Verdant views abound in this light and airy home located on a quiet block in the center of sought-after American University Park. The sun-filled corner property offers privacy, unimpeded light, and 3 beautifully finished levels, 3 bedrooms, and 3 full bathrooms. Its modern first floor layout with family room designed by Dickson Carroll provides a circular flow that is perfect for entertaining. The home's serene location belies its proximity to every urban amenity and its easy access to downtown Washington DC, 1-495 and local airports.
Just blocks to Tenley Metro (red line), bus lines on Wisconsin and Massachusetts Avenues, schools, library, Spring Valley shopping center, Wagshals Deli and Market, Millies, other popular restaurants, and Crate & Barrel. Down the street is Friendship "Turtle Park." a neighborhood treasure with tennis and basketball courts, playing fields, community center, and play area. Wilson Aquatic Center with indoor pool located next to Wilson High School and an outdoor pool is to be built at Hearst Elementary site. Comfortable and convenient living in a coveted location doesnt get any better than this!
Main level: Light-filled slate entrance foyer with two large coat closets. Sun-drenched, generously-sized living room with wood burning fireplace. Architect-designed family room with cathedral ceiling, overhead fan, oversized custom-shaped window, wall of built-ins, and exterior door to a covered porch. The open kitchen has stainless steel appliances, a peninsula breakfast bar for four, a dining table area, an exterior door, and three windows flooding it with light. Formal dining room is accessible from both the kitchen and living room and boasts an exterior Dutch door, charming bay window overlooking side yard, and a deep built-in cabinet. (This room is currently set up as a sitting room and would serve equally well as a study or home office.)

Upper Level: Bright primary bedroom with walk-in closet, three windows, en-suite full bath (#1 of 3) with shower. Second bedroom has two windows and double closet with built-in shelves. Third bedroom has a custom-made mahogany door. Hall linen closet and full bath (#2 of 3) with tub/shower.

Lower Level: A modern stairwell to this level reveals a bright entertainment area with two closets, a wall of built-ins, recently installed ceramic tile floor, full bath (#3 of 3) with long, custom-built vanity, tiled shower, and stained-glass, sliding window. Large utility room with cedar closet, work bench, and window. Separate washer/dryer area.

Additional Information: Hardwood floors throughout main and upper levels. Gas-fired radiator heating. Window-unit air conditioning. Recent upgrades include boiler, copper gutters and downspouts; hot water heater; chimney flue and cap; washer and dryer; and dishwasher.