5220 BLAINE STREET NE

WASHINGTON, DC 20019

Welcome to the Gardener’s Cottage — a meticulously rebuilt and fully renovated detached single-family home in Washington, DC, offering true single-family living with no HOA or condo fees. The generously sized front yard features mature fruit trees, ample space for raised beds or in-ground gardening, and a charming front porch perfect for morning coffee or birdwatching. Out back, enjoy a fully fenced yard with a large new deck ideal for entertaining, outdoor dining, or relaxing. A freestanding structure provides flexible space for a workshop, studio, or storage, and off-street parking adds everyday convenience. Inside, the home offers three cozy bedrooms and 1.5 modern bathrooms, all thoughtfully renovated and completely move-in ready. Recent upgrades include a new roof, gourmet kitchen, updated bathrooms, and fully modernized plumbing and electrical systems. Located in the Deanwood neighborhood of Northeast DC, this home is just minutes from both the Benning Rd. and Deanwood Metro Stations, major commuter routes, and nearby parks. With seller incentives available and strong neighborhood momentum, this property presents an affordable and compelling path to DC homeownership — ideal for first-time buyers, HPAP buyers, or anyone seeking a renovated single-family home with Metro access. This home also places you close to neighborhood favorites like Gigi’s Coffee Roasters, a woman-owned, zero-emissions roastery known for its specialty brews, as well as Deanwood Café (4058 Minnesota Ave NE) and The Highlands Café. Enjoy easy access to I-295 and the Baltimore–Washington Parkway (approximately 2.5 miles) for convenient commuting. The area continues to grow, with a planned mixed-use residential and retail development at the Deanwood Metro, including a new 20,000 sq ft DC Public Library and the revitalized historic Strand Theater, now home to The Deanwood Smokehouse. With seller incentives available and strong neighborhood momentum, this home offers an affordable path to DC homeownership, ideal for first-time buyers, HPAP buyers, and those seeking a renovated single-family home near Metro access.

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Allegiance



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