609 Ritchie Ave

$865,000  |  609 Ritchie Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910

You'll feel welcome at the stately craftsman colonial that is 609 Ritchie Avenue. Expansive wraparound trex porch with skylights leads you via vintage door with transom to William Morris- patterned foyer. Abundant, recently refinished heart pine floors, rich black walnut trims, and solid double-brick construction. Renovated kitchen with cherry cabinetry, granite counters, and stainless steel appliances. A bevy of big windows overlook the 22,000 sf lot, which includes a large drive and 2-car garage. Upstairs, large bedrooms and an upper level laundry with renovated (2019) guest room and rear porch for a breezy spot to read or just take it all in. On the owner~s suite level (level 3,) you~ll find peaked, battened ceilings, a walk-in closet, and window seats with treetop views, as well as another renovated bath. All plumbing and nearly all electrical wiring replaced during these owners~ tenure. zoned central air conditioning. Upgraded, efficient water heater / boiler combination unit. New period-style 50-year-rated architectural-shingle roof, 2017. All just steps to downtown Silver Spring, parks, playgrounds and rec center, and just over a mile to Takoma Metro - see you there!