Welcome to this sun-drenched, south-facing expanded Victorian beauty, graced with a welcoming front porch and perched on a hill overlooking scenic Sligo Creek Park. This elegant property showcases timeless character with wood floors, delightful nooks, stunning windows, open concept living, and striking architectural details. The incredible natural light flowing into this home creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, complemented by the soothing sounds of birds chirping and the gentle babbling of the creek. This is a place where one can truly find peace, tranquility, and happiness. The inviting covered wrap-around front porch sets the tone as you enter the home. Inside, the formal dining room features crown molding and decorative columns, seamlessly flowing into the living room with walls of windows and an office alcove. The light-filled family room boasts a gas fireplace and opens to the gourmet kitchen, a true culinary delight with granite counters, a center island, stainless steel appliances, a new dishwasher, and a pantry. Adjacent to the kitchen is a bright breakfast area with picturesque park views. A powder room completes this level. The second level offers three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a lovely primary suite with an office nook, a spacious bathroom with a double vanity, a soaking tub, and a separate shower. The top level features an additional primary suite with incredible windows with park views, a vaulted ceiling, custom built-ins, a sink and wet bar, a walk-in closet, a linen closet, recessed lighting, an office niche, and a private bathroom with glass tile accents and a sun tunnel skylight. This level also provides access to eave storage. The bedroom includes a distinctive door with a green glass panel, allowing natural light to flood the room while maintaining privacy. The lower level includes a semi-finished recreation room with recessed lighting, a mudroom entry, laundry, and access to the garage. This level also has a rough-in for a potential bathroom. Outside, the property offers two charming porches, including a rear porch with grapevines, as well as a garage, a driveway, and lush mature plantings. The landscaping includes a fruit-bearing fig tree, crape myrtles, a pomegranate tree, maple trees, cherry blossoms, and many other gorgeous plantings. Ideally located near Sligo Creek Park and its scenic trails, this home is also just steps from Sligo Creek Playground, perfect for outdoor fun and recreation. It is close to the Takoma Park Library and Community Center and just one mile from the Takoma Park Metro Station. Enjoy the vibrant charm of Takoma Park with its strong sense of community, local shops, restaurants, a popular farmers' market, and entertainment options in both Takoma Park and downtown Silver Spring. This close-knit neighborhood is known for its lively block parties, Halloween gatherings, and friendly meetups, making it a truly special place to call home.
For sale
$1,249,000
903 Heather Ave, Takoma Park, MD 20912
4beds
3,110sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2002
5,858 Square Feet Lot
$1,219,400 Zestimate®
$402/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gas fireplaceExpanded victorian beautyCrape myrtlesMaple treesWalk-in closetFruit-bearing fig treeCustom built-ins
- 46 days
- on Zillow |
- 503 |
- 19 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 22, 2025 at 06:39am
Listed by:
Dan Metcalf 301-830-1221,
Perennial Real Estate (301) 450-6999,
Listing Team: Finn Family Group
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDMC2167442

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Recreation Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Built-in Features, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Attached Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Walk-In Closet(s), Attached Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double Sink, Soaking Tub
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Crown Molding, Chair Rail, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Fireplace - Gas
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Upper
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Crown Molding
- Level: Main
Mud room
- Features: Flooring - Concrete
- Level: Lower
Recreation room
- Features: Recessed Lighting, Flooring - Concrete
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Ductless, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Electric, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level, Laundry Room, Mud Room
Features
- Soaking Tub, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Molding, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Open Floorplan, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Bar
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Improved,Exterior Entry,Partially Finished,Side Entrance
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,465
- Total interior livable area: 3,110 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,310
- Finished area below ground: 800
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Park/Greenbelt, Scenic Vista
- Body of water: Sligo Creek
Lot
- Size: 5,858 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 161303179600
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2002
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Takoma Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Takoma Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $402/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $797,900
- Annual tax amount: $13,748
- Date on market: 7/10/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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