626 RITCHIE AVENUE, SILVER SPRING, MD 20910

Welcome to 626 Ritchie Ave!This home, circa 1918, has so much character and charm, it's hard not to fall in love with it. Enter into a sitting room with a cozy wood stove providing space to take off your coat and stay awhile. The living room has wall of built ins and handsome custom beams providing a nice place to relax or entertain. Open to the dining room which features original friezes that are sure to be a conversation starter. The bright opened kitchen with counter seating for 2, provides ample space for all of your cooking endeavors. Features loads of counter space, ample cabinets and the pantry closet that everyone wants! Finishing out the main floor is a sunny family room and handy powder room. And let's talk about the outdoor space – the expansive deck overlooking the flagstone patio and fenced rear yard is a dream for enjoying some outdoor fun in the sun!Upstairs, you've got 2 bedrooms with ceiling fans and ample closet space with built-in organizers. There's also this cute little office nook in the hall that's full of sunshine and has a great view out of multiple windows. In a similar styled home, this space was walled off to create a private office or nursery. The pretty ceramic tiled bath has extra storage cabinets and a tub/shower.The basement level is unfinished. It includes plenty of space for storage and 3 large work benches for all your projects. The home has central AC to keep you comfortable in the heat of the summer. New or recently updated items to the home:  Bryant Heat Pump,2022; Carpet on main level, 2023;  Carpet upper level,  2018, Elfa Systems added to bedroom and Pantry closets; Ecobee  Smart Thermostat; Ring Doorbell;  Solar system- owned, 2017; Luxury vinyl flooring in Family Room and Kitchen, 2019; Freshly painted interior, 2024; New Front Storm Door, 2024; GE dishwasher, 2021; Samsung 5 burner gas stove, 2020; Powder Room vanity and toilet, 2020.Located in the desirable Blair neighborhood with convenient access to nearby amenities in Takoma Park and downtown Silver Spring. With 2 metro stops and bus lines close by, it's an easy commute into DC. The area is also full of delightful parks to explore by bike or on foot. Don't miss the opportunity to make this lovely property your own. Schedule a showing today!