Welcome to 517 Ethan Allen Avenue, a beautifully updated brick Cape in the heart of Takoma Park. Originally constructed around 1940, the home artfully blends period character with contemporary upgrades and boasts a wealth of architectural details, including wood floors, recessed lighting, charming dormers, and updated bathrooms and kitchen. Step inside through the covered entry and discover the spacious living room with recessed lighting, a fireplace, and access to the covered side porch. The generous dining room seamlessly opens to the renovated kitchen, featuring granite counters, handsome cabinetry, gas cooking, stainless steel appliances, and convenient access to the deck, backyard, and driveway. Completing the main level is an updated powder room, providing added convenience for guests, and a main level bedroom with custom-built ins. Upstairs, the second level is comprised of two bright bedrooms with dormers and a renovated full bathroom with a glass barn door. Downstairs, the lower level offers a versatile family room, a dual entry full bathroom, and a large storage room with laundry facilities. Outside, enjoy the inviting side porch, the fenced yard, and the convenient long driveway with parking for two cars. 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.