Primary on Main
Address
6800 Melody Lane, Bethesda, MD
Price
$ 2,350,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#MDMC2250546
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status ACTIVE
- CountyMONTGOMERY
- CityBethesda
- NeighborhoodBradley Hills Grove
- Zip20817
- StyleContemporary
- Year Built1955
- Taxes$ 19019
- Price$ 2,350,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage4072
- Lot Size1.05 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
One-level living in Bethesda is at the heart of this meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated brick-and-cedar ranch, offering more than 5,000 square feet of living space on a private 1.05-acre lot. With a main-level primary suite, a second ensuite bedroom on the main level, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and four wood-burning fireplaces, this exceptional home offers the ease of single-level living with generous additional space for guests, recreation, and storageall just minutes from downtown Bethesda, Metro, and Washington, DC. A soaring skylit foyer opens to expansive, light-filled living spaces. The living room features a painted brick fireplace, wet bar, and walls of glass overlooking the private setting. The dramatic great room offers vaulted ceilings, a striking stacked-stone fireplace, and seamless access to the outdoors. The kitchen features a gas cooktop island, Butler's pantry, wine refrigerator, updated appliances (2018), and breakfast area, with easy access to the screened porch and formal dining room. A renovated laundry room (2024) and attached garage with resurfaced floor (2025) add to the convenience of true main-level living. The spacious primary suite features vaulted ceilings, three custom walk-in closets (2025), and a spa-inspired bath renovated in 2023 with heated floors and a freestanding soaking tub. A second main-level bedroom offers its own fireplace, custom library shelving with a rolling ladder, and a renovated ensuite bath (2024). The walk-out lower level includes two additional bedrooms, a full bath, flexible recreation or fitness space, and abundant storage. Outside, a bluestone patio provides a peaceful setting for entertaining, dining, or relaxing. Recent improvements include a freshly painted exterior, new roof, chimney caps, and repaved driveway with lighting, all completed in 2025. Dual HVAC systems (2013) have been meticulously maintained, and a whole-house generator provides added peace of mind. 6800 Melody Lane offers a rare opportunity for spacious one-level living, privacy, thoughtful updates, and exceptional convenience in a premier Bethesda location.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/10/2026 | Listed $2,350,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 4072 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Forced Air,Zoned |
| Cooling | Other |
| Possession | Settlement |
| Roof | Composite |
| Appliances | Washer/Dryer Hookups Only,Cooktop - Down Draft,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Exhaust Fan,Humidifier,Icemaker,Oven - Double,Oven - Self Cleaning,Oven - Wall,Refrigerator,Trash Compactor,Washer |
| Zoning | R90 |
| Garage Spaces | 2.00 |
| Architectural Style | Contemporary |
| Construction Materials | Brick |
| School District | MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS |
| Year Built | 1955 |
| Levels | 2 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Cool Fuel | Electric |
| Accessibility | None |
| County | MONTGOMERY |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Subdivision Name | BRADLEY HILLS GROVE |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Water Access Y/N | No |
| Other Structures | Above Grade,Below Grade |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Directions | From I495,take River Road East (Exit 39),left on Beech Tree Rd,right on Burning Tree Rd,right on Melody Lane |
| City | BETHESDA |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 45912.00 |
| Tax Assessed Value | 1672800.0 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 19019.0 |
| Structure Type | Detached |
| Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N | No |
| Bathrooms Full Main Level | 2 |
| Bathrooms Count Main Level | 3.00 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 676.84 |
| Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
| Total SQFT | 4072 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
| Legal Subdivision | BRADLEY HILLS GROVE |
| Tax Lot | 8 |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Breakfast Area,Family Room Off Kitchen,Kitchen - Island,Dining Area,Primary Bath(s),Built-Ins,Entry Level Bedroom,Window Treatments,Wet/Dry Bar,Wood Floors,WhirlPool/HotTub,Floor Plan - Open |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Natural Gas |
| Basement | Side Entrance,Fully Finished |
| Total Fireplaces | 4 |
| Fireplace Features | Mantel(s) |
| Hot Water | 60+ Gallon Tank,Natural Gas |
| Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 3472 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Central Air Y/N | No |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 600 |
| Room Type | Dining Room,Sitting Room,Kitchen,Family Room,Foyer,Breakfast Room,Study,Sun/Florida Room |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 2 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source | Assessor |
| Below Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Bedrooms Count All Lower Levels | 2 |
| Bedrooms Count Lower Level 1 | 2 |
| Bathrooms Half Main Level | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full Lower Level 1 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Bathrooms Count Upper Level 2 | 0.00 |
| Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 0.00 |
| Bathrooms Count Lower Level 2 | 0.00 |
| Bathrooms Count Lower Level 1 | 1.00 |
| Bathrooms Count All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 4 |
Exterior Features
| Pool | No Pool |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Garage Features | Garage - Side Entry,Garage Door Opener |
| Type of Parking | Off Street,Attached Garage |
| Land Use Code | R |
| Foundation Details | Other |
| Water View Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Acres | 1.05 |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Builder Model | CUSTOM RENOVATION |
| Land Assessed Value | 1001000.00 |
| Navigable Water Y/N | No |
| Water Oriented Y/N | No |
| # of Attached Garage Spaces | 2 |
Room Details
| Room | Dimensions | Level | Flooring | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breakfast Room | Unspecified | |||
| Dining Room | Unspecified | |||
| Family Room | Unspecified | |||
| Foyer | Unspecified | |||
| Kitchen | Unspecified | |||
| Sitting Room | Unspecified | |||
| Study | Unspecified | |||
| Sun/Florida Room | Unspecified |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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