6610 POPLAR AVENUE, TAKOMA PARK, MD 20912 - Alena Kirillov Real Estate

$949,000

Welcome to 6610 Poplar Avenue - a renovated woodland cottage full of warmth, character, and income potential. Originally built in 1924, this enchanting home has been thoughtfully updated while preserving its timeless charm, and it includes a separate, fully equipped one-bedroom lower-level apartment. A covered front porch with a tongue-and-groove… Read More ceiling sets the tone, inviting you into a space rich with architectural detail. Inside, the main level features original refinished Red Pine floors, vintage touches, and wonderful natural light. The sun-lit living room centers around a wood-burning fireplace and flows effortlessly into the open dining area. The beautifully renovated kitchen is a standout, offering honed granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, clever custom cabinetry, excellent prep space, and stackable laundry. It opens into a cheerful breakfast room, flooded with light. Just beyond, a covered rear porch with a vaulted gabled ceiling overlooks the picturesque backyard - a perfect spot to relax or dine outdoors. This level also includes two spacious bedrooms with wood flooring, overhead lighting, mini-split systems, and an updated full bathroom. Upstairs, you'll find a large bedroom with two charming nooks - ideal for a reading area, home office, or creative space. The bright lower-level one-bedroom apartment / in-law suite offers excellent rental potential and features its own private entrances, cement flooring, a living area, a granite kitchen, full bathroom, bedroom, and in-unit laundry. It also has access to the backyard and patio, as well as a separate storage room accessed from the exterior. All of the furnishings in the rental apartment are negotiable for sale. Set on a generous, private lot, the property is surrounded by vibrant landscaping and mature plantings. Outdoor amenities include a Trex rear porch, an expansive rear patio with space for a firepit, a large fenced backyard with a deer fence, a private driveway, and charming brick paver walkways. This is a rare opportunity to own a distinctive home in a wooded Takoma Park setting - with space, flexibility, and potential income, all in one beautiful package. Additionally, the home is equipped with leased solar panels, providing an energy-efficient and eco-friendly benefit. This residence is adjacent to the tranquil 6.5-acre Sligo Mill Neighborhood Conservation Area, an undeveloped parkland managed by the City of Takoma Park. This peaceful retreat is home to a lush tree canopy, Takoma Branch Creek, and local wildlife, including deer, rabbits, and birds. Nearby, Sligo Mill Overlook Neighborhood Park features a playground and a community garden maintained by the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). Enjoy easy access to downtown DC via North Capitol Street (just a 20-minute drive), Metro, or bus. A community garden and playground are just half a block away, and numerous walking trails weave through the neighborhood, fostering a deep connection to nature. Experience the best of Takoma Park - a vibrant, tight-knit community with convenient access to shopping, dining, entertainment, and the Takoma Metro Station, just about a mile away. Read Less

Courtesy of Daniel Metcalf, Perennial Real Estate, [email protected].

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

May 28, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

2,074

Lot Size

0.16 Acres

Year Built

1924

MLS Number

MDMC2178082

30 Days Snapshot Of 20912

$750k

-5%

(avg) sold price

+25%

homes sold

-63%

(avg) days on market

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Appliances & Equipment

Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked

Basement

Daylight, Full, Improved, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Side Entrance, Walkout Level

Building

2,074 sqft living area, 1,424 sqft above grade (finished), 650 sqft below grade (finished), 191 sqft below grade (unfinished), Built in 1924, Structure Type: Detached, 3 levels, Bungalow, Cottage, Frame

Cooling

Electric, Ductless/Mini-Split

Fees

Front Foot Fee Pymt Freq: Annually

Fireplaces

1 fireplace, Mantel(s)

Floors

Wood

Foundation

Slab

Heating

Natural Gas, Electric, Radiator

Interior Features

Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Country, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Table Space, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors

Laundry

Basement, Main Floor

Lot

7,000 sqft, 0.16 acres

Parking

Brick Driveway

Property

Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Patio(s)

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

City/Town Tax: $3,188, City/Town Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, County Tax: $6,648, County Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, Tax Annual Amount: $9,994, Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Hot Water: Natural Gas

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