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Off Market Sep 2020 for $2.9M

$4,042,801

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $15,866/mo

•

9,255

sq ft

12820 River Rd, Potomac, MD 20854

About this home

THIS SPECTACULAR CONTEMPORARY HOME IS INCREDIBLY SITED ON 2 ACRES WITH UNSURPASSED VIEWS OF THE POTOMAC RIVER FEATURING EXTENSIVE DECKING, TERRACES AND OVER 175 PICTURE WINDOWS. THIS UNIQUE HOME BOASTS SCENIC VISTAS FROM EVERY ROOM. A DRAMATIC OPEN FLOOR PLAN HIGHLIGHTED BY A GREAT ROOM WITH SOARING 30-FOOT FIELDSTONE FIREPLACE PROVIDES FOR THE FINEST IN FULL SCALE ENTERTAINING AND IS DESIGNED TO HOUSE A SPECIAL ART COLLECTION WITH ITS GALLERY SIZED SPACES. FROM THE SENSATIONAL SOLARIUM/CONSERVATORY WITH WALLS OF GLASS TO THE GOURMET KITCHEN WITH ADJOINING SUN FILLED BREAKFAST ROOM TO THE DELUXE OWNER S SUITE WITH EXCLUSIVE RIVER EXPOSURES, THIS STUNNING HOME INCLUDES FOUR FIREPLACES AND REFLECTS THE PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP THROUGHOUT. A FIVE-CAR GARAGE AND EXPANSIVE DECK WITH 50-FOOT SWIMMING POOL FURTHER ENHANCES THE HOME'S BENEFITS. AN ADJOINING 4 ARCE PARCEL WITH FANTASTIC EXPANDED HISTORIC CABIN, TENNIS COURT AND PETTING FARM CAN BE PURCHASED WITH THE RIGHT OF FIRST REFUSAL BY THE BUYERS OF SUBJECT PROPERTY. LOCATED WITHIN 4 MILES OF POTOMAC VILLAGE, ONE CAN TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE PRIVACY, SERENITY AND WATER VIEWS OF THE POTOMAC RIVER, WHILE BEING WITHIN MINUTES OF SHOPPING AND THE NATURAL SURROUNDINGS OF PARKLAND. INTERIOR DESIGN BY BARBARA HAWTHORN. INTERIOR PHOTOGRAPHY BY KENNETH M. WYNER PHOTOGRAPHY. AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY BY HOMEVISIT.

Single-familyProperty Type

1953Year Built

2.02 acresLot Size

$437Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

5 car garageParking

Listed by Marc Fleisher • Compass

•301-298-1001 (broker)

Bought with Marc Fleisher • Compass

•301-298-1001 (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #MDMC717968

Redfin Estimate

$4,042,801

$1.1M since sold in September 2020$62K since August

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$1,725,000
A
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SOLD JUN 16, 2026
$3,410,000
B
6 beds6.5 baths8,675 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$1,650,000
C
6 beds5 baths5,760 sq ft
6 Travilah Ter, Potomac, MD 20854
SOLD JUL 14, 2026
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D
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SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$2,020,000
E
7 beds6.5 baths10,195 sq ft
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SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$1,794,900
F
5 beds6 baths7,800 sq ft
12710 Travilah, Rockville, MD 20854

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Market trends in 20854, MD

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.5%

0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$1.2M

$3K MoM

Avg. days on market

35d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

223

20 MoM

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NEW 16 HRS AGO
$3,395,000
6 beds10 baths7,283 sq ft
11501 Skipwith Ln, Potomac, MD 20854
(703) 310-6111
COMING SOON
$1,575,000
4 beds3 baths3,735 sq ft
8501 Warde Ter, Rockville, MD 20854
(301) 967-3344
$850,000
5 beds2.5 baths2,327 sq ft
6 Geneva Mason Ct, Potomac, MD 20854
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$1,265,000
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10804 Deborah Dr, Rockville, MD 20854
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$989,000
5 beds3.5 baths2,217 sq ft
1426 Fallswood, Rockville, MD 20854
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$1,175,000
4 beds3.5 baths2,714 sq ft
12417 Goldfinch Ct, Potomac, MD 20854
(202) 234-3344
$995,000
3 beds3.5 baths2,688 sq ft
1289 Bartonshire Way, Rockville, MD 20854
(240) 497-0408
$950,000
4 beds2.5 baths2,573 sq ft
11820 Enid Dr, Rockville, MD 20854
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$1,295,000
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Sale history for 12820 River Rd

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #MDMC717968

Sep 30, 2020

Sold

$2,950,000

$319/sq ft

Aug 5, 2020

Pending

—

Jul 28, 2020

Listed

$2,995,000

$324/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #MDMC671682

Jul 28, 2020

Listing Removed

—

Jan 15, 2020

Price Changed

$5,995,000

$648/sq ft

Jul 29, 2019

Listed

$7,500,000

$810/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 13, 2004

Sold

$2,465,000

$266/sq ft

MRIS #MC4638654

Nov 14, 2003

Delisted

—

Oct 1, 2003

Listed

$280/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 10, 2001

Sold

$2,200,000

$238/sq ft

MRIS #MC3292804

Nov 1, 2000

Delisted

—

Aug 17, 2000

Listed

$259/sq ft

MRIS #MC3219280

Aug 17, 2000

Delisted

—

May 16, 2000

Listed

MRIS #MC3163554

May 16, 2000

Delisted

—

Mar 11, 2000

Listed

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$29,900 (−12.3%)

$1,160,200 + $1,425,200

$2,585,400

2024

$34,109 (+0.2%)

