Price improvement! A standout in the heart of Takoma DC, this storybook detached Craftsman has been thoughtfully renovated and delivers 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, a generous fenced yard, multiple outdoor living spaces, abundant storage, and a detached garage, this home truly checks every box. The main level welcomes you with sun-filled living and dining spaces anchored by a striking stone fireplace. At the heart of the home, a beautifully appointed kitchen makes a statement with premium cabinetry, marble countertops, professional-grade appliances, and custom tilework. A main-level bedroom with a full en-suite bath provides ideal flexibility for guests or first-floor living, while a mudroom, powder room, and expansive rear deck seamlessly extend the home outdoors. Upstairs, the primary suite is a private retreat featuring an en-suite bath and a charming balcony, perfect for quiet mornings or evening relaxation. An additional bedroom with its own en-suite bath and ample storage completes this level. The lower level offers exceptional versatility, designed with both front and side entrances, a spacious living area, a sleek kitchenette, two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and laundry hookups. Whether used as an in-law suite, au pair quarters, a potential rental, or an extension of the main home, the layout adapts effortlessly to a variety of needs. Outside, enjoy the rare luxury of a sizable fenced yard, ideal for entertaining, gardening, or four-legged friends, along with a detached garage, a tree house, and multiple outdoor areas to unwind. Just moments from grocery stores, Takoma Metro, local dining, shopping, and neighborhood favorites, this home offers the perfect blend of lifestyle, location, and design. A rare opportunity to own a truly exceptional residence in one of D.C.'s most beloved neighborhoods.