6911 WELLS PKWY University Park, MD 20782

Great location in the heart of University Park. This large Tudor style brick home is on a beautiful 3/4 acre double lot. Includes a private wood paneled library, crown molding, wood floors, 2 fireplaces, sun room, large bedrooms, and bar in lower level. The home has a slate roof and large 2 car garage, connected by a breezeway. It is being sold as is, the interior needs to be renovated but it has tons of potential, and character. It is within easy walking distance of University of Maryland, Metro, Marc Train, stores and restaurants, a great newly built library, gyms, and much more. University Park is a one of a kind community and has been listed on the National Register of Historic Districts. The historic district is a large and almost intact example of an early 20th century, automobile suburb. Advertisement in Washington Post in 1924 "Out of the whirl and bustle of Washington- yet a scant 30 minutes from the city's center." One of the first communities in Prince George’s County designed for automobiles. University Park has been the residence of many famous people, including, Jim Henson, creator of the Muppets, Dr. Gordon Prange who was the author of the best sellers, Miracle at Midway, and At Dawn We Slept, the Untold Story of Pearl Harbor, which was the basis for the screenplay Tora! Tora! Tora! Also Home of Coach Morgan B. Wootten who is the winningest head coach in the history of basketball on any level. Coach Wootten was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Also Home to James M. Cain, Playwright and author of award-winning Double Indemnity, Mildred Pierce, and The Postman Always Rings Twice. Home of Maryland 59th Governor, Parris Glendening, and Dr. Louis R. Harlan, 1984 Pulitzer Prize winner. There are many other interesting facts about University Park. Be sure to check out the self guided University Park Walking Tour for much more information.