705 ELM AVE, Takoma Park, MD 20912

• 4 beds |
• 4 baths |
• 2,590 sqft

Property Description

Welcome to 705 Elm Avenue, a spacious modern colonial with a charming covered wraparound front porch and a thoughtfully designed interior. The home offers a well-planned layout that balances architectural character with everyday comfort. Throughout, you’ll find hardwood floors, recessed lighting, an integrated speaker system, and detailed wood trim that add depth and style to the living spaces. The gracious living room features a fireplace with mantel and connects to the breakfast room and kitchen through French doors. The expansive chef’s kitchen offers granite counters, handsome cabinetry, a large island with breakfast bar, and a GE Profile gas range with a built-in griddle. The breakfast room provides direct access to the rear composite deck. The kitchen also opens to the dining room with an elongated farmhouse chandelier, crown molding, and access to the wraparound front porch. This level is complete with a powder room and coat closet. Upstairs, the second level provides four bedrooms with wood floors and two full baths. The primary bedroom suite is striking, featuring a two-story, gabled ceiling with a wall of windows, a wall of closets, and an impressive loft accessed by a spiral staircase. This versatile space can be used as an office or lounge and includes two window benches, a walk-in closet, a ceiling fan, and casement windows. The en-suite bathroom has updated fixtures and a new vanity counter. A linen closet is also located within the primary suite. The lower level offers additional living space, featuring a sizeable family room with luxury vinyl flooring, recessed lighting, a built-in nook, and a wet bar. This level includes a full bathroom, under-stair storage, and a laundry room. Outside, enjoy the inviting wraparound front porch, a low-maintenance composite rear deck, and a fenced backyard. Nestled in the lush South-of-Sligo neighborhood, just steps to parks, playgrounds, shops, restaurants, and transit. Enjoy living in eclectic Takoma Park—this location offers both charm and convenience, just minutes from the Red Line Metro station. Takoma Park has a warm sense of community and is also convenient to vibrant downtown Silver Spring.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

May 7, 2026

Data Last Updated:

May 8, 2026 at 7:19AM

Listing Office:

Perennial Real Estate : 3014506999

Listing Agent:

Daniel F Metcalf : 3018301221

MLS ID:

MDMC2228800

Interior

• General: Built-InsCeiling Fan(s)Crown MoldingsFormal/Separate Dining RoomKitchen - Eat-InKitchen - IslandPrimary Bath(s)Recessed LightingUpgraded Countertops
• Rooms: Living RoomDining RoomPrimary BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bedroom 4KitchenFamily RoomBreakfast RoomLaundryLoftPrimary BathroomFull BathHalf Bath
• Appliances: StoveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryer
• Laundry: Basement
• Basement: Connecting stairwayDaylightPartialImprovedOutside entranceWindows
• Flooring: Wood
• A/C: Other
• Heating: Forced AirNatural Gas
• Fireplace: Mantel(s)FireplaceFireplaces: 1
• Disability Feature: None

Exterior

• General: Extensive HardscapeAbove GradeBelow Grade
• Style: Colonial
• Other Structures: PorchDeck

Construction

• Roofing: Architectural Shingle
• Windows: Double pane windows
• General: Brick3Slab

Location

• Originating MLS: BRIGHT_MAIN
• School District: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
• County: MONTGOMERY-MD

Lot

• Zoning: R60161303172288
• Fencing: Rear

Utilities

• Utilities: 200 amp service
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: BRIGHT_MAIN