What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?
Tiger Fiber (blown-in cellulose) insulation, 2x6 construction, bamboo/eucalyptus/cork flooring, 3 solar tubes, 2 skylights, EcoFriendly cabinetry, Cambria counters, top of the line stainless steel appliances, low-emission certified fireplace, 6 ceiling fans, Drylok moisture barriers. The tight building envelope supported by a whole-house energy recovery ventilator provides an R value averaging 21 and reaching 44.Property Description
This unique 3200 square foot home was built for energy efficiency and healthy living. Interior features include extensive natural daylighting, passive heating/cooling, cathedral ceilings, two master bedroom suites with custom walk-in closets, a sunlit upper level office, upper laundry room, expansive views of neighborhood, and family room with multiple walk-outs including mudroom. The home is nestled among legacy cypress, spruce, and maple trees, with landscaping designed to provide a natural woodland setting, maximize privacy, minimize maintenance, and easy access from 3 sliding glass doorsNeighborhood Description
Nestled between affluent Chevy Chase and growing, vibrant Wheaton, Maryland, Rock Creek Palisades is affordable luxury. Near the heart of Kensington in desirable Montgomery County and conveniently located within walking distance to elementary schools and just minutes from the I-495 beltway, Strathmore Music Center, redeveloping White Flint Mall, and DC metro-area institutions such as NIH.Market Area
Rock Creek Palisades is an urban neighborhood (based on population density) located in Kensington, Maryland. Rock Creek Palisades real estate is primarily made up of medium sized (three or four bedroom) to large (four, five or more bedroom) single-family homes. Most of the residential real estate is owner occupied. A number of residences in Rock Creek Palisades are older, well-established, built between 1950-1999. Many have undergone major reconstruction or rebuilding targeting a newer market.School District
Rockview Elementary School is less than 5 minutes walking, constructed in mid 1990s; Newport Mill Middle School ; Downcounty Consortium offering choice of five high schools with distinct academic programsCommunity
Historic Kensington with Victorian homes, parks, antique shops and quaint bistros. Farmers Market on Saturdays, 4th of July and Labor Day parades, Christmas Tree & Menorah lighting, Town Picnic. Rock Creek Park hiking and biking trails extending to Washington, DC. Diverse dining options just minutes away in Bethesda & Wheaton. Art galleries feature prominent local artists offering fine art, metal works, glass crafts, sculpture & more. Kensington Town Hall features live theatre and music.Location of Home or Land
Suburban
Air Quality
| Agriculture in Area | no |
| Industry in Area | no |
| Air Pollution in Area | no |
| Pesticide Free | yes |
| Fragrance Free | yes |
| Cleaned with Green Products | yes |
Interior Environment
| Heating System | Fireplace |
| Cooling System | Conventional Forced Air - A/C |
| Ventilation System | Part of Cooling System |
| Whole House Filtration | HEPA filtration |
| Whole House Vacuum | no |
Energy & Water
| Water System | Municipal |
| Wastewater System | Municipal |
Construction Information
| Exterior Finish | Other |
| Interior Finish | Other |
| Interior Paint | Low VOC |
| Floor Material | Cork |
| Roof Material | Asphalt Composition Shingle |
| Window Material | Other |
| Insulation Material | Other |
Garage / Car Port
| Garage / Carport | no |
| Garage Type | attached |
| Number of Cars | 1 |
