9608 PARKWOOD DRIVE, Bethesda, MD 20814

$1,599,999 Asking Price

5 beds
4 baths
3,832  sqft
Built in 1947

With exceptional curb appeal and classic colonial architecture, this thoughtfully renovated and expanded residence is the perfect blend of timeless style and modern convenience. Captivating sight lines draw your eye through the home from the moment you enter, showcasing stunning views of the surrounding trees and natural landscape. Backing directly to Rock Creek Park—a protected gem with scenic trails and a meandering creek—this home offers unmatched access to nature, just minutes from city conveniences. The main level features a formal dining room, a living room with a wood-burning fireplace, a powder room, and a private office/library. A seamless addition created the heart of the home: a chef’s dream kitchen with a Viking range, walk-in pantry, wine refrigerator, and custom wood cabinetry. This space flows into a spacious family room with a second fireplace and a charming casual dining area under a vaulted beadboard ceiling—flooded with natural light and framed by walls of windows. Step out onto the expansive deck—ideal for gatherings and peaceful outdoor living. A custom mudroom with cubbies connects the garage to the home and offers a separate front entry, perfect for today’s busy lifestyle. Upstairs, you’ll find four generous bedrooms and two full baths. The luxurious primary suite is a retreat of its own with soaring ceilings, oversized windows, a walk-in closet, and a spa-inspired bath featuring dual vanities and a soaking tub. The walkout lower level is built for entertaining, with a bright recreation room, full bedroom and bath, a bonus room with new luxury flooring, and a well-appointed laundry room with Samsung appliances. Step outside to a covered flagstone patio and fully fenced, level backyard. Located just a block from Rock Creek Park’s biking and walking trails, with easy access to shopping, Metro, and the amenities of Kensington, Bethesda, and Rockville, this is the forever home you’ve been waiting for—set in a serene, sidewalk-lined neighborhood.

Features & Amenities

Interior

Basement:
Fully Finished,Outside Entrance,Connecting Stairway,Walkout Level
A/C:
Central A/C
Heating:
Y, Central, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Fireplace, Fireplaces: 2
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Above Grade,Below Grade
Style:
Colonial

Construction

General:
Frame, 3, Block

Location

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

Lot

Zoning:
R60, 161301144906
Current Use:
R

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
BRIGHT_MAIN

This listing courtesy of:
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Helen Trybus

About Bethesda, MD

Housing

Number of Units
37,527
Median Home Value
$886,212
Median Rent
$1,912

31.13% of housing units are renter occupied.

5.40% are vacant.

Commute

Car
35.02%
Public Transportation
7.98%
Walk to Work
3.20%
Work from Home
51.83%
Other
0.54%

The median travel time to work is 16 minutes.

People

Population
87,310
Median Age
42.90
Median Household Size
2.73

Education

High School
4.85%
Associate’s Degree
2.89%
Bachelor’s Degree
28.86%
Graduate Degree
55.83%

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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