Nestled in the charming Town of Glen Echo, this expanded Victorian-inspired Cape offers a unique blend of character, space, and convenience. Originally built in 1905, thoughtfully expanded in 1980, and extensively renovated inside and out, this 5 bedroom, 4 bath home sits on a 5,224 sq. ft. lot bordering National Park Service land and overlooking the C & O Canal. A complete exterior renovation, completed in 2022, enhanced the home’s timeless appeal with the addition of a welcoming covered front porch with a painted sunburst pattern above, expansive wraparound deck, Hardie-plank siding, architectural shingle roof, skylights, triple-pane windows and a shed. Elegant architectural details include a gracious living room with fireplace, walk-in bay window, and 9-foot ceilings, along with a distinctive octagonal dining room at the center of the home. The spacious family room and Chef’s kitchen featuring Blue Pearl granite countertops, cherry cabinetry, generous built-ins, and an additional fireplace, creating an inviting gathering space. The upper-level primary suite offers a walk-in closet and dual-sink bath, while four additional bedrooms provide flexible options for guest rooms, offices, or hobbies. Original crown moldings, window trim, and maple floors have been beautifully preserved, blending historic charm with modern comfort. A private walk-out lower level provides approximately 1,400 sq. ft. of flexible living space with its own exterior entrance and lockable separation from the main residence. Ideal for guests, a home office, studio, or multigenerational living, the space includes living and sleeping areas, a galley kitchen, walk in bay window dining nook, ample storage, and canal views. A separate mudroom and utility area with sink offer additional potential for a wine cellar, workshop, or hobby space. . Enjoy seasonal river views, natural surroundings, and a truly special neighborhood setting with easy access to Glen Echo Park, the C&O Canal, shops, trails and convenient commuter routes to Bethesda, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia. Neighbors gather at the Town Hall for holidays, picnics, and community events, creating a warm and welcoming small-town atmosphere. Bannockburn, Pyle and Whitman school cluster.
One of the few original Glen Echo cottages remaining, 6105 Harvard showcases inimitable charm that only comes from a long lineage of loving stewardship: prime-condition original floors, plaster moldings, original interior arches, front and rear porches, old-growth wisteria nestled across the backyard's pergola, and large-scale rooms with abundant light. These are just a few of the elements you will never find in a new-build today and which make this 3-bedroom home absolutely unmissable. Drive to Georgetown in 20 minutes or stroll to the Potomac for sunset in less than that: Glen Echo offers an unbeatable mix of true community, pristine nature, and convenient access back to the Nation's Capital.
Glen Echo is located in Maryland. Glen Echo, Maryland 20812has a population of 291. Glen Echo 20812 is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 45.95% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 37.16%.
The median household income in Glen Echo, Maryland 20812 is $131,250. The median household income for the surrounding county is $117,345 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Glen Echo 20812 is 48.2 years.
The average high temperature in July is 88.9 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 26.1 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 43.7 inches per year, with 13.7 inches of snow per year.
