19 MONTGOMERY AVE

Takoma Park, MD 20912

This 1918 Arts and Crafts Bungalow, located in the Takoma Park Historic District, has been taken down to the studs and rejuvenated top to bottom that makes old young again and living here more comfortable and convenient! Located on one of the closest to downtown but quietest blocks of the Historic District, it's a super location that's hard to beat! You will enjoy warm afternoons longer than the season predicts on the west-facing expansive porch. Step inside to the bright open floor plan and light-colored oak engineered hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and crowned by a 1.5-story tall ceiling with art exhibit space above the front door! A traditional wood-burning fireplace mantel with side picture windows is a great holiday centerpiece. The flexible open dining area and 9-foot ceilings throughout the main level lead to an open style kitchen with plentiful tall white cabinets, a 36-inch wide 6 burner NXR gas stove with convection oven for better baking, and stainless steel double door refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave in a cabinet. There's a side entrance to the kitchen for ease of carrying groceries from the 2 car parking pad at the rear and shared driveway.The main level owner suite has a Juliet-style balcony that can be expanded to a full deck if desired, Enjoy the bathroom with an oversized shower and a double sink; it is roomy with a walk-in windowed closet behind. Another spacious main-level bedroom is separated by a hall bathroom in-between. If you like bright roomy lower levels this one meets the mark! With multiple above-grade windows and a door leading to an expansive patio- the east-facing Recreation Room is a great place to entertain, with a built-in wet bar and high ceilings with recessed lighting. An additional side entrance from the driveway leads into a generous Mud Room with built-in seating with hangers for coats and room for muddy boots underneath. There are two more bedrooms with closets and egress windows here along with a den with a closet that can be used for overnight guests when needed or makes a great office space. Plenty of room for the in-laws to visit! A big laundry/storage room is at the end of the corridor past the lower level full bathroom and features a barn door and lots of room to add shelving for storage. Gas-forced air heating and electric Central Air conditioning are featured. The roof, plumbing, electricity, kitchen, bathrooms, and interior walls and floors are all new.Just 0.6 of a mile from Takoma Metro Station and a short stroll from the restaurants, shops, and Takoma Food Cooperative. 4 bus route stops are 0.1 of a mile away. The walkability index shows a 79 - Very Walkable Score, a 66 - Good Transit score, and a 73 - Very Bikeable score. The 7,800-square-foot lot will have you drawing planting plans with plenty of room for flower and vegetable gardens.Move in and do nothing but enjoy a new home with 1918 exterior and keep the best of both worlds! Viewing is highly recommended!