Surrounded by 6 acres of woods, but so close to down town! Small Highland View enclave of 48 townhomes creates a real neighborhood culture. Tucked away in a cul-de-sac, this is no through street. Sellers have been preparing home for resale, and it is ready for move in! Freshly painted with ZERO VOC Sherwin Williams Natura Paint.To add a more modern, open floorplan, they removed the wall separating the living and dining rooms to let the abundant natural light shine through. Sellers installed plantation shutters, 2007 triple pane windows and painted the exterior siding and trim in 2017. Main level hardwoods throughout. Skylight on main level. Full kitchen renovation with 2019 quartz counters, Whirlpool counter-depth fridge, range, microwave hood, new cabinets, under cabinet lighting and backsplash. 2013 Bosch dishwasher. Huge 20 feet deep deck overlooking gorgeous, custom 2020 stone slab step terrace in fully fenced rear exterior updated in 2017 with all new pressure treated deck boards. 2 bedrooms up share 2020 updated full hallway bath with double sinks, deep tub/shower and highlighted by a skylight. Recreation room, 2020 updated full bathroom, utility room with laundry and bedroom 3 in lower level. 2011 LG front loading washer. 2013 Whirlpool large capacity dryer. Lower level bedroom offers rear entrance- sliding glass door walks out to tiered rear garden with privacy fence backing to trees. Sub slab radon remediation system- last recorded at 0.4pCi/I. 2009 HVAC. 2010 Roof. 2009 Carrier Infinity Series high efficiency HVAC heat pump. 2008 Water Heater. Neighborhood has been known to be friendly, with many children playing outside together and even annual block parties. Highland View Elementary directly in front of house with access to playground, fields and basketball courts. Community active with neighborhood cookouts and block parties. Active HOA that keeps community beautifully maintained with weekly front yard mowing. ADT alarm system installed and ready to be reactivated for new homeowner. Wired for Verizon Fios 100 MB internet speed. Parking is easy and ample here with 1 assigned spot and 1 visitor spot; parking is never a problem. Sligo Creek Trails located just down the street- this property is an outdoor enthusiasts dream while still living in the city. 0.2 miles from Metro bus stop on Wayne Ave. and less than 2 miles from Silver Spring Station. So close to future Purple Line Manchester Place metro stop. Less than a mile to Flower Ave. businesses including Giant and restaurants. 1 mile from Whole Foods and downtown Silver Spring with even more cuisine and entertainment available. Less than a mile to other groceries, restaurants, shopping and errand to-do stops. Excellent commuter access to all major routes including quick access to I-495 expressway.