1548 Northgate Rd Washington, DC 20012

Listing details for 1548 Northgate Rd, Washington, DC 20012 : Stately 1948 brick Colonial with slate roof in sought-after Shepherd Park, just blocks to Metro and downtown Silver Spring restaurants, shops and amenities. This beautifully renovated and maintained property features 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms blending timeless architecture with extensive, high-quality upgrades. *** Updated lighting, new shutters, new porch columns, and a slate front porch create instant curb appeal. ***The main and upper levels feature refinished hardwood floors (including closets), fresh interior paint, updated lighting, and thoughtfully restored character throughout. ***The renovated kitchen includes Kraftmaid cabinetry with pull-out drawers, Silestone countertops, subway tile backsplash, KitchenAid appliances (gas convection oven with warming drawer, refrigerator with ice maker, microwave & dishwasher) and a LVT floor. A new dishwasher and kitchen roof vent were added in 2026. ***You'll find a separate dining room with bow window and shelf. The large living room runs the left side of the house and features 3 walls with windows, as well as access to a lovely sunroom with a terra cotta tile floor and 3 walls of windows that look out back into the yard. Each sunroom window is equipped with a high quality, remote controlled shades. The single remote can either open and close each shade separately or all of them at one time! The renovated 1/2 bath is located at the end of the entrance hallway. ***Upstairs, you'll find 3 bedrooms with ceiling fans and closet doors with automatic open door lighting, as well as 2 full bathrooms with Bluetooth-enabled ceiling speakers. A charming cushioned window seat under the updated diamond-paned window provides a lovely architectural detail.***All bathrooms were fully renovated with elevated finishes including marble tile, Kohler Memoirs fixtures, a Mirabelle soaking tub and rainfall shower with body jets.***A pull down stair on the upper level landing accesses the large standing height attic with dormers, all of which provides storage galore or the opportunity to create more living area to the house.***The fully renovated lower level (2023–2024) offers exceptional versatility, ideal for guests, recreation, or flexible living space featuring a new full bath (French drain, lighted niche, defog mirror), kitchenette with quartz countertops, refrigerator, LVT flooring, six Polk Bluetooth ceiling speakers, updated drywall, new exterior door, custom stair railing. The large utility room features a wall of cabinets w/ countertop that makes it easy to work on projects or just use as storage. The full sized washer (2024) and dryer are here as well. ***Major system upgrades include a new HVAC system with electronic dual filtration (2024) (with water sensor to give alert if there is a water leak), Thompson Creek windows throughout, slate roof improvements including new Duraslate porch roof (2025), gutters replaced, and recent roof repairs (a full list of updates and upgrades is available in the Documents section of this listing). ***Ring doorbell systems on front and kitchen doors. Ring motion detecting security system available inside.***Outdoor living is equally impressive with extensive landscaping, fully fenced back yard, indirect landscape lighting, patio railings, slate walkways and a composite stone paved area that provides room for your table and chairs for outdoor entertainment.*** The wide paved alley provides convenient rear access through the double gate fence doors to the permeable gravel parking pad that easily accommodates 2 cars and makes for level access to the kitchen or sunroom. You’ll find mature landscaping and thoughtfully designed storage areas.***Classic curb appeal, modern systems, and meticulous maintenance make this Shepherd Park residence a standout opportunity.