Above Asking: Bungalows and Cottages in Takoma and Michigan Park

• April 1st

by UrbanTurf Staff

In this week's Above Asking, we highlight two homes in Takoma Park and North Michigan Park that recently sold for around $60,000 above asking price. 

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A $55,000 Premium For a Takoma Park Bungalow

With its red tin roof and red front door, this two-bedroom bungalow attracted a good deal of attention from buyers and recently sold for $55,000 above its list price. The kitchen has teal cabinetry, simple finishes, white quartz counters and a door leading to an angled back deck and yard beyond. Also on the main floor, the primary bedroom includes a large closet with sliding mirror doors, and a bathroom that is shared with the rest of the level. Downstairs, a recreation room takes up the majority of the space and the walls and floors are made up of light wooden planking. An additional laundry area and an unfinished attic offer room for storage. 

• Full Listing: 623 Elm Avenue (map)
• List Price: $695,000
• Sales Price: $750,000
• Bedrooms: Two
• Bathrooms: Two
• Square Feet: 952
• Year Built: 1925
• Listing Agent: Dan Metcalf, Perennial Real Estate

Photo Courtesy of RealTour

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$60,000 Above Asking in Michigan Park

This three-bedroom cottage in North Michigan Park found a buyer five days after hitting the market, and ultimately sold at a $60,000 premium. The primary living room of the home includes lots of windows and a brick fireplace, and a formal dining area connects to the galley kitchen, which has white cabinetry, floating shelves and copper accents. Downstairs, the basement makes for a perfect entertainment space with warm wood-planked walls, a bar area and an open layout. Adding a bit of history and intrigue to the property, the original owner's names are etched into the hearth of the fireplace on this level.

• Full Listing: 4205 20th Street NE (map)
• List Price: $665,000
• Sold Price: $724,500
• Bedrooms: Three
• Bathrooms: 2.5
• Square Feet: 2,005
• Year Built: 1937
• Days on Market: 5
• Listing Agent: Suzanne Parmet, Compass

Photo Courtesy of Derek and Vee

This article originally published at https://dc.urbanturf.com/articles/blog/above_asking_bungalows_and_cottages_in_takoma_and_michigan_park/22141.