Big Spread in Bowie – Fire-Damaged 6BR With Huge Upside
11000 Elon Dr, Bowie MD 20720
Deal at a Glance
- Asking Price: $320,000
- Buy it NOW: $330,000
- ARV (After Repair Value): $575,000–$600,000
- Beds/Baths: 6 total (4 up + 2 basement) / 3.5 baths (1 full in basement)
- Above Grade Finished SQFT: 1,872
- Total SQFT: 2,808 (including 936 basement)
- Lot Size: 9,601 SF (0.22 acres)
- Year Built: 1980s
- Subdivision: Glenn Dale Estates
- Garage: 2-car attached
- Taxes: ~$6,343/year
- Condition: Fire-damaged property – requires full gut renovation
Why This Deal Works
- Massive Value-Add Potential: 6 bedrooms + finished basement makes this a family-sized home in a strong retail area.
- Prime Bowie Location: Glenn Dale Estates is highly desirable with strong comps. Homes here move quickly when renovated.
- Comps Support Spread: Multiple updated homes in the neighborhood have sold between $565K – $595K.
- Strong ARV Range: Even conservative flippers can expect $575K+ resale, while aggressive plays with design/finish upgrades can push $590K+.
- Great Curb Appeal – 2 story birch colonial plus basement and 2 car attached garage.
Renovation Overview
- Fire Damage: Full gut required – mechanicals, electrical, plumbing, drywall, roof, and finishes.
- Exterior: Brick + siding; garage needs new door, Roof likely needs replacement.
- Interior: Complete renovation required across all levels – kitchen, baths, flooring, walls.
- Basement: Already laid out with 2 rooms + 1 full bath; needs full refinish but offers high ARV boost.
- Garage: 2-car garage adds retail desirability.
Photo Breakdown
Exterior
- Front: Brick + siding exterior; fire/smoke damage visible.
- Roof: >10 years old; likely full replacement needed.
- Garage: 2-car attached garage needs work and smoke-damaged.
- Lot: 0.22-acre flat lot with great curb appeal
Interior – Main Level
- Living/Dining: Heavy smoke/fire damage; complete gut required.
- Kitchen: Counters recently replaced before fire, but overall a total gut.
- Bedrooms (4): Layout intact, but full drywall, flooring, and finish replacement needed.
- Baths (2.5 above grade): Fire-damaged; require complete replacement.
Basement
- Layout: 2 rooms + 1 full bath + kitchenette setup.
- Condition: Smoke/water/fire damage throughout; full renovation required.
- Potential: High-value add for in-law suite, rental unit, or additional family living space.
Systems
- HVAC: Unknown; assume full replacement.
- Electrical: Must be replaced post-fire.
- Plumbing: Likely compromised; full re-plumb recommended.
- Water Heater: Not usable; replace.
Neighborhood Snapshot
- Glenn Dale Estates = high-demand Bowie subdivision.
- Excellent school district + commuter location.
- 2-car garage + basement bedroom layout = retail buyer appeal.
BUY NOW PRICE = $330K
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