This stately, brick-front home is only 4 years old and is in excellent condition. Situated on a quiet cul-de-sac and backing to a conservation area, it provides plenty of privacy.

A long, wide driveway runs along the grassy front yard and leads to the two-car, side-load garage. The half-acre lot is enhanced by large trees and professional landscaping.

The two-story foyer is lit by a second-story window and a beautiful chandelier. Hardwood floors run from here through the living room and dining room, which are located to the right of the foyer. To the left is a carpeted den/office with French doors for privacy. A powder room and coat closet also are near the foyer.

The living room features crown molding and double windows which look to the front yard. The adjacent formal dining room is accented with crown molding, chair rail, a brass chandelier and double windows with custom, pleated shades.

Adjacent to the dining room is the eat-in kitchen. This room has upgraded, stainless-steel appliances, including a double oven, a gas cooktop, a built-in microwave and a side-by-side refrigerator. The cooktop is on the center island, which also has plenty of counter space for working and informal dining. Cherry cabinets with stainless-steel knobs, Corian countertops, a desk and a built-in wine rack complete the room.

The breakfast area has a chandelier and space for a dining table. A door here opens to a wooden landing with steps on three sides and a patio highlighted by a brick wall with built-in lights. The expansive yard is grassy with several mature trees.

A half-wall separates the breakfast area and the large family room, which features Berber carpeting, recessed lighting and a wall of windows that overlook the backyard. The windows in both of these rooms have custom wood blinds. A mudroom connects the kitchen and the garage.

A carpeted stairway leads to the second level. At the end of an open hallway is the master bedroom. The master suite features a beautiful, arched ceiling with a fan; windows with custom wood blinds; two walk-in closets; and an ample sitting area. The adjacent garden bath has a soaking tub with detailed ceramic tile, set beneath a window with custom pleated shades; a separate shower stall; a water closet; a double sink and a ceramic floor.

Three additional bedrooms all have wall-to-wall, plush carpeting, closets and wonderful views from the windows. A full bath is equipped with a shower/tub combination and a vanity with a sink.

A laundry room and a linen closet also are on this level.

The lower level is finished with a recreation room, a large full bath and an extra room that could serve as a guest or au-pair room. The spacious rec room has a porcelain floor, recessed lighting, a gas fireplace and a sliding-glass door with custom mini-blinds. The door opens to a set of doublewide stairs that lead to the backyard.

Also on this level are a closet, a utility area and a large, unfinished room.

Additional features of the house include a two-zone cooling and heating system, a Brinks security system and upgraded light fixtures.

Commuting is easy with the Glenmont Metro station less than four miles away and a bus stop nearby on Homecrest Road.

Specialties of the house

Address: 9 Homecrest Court, Silver Spring

Style: Colonial

Lot size: 0.56 acre

Price: $645,800

Estimated taxes: $7,315

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 3 full, 1 half

Contact: Delores Valentine, RE/MAX Realty Group, 301-921-2640, 301-502-7140

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