Welcome to 9701 Connecticut Avenue, a beautiful and welcoming colonial brick home on a spacious corner lot in Kensington, MD. This thoughtfully designed residence offers 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms across 3,968 square feet of living space, set on a generous 16,860 square foot lot that is completely buffered from Connecticut Ave with tall shrubs and fencing. As you enter, the inviting foyer introduces you to the heart of the home. On the right, the large eat-in kitchen is equipped with modern stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, a center kitchen island with seating, tons of kitchen cabinet space, and an open area for dining. On the other side of the house is an inviting living room featuring a fireplace and spacious sitting area ideal for unwinding after a long day. The main floor also boasts a generous master suite, providing convenience and privacy. Connected to the living room and the main floor master is a lovely rear sunroom with big windows that makes a great flex space for a playroom or exercise room. Upstairs you will find three large bright bedrooms each capable of accommodating king sized beds, lots of closets and 2 modern full bathrooms one of which is en suite. In the finished basement there is another recreation room with a fireplace that is the perfect place for watching TV. This space also includes a minibar with sink, wine fridge and wine storage area that makes entertaining effortless. The lower level also includes an additional bedroom or den, a full bathroom and a separate unfinished area with laundry facilities and abundant storage. Above the garage, discover a separate private suite with a full bath, ideal for a home office or an in-law or nanny apartment, offering both comfort and independence. The expansive fenced yard is a private oasis, boasting a lush lawn, mature trees, a fire pit area, a children's play set, a tranquil pond feature with a fountain surrounded by a serene rock garden, and a private back patio. The 2-car garage will accommodate your cars plus storage for outdoor items, and the driveway provides additional parking for up to 4 cars. Since 2022, the owners have introduced designer finishes, elegant upgrades and storage solutions, a new water heater, and an electric vehicle charging station enhancing the home's charm and functionality. Experience the refined blend of style and practicality at 9701 Connecticut Avenue—a home perfectly tailored for modern living and varied lifestyle needs. Situated just off Connecticut Avenue near Kensington’s Antique Row, the Saturday morning Farmers Market, Rock Creek Park’s hiking and biking trails, schools, shopping and entertainment venues and more! A commuter’s dream with close proximity to the Metro, the Marc Train, the Capital Beltway, downtown Bethesda, Chevy Chase and Washington, DC. Book your showing today!
For sale
Price cut: $50K (7/8)
$1,475,000
9701 Connecticut Ave, Kensington, MD 20895
5beds
4,068sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
0.39 Acres Lot
$1,441,500 Zestimate®
$363/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Lush lawnColonial brick homeFinished basementInviting foyerPrivate back patioMature treesKing sized beds
- 72 days
- on Zillow |
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 29, 2025 at 11:10am
Listed by:
George Lima 202-329-5068,
Compass (202) 545-6900
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDMC2180260

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Utility Room, Bonus Room
Bonus room
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Level: Main
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
Storage room
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Wall Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Partial,Improved,Exterior Entry,Rear Entrance,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,528
- Total interior livable area: 4,068 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,400
- Finished area below ground: 668
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Storage, Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Asphalt, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Play Equipment, Stone Retaining Walls, Water Fountains
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 0.39 Acres
- Features: Front Yard, Landscaped, Pond, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 161301405497
- Zoning: R90
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod,Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1947
- Major remodel year: 2018
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Kensington
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Kensington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $363/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,152,067
- Annual tax amount: $12,869
- Date on market: 5/20/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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