 |
| 2026-05-22 | Listed for sale | $595,000 |
| 2023-10-07 | Sold | $560,000 |
| 2023-07-21 | Sold | $560,000 |
| 2019-10-19 | Listing removed | $2,400 |
| 2019-09-28 | Listed for rent | $2,400 |
| 2018-11-01 | Listing removed | $2,300 |
| 2018-10-15 | Price change | $2,300 |
| 2018-09-08 | Price change | $2,500 |
| 2018-09-03 | Listed for rent | $3,200 |
| 2014-07-10 | Sold | $287,000 |
