Start the New Year off right! Steps from the heart of Historic Kensington, this 1987 colonial blends timeless charm with modern updates. Set in a friendly, wooded neighborhood, this home offers more than 2,400 SF of finished living space across three warm levels. The main level is both cozy and functional, with hardwood floors throughout. The formal living and dining rooms enjoy tranquil views of the backyard woods and creek which are complemented by elegant plantation shutters. An eat-in kitchen flows seamlessly into the family room complete with a vaulted ceiling, gas fireplace, and sliding doors opening to one of two decks , making it perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. A conveniently located powder room completes the level. Upstairs, the primary suite overlooks a lush green canopy and features a spacious en suite bath. Two additional bedrooms, all with ample closet space, share a generously sized full bath in the hallway. The lower level offers a bright recreation room, third full bath, large laundry room with extra storage, and an additional semi-finished room - easily turned into a workshop, guest suite, home office, gym…. The perfect blank canvas to get creative! A sliding door walks out to the lower deck, the nearby shed and play area and wooded yard that spans .39 peaceful acres. Just minutes from both the Connecticut Avenue corridor and MARC train as well as the wooded trails of Rock Creek Park, antique shops, restaurants, and farmers markets, this home offers a perfect balance of urban convenience and small town allure. A true Kensington gem, this home is not to be missed! Key Features: * New carpet on upper and lower levels (2024) * Bathrooms remodeled (2017) * Plantation shutters on main and lower levels (2018) * New windows and sliding doors (2018) * New roof (2018) * Hot water tank replaced (2021) * One-car garage with storage + extra-wide two-car driveway