217 East Custis Avenue

The award-winning front native garden immediately draws you into this rebuilt and expanded home on East Custis Avenue.  Stroll the lush outdoor spaces front and back that were designed by the owner - a former editor of a gardening magazine - and Native Plant Landscape Design Corp. The garden can capture 40,000+ gallons of stormwater, showcasing the power of plants to mitigate flooding concerns while also boosting curb appeal.  The garden was designed for year-round intrigue, so there’s always something new to look at in every season, as the plants are always changing.

The curated plantings and kitchen garden provide speciality homegrown ingredients for this family and their neighbors. Don’t miss the Taste of the Neighborhood* display on the kitchen counter featuring some of the owner’s favorite recipes that feature ingredients from the gardens and surrounding neighborhood trees.

The main level of the home provides for sunny, open concept living with a large kitchen and family room, two fireplaces, and a screened-in porch at the rear.  Furnishings were thoughtfully curated with an emphasis on ethically-sourced and eco-friendly items made in the USA, from the couch and carpets to throw pillows and even the art on the walls.

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The formal living room was converted into a kid-friendly space with all the essentials needed to get this family out the door each morning easily accessible for even the youngest residents. Wooden shelves and bins keep everything within reach. A quick peek out the windows to confirm the weather helps each child pick what they need for the day.

Downstairs the basement level provides an additional full living space with two bedrooms, another kitchen, and laundry room which gives the owners future flexibility for a potential in-law suite or possible rental space.

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*Guests are welcome to taste what the homeowner has provided. Please note, for those who have dietary restrictions, that allergens are present and labeled, but cross contamination is possible.