Price perfected! 9118 Bells Mill Road: a modern manor of luxury, perfected. This private 8-bedroom, 7.5 bath estate sits behind a gated drive off Bells Mill Road in the heart of Potomac. A circular motor court and mature landscaping create a discreet, elegant approach to the all-brick residence. Don't miss the video tour! Inside, a dramatic two-story foyer with dual staircases, marble floors, and a cascading chandelier sets the stage. Formal living and dining rooms lead to a mahogany-clad office, open family room with stone fireplace, and a reimagined gourmet kitchen with oversized island, beverage bar, and top-tier appliances. A main-level guest suite, mudroom, laundry, and 4-car garage add convenience. Upstairs, the primary retreat offers a fireplace, dressing room, and spa bath with steam shower, sauna, and skylit freestanding tub. Three ensuite bedrooms complete the level. The above-ground lower level includes a great room with fireplace, guest suite, two additional bedrooms/dens, playroom, gym, laundry, and ample storage. Sited on nearly an acre with a flat, pool-ready backyard, this 8-bedroom estate combines privacy and accessibility—just minutes to top schools, downtown Potomac, and world-class dining. -- Key Updates: Exterior painting (2025), Thermador dishwasher (2025), LG washer and dryer (2025), brick repointing (2025), gazebo (2024), grill gas hookup (2024), primary bedroom closet update (2024), sump pump replacement (2024), primary bathroom and upper level bathrooms all updated (2023), main floor laundry/mudroom update (2023), LG washer and dryer (2023), LVP flooring installed in basement (2022), main and lower level bathrooms updated (2022), hardwood floors refinished (2021), 2-zone HVAC (2020), high-end kitchen appliances (2020), complete kitchen update to create open concept living-dining (2020), surround sound theatre speakers installed in lower level great room surround sound installed (2020), grand foyer update and coat closet built (2020)
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
0.92 acresLot Size
$314Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listed by Mackenzie Horne• Corcoran McEnearney
•703-790-9090 (broker)
•dhowell@mcenearney.com (broker)
Bought with Unrepresented Unrepresented• Unrepresented
This spacious home offers a unique layout ideal for multigenerational living, featuring a bedroom on the main level and two additional bedrooms in the basement, each with its own bathroom. The backyard is primed to become a perfect oasis with space...
for a pool. Privacy is paramount in this gated property.
1 year ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Three level modern colonial with a shared driveway and gate to the private circular driveway and four car garage. Split staircase gives a grand feeling to an open and modern layout. Back staircase behind the kitchen.
1 year ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Marla Legum
Redfin Associate agent
Move-in-ready, three-level home features a gated entrance and sits on a nearly 1-acre private lot. It includes a finished walk-up lower level leading to a flat, fenced yard and a wrap-around driveway.
1 year ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Kathy Schreiber
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 9118 Bells Mill Rd
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #MDMC2186798
Nov 10, 2025
Sold
$2,300,000
$285/sq ft
Oct 1, 2025
Pending
—
Sep 30, 2025
Contingent
—
Sep 18, 2025
Price Changed
$2,200,000
$273/sq ft
Sep 2, 2025
Relisted
—
Aug 29, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Aug 16, 2025
Price Changed
$2,295,000
$285/sq ft
Aug 6, 2025
Price Changed
$2,345,000
$291/sq ft
Jul 20, 2025
Price Changed
$2,410,000
$299/sq ft
Jun 26, 2025
Listed
$2,460,000
$305/sq ft
Jun 23, 2025
Coming Soon
$2,460,000
$305/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #MDMC2164130
Jun 17, 2025
Listing Removed
—
May 23, 2025
Price Changed
$2,500,000
$310/sq ft
May 1, 2025
Price Changed
$2,589,000
$321/sq ft
May 1, 2025
Price Changed
$2,650,000
$329/sq ft
Apr 30, 2025
Price Changed
$2,589,000
$321/sq ft
Apr 30, 2025
Price Changed
$2,089,000
$259/sq ft
Apr 4, 2025
Price Changed
$2,650,000
$329/sq ft
Apr 4, 2025
Relisted
—
Mar 24, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Mar 18, 2025
Coming Soon
*
Public Records
Feb 6, 2020
Sold
$1,257,500
$156/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #MDMC662428
Dec 16, 2019
Sold
$1,257,500
$156/sq ft
Nov 7, 2019
Pending
—
Oct 23, 2019
Contingent
—
Oct 17, 2019
Price Changed
$1,290,000
$160/sq ft
Jun 6, 2019
Listed
$1,450,000
$180/sq ft
+33
NEW PRICE! Embassy-sized perfection! Just minutes to Potomac Village, a long driveway and a secure gated entrance leads to this custom built beauty, with 8 bedrooms/7.5 baths & 3 fireplaces on 3 finished levels. Exquisite finishes are featured throughout all 8,081 sq ft of luxury living, including oversized light-filled windows, gleaming hardwood floors and an updated Kitchen with an adjacent Nanny Suite. You are welcomed into the house by a stunning 2-story marble Foyer with a double curved staircase, dentil crown molding, marble flooring and a gorgeous chandelier. The 1st Library has walls of cherry wood built-ins, the entertaining spaces are expansive and formal Dining Room could easily seat 20, and there is an adjacent wet bar - perfect for parties. The Master Suite is huge, with a fireplace, separate Sitting Rm and lavish bath with a sauna! All other bedrooms are ensuite. The lower level is oversized and boasts plenty of natural light, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths and a 2nd kitchen, in addition to the Rec Rm & Game Rm. Sold As Is.
