5148 Tilden St NW, Washington, DC 20016

This beautiful red brick residence is ideally located in the heart of Spring Valley on over a quarter acre lot. Originally built in 1939, this lovely home has been seamlessly expanded to include over 5,600 square feet of exceptionally maintained interior living space. The house features a highly desirable floor plan with generous formal rooms and comfortable family living spaces. There are lovely hardwood floors, elegant crown moldings, and oversized windows, providing spectacular natural sunlight throughout. The main level offers a welcoming foyer with a gracious flow to the attractive living room. The living room has three large windows and a wood-burning fireplace. It neighbors the sophisticated dining room, which has convenient swinging doors to both the kitchen on one side and the family room on the other. The gourmet chef’s kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a large center island with breakfast bar seating, and abundant cabinetry storage. There is also an adjoining breakfast room with a built-in desk, window seats with storage, and glass paneled doors to the rear deck and yard. French doors lead to the generously-scaled family room, which also accesses the backyard. There is the added convenience of a powder room and coat closet on this floor. The second level has five bedrooms and three bathrooms, including the well-appointed primary suite. The primary bedroom has a soaring Cathedral ceiling and has a private sitting room/office, a large walk-in closet, and an en-suite bathroom. All additional bedrooms on this floor are spacious and light-filled. The third floor offers a large finished attic space with multiple closets for additional storage. The lower level of the residence offers a large recreation room with a fireplace, a laundry room, bathroom, and multiple storage rooms. The exterior of the residence is exceptionally private. The fully fenced rear yard is flat with mature trees and beautiful landscaping. There is an expansive deck with multiple seating areas for outdoor dining and entertaining. There is also a one-car garage and driveway parking. This exceptional residence is located within close proximity to neighborhood favorite restaurants, shops, and parks.