Located on a sprawling corner lot in sought-after Village of Martins Additions, this elegant, white clapboard home offers the perfect balance of comfortable living and sophisticated entertaining spaces. 3500 Raymond Street exudes charm with classic details like gracious nine foot ceilings, crown moulding, wainscoting, and beautiful hardwood floors throughout. Featuring a light-filled formal foyer, spacious living room with wood-burning fireplace and access to a side stone porch, along with a bright, eat-in kitchen that opens to the family room and side deck. Flooded with natural light, the back sunroom creates superb flow to the rear patio and beautiful gardens with flowering trees and legacy plants - ideal for dining al fresco and entertaining. On the second level, the expanded primary suite includes a walk-in closet and an en suite bath with a separate soaking tub and convenient laundry. Three more spacious bedrooms with large windows and high ceilings, plus a full hall bath completes this floor. Dreaming of an even larger owners retreat or additional recreation space? Take advantage of the fully-floored, walk-up, unfinished third level that provides an excellent opportunity for expansion. Just peek at the original flooring for inspiration! Even better, the massive basement level, once used as the owners tinkering and handyman space, can be outfitted with a future full bath, washer / dryer, and/or playroom space. Fully waterproofed with interior stair and easy garage access, it is primed for the next generation of life in Chevy Chase. 3500 Raymond Street is conveniently sited in the heart of Martins Additions, this block of Raymond Street delivers quiet, tranquil living while being mere steps to Brookville Shopping and local parks. Kids learn to ride their bikes right at the corner of Raymond and Melville, while dog owners stroll to nearby Shepard Park. Village of Martin's Additions is a fully incorporated town with an elected town council, town manager, active residents, and even a town arborist, makes this a one-of-a-kind neighborhood a very special place.