
5973 Searl Terrace, Bethesda, MD 20816
What This House Offers
Located on the premier street in one of Bethesda's most coveted neighborhoods, this stately Dutch colonial offers the kind of space and character that's hard to... find in a rental. This house has never been rented before, which is obvious from the pristine condition. Freshly refinished hardwood floors run throughout the main level, connecting a formal dining room with classic wainscoting, a large sun-filled living room, and a cozy wood-paneled study with built-in shelving. The renovated kitchen with breakfast nook is the heart of the home, with crisp white cabinetry, dark stone countertops, a tile backsplash, and a full stainless steel appliance package including a 5-burner gas cooktop. The main level is completed by a fully screened porch, accessed directly off the kitchen, with enough space for both a seating area and a dining table. There is also a full bathroom on the main level. Upstairs you'll find four generously-sized, light-filled bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The finished lower level adds even more flexible room to spread out, ideal as a playroom, media space, or home gym. Storage and laundry room are partially finished and renovated. The fifth bedroom resides on the lower level within an in-law suite with a full bathroom and kitchenette. Out back, a stone patio and seating area overlook a large private lawn shaded by mature trees. With timeless curb appeal, thoughtful updates, and room for everyone, this is a home that's ready to move right into. The home is less than a five minute walk from Wood Acres Elementary School and the popular Wood Acres neighborhood park. This close-in Bethesda location allows for an easy commute into DC or Northern Virginia. Nearby attractions include Glen Echo Park and the Capital Crescent Trail for a short bike ride into thriving downtown Bethesda. You will be pleased with your research on the Walt Whitman High School cluster. Landlord prefers a long-term lease.
Unit
- $7,900 / month
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3804 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Home Features
- Basement
- Fireplace
5973 Searl Terrace is a single-family home for rent in Bethesda, MD
Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1957
- Colonial Architecture
- Dutch Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Single Family Detached Home
- Slab Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2 Fireplaces
- 3804 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Full Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels
Laundry
- Laundry Room
Basement
- Finished Basement
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Front Facing Garage
- Driveway
Accessible Home Design
- Garage doors are at least 85 inches wide
Lot Details
- 9583 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is zoned R60
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Public Water Source
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $8,000
- 12-Month Min and 48-Month Max Lease Term
- Available 2026-08-15
- $60 Application Fee
- Assessor Parcel Number 160700427317
- Tenant pays for cable TV, gas, internet, all utilities, water
- The owner pays for lawn/shrub care
- Rent includes air conditioning, lawn service, trash removal
- No Smoking Allowed
- Residential Lease
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Property Manager
- Springfield Subdivision
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
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Area Scores
Walkability
Fairly walkable50 / 100
Transit
Limited public transit30 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable70 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable60 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active80 / 100
Travel and Transit



Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Wood Acres Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Thomas W. Pyle Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Little Flower School
Grades PK-8
Private
Walt Whitman High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Holden Montessori Day School
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
American University
Drive: 6 min (2.7 mi)
Univ. District of Columbia
Drive: 10 min (4.5 mi)
GWU, Mount Vernon
Drive: 10 min (4.6 mi)
Marymount University
Drive: 15 min (7.3 mi)
Discover Westwood, Bethesda, MD
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 5973 Searl Terrace proximity to Westbard Square, Kenwood Station, and Glen Echo Center. Westbard Square is 1.2 miles away, and Kenwood Station is within an 18 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 30, 5973 Searl Terrace has limited public transit, including 10 transit stops within 8.9 miles. Transit options include Friendship Heights and Bethesda.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 5973 Searl Terrace are plentiful. Discover 2 parks within 4 miles, including Glen Echo Park and Audubon Naturalist-Woodend Sanctuary.
Airports
Living in Westwood provides easy access to Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located just 23 minutes from 5973 Searl Terrace. Another nearby airport is Washington Dulles International, located 22.4 miles away.
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