Open House Sunday, 5/1 from 1-4pm *** This delightful 3 bedroom 2.5 bath brick Raised Ranch in conveniently located Carroll Springs provides natural light galore! Upgrades to note: * Updated kitchen and bathrooms; * Two fireplaces; * Cedar closet in lower level bonus room; * New roof with architectural shingles (2020); * Gas heat & cooking; * New stamped concrete walkway and rear patio; * Replaced Garage door (2015); * Fully fenced rear yard with two gates All this conveniently located within walking distance to two grocery stores and the local park with playground, tennis & basketball courts, just blocks to Rock Creek Park trails, 7/10 mile from Forest Glen Metro Station, and convenient access to commuter routes. The charming covered porch is a lovely spot to enjoy the attractively landscaped yard and quiet neighborhood. Enter the home to the Living room on the left where the wood burning brick fireplace with mantle and large mirror serve as the focus of the room. Oversized front windows bathe the room in natural light. The hardwood flooring, continued throughout the main level, completes the welcoming atmosphere. To the right of the entrance is the Dining room with corner windows, chandelier, and chair rail molding. The half bath contains a pedestal sink, medicine cabinet, and ceramic tile flooring. The kitchen boasts a Kenmore stainless steel refrigerator with bottom freezer, GE Profile gas range, GE dishwasher, GE microwave, stained maple cabinets, Corian countertops, and additional cabinet storage with marble counter round out the features. The back door opens to the porch and steps leading to the large pressed concrete patio and tastefully landscaped, fully fenced with two gates rear yard. Back inside, the rear hallway includes a nice sized, deep linen closet, a decorative niche, and pull-down stairs to access the attic. The primary bedroom offers two closets and a ceiling fan with light. Bedrooms 2 and 3 are on either side of the full bathroom which contains a dark wood vanity with granite counter & undermount sink, framed medicine cabinet, new light fixture, tiled shower/tub combination, and ceramic tile flooring. The lower level has a cozy Family room with a second wood burning brick fireplace, built-in shelving, and carpet. The Recreation room (could be outfitted as a 4th bedroom) has tile flooring, wainscotting with chair rail molding, and recessed lighting. Multiple storage options add value including an under-stair closet, and a Bonus room with a large cedar closet for storing out of season items. A full bath at the rear of the home includes a granite top vanity with undermount sink, fully tiled shower & glass door, storage cabinet, and ceramic tile flooring. The Laundry/Utility room houses the washer & dryer, utility tub, new Bradford White Defender System 50 Gas hot water heater (2020), Goodman Gas Furnace (2011), and provides access to the one-car Garage.