$1,550,000
SOLD JAN 28, 2025

12727 River Rd Potomac, MD 20854

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,389 Sq Ft
3.21 Acres

Recently Sold

$457 Per Sq Ft

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Potomac Elementary School Rated A
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of January 2025

With over 3 acres of land, the opportunities are limitless. Expand the current home, build a brand-new residence while staying comfortably in place, or design the outdoor oasis you’ve always imagined. Whether you envision a guest house, pool house, or sports court, this property offers the flexibility to make your dream estate a reality. Enjoy spacious main-level living on this private lot with a sparkling swimming pool. The main level includes a bright family room, kitchen, dining area, owner’s suite with a private office, and an additional bedroom with a full bath. Step out from the family room onto the deck to savor breathtaking views of the expansive backyard. The walkout lower level provides even more living space, featuring a large recreation room, two additional bedrooms, a full bath, half bath, laundry area, and a generous cedar closet. This home combines comfort, potential, and privacy—perfect for your next chapter. Minutes to Potomac Village.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jennifer Chow

RLAH @properties License #651413

RLAH @properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Laura Reif

Compass License #SP40000541

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,663

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 3.21 Acre Lot
  • Split Rail Fence
  • Stone Retaining Walls
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Landscaped
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned RE2

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Side Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Built-In Features
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Double Oven
  • Cooktop with Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Rear Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Basement Windows

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Potomac Elementary School
  • Herbert Hoover Middle School
  • Winston Churchill High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Electric Water Heater
  • On Site Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Darnestown Outside Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 160600389482

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,663

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: With over 3 acres of land, the opportunities are limitless. Expand the current home, build a brand-new residence while staying comfortably in place, or design the outdoor oasis you’ve always imagined. Whether you envision a guest house, pool house, or sports court, this property offers the flexibility to make your dream estate a reality. Enjoy spacious main-level living on this private lot with a sparkling swimming pool. The main level includes a bright family room, kitchen, dining area, owner’s suite with a private office, and an additional bedroom with a full bath. Step out from the family room onto the deck to savor breathtaking views of the expansive backyard. The walkout lower level provides even more living space, featuring a large recreation room, two additional bedrooms, a full bath, half bath, laundry area, and a generous cedar closet. This home combines comfort, potential, and privacy—perfect for your next chapter. Minutes to Potomac Village.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven - Double, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Table Space, Dining Area, Built-Ins, Upgraded Countertops, Entry Level Bedroom, Primary Bath(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace Features: Mantel(s)
  • Fireplaces Count: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Walkout Level, Windows
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 3978
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3389
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 779.29
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1989
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1400
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 589
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1989
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 12727

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathroom: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Stone Retaining Walls
  • Pool Features: Fenced, In Ground
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Refuse: 244.78
  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: POTOMAC
  • Middle School: HERBERT HOOVER
  • High School: WINSTON CHURCHILL
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 121138126809
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: POTOMAC
  • High School: WINSTON CHURCHILL
  • Middle Or Junior School: HERBERT HOOVER

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Rear, Split Rail
  • Lot Features: Landscaping, Partly Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.21
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 139828.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: RE2
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 14663.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 160600389482
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 01/28/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Map

Range of Values:

Collateral Analytics

Collateral Analytics Collateral Analytics AVMs (Automated Valuation Model) employ a number of statistical approaches combined with neighborhood-specific comparable selection guarantees the most up-to-date and precise valuations.

Not Available

Collateral Analytics does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

ICE

ICE Mortgage Technology ICE Mortgage Technology’s AVM (Automated Valuation Model) is a state-of-the-art online residential property valuation tool that provides a quick and accurate estimate of the value of almost any home in the U.S.

Not Available

ICE Mortgage Technology does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

First American

First American First American Data & Analytics’ next-generation AVM combines unrivaled data assets with a blended ensemble of valuation models to produce highly accurate, reliable valuations you can trust.

Not Available

First American does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

Quantarium

Quantarium Quantarium’s valuation service, repeatedly proven the industry’s most accurate and comprehensive, is supercharged with a self-learning and auto-tuning AI engine that continually becomes smarter and more accurate as it processes daily inputs from the industry’s leading RE data lake.

Not Available

Quantarium does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

Average Value
Not Available
List Price
Sold Price
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area





Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/28/2025 01/28/25 Sold $1,550,000 0.0% $457 / Sq Ft
12/15/2024 12/15/24 Pending -- -- --
12/02/2024 12/02/24 For Sale $1,550,000 0.0% $457 / Sq Ft
10/01/2022 10/01/22 Rented $5,800 0.0% --
08/29/2022 08/29/22 For Rent $5,800 +20.8% --
09/03/2020 09/03/20 Rented $4,800 0.0% --
08/27/2020 08/27/20 Price Changed $4,800 -4.0% $1 / Sq Ft
07/13/2020 07/13/20 For Rent $5,000 +4.2% --
08/23/2019 08/23/19 Rented $4,800 0.0% --
07/09/2019 07/09/19 For Rent $4,800 -- --
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $14,663 $1,211,100 $740,600 $470,500
2023 $14,757 $1,170,867 $0 $0
2022 $13,718 $1,130,633 $0 $0
2021 $13,150 $1,090,400 $705,400 $385,000
2020 $13,150 $1,088,600 $0 $0
2019 $12,413 $1,086,800 $0 $0
2018 $12,407 $1,085,000 $705,400 $379,600
2017 $12,331 $1,058,833 $0 $0
2016 -- $1,032,667 $0 $0
2015 $11,504 $1,006,500 $0 $0
2014 $11,504 $1,006,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,390,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $610,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $625,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $652,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $686,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $788,450 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $1,550,000 Kvs Title
Deed $875,000 --
Deed $875,000 --
Deed $699,000 --
Deed -- --
Deed $440,000 --
Source: Public Records

Similar Homes in Potomac, MD

  • 12405 Bacall Ln, Potomac, MD 20854

    $1,800,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 5 Baths
    • 5,854 Sq Ft
    • 12405 Bacall Ln
    • Potomac, MD

    Discover 12405 Bacall Lane, nestled on a serene cul-de-sac in one of Potomac’s most desirable communities. Set on an expansive 2-acre lot, this home seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living with multiple access points to the deck and backyard. Outdoor spaces are equally impressive, featuring a flagstone patio, large deck, and a sprawling yard perfect for relaxation and entertaining. NEW ROOF

    Eric Stewart Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

    Section Image
  • 13005 Boswell Ct, Potomac, MD 20854

    $1,500,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 4,648 Sq Ft
    • 13005 Boswell Ct
    • Potomac, MD

    Fall in love with 13005 Boswell Court, nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in one of Potomac’s most desirable communities on an expansive 2-acre lot. This beautifully presented 5,650-square-foot Cardinal model by Wakefield Homes showcases meticulous attention to detail, combining elegant finishes with modern amenities.Numerous upgrades include a complete kitchen remodel (2012), new cedar shingle

    Eric Stewart Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

    Section Image
  • 12908 Missionwood Way, Potomac, MD 20854

    $1,150,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,948 Sq Ft
    • 12908 Missionwood Way
    • Potomac, MD

    Welcome to 12908 Missionwood Way - where no