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6,530 sqft

$1,239,000

8519 CHESTNUT AVENUE, BOWIE MD, 20715

Price per sqft$189.74
Built in1900
Property size6,530 sqft
Property typeCommercial

Overview

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Listed May 28, 2026

Updated 6 days ago

Rare live-work (Commercial & Residential) opportunity in the heart of historic Old Bowie! This expansive, fully renovated property boasts over 6,000 square feet of meticulously finished space, seamlessly combining premier residential comfort with incredible commercial potential. Whether you choose to run your business out of the entire building, utilize a perfect half-and-half split for living and working, or secure a powerhouse investment asset, this versatile property adapts beautifully to your vision. Offering ultimate peace of mind, a comprehensive top-to-bottom renovation includes a brand-new roof, new siding, high-efficiency windows, a new HVAC system, a new water heater, fresh paint, modern flooring, and brand-new appliances throughout. Classic wrap-around porches provide an inviting entrance for both residents and commercial clients alike. The highly functional layout is thoughtfully designed with separate front entrances and two separate rear entrances to ensure effortless privacy and excellent flow between the zones. On the residential side, the front door opens into a welcoming hallway with stairs leading to the upper level. To your left sits a generous formal dining room, a grand living room and a half bathroom. The hallway leads you back to a huge, fully updated kitchen that easily accommodates a breakfast table setup. On the commercial side, the entrance opens directly into a vast, flexible open retail space with soaring ceilings, perfect for an office or shop, complete with a convenient side door for easy access. Just five steps up from this open space is an additional large living area or customer/staff lounge, adjacent to a convenient half bathroom. The upper level provides a total of 6 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, smartly divided into two separate wings: the house side offers 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath, while the store side features an additional 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath, with a private connecting door between the two wings that can be easily closed or locked for complete separation. Additionally, the commercial wing features its own staircase leading up to the second floor, where a door opens to an immense third-level attic offering incredible storage space. Outside, commercial viability is fully realized with a rare private parking lot providing 11 dedicated parking spaces, along with a substantial backyard storage structure for additional inventory or equipment. Strategically located for maximum visibility and convenience, this property is a commuter's dream with effortless access to US-50 and US-301, putting Washington D.C., Baltimore, and Annapolis all within easy reach. It is also just minutes from the Bowie State MARC Train Station for a seamless 27-minute rail commute to D.C.'s Union Station. Local amenities abound, with the property sitting just steps from Town Green Park and the Old Town Bowie Welcome Center, and only a short drive from Allen Pond Park, Whitemarsh Park, Bowie Town Center, and Bowie Marketplace for premier shopping, dining, and grocery needs. Don't miss this generational real estate asset—schedule your tour today!

Additional information

MLS® ID
MDPG2204874

Interior Features

Cooling
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
No

Exterior Features

Lot Size
0.23 Acres

Other Property Details

Taxes
$9,967
Tax Frequency
Annually
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Listed by Independent Realty, Inc
Listing Contact: 3016338168 

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