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Color drenching

260 Clay Ave. | $1,295,000
This Chevy Chase-Ashland Park home combines modern updates with historic charm, showcasing colorful designer finishes and thoughtful materials on every surface. From the kitchen to the primary suite and backyard guest space, the use of color and detail flows throughout the home.

This home comes with a newly mounted television above an electric fireplace, surrounded by custom built-in shelving. | Photo provided by Bluegrass Sotheby's International Realty.

Renewable energy

1905 General Warfield Way | $1,199,000
Take some of the stress out of your electricity bill with this home’s geothermal heating and cooling. Inside, you’ll find an open, light-filled layout, a gourmet kitchen, first-floor primary suite, a four-seasons room, and plenty of versatile living and bonus spaces, including a large garage and unfinished basement ready for future expansion.

The home was originally custom-made for a builder + developer's family, which includes multiple living and play areas. | Photo provided by Vanessa A Dalton, Weichert Realtors - ABG Properties

Personalized touches

4017 Peppertree Drive | $850,000
This 5,124-sqft Palomar home balances everyday function with space to unwind. With two basements and a furnished recreation room, there’s room for everyone. Built as a custom family home, the current owners have added to the home, including a recently renovated kitchen. Outdoor features include a gazebo with a firepit and a saltwater hot tub.

This bathroom oasis is the perfect space for self care. | Listed by: Corey Brown, REALTOR®, with The Brokerage - Real Estate Advisors

At-home escapes

1060 Cooper Drive | $1,160,000
This remodeled home includes an upstairs retreat with a spa-inspired oversized shower, sitting area with fireplace, and large walk-in closet. The lower level features a family room with wet bar, and the fenced backyard and courtyard with twin fountains provide space for both relaxing and entertaining.

This five-bedroom, six-bath home is over 7000 sqft. | Photo by Tracy Beall | Photo provided by Bluegrass Sotheby's International Realty

At-home sports

4839 Faulkirk Lane | $975,000
This Hartland Estates home is just steps from the Hartland Clubhouse, offering a pool, tennis and pickleball courts, playground, and fitness center. With over 7,000-sqft, it features a finished basement with rec room and wet bar, and a fully enclosed backyard with deck, landscaping, and custom fish pond.