$1,160,200 + $1,425,200

$2,585,400

2023

$34,046 (+4.6%)

$1,160,200 + $1,800,200

$2,960,400

2022

$32,540 (+0.4%)

2021

$32,407 (−3.8%)

2020

$33,696 (+0.3%)

$1,767,500 + $1,181,600

$2,949,100

2019

$33,597

2018

$33,587 (+1.4%)

$1,767,500 + $1,288,600

$3,056,100

2017

$33,121 (+7.6%)

2015

$30,779 (−1.2%)

$1,606,800 + $1,160,400

$2,767,200

2014

$31,139 (−7.5%)

2013

$33,653 (+4.2%)

2012

$32,288 (+4.4%)

2011

$30,919

2010

$30,919 (+48.3%)

2009

$20,854

Tax history for 12820 River Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$29,900 (−12.3%)

$1,160,200 + $1,425,200

$2,585,400

2024

$34,109 (+0.2%)

$1,160,200 + $1,425,200

$2,585,400

2023

$34,046 (+4.6%)

$1,160,200 + $1,800,200

$2,960,400

2022

$32,540 (+0.4%)

2021

$32,407 (−3.8%)

2020

$33,696 (+0.3%)

$1,767,500 + $1,181,600

$2,949,100

2019

$33,597

2018

$33,587 (+1.4%)

$1,767,500 + $1,288,600

$3,056,100

2017

$33,121 (+7.6%)

2015

$30,779 (−1.2%)

$1,606,800 + $1,160,400

$2,767,200

2014

$31,139 (−7.5%)

2013

$33,653 (+4.2%)

2012

$32,288 (+4.4%)

2011

$30,919

2010

$30,919 (+48.3%)

2009

$20,854

*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

8.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2.02 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

9,255

Year built

1953

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Montgomery County

APN

06 02533933

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 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

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 5
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 5
Circular Driveway, Paved Driveway, Paved Parking, Private
# of Open Parking Spaces: 15
Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Driveway

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 1

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 4
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 4
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 8

Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Central Vacuum, Cooktop, Cooktop - Down Draft, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer - Front Loading, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Icemaker, Instant Hot Water, Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
Door Features: Atrium, French, Insulated, Sliding Glass
Flooring Type: Wood
Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Bar, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Carpet, CeilngFan(s), Central Vacuum, Double/Dual Staircase, Elevator, Entry Level Bedroom, Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Table Space, Master Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Spiral Staircase, Studio, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: 2 Story Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings, Wood Ceilings
Has Spa

Room Information
Laundry Type: Lower Floor, Upper Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 4
Mantel(s), Stone

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Daylight, Full, Drainage System, Fully Finished, Full, Heated, Improved, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Sump Pump, Walkout Level, Windows

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 4379
Accessibility Features: Elevator
Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $1,305,900
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2003

Building Information
Main Entrance Orientation: South
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Balconies- Multiple, Deck(s), Patio(s), Terrace
Roof: Metal, Slate
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Atrium, Bay/Bow, Casement, Double Pane, Energy Efficient, Green House, Insulated, Palladian, Skylights
Other Structures: 2nd Garage, Gazebo, Greenhouse, Wood/Metal Shed, Boat House
Building Not Winterized

Exterior Information
Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights, Hot Tub, Lawn Sprinkler, Stone Retaining Walls, Underground Lawn Sprinkler

Pool Information
Personal Pool
Black Bottom, Heated, In Ground

Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs - Parkland, Backs to Trees, Cleared, Landscaping, Premium, Stream/Creek, Trees/Wooded
Has Water View
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Additional Parcels
Land Assessed Value: $1,767,500

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 7,155
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 2,279
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,100
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
County Tax: $33,763
Tax Assessed Value: $3,067,633
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Annual Amount: $34,289

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020

Lease Information
Lease Considered: No

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Programmable Thermostat, Multi Units, Zoned
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service, Generator
Forced Air, Heat Pump(s), Programmable Thermostat, Zoned
Heating Fuel: Oil, Electric
Hot Water: 60+ Gallon Tank, Multi-tank
Sewer Septic: Septic = # of BR
Water Source: Public
Municipal Trash: No

Location

School Information
Elementary School: POTOMAC
Middle Or Junior School: HERBERT HOOVER
High School: WINSTON CHURCHILL
School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
Middle School Source: 3rd Party
High School Source: 3rd Party
School District Source: 3rd Party

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: OUT RIVER RD, 1ST DRIVEWAY ON LEFT AFTER SPRINGRIDGE (4 MILES PAST POTOMAC VILLAGE).
Location Type: River
Road Responsibility: Private
Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile

Waterfrontage Information
Water Access
On Waterfront
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: River

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 8.5
Sq. Ft.: 9,255
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.02 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 06 02533933

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026

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Schools

Potomac Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.3mi

8/10

Herbert Hoover Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.8mi

10/10

Winston Churchill High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.0mi

10/10

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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 102° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

13% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Estimated sale price

$3.84M – $4.65M

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Home values near 12820 River Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
11510 Springridge Rd, Potomac, MD 4 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 3319 Sq. Ft.	$2,945,680
11535 Springridge Rd, Potomac, MD - Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4153 Sq. Ft.	$1,741,427

Address	Redfin Estimate
11520 Springridge Rd, Potomac, MD - Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3163 Sq. Ft.	$1,994,206
11545 Springridge Rd, Potomac, MD 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3983 Sq. Ft.	$1,693,438

Address	Redfin Estimate
11500 Springridge Rd, Rockville, MD 5 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 5888 Sq. Ft.	$3,553,845
11525 Springridge Rd, Potomac, MD 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3378 Sq. Ft.	$1,539,008

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