Public Records
May 31, 2000
Sold
$1,250,000
$155/sq ft
MRIS #MC2039102
Mar 30, 1997
Delisted
—
Oct 6, 1996
Listed
*
MRIS #MC602220C
Aug 9, 1996
Delisted
—
Jan 15, 1996
Listed
*
Public Records
Dec 24, 1985
Sold
$73,000
$9/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,749 (+4.0%)
2024
$20,910 (+3.8%)
$734,400 + $1,143,000
$1,877,400
2023
$20,147 (+8.5%)
2022
$18,570 (+0.4%)
2021
$18,491 (+0.2%)
$734,400 + $952,500
$1,686,900
2020
$18,464 (−22.7%)
$734,400 + $952,500
$1,686,900
2019
$23,883 (+1.9%)
$734,400 + $952,500
$1,686,900
2018
$23,447 (+0.2%)
2017
$23,399 (+8.0%)
2015
$21,672 (+1.9%)
2014
$21,278 (+2.0%)
$734,400 + $1,170,200
$1,904,600
2013
$20,851 (+0.8%)
2012
$20,688 (−0.6%)
2011
$20,814
2010
$20,814 (+53.7%)
2009
$13,540
Tax history for 9118 Bells Mill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,749 (+4.0%)
2024
$20,910 (+3.8%)
$734,400 + $1,143,000
$1,877,400
2023
$20,147 (+8.5%)
2022
$18,570 (+0.4%)
2021
$18,491 (+0.2%)
$734,400 + $952,500
$1,686,900
2020
$18,464 (−22.7%)
$734,400 + $952,500
$1,686,900
2019
$23,883 (+1.9%)
$734,400 + $952,500
$1,686,900
2018
$23,447 (+0.2%)
2017
$23,399 (+8.0%)
2015
$21,672 (+1.9%)
2014
$21,278 (+2.0%)
$734,400 + $1,170,200
$1,904,600
2013
$20,851 (+0.8%)
2012
$20,688 (−0.6%)
2011
$20,814
2010
$20,814 (+53.7%)
2009
$13,540
*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
7.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.92 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
8,081
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
10 02350715
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 18, 2026.
RE-1
Residential Estate - 1 Zone
The intent of the RE-1 zone is to provide designated areas of the County for large-lot residential uses. The predominant use is residential in a detached house. Optional method MPDU Development is applicable only for development that is served by public sewer service and where designated for sewer service in the applicable master plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Assembly/ meeting place
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure-Other
Public service
Kennel
Transportation-Other
Park & open space
Mar 17, 1986 • Final
Sediment control
Grading
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: 4
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 4
Circular Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
Play Equipment, Awning(s), BBQ Grill, Extensive Hardscape
Fencing: Privacy, Fully, Electric
Lot Information
No Buildout Allowance
Lot Features: Landscaping, Private, Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Level, No Thru Street
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Crops Included: No
Land Assessed Value: $734,400
Farm Information
Farm Land Preservation: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 5,481
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 281
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,584
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
County Tax: $20,882
Tax Assessed Value: $1,877,400
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $21,602
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Lease In Effect: No
Lease Renewal Option: No
Rental Information
Rent Control: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Electric On Property: No
Zoned
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Natural Gas Available
Water Source: Public
Municipal Trash: No
Location
School Information
Elementary School: BELLS MILL
Middle Or Junior School: CABIN JOHN
High School: WINSTON CHURCHILL
School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Waze and Apple Maps provide the most reliable directions. The house is located on a private road off of Bells Mill Road - look for the white pillars with "9118." The home is not accessible via Cambridge Manor Ct, it is accessible via Bells Mill Road.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 7.5
Sq. Ft.: 8,081
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.92 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 10 02350715
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 18, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Automatically Close on Close Date
Around this home
Schools
Bells Mill Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
Cabin John Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
Winston Churchill High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
10/10
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