551 Maryland Avenue

Newly Redecorated 4BR Cape Cod in Harrisonburg Sunroom, Screened Porch, Large Yard & 2-Car Garage

Welcome home to this beautifully updated 1940s Cape Cod in a quiet, family-friendly pocket of Maryland Avenue just minutes from downtown Harrisonburg and JMU. With hardwood floors throughout, abundant natural light, and multiple comfortable living spaces, this home is ideal for a professional couple or family looking for charm, space, and convenience.

The kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring black granite countertops, chrome appliances, a Bosch dishwasher, in-counter microwave, and a French-door refrigerator/freezer with a separate beverage drawer. A large center island anchors the space, and a walk-in pantry offers excellent storage.

Enjoy the outdoors from two inviting spaces: a bright rear sunroom with an 80% UV filter to reduce summer heat and a screened-in porch perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation.

Home highlights include:

* 4-bedroom single-family home
* Hardwood floors throughout
* New roof
* Large yard
* 2-car garage + large driveway
* Double-glazed windows and lots of natural light
* Oil furnace radiator heat (downstairs & upstairs) + additional heating/AC unit upstairs
* Unfinished basement the size of the original home footprint, with extensive storage

Layout
Main level: large kitchen, sunroom, screened porch, spacious living room, den, office, bedroom, and half bath.
Upper level: large primary bedroom, two additional bedrooms, full bath, and a small library room.
Closets and storage are thoughtfully placed throughout the home.

Basement: includes a canning cupboard, washer/dryer, furnace, and ample storage, with rear stair access.

Location
Walkable to downtown Harrisonburg and JMU, and only three blocks from Westover Park, Hillandale Park, and the Friendly City Trail. The neighborhood is welcoming, bike-friendly, and diverse.

Lease / occupancy
Per city ordinance: two unrelated individuals OR one family only (non-negotiable).
Initial one-year lease, with an option to renew for two years by mutual agreement.

Utilities & internet
GloFiber available. Tenant responsible for all utilities.