225 Manor Cir, Takoma Park, MD 20912

UNDER CONTRACT!!!This bungalow style cottage has been expanded and updated over the years to create a surprisingly spacious interior while not sacrificing any of the original charm. Original oak floors, nine foot ceilings and many natural wood touches lend it that classic bungalow feel. The sunny,open combination living/dining room with built-in Baltic Birch shelves and an exposed beam opens onto the deck with akebia (chocolate vine) climbing the pergola. The large country kitchen features a professional Vulcan 6-burner gas stove,custom oak cabinetry and a vintage china cabinet. Two main level bedrooms with ample closet space and a full bath complete the main level. The versatile finished lower level features ceramic tile floors, a family room or rec room, the 3rd bedroom, a full bath and an additional small room. With a separate outside entrance this level could easily be used as in in-law or au-pair suite, or it could be made into a separate rental. The lovely yard features mature plantings including lilac,rose of sharon,dogwood,a fig tree that bears loads of fruit, a perennial herb garden and a stately oak with a tree swing! You are one block to the coop,just a few more to Metro, the shops and restaurants of Old Town Takoma and the farmer's market. Neighborhood Description Today’s Takoma Park is vibrant, diverse and one of the most highly sought after neighborhoods in the DC metropolitan area. Easy access to downtown DC by car or public transportation, Montgomery County public schools and more affordable housing prices compared to other Montgomery county neighborhoods contribute to its popularity with home buyers. Takoma Park residents are highly committed to retaining the town’s unique character and small town feel. Even our postal workers are cheery and helpful!Takoma Park is governed by a mayor and a councilmember from each of the cities six wards. The town meetings are always well attended and spirited Other city services include our own library,police department,recreation department and sanitation crews. Popular events in Takoma Park are the annual Fourth of July parade and fireworks, the sunday farmer’s market in Old Town, the annual Jazz festival in Jecqui Park and the annual folk festival and street festivals. Our charming “old town” comprises a few blocks of shops and restaurants,including a food coop,antique and gift shops, gourmet shops and video store. We are one metro stop away from the theaters,shops and restaurants of the new Silver Spring downtown project. Known for its towering shade trees and azealea gardens, Takoma Park is also home to many parks and recreation areas. Among these is Sligo Creek Park with miles of hiker/biker trails. We have a wide variety of sports offered through the Recreation center and the Takoma Park/Silver Spring Babe Ruth League: baseball,softball,soccer and girls fastpitch are offered, among others.