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This exceptional residence is privately and prominently set on two beautifully landscaped, level acres at the end of a paved pipe-stem driveway. A gracious wrap-around porch overlooks mature trees and a serene bubbling fountain, creating an idyllic setting for quiet mornings or an evening glass of wine. Bathed in natural light, the main level is designed for both entertaining and everyday living. The elegant Foyer is flanked by formal Living and Dining Rooms, each enhanced by bay and expansive windows overlooking the grounds. The inviting step-down Family Room features a wood-burning fireplace, custom built-ins, and abundant natural light. The gourmet Kitchen features a large center island, gas cooktop, double wall ovens, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a walk-in pantry. Adjacent to the Kitchen, the bright Breakfast Area is surrounded by windows and skylights, offering beautiful seasonal views and direct access to a walk-down deck with a pergola—ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. The upper level features a spacious landing and five generously sized bedrooms. The Primary Suite offers a wood-burning fireplace, two walk-in closets, and a spa-inspired bath with a soaking tub, dual vanities, glass-enclosed shower, and separate water closet. The secondary bedrooms enjoy large closets, abundant natural light, and scenic views. A particularly spacious fifth bedroom, enhanced by skylights, offers exceptional versatility as a library, home office, den, or playroom. The finished lower level impressively extends the home's living and entertaining spaces. Centered around a second Family Room with built-ins, it includes a wet bar, Fitness Room, billiards area, utility/storage room, and a sixth bedroom with ensuite full bath—ideal for an au pair, guests, or extended stays. A beautiful Sunroom opens directly to an expansive flagstone patio and fire pit, overlooking the professionally landscaped gardens and tranquil private grounds. With ample room for a pool and/or tennis court, the property offers exceptional possibilities for outdoor living. Thoughtfully appointed throughout, the home features hardwood floors, oversized windows, recessed lighting, crown molding, surround sound and integrated speakers, window-darkening shades, a whole-house generator, geothermal heating and cooling, public water and sewer, lawn irrigation, and striking natural rock formations. A main-level Laundry Room and Powder Room provide additional convenience, while the heated three-car garage offers generous parking and storage. Ideally located near Potomac Village's exceptional shopping and restaurants, highly regarded public and private schools, and Falls Road Golf Course, the property offers easy access to Virginia, Washington, D. C. , I-270, and I-495, as well as three major airports. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate nearby walking and biking paths along the C & O Canal, the Billy Goat Trail, and Great Falls, scenic cliffs overlooking the Potomac River, and renowned kayaking opportunities.
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
2 acresLot Size
$353Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Christine Brooks Terrell• Washington Fine Properties, LLC
•202-944-5000 (broker)
•info@wfp.com (broker)
Listed by Joanne Pinover• Washington Fine Properties, LLC
Welcome to Southern Living on a two acre level lot prominently set back from the road at the end of a pipestem paved driveway. Enjoy your glass of wine on the wrap-around porch with view of trees and a serene bubbling fountain. Enter the Foyer with formal Living and Dining Rooms on each side with welcoming natural light from the bay windows and other larger windows. Exquisite space to offer elegant sophisticated entertaining as well as casual living. Cozy step-down Family room with wood-burning fireplace, built-ins and an abundance of light. The gourmet island Kitchen with gas cooktop, double wall ovens, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, wood cabinetry with ample storage and a walk-in pantry. The adjacent Breakfast area is surrounded by windows and skylights with gorgeous vistas of the changing seasons and sliding doors that open to a walk-down deck. Upper level boasts a spacious landing area and five generously-sized bedrooms with the Primary bedroom having a wood-burning fireplace, two walk-in closets and the Primary Bathroom featuring a soaking tub, dual vanities, glass-enclosed stall shower and separate water closet. Secondary bedrooms with ensuite bathroom access, large closets and scenic views with an abundance of natural light from the large windows. The very large fifth Bedroom with skylights has the potential for multiple uses; i. e. may be used as a library, den/office or playroom. Features of the home found throughout include hardwood floors, oversized windows, recessed lighting, crown molding, surround sound and speakers, Conrads with darkening sliders, home generator, geo-thermal cooling and heating, public water and sewer, lawn irrigation system and gorgeous rock formations. Laundry room and Powder room on the main level and access to the heated three-car side-load Garage. The lower level provides more space for entertaining and is centered around another TV Family Room with built-ins, Wet-Bar, a Fitness room, Billiards space, utility/storage room, sixth Bedroom with en suite Bath - perfect for your au pair or out of town guests and a beautiful Sunroom with a walk-out to an expansive flagstone Patio and firepit highlighted by unobstructed views of the grounds. There is ample space for a pool and/or tennis court. This property offers easy access to three airports, DC and Virginia, I-270 & I-495, minutes to Potomac Village with wonderful shops and restaurants, highly rated public and private schools and the Falls Road Golf Course. For nature lovers or outdoor enthusiasts, there are walking and biking paths along the C & O Canal, walk the Billy Goat Great Falls Trail and/or walk the cliffs overlooking the Potomac River or try the region's most perilous kayaking spots.
BRIGHT MLS #1005479034
Oct 20, 2009
Sold
$1,520,000
$234/sq ft
Sep 9, 2009
Listing Removed
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Aug 23, 2009
Listed
$1,635,000
$251/sq ft
This custom designed home w/ 5BR's, 4.5BA's, is nestled on 2 acres and surrounded by lush gardens. Many beautiful details include a chef's kitchen w/ top-of-line appl. , hrdwd flrs, custom cabinetry, oversized windows, an owners suite w/ fp & vaulted ceiling, MBA w/ sep. vanities, tons of storage closets, a 3 car garage, 5 HVAC zones and a lovely, large wrap-around front porch. Open house 8/30, 1-4
MRIS #MC7141976
Sep 10, 2009
Contingent
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$24,241 (+13.5%)
2025
$21,357 (+10.5%)
2024
$19,319 (+10.2%)
$572,000 + $1,578,600
$2,150,600
2023
$17,532 (+15.1%)
2022
$15,237 (+0.8%)
2021
$15,111 (+0.5%)
$572,000 + $812,900
$1,384,900
2020
$15,031 (−10.4%)
2019
$16,774 (+2.1%)
2018
$16,423 (+0.7%)
2017
$16,316 (+3.3%)
2015
$15,789 (+45.6%)
2014
$10,842 (−30.2%)
$572,000 + $692,200
$1,264,200
2013
$15,530 (+3.9%)
2012
$14,952 (−13.4%)
2011
$17,274
2010
$17,274 (+80.2%)
2009
$9,587
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
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Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
5,993
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
5,993
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
10 03197131
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.
RE-2
Residential Estate - 2 Zone
The intent of the RE-2 zone is to provide designated areas of the County for large-lot residential uses. The predominant use is residential in a detached house.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure-Other
Public service
Kennel
Transportation-Other
Park & open space
Mar 25, 2016 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Mar 25, 2016 • Final
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.
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