Welcome to 705 Elm Avenue, a spacious modern colonial with a charming covered wraparound front porch and a thoughtfully designed interior. The home offers a well-planned layout that balances architectural character with everyday comfort. Throughout, you'll find hardwood floors, recessed lighting, an integrated speaker system, and detailed wood trim that add depth and style to the living spaces. The gracious living room features a fireplace with mantel and connects to the breakfast room and kitchen through French doors. The expansive chef's kitchen offers granite counters, handsome cabinetry, a large island with breakfast bar, and a GE Profile gas range with a built-in griddle. The breakfast room provides direct access to the rear composite deck. The kitchen also opens to the dining room with an elongated farmhouse chandelier, crown molding, and access to the wraparound front porch. This level is complete with a powder room and coat closet. Upstairs, the second level provides four bedrooms with wood floors and two full baths. The primary bedroom suite is striking, featuring a two-story, gabled ceiling with a wall of windows, a wall of closets, and an impressive loft accessed by a spiral staircase. This versatile space can be used as an office or lounge and includes two window benches, a walk-in closet, a ceiling fan, and casement windows. The en-suite bathroom has updated fixtures and a new vanity counter. A linen closet is also located within the primary suite. The lower level offers additional living space, featuring a sizeable family room with luxury vinyl flooring, recessed lighting, a built-in nook, and a wet bar. This level includes a full bathroom, under-stair storage, and a laundry room. Outside, enjoy the inviting wraparound front porch, a low-maintenance composite rear deck, and a fenced backyard. Nestled in the lush South-of-Sligo neighborhood, just steps to parks, playgrounds, shops, restaurants, and transit. Enjoy living in eclectic Takoma Park-this location offers both charm and convenience, just minutes from the Red Line Metro station. Takoma Park has a warm sense of community and is also convenient to vibrant downtown Silver Spring.