Real Estate

The Three Best Open Houses This Weekend: July 29-30

Maryland Colonials with outdoor space for under $489K.

The Three Best Open Houses This Weekend: July 29-30

Takoma Park


Where: 1107 Merwood Dr., Takoma Park
How Much: $489,000
When: Sunday, 1 to 4 pm
Why: This three-bed, two-bath Colonial features a slate roof and recently-remodeled kitchen with modern appliances. The master suite is on the first floor, and the lower level features a rec room that walks out to a spacious backyard, perfect for summertime entertaining. 

Takoma Park



Where: 7211 16th Ave., Takoma Park
How Much: $349,500
When: Sunday, 1 to 4 pm
Why: While this cozy four-bedroom home is located on a quiet street, it’s an easy commute to DC and Virginia thanks to its proximity to Takoma Station. The living room features a wood-burning fireplace and opens into a galley kitchen with a breakfast bar and all the amenities. The house is surrounded by generous greenery.

Silver Spring

Where: 206 Geneva Ave., Silver Spring
How Much: $450,000
When: Sunday, 1 to 4 pm
Why: This updated Colonial located on a tree-lined street near Sligo Creek Park has three bedrooms (one of which is a master) and one-and-a-half baths, as well as wood floors on the first floor. Both bathrooms sport recent renovations that include new vanities with vessel sinks. The bright kitchen features quartz counters and new cabinets, and opens out onto a leafy backyard.

Courtney Vinopal is a former Washingtonian editorial fellow. She holds a master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University, and previously worked as a press attaché for the Embassy of France in Washington, where she ran the institution’s social media accounts and newsletters. She lives in Woodley Park.