RINGSIDE -- so named because its first owners said from this location on the DC/MD line they could sit back and watch the goings on in Washington. Beautifully sited on 2.7 acres overlooking the reservoir, this is a special property in every way. Accessed by a long winding private drive, this iconic modern house has fabulous views, terraces, lovely grounds, a pool and a tennis court. The rooms are spacious and most have water views. You will feel that you have gone many miles into the country but instead you will have arrived there in minutes.
BRIGHT MLS #1008270130
Jul 31, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Dec 16, 2016
Listed
$5,995,000
$807/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1008253196
Dec 16, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Oct 17, 2016
Listed
$6,400,000
$862/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1008161618
Oct 17, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Apr 21, 2016
Listed
$6,995,000
$942/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1007930874
Feb 5, 2016
Listing Removed
—
May 18, 2015
Listed
$8,800,000
$1,185/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 11, 1985
Sold
$949,900
$128/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$63,636 (+4.9%)
2024
$60,680 (+15.3%)
$1,874,400 + $3,556,800
$5,431,200
2022
$52,637 (+78.4%)
2021
$29,508 (+2.2%)
$1,703,400 + $2,985,700
$4,689,100
2020
$28,859 (+2.4%)
2019
$28,190 (+0.2%)
2018
$28,146 (−1.5%)
2017
$28,573 (+14.4%)
2015
$24,970 (+4.4%)
2014
$23,908 (+2.4%)
$1,426,300 + $689,000
$2,115,300
2013
$23,355 (+4.2%)
2012
$22,406 (−10.4%)
2011
$24,996
2010
$24,996 (+42.3%)
2009
$17,566
Tax history for 5216 Abingdon Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$63,636 (+4.9%)
2024
$60,680 (+15.3%)
$1,874,400 + $3,556,800
$5,431,200
2022
$52,637 (+78.4%)
2021
$29,508 (+2.2%)
$1,703,400 + $2,985,700
$4,689,100
2020
$28,859 (+2.4%)
2019
$28,190 (+0.2%)
2018
$28,146 (−1.5%)
2017
$28,573 (+14.4%)
2015
$24,970 (+4.4%)
2014
$23,908 (+2.4%)
$1,426,300 + $689,000
$2,115,300
2013
$23,355 (+4.2%)
2012
$22,406 (−10.4%)
2011
$24,996
2010
$24,996 (+42.3%)
2009
$17,566
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
8
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.6 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
8,627
Year built
1933
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
07 00433752
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
R-60
Residential - 60 Zone
The intent of the R-60 zone is to provide designated areas of the County for moderate density residential uses. The predominant use is residential in a detached house. A limited number of other building types may be allowed under the optional method of development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Assembly / meeting place
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure-Other
Public service
Transportation-Other
Park & open space
Nov 6, 2025 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Aug 4, 2025 • Active
Electrical
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage - Front Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 8
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Driveway - # of Spaces: 5
Attached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 5
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 5
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 5
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 7
Interior Information
Appliances: Oven - Double, Disposal, Dryer, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliances, Six Burner Stove, Range Hood, Built-In Microwave
Flooring Type: Tile/Brick, Hardwood, Heated
Not Furnished
Interior Features: Built-Ins, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Master Bath(s), Pantry, Skylight(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Air Filter System
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
Room Information
Laundry Type: Lower Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 3
Gas/Propane
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Connecting Stairway, Interior Access
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 2274
Improvement Assessed Value: $3,556,800
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2021
Building Information
Builder Name: Ottati Builders & Richard Williams, FAIA
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s), Terrace
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Skylights
Exterior Information
Tennis Court(s)
Pool Information
Personal Pool
Heated, Black Bottom, Pool/Spa Combo, In Ground, Saltwater
Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs - Parkland, Backs to Trees, Landscaping, Premium, Private, Trees/Wooded, Poolside
Has Water View
Water Frontage In Feet: 1
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $1,874,400
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 6,927
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 1,774
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 500
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $51,744
Tax Assessed Value: $4,936,467
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $52,637
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: WESTBROOK
Middle Or Junior School: WESTLAND
High School: BETHESDA-CHEVY CHASE
School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: Wetherhill Rd
Directions: Westmoreland Circle to Wetherhill Road, Right on Abingdon all the way to the end of the private drive.
Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station 1 to 3 miles
Waterfrontage Information
On Waterfront
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: Lake
Water Body Name: Dalecarlia Reservoir
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 8.0
Sq. Ft.: 8,627
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1933
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 07 00433752
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Westbrook Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Westland Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
8/10
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