Welcome to 8010 Riverside Drive, a beautifully updated, mid-century modern home nestled in the tree tops with stunning views of the Potomac River and the C & O Canal. Boasting gorgeous hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, extra large windows, amazing natural light, an abundance of storage, and a huge wrap-around deck, this home is sure to delight! Upon entering the property, the welcoming foyer features slate floors and a large walk-in closet. As you walk down the main hallway, you'll notice the beautiful built-ins with a natural wood-finish that line the entire left side wall, perfect for displaying all of your treasures. The expansive living room features vaulted ceilings, exposed wood beams, large windows for an abundance of natural light, and a cozy fireplace, and is open to the dining room all with direct access to the massive wrap-around deck that was built around a tree and features breathtaking views of the Potomac River. The perfectly appointed kitchen is open to the dining room and has stainless steel appliances, including a gas cooktop and wall oven, as well as a beverage fridge, sleek flat-front wood cabinets and granite countertops. The main level also includes a office/bedroom/flex space with direct access to the wrap-around pressure-treated deck! The primary suite has mini-double door entry for additional privacy. The primary suite is a true owner's retreat, and features skylights, a large walk-in closet with custom built-in closet organizer, and a washer and dryer, plus an en-suite bath with dual sinks and large shower. Making your way to the lower level, which features new engineered hardwood floors and a spacious family room with a 2nd fireplace and direct access to the walk-out and partially covered flagstone patio and your little personal pond. An added bonus are the many storage areas that are located along the perimeter of the home, which are more than enough to house all of your outdoor toys and gardening tools. Completing the basement level is a bedroom and full bathroom with ample closet space, and a large storage / laundry room. As much as there is to love inside the home, there's even more to love nearby! EXCELLENT LOCATION! Situated overlooking the Potomac River, you're just moments from the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal Trail, perfect for all of your leisure needs, and minutes to Cabin John Local Park and Glen Echo Park, and just a bit further to Congressional Country Club and Burning Tree Club. For your everyday needs, you're a quick 5-minute stroll (2 blocks) to MacArthur Plaza, which features the Bethesda Co-Op, Salon Jean & Day Spa, a post office, and great eats such as Fish Taco Mexican Taqueria, Sal's Italian Kitchen, and Wild Tomato Restaurant and Bar. Minutes to Bethesda and just a bit further to DC and Tysons for premium shopping, dining and entertainment. Nearby to major employers (Amazon, Gannett, Capital One, Freddie Mac, Northrop Grumman, Federal Government, to name a few) and hospitals (Suburban Hospital and Walter Reed Medical Center). Nearby to major commuter routes (I-495, Clara Barton Parkway, George Washington Memorial Parkway, and River Road) and less than a quarter mile to the bus stop. Bannockman Elementary, Thomas W. Pyle Middle, and Walt Whitman High School Pyramids. Don't miss this ONCE IN A LIFETIME opportunity to own this most singular property overlooking the C & O Canal with PRIME views of the Potomac River! A true nature lover's retreat yet nearby to the best of city living. This Is It! Welcome Home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1962Year Built
0.31 acresLot Size
$658Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Barak Sky• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
•240-497-1700 (broker)
Listed by Anna Mackler• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
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Market trends in 20818, MD
Last updated September 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-List Price
98.1%
0.9% MoM
Median sale price
$2.0M
$646K MoM
Avg. days on market
56d
51 days MoM
Recently sold homes
6
1 MoM
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Sale history for 8010 Riverside Dr
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #MDMC2116638
Feb 22, 2024
Sold
$2,050,000
$656/sq ft
Jan 27, 2024
Pending
—
Jan 24, 2024
Contingent
—
Jan 18, 2024
Listed
$2,000,000
$640/sq ft
Jan 12, 2024
Coming Soon
$2,000,000
$640/sq ft
MRIS #MC8239866
Mar 14, 2014
Sold
$1,350,000
$432/sq ft
Jan 9, 2014
Pending
—
Dec 15, 2013
Listed
**
$464/sq ft
+26
BRIGHT MLS #1003784762
Mar 14, 2014
Sold
$1,350,000
$432/sq ft
Jan 8, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Dec 15, 2013
Listed
$1,449,000
$464/sq ft
+26
Life in the glass house. Even lower level has walk out to the yard. This home is for nature lovers! Wrap around deck, patio, 4 sheds, goldfish pond and completely fenced for Fido. Fabulous kitchen with breakfast bar. Easy commute to D. C. or Va. Walk to canal, restaurants and groceries.
*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
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,125
Year built
1962
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
07 00481063
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 14, 2026.
R-90
Residential - 90 Zone
The intent of the R-90 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
Oct 20, 2005 • Final
Building residential
Addition
Sep 1, 2004 • Active
Mechanical
HVAC
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.
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s), Wrap Around
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Structure Type: Detached
Building Not Winterized
Exterior Information
Other
Lot Information
Has Water View
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $809,900
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,125
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 535
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $13,297
Tax Assessed Value: $1,154,033
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $14,126
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Central, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Propane - Leased
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: BANNOCKBURN
Middle Or Junior School: THOMAS W. PYLE
High School: WALT WHITMAN
School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: Clara Barton Parkway
Directions: From 495N, Take exit 41 for Clara Barton Pkwy toward Carderock/Glen Echo. Keep right at the fork, follow signs for Glen Echo Pk/Washington D. C/Clara Barton Nat'l Hist'l Site and merge onto Clara Barton Pkwy. Merge onto Clara Barton Pkwy. Take exit towards Cabin John. Turn left onto Clara Barton Access Rd. Turn left onto MacArthur Blvd. Turn left onto 79th St. 79th St turns right and becomes Riverside Dr. 8010 Riverside Dr is on the right.
Location Type: River
Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,125
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1962
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 07 00481063
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Bannockburn Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
9/10
Thomas W. Pyle Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
10/10
Walt Whitman High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
15% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Estimated sale price
$1.95M – $2.37M
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