Welcome to your new home at 9604 Merwood Lane in the coveted Franklin Knolls Neighborhood. Upon entering the expanded brick ranch/rambler home you are welcomed into the open concept living and dining room space with hardwood flooring, fresh paint palette, a picture window and a gorgeous fireplace laid within a brick mantle. Continuing through the living room, to your left, the bright kitchen offers stainless appliances, handsome cabinetry, and a tiled backsplash. The adjacent all-season sunroom presents hardwood flooring and wall to wall windows and access to the patio area. Making your way past the living room you will be delighted by the owners retreat with ample closet space and access to a second all-season sunroom offering hardwood floors and egress to the backyard patio and green space. The main level bathroom includes a tiled shower, on-trend lighting and fresh paint. Two additional spacious main level bedrooms provide natural sunlight and ample closet space. The finished lower level has endless possibilities with a dedicated recreational room, office, full bathroom and an additional bonus room. The dedicated utility space provides extensive built-ins for ample storage as well as laundry and workspace. The fully fenced, leveled and sizable backyard completes this move-in ready home. Conveniently located minutes to major commuter routes including I-495, Rt. 29 and only two miles to Silver Spring Metro!**AWESOME FEATURES**Expanded brick ranch/rambler home**Private 2 car driveway**Hardwood flooring and fresh paint palette throughout**Two all-season sunrooms with floor to ceiling windows**Refreshed kitchen with stainless steel appliances**Brick mantle fireplace in living room**Finished lower level with a recreational room, office and additional bedroom space **Fully fenced in backyard with privacy fence, large green space and patio area**Close proximity to major commuter routes, local shopping centers and dining options**WELCOME HOME!!