7125 Poplar Ave, Takoma Park, MD 20912

Vintage Sears Bungalow, The Crescent model, from 1923, is a Contributing Resource in the Maryland Inventory of Historical Properties and therefore eligible for State and County tax credits for approved exterior improvements. Steps to the Coop, Old Town Takoma shops and restaurants, Farmers Market and Metro. The Crescent model was marketed as being "for folks who like a touch of individuality". This house offers a sweet front porch, charming outdoor spaces, large windows and tall ceilings, and all the modern updates that matter most! The main floor features an open living/dining combination, and bedrooms/offices connected by a recently renovated full bath. The kitchen features a very efficient and stylish plan to maximize space and includes a ceramic tile backsplash, custom stone counter, Bosch appliances which are panel covered to match the cabinets, and a gas range. Upstairs are the 3rd bedroom, a walk-in cedar lined closet and owner's bedroom with ensuite bath and a second walk-in closet. Charm abounds in the dark wood trim and views of trees out every window! The lower level features a large finished family room and an unfinished workshop/laundry area. The expansive sunny front yard is a gardener's dream: an edible landscape that features a wide variety of easy care perennial food and pollinator plants which include fig tree, 3 types of cherries, persimmon, blueberries, hardy kiwi, artichokes, hazelnut, gooseberries, currants, cranberries, blackberries, raspberries, asparagus, lots of herbs. Tomatoes, peppers and eggplants also! Backyard is framed by grand old trees and features a paw paw patch, and a rain garden with native plants, which, in combination with a French drain along the foundation provides excellent protection against flooding in our increasingly severe storms. Expansive evergreen-forested side yard offers a meditative garden and gathering area, flagstone patio and additional plantings of no maintenance natives. Nestled in a double forested lot!! Driveway at rear for easy access to the kitchen door. No need to walk up those steps!! Park there! Brand new Central Air 2022, roof 2019. This is the one you've been waiting for!!