5113 Newport Avenue , Bethesda, MD 20816Asking Price of: $1,850,000

Exquisite five bedroom / three-and-one-half bath home sited on a lush, serene lot while providing easy access to all that Friendship Heights and Spring Valley have to offer. Craftsmanship shines in every space with custom millwork, hardwood floors, moldings, and two fireplaces. Stunning 2017 renovation and meticulously maintained, this home offers thoughtful design and seamless flow for entertaining. From the moment you step onto the charming covered front porch, you’ll sense the warmth and sophistication that define this home. Curb appeal abounds with a beautifully landscaped front yard and an expansive front covered porch. The formal living / dining room, with its fireplace and natural light, is the perfect place to welcome guests. At the heart of the home, the state-of-the-art kitchen is an entertainer’s dream: quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry; sliding glass doors to a spacious rear deck overlooking the lush backyard surrounded by mature foliage; and adjacent to the gracious family room with a bay window. A lovely powder room completes the main level of the home. The second level enjoys the primary suite with a large custom walk-in closet and a sizable en suite bath with a custom shower. There are three additional well-appointed bedrooms with natural light, as well as a renovated full bath and a second floor laundry room. Additional living areas can be found on the walk-out lower level, including a recreation/playroom, a handsome den anchored by a fireplace, the fifth bedroom and another full bath, as well as storage space. There’s also access to an expansive covered patio and beyond to the backyard, which is a true highlight -- private, and fully fenced with mature landscaping. Additional highlights include a long private driveway and a storage shed. From this supreme location, enjoy walkability to schools, parks, trails, and shopping -- with quick access to Downtown Bethesda, the Metro, Walter Reed, NIH, and major commuter routes. Welcome home! Westgate is beloved for the quiet, tree-lined community while maintaining all of the advantages of urban living. Whether running errands, dining out, shopping, or enjoying an activity, endless options are close by. Wonderful parks surround the area. Top-rated schools and commuting with ease are other advantages of the peaceful neighborhood. Nearby Metro and major commuting routes make navigating into Bethesda, Friendship Heights, Chevy Chase, and Tenleytown a breeze. Named one of Bethesda Magazine’s “Great Neighborhoods,” this well-established community continues to delight residents decade after decade. Active and tight-knit, with its Fourth of July and Halloween parades, block parties, and other community events, Westgate (sometimes called “Westbrook Neighborhood”) is a short stroll to restaurants, Millies and Bluestone Lane,a hometown butcher at Wagshal's, sidewalk dining at Pizzeria Paradiso and Compass Coffee, Crate & Barrel, and the Spring Valley Shopping Center. Just one mile to the Friendship Heights Metro and all its conveniences, including dining, shopping, Amazon Grocery, medical offices, Whole Foods, and more. Westbrook Elementary, Westland Middle, and B-CC High schools serve the neighborhood. In-bounds for the Little Falls Swimming Club.