7812 TAKOMA AVENUE, Takoma Park, MD 20912

$1,275,000 Asking Price

5 beds
4 baths
2,963  sqft
Built in 1928

SIMPLY ENCHANTING! This completely renovated 1928 Tudor is pure magic, seamlessly blending period charm with modern convenience. Nestled on a spectacular corner lot with lush, vibrant azaleas among other plantings, this home is filled with impeccable details, including pristine hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, custom built-ins, elegant wood trim, archways, and replacement windows. Step through the classic covered entry into a charming vestibule entrance with abundant, gorgeous wood and a deep closet, leading to the captivating living spaces within. The inviting living room features a wood-burning fireplace with stained-glass sconces, two ceiling fans, and an effortless flow into the dining area, sunroom, and open kitchen. The beautifully and thoughtfully designed Chef’s kitchen boasts exquisite granite counters, rich cabinetry with soft-close drawers, a Bosch warming drawer, a pantry, a breakfast bar with pendant lighting, a marble tile backsplash, gas cooking, ample prep space, upgraded appliances, and radiant heated slate flooring. It opens seamlessly to both the dining area and the sunroom, creating a bright, open space ideal for entertaining. The sunroom also features heated flooring, as well as vaulted ceilings, and a ceiling fan. The main level is home to a luxurious primary suite with soaring ceilings, a dressing area, and a spa-like bath featuring heated floors, a skylight, and a glass-enclosed shower with dual showerheads and stunning recycled glass tile. A stylish powder room with a copper vessel sink completes this level. Upstairs, the second floor offers three generously sized bedrooms, each with bamboo flooring and ceiling fans, as well as an updated full bath and a laundry closet. One bedroom also provides access to eaves storage. The fully renovated lower level (2017) offers incredible versatility, featuring a spacious recreation room with recessed lighting and a Soapstone wet bar, sunlit office, fifth bedroom with access to insulated storage, a full bath, and a second laundry room. Outside, the stunning 11,078-square-foot corner lot is a private oasis, bursting with mature plantings, including breathtaking azaleas that bloom so vibrantly each year that neighbors and visitors alike stop to admire them and take photos. A stone terrace, hardscaping, and storage shed enhance the outdoor space, while side off-street parking adds convenience. Additionally, the home is equipped with leased solar panels, providing an energy-efficient and eco-friendly benefit. Ideally located just steps from schools K-8 and the recently renovated Silver Spring Intermediate Park with sports courts and playgrounds, this home is within one mile of both the Takoma and Silver Spring Metro stations. Enjoy the best of eclectic Takoma Park, with its strong sense of community, weekly farmers' market, and easy access to shopping, restaurants, and entertainment in both Takoma Park and vibrant downtown Silver Spring. See you there!

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Primary Bath(s),Entry Level Bedroom,Upgraded Countertops,Wood Floors,Floor Plan - Open,Built-Ins,Ceiling Fan(s),Kitchen - Eat-In,Kitchen - Gourmet,Pantry,Recessed Lighting,Skylight(s)
Rooms:
Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Bedroom 5,Kitchen,Sun/Florida Room,Laundry,Office,Recreation Room,Primary Bathroom,Full Bath,Half Bath
Appliances:
Dryer,Oven/Range - Gas,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Washer
Laundry:
Basement,Upper Floor
Basement:
Connecting Stairway,Daylight, Partial,Fully Finished,Improved,Interior Access,Outside Entrance,Windows
A/C:
Central A/C
Heating:
Y, Radiator,Forced Air, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Mantel(s), Fireplace, Fireplaces: 1
Disability Feature:
None
Eco/Green Feature:
Recycled Materials

Exterior

General:
Stone Retaining Walls, Above Grade,Below Grade
Style:
Tudor

Construction

Windows:
Skylights,Wood Frame
General:
Brick, 3, Slab

Location

Originating MLS:
BRIGHT_MAIN
School District:
MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
County:
MONTGOMERY

Lot

Zoning:
R60, 161301080746
Fencing:
Partially
Current Use:
R

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
BRIGHT_MAIN

This listing courtesy of:
Perennial Real Estate, Daniel F Metcalf

About Takoma Park, MD

Housing

Number of Units
10,188
Median Home Value
$578,058
Median Rent
$1,213

55.89% of housing units are renter occupied.

4.75% are vacant.

Commute

Car
44.62%
Public Transportation
16.98%
Walk to Work
2.53%
Work from Home
34.49%
Other
0.34%

The median travel time to work is 25 minutes.

People

Population
24,719
Median Age
37.40
Median Household Size
2.81

Education

High School
15.77%
Associate’s Degree
3.90%
Bachelor’s Degree
19.61%
Graduate Degree
32.31%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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