This lovely single-family home is in the Claremont neighborhood.

While we are still close to all of the amenities from downtown Shirlington and the Columbia Pike Corridor, in this community, you get a little bit more space.

You have a yard, and Barcroft Park, it's just down the street.

JEN: I really like this rustic wood detail up on the roof that matches the door.

It gives it a very warm feeling.

KAY: They actually brought in a custom woodworker to add little details throughout the home.

RICARDO: I have to say though, Kay, it's a little bit smaller than some of the typical dream homes that we've seen.

KAY: You know, I thought you may say that.

But while it's cute and cozy on the outside, you are going to be shocked with how much space you actually get.

When you guys are done, I will be here for the game, and I can't wait to see who breaks the tie.

RICARDO: Oh, boy.

Here we go.

(laughing) Whoa!

JEN: It really is bigger on the inside.

RICARDO: Yes, ma'am.

JEN: And while it's an open concept, it's making a very clear divide between these two spaces, which I appreciate.

RICARDO: Yeah.

JEN: This ceiling is very different.

I really like the shiplap.

And then, the angles are so interesting, something you don't see every day.

RICARDO: Yeah, it really gives it a modern farmhouse feel.

And I just love the millwork around all the windows.

JEN: And then, looking out onto this patio.

I mean, look at all of this green space out back.

RICARDO: Absolutely.

Can we talk about this whitewashed brick fireplace?

JEN: Sometimes I can't believe people have painted over original brick, but it really works in here.

RICARDO: Absolutely.

JEN: Why don't we take a look at the other side of the fireplace?

RICARDO: Okey-doke.

JEN: I love this mantle.

I feel like this is some of the newer woodwork that Kay mentioned.

RICARDO: Yeah, I really can appreciate the aesthetics on either side.

JEN: Yeah, definitely more rustic and homey on the living room side, and then over here, a little more formal.

RICARDO: And you can really appreciate the floors.

Also, these light, wide planks really elevate and modernize the space.

JEN: Well, if this isn't the glitziest kitchen of the season, I don't know where the award's gonna go.

RICARDO: Speaking of glitzy, check out this backsplash.

This marble with the metal inlay?

Gorgeous!

You've got this beautiful island.

JEN: Isn't it, though?

It's been the day of beautiful islands.

RICARDO: You've got a wine cooler.

JEN: Your favorite.

RICARDO: You know I'm in love with that.

But so much storage and seating.

JEN: Yeah, and I do love the waterfall.

How it really gives a very cohesive look.

I also really like the hardware.

And that beautiful pot filler.

What do you think about having the dining room less of an open concept?

RICARDO: I love how the dining room is kind of separate off to the side, but it still feels accessible.

JEN: And with these doors out to the patio, lots of light, an entertainer's dream this level.

RICARDO: Absolutely.

Maybe we should make our way down a level?

JEN: Let's try it.

RICARDO: Okay.

JEN: Oh, I like the floors down here.

RICARDO: Yeah, they're nice.

JEN: Oh, nice, big bedroom.

RICARDO: Yeah.

JEN: Even though we're on the lower level, that's a nice, big window right there, letting in a good amount of light.

RICARDO: And it looks like you've got your own bathroom as well.

JEN: Ooh, let's see.

Whoa!

This is what I would expect from a primary bathroom.

RICARDO: Yeah, yeah.

JEN: What a surprise.

RICARDO: Yeah, dual vanity with this gorgeous countertop.

JEN: And what interesting lighting choices for a bathroom.

This feels boutique hotel.

RICARDO: Very elegant.

JEN: Yeah.

Why don't we see what the top level looks like?

RICARDO: All right, let's go.

JEN: Okay.

This is a nice wide staircase.

RICARDO: Yeah.

JEN: Oh, this is a nice size for a kid's room.

RICARDO: Yeah, I love these big, beautiful windows on both sides.

JEN: Yeah.

Double door closet, and it looks like it connects to a full bath.

RICARDO: Well, look at the tile work in here.

JEN: Oh, I love the starburst pattern.

RICARDO: Yeah, and this bold blue is so fun.

JEN: Yeah, this whole bathroom is very fresh.

RICARDO: Yeah, I actually really like the herringbone pattern in the tile work up here too.

JEN: Yeah, this is a great bathroom.

RICARDO: Yeah.

JEN: Oh, this is a nice, big room.

RICARDO: Yeah.

You know, I really like that they've carried over the millwork around the windows and all the doors.

JEN: And two closets.

I'm liking this room.

RICARDO: Yeah.

All right, I think there's another room around here.

JEN: Let's go.

RICARDO: Okey-doke.

JEN: Oh, wow!

Look at this accent wall.

RICARDO: What a great way to frame the bed.

JEN: And then, with the windows on either side and this beautiful double window overlooking the yard.

This is a great primary.

RICARDO: Yeah.

I am impressed.

Well, this is a primary bathroom.

I am enamored with this massive mirror that covers the entire dual vanity.

JEN: Yeah, but we've gotta talk about the shower.

I love the big door on the front.

RICARDO: And you also have that gold picked up in the waterfall shower-head.

JEN: And they carried over the herringbone from the other bathroom.

Really nice.

What a great tour today.

I think it's time to go find Kay for the tiebreaker game.

RICARDO: Okay.

Okay, okay.

No matter what happens, it has been a winning day.

JEN: It sure has.

Come on, let's go find Kay.

RICARDO: Okay.

Here's Kay, cozy by the fireplace.

KAY: What did you guys think of house number three?

JEN: Very luxurious.

And it was a surprise to walk in and see how expansive this main level was.

KAY: It's deceiving, right?

JEN: Absolutely.

RICARDO: Yeah.

The modern finishes and updates inside were also really stellar.

JEN: This kitchen is one of the glitziest kitchens we've seen all season.

KAY: Well, you may have noticed that the hardware in the kitchen is actually rose gold.

It's really on trend right now, and I think it makes it very unique.

RICARDO: It really works in here, and it really complements this amazing island as well.

JEN: Hmm.

Absolutely.

KAY: It sounds like you guys loved the home.

Are you ready to play our game?

(Jen breathes deeply) RICARDO: No, but we have to do it.

KAY: Okay.

This is a five-bedroom, three-and-a-half bathroom home with 2,800 square feet, including the lower level.

Built in 1947, but completely renovated in 2023.

JEN: I'm gonna guess 1,225,000.

KAY: Okay.

RICARDO: I'm throwing it all on the table.

I'm gonna say 1,399,999.

KAY: The list price of this home... is $1,450,000.

RICARDO: Oh!

JEN: Congratulations.

KAY: Congratulations.

RICARDO: Thank you.

An amazing property, an amazing day.

Kay, thank you so much.

KAY: So, we do have one more stop today, but it's not another house.

We're gonna head to Guapo's, a mainstay in downtown Shirlington.

JEN: Yes.

KAY: Margaritas on me.

JEN: Perfect.

RICARDO: The winnings don't stop.

JEN: That's right.

All right, let's go.

RICARDO: You're my favorite person right now.