Welcome to this charming brick center-hall Colonial in the popular Parkwood neighborhood of Bethesda! Beautifully situated on a landscaped lot, this inviting home blends classic character with thoughtful updates and comfortable, flexible living spaces. Enter through the lovely landscaped front yard into a welcoming foyer, where you'll find the spacious living room to the left. Refinished hardwood floors and a cozy fireplace create a warm and inviting space for relaxing or gathering with family and friends. Through the living room is a versatile first-floor family room, also ideal as a private home office, featuring new carpeting, recessed lighting, ceiling fan, and its own side entrance. The separate dining room is filled with natural light and features refinished hardwood floors and convenient access to the kitchen, making entertaining and everyday meals a pleasure. The kitchen offers oak cabinetry, granite countertops, tile flooring, and stainless-steel appliances, including a new microwave, gas range, dishwasher, and side-by-side refrigerator with ice maker. A new exterior door opens directly to the renovated rear deck and fenced backyard, creating an easy connection between indoor and outdoor living. A convenient first-floor powder room completes the main level. Upstairs, three generously sized bedrooms feature hardwood floors, new ceiling fans, and ample closet space. The middle bedroom offers convenient walk-up attic access from the closet. A refreshed hall bathroom, linen closet, and charming built-in window bench complete the second level. The finished lower level provides even more room to live, work, relax, and entertain. Fresh paint, new carpeting, recessed lighting, and built-in cabinets and shelving create a comfortable and versatile space. A walk-out exit leads directly to the rear yard. The lower level also includes a renovated full bathroom with oversized shower, separate laundry room, and utility/workshop area with workbench-perfect for hobbies, projects, storage, or a dedicated workspace. Step outside and enjoy the privacy of the fenced rear yard, where the renovated deck provides the perfect setting for morning coffee, summer dinners, weekend gatherings, or simply relaxing outdoors. There's plenty of room for children and pets to play, gardening, and entertaining. A private driveway provides convenient off-street parking. The location is hard to beat. This wonderful home is just a short stroll to Kensington Parkwood Elementary and Rock Creek Park, and is conveniently close to Grosvenor Metro, the MARC Train, downtown Kensington and Bethesda. Easy access to I-495 and I-270 makes commuting throughout the region a breeze. With its classic brick exterior, gracious rooms, numerous updates, flexible living spaces, and wonderful Parkwood location, this is a home that offers both comfort and convenience-and a place you'll be happy to call home. Recent Improvements: AC: 2024 Hot Water Heater: 2021 Chimney Relined, new crown and pointing: 8/2026 Interior Painiting: 8/2026 First Floor hardwood refinishing: 8/2026 New front Fencing & Gates: 8/2026 New Carpeting in Family Room and Lower Level: 8/2026 New flooring in Utility Room: 8/2026 Deck repairs & staining: 8/2026 New Kitchen Exterior Door: 8/2026 Exterior Painting (Front & Side Doors and Shutters): 8/2026 New Microwave: 8/2026 New Commode/Powder Room: 8/2026 New Ceiling Fans: 8/2026 Kitchen Appliances: 2019 New Smoke & Carbon Detectors: 8/2026 New Hall light fixtures: 8/2026 Front Landscaping: (new bushes, beds & mulch) 8/2026