716 Kennebec Ave

$1,020,000  |  716 Kennebec Ave, Takoma Park, MD 20912

Picture perfect Cape Cod nestled on a tree-lined street in highly sought-after Takoma Park. Built in 1941, this impressive home has been thoughtfully updated and expanded over the years, seamlessly blending original architectural details with modern comforts. This delightful residence boasts sun-drenched rooms, hardwood floors, and three finished levels of living space, complemented by an oversized two car garage.

Step through the vestibule into the elegant living room with a marble surround fireplace and bay window. Beyond the living room, a library/office opens to the dramatic family room featuring vaulted ceilings, walls-of-windows, skylights, and access to a large front porch and patio. The formal dining room offers pretty backyard views. The bright chef's kitchen is equipped with quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, handsome cabinetry, and convenient side yard access. The main level is complete with a light-filled bedroom or office and a classic full bath.

Upstairs there are two spacious bedrooms, a renovated bathroom, and a unique hallway with a generously sized storage closet and pull down stairs to the attic. The expansive primary bedroom features built-in drawers, eave storage, and a large walk -in closet with its own cedar closet.

The versatile lower level features a recreation room, two more bright bedrooms, a full bath, a built-in hutch, laundry room, plentiful storage, outside access, and an expansive two car garage with a bay or work area.

Perched on a hill, this home is on a lushly landscaped corner lot with colorful plantings and a fenced backyard. This serene setting provides wonderful play space, excellent entertaining possibilities and your own private oasis.

Conveniently located, this exceptional home is just steps away from the Sligo Creek bike and walking trail and playground, parks, the new KOMA cafe, the forthcoming Purple Line, and provides easy access to the Takoma Metro station. Enjoy the close proximity to the restaurants, coffee shops, farmer's market, gyms, live music venues. and all that Takoma Park offers.