SoldMay 11, 2022

Listed by Carmen Fontecilla from Compass

Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2044266

5511 Johnson Ave, Bethesda, MD, 20817

$1,185,000

4
4
1
2822 sq. ft.
7829 sq. ft.

SingleFam

30+ days on the market

Sold: May 11, 2022

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About this property

This 4-bedroom Bethesda home has a unique charm you will not find elsewhere. Enter on a spacious foyer that flows to the living room/Piano adjacent to the dining room. The large sun-filled family room is separated by a central stairwell. The large renovated gourmet kitchen and breakfast area with wood burned fireplace are adjacent to a home office space, and they flow to an amazing backyard. In the second level you will find the primary suite with walk-in closet and attached renovated bath, 3 additional bedrooms, and a hall bath are also part of this level. The finished lower level is home to a family area, laundry space, and a full recently renovated bath. The large backyard has an expansive stone patio that stretches between the home and the detached garage. In addition, the homeowner can enjoy the convenience of a large finished space above the garage that can be used as exercise room, play area and can also be converted into a guest suite, or home office. The yard is fenced for privacy to provide the perfect area for relaxing or entertaining. 5511 Johnson Ave is located just a quick walk from NIH and roughly one and a half miles from Downtown Bethesda. Enjoy easy access to 495 via Old Georgetown Rd, and plenty of public transit options such as metro Red Line from Medical Center, WMATA and RideOn Buses, and more.

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Seller reviews

about 4 years ago

Carmen is the most amazing realtor. She has...

Carmen is the most amazing realtor. She has helped us sell two homes and buy one. She is thoughtful, deliberate, kind, compassionate, and a master strategist. She knows the local market - buyer and seller perspectives - and leverages a vibrant network with full service options to serve her clients. Carmen is also incredibly intuitive and warm and will constantly assess and anticipate her client’s needs and clearly communicate at all times. We are moving out of the area and I wish we could take her with us!

G
Greenberg Jay
Seller
about 4 years ago

Carmen Fontecilla and her team are amazing...

Carmen Fontecilla and her team are amazing, knowledgeable professionals and we highly recommend them! Carmen has shepherded us through three transactions in Bethesda and Rockville, and each time she has surpassed our expectations. Most recently, Carmen sold our house which went over asking and with no contingencies, plus free rentback while we coordinated our move. What more could a seller ask for? Not only is she savvy and experienced, she gets phenomenal results and she exudes warmth and care. She really listens and works with her clients as a team effort. She guided us through every step from preparation and staging of the house to after closing. Our first transaction with Carmen was with a Rockville condo in a building where many units were for sale and we despaired that ours could compete. She sold our unit while all the others sat on the market! We knew she was a treasure and we were thrilled to work with her again. We are forever grateful for Carmen's dedication and hard work and we whole-heartedlyrecommend Carmen Fontecilla and her team!

C
Cynthia Greenberg
Seller

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