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5316 CARDINAL CT Bethesda, MD 20816
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Key Details
Sold Price $1,700,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 4,350 sqft
Price per Sqft $390
Subdivision Westmoreland Hills
MLS Listing ID MDMC2138716
Sold Date 09/13/24
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 3
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 3,300
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1969
Annual Tax Amount $18,911
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 0.318 Acres
Acres 0.32
Property Description
Park-like setting, so close in. Classic elegance in one of the most appealing locations in the National Capital area, this handsome brick colonial is sited in the keystone position of a hidden yet vibrant Bethesda cul-de-sac. Welcome to 5316 Cardinal Court in the coveted Sumner Park area of Westmoreland Hills.
Backing to private parkland and brimming with curb appeal, it charms with a classic brick façade punctuated by two oversized bay windows, gorgeous flowering shrubs, and mature trees. Flagstone patios and walkways smoothly rise and fall among the tiered gardens, creating a very special and private experience.
This quintessential five-bedroom home shines with its hardwood floors, decorative moldings, arched doorways, and gracious room sizes. It’s perfect for large-scale entertaining or intimate gatherings.
With more than 4350+/- SF, the traditional floor plan allows for various types of entertaining. The sizable living room is
anchored by a gas fireplace with decorative mantle; it provides enough room for multiple seating areas and decorative options. The living room leads into the formal dining room which features dentil molding, lighted tray ceiling, and views of the expansive garden. The additional garden room with soaring vaulted ceiling brings a connection to the outdoors for everyday living. The library features floor-to-ceiling built-ins that can accommodate any bibliophile’s collection. It also includes the first of two powder rooms on the main floor for added convenience. The formal powder room serves guests from the front foyer.
The heart of the home is a functional eat-in kitchen that offers table space, ample granite countertops for food prep, a walk-in pantry, an additional buffet area, and access to the oversized two-car garage. Bringing home groceries has never been easier. The accessible stone patio, draped with flowering vines and shrubs, provides space for grilling and serves as a private respite for a cocktail or coffee.
Upstairs, the versatile floor plan features four large bedrooms, a sitting room, a laundry room, and attic storage. Thoughtfully expanded, the primary suite’s private sitting room anchors the resort-like space and features access to a private stone patio and terraced garden, a custom walk-in closet, and an en suite full bath. Three additional bedrooms and two full bathrooms round out the floor plan: One bedroom features a private balcony, which can be finished for daily enjoyment, while another includes an en suite bath. All feature hardwood floors, tall ceilings, and large closets.
The spectacular garden level features a recreation room with a fireplace, a kitchenette, a storage room, another half bath, and an oversized fifth bedroom. This unique garden level allows for easy access to the expansive, wooded, and flowering lot. Additional features of this home include an attached two-car garage with a private driveway.
The dramatic lot offers elements of privacy and grand-scale options. Professionally landscaped and well-cared-for by the fastidious homeowner, this large lot offers enjoyment as it is, with its multi-tiered gathering areas, or for future enhancements such as a play space, garden, or pool. Private and secure access to the protected parkland adjacent to and behind the property provides homeowners with an ideal connection to the trails and parks of Bethesda.
This spectacular residence offers tranquil living while being close to both Spring Valley and Westbard Square shopping districts, the Metro, downtown DC, and Bethesda. Steps to the Capital Crescent Trail, Little Falls Park, and Westmoreland Park. Westbrook, Westland, B-CC schools serve the neighborhood. Inbounds for Little Falls Swimming Club. It also offers the best cul-de-sac gatherings anywhere. Welcome home.
Location
State MD
County Montgomery
Zoning R60
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Foyer, Study, Sun/Florida Room, Recreation Room, Utility Room, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
Basement Outside Entrance, Side Entrance, Fully Finished, Full, Improved, Walkout Level
Interior
Interior Features Kitchen - Table Space, Dining Area, Built-Ins, Floor Plan - Traditional, 2nd Kitchen, Attic, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Walk-in Closet(s)
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling Central A/C, Zoned
Flooring Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl Plank
Fireplaces Number 2
Fireplaces Type Brick, Mantel(s), Gas/Propane
Equipment Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Humidifier, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer
Fireplace Y
Window Features Screens,Wood Frame,Bay/Bow,Skylights
Appliance Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Humidifier, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer
Heat Source Natural Gas
Laundry Basement
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio(s)
Parking Features Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces 2.0
Fence Fully
Utilities Available Cable TV Available
Water Access N
View Trees/Woods
Roof Type Unknown
Street Surface Black Top
Accessibility None
Porch Patio(s)
Road Frontage Private
Attached Garage 2
Total Parking Spaces 2
Garage Y
Building
Lot Description Backs - Parkland, Backs to Trees, Cul-de-sac, Landscaping, Trees/Wooded
Story 2
Foundation Brick/Mortar
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Colonial
Level or Stories 2
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type Plaster Walls,Dry Wall
New Construction N
Schools
Elementary Schools Westbrook
Middle Schools Westland
High Schools Bethesda-Chevy Chase
School District Montgomery County Public Schools
Others
Pets Allowed Y
Senior Community No
Tax ID 160700693157
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Security Features Electric Alarm,Monitored
Acceptable Financing Conventional, Cash
Listing Terms Conventional, Cash
Financing Conventional,Cash
Special Listing Condition Standard
Pets Allowed No Pet Restrictions
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Bought with Michael A Norris • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.