PLEASE SUBMIT OFFERS BY TUESDAY, 1/14 @NOON! Welcome to this expansive mid-century modern gem, perfectly situated along the Massachusetts Avenue corridor in the sought-after Walt Whitman school district! This home offers five bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms, featuring over 4,500 square feet spread across two sun-filled levels, designed for both entertaining and everyday comfort. With its open, light-drenched spaces and flexible layout, the possibilities here are endless. Step into the grand two-story foyer, where marble floors and a striking staircase make an unforgettable first impression. To the left, you’ll find convenient garage access, while to the right, a massive family room awaits, featuring brand-new LVP flooring, a wood-burning fireplace, and plenty of space for a recreation area, game tables, and more. A convenient powder room accompanies the space with access from both the family room and the adjacent hallway. Continue down the hallway where you’ll find a private living corridor, perfect for in-laws, teenagers, or live-in help, featuring two bedrooms, one oversized with access to the backyard, as well as a full bathroom between the two bedrooms. Full-sized windows drench these bedrooms with tons of natural light. Also on this level, you’ll find a large laundry room with built-in shelving, a utility sink, and an oversized Subzero fridge, as well as a variety of storage spaces including a large pantry, under-stair storage cubby, and coat closet. Make your way upstairs to the grand living room with soaring ceilings, a second wood-burning fireplace with exposed brick, and double doors leading to the back stone patio, making for ideal indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. The formal dining room features beautiful built-ins with a charming sliding ladder. The kitchen, ready for your personal touch, features solid bones with ample cabinetry, a gas range, a skylight, and a side door leading to a second driveway. This thoughtful addition makes unloading groceries a breeze! On the opposite wing of the house, you’ll find the massive primary suite with an attached bonus room, perfect for a home office or den, both offering walk-out access to the back patio. The spacious wak-in closet provides access to the luxurious primary bathroom with walk-in spa shower and soaking tub. Continue down the hall to find two additional bedrooms with oversized windows and another well-appointed full bathroom with shower and tub. Ample linen closets provide even more storage. Unique architecture, a private flat backyard, a one-car garage, and dual driveways make this home an exceptional find. Located just minutes from the D.C. border, Sangamore Shopping Center, the new Westbard Square, the C & O Canal, and the Potomac River, along with countless other conveniences, this property offers unmatched potential in an unbeatable location. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to make it your own! Click on video link for virtual tour, floor plans, and immersive 3D tour.
Sold for $1,710,000 on 01/30/25
$1,710,000
5914 Onondaga Rd, Bethesda, MD 20816
5beds
5,252sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
7,900 Square Feet Lot
$1,702,200 Zestimate®
$326/sqft
$6,339 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 30, 2025 at 10:33pm
Listed by:
Carolyn Sappenfield 240-353-7601,
TTR Sotheby's International Realty,
Listing Team: The Carolyn Homes Team
Bought with:
Margie Halem, 94135
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDMC2161398

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 2516
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Improved,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Heated,Garage Access,Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,252
- Total interior livable area: 5,252 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,736
- Finished area below ground: 2,516
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 7,900 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 160700689918
- Zoning: R60
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Bethesda
- Subdivision: High Point
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Services availability

Get pre-qualified for a loan
At Zillow Home Loans, we can pre-qualify you in as little as 5 minutes with no impact to your credit score.An equal housing lender. NMLS #10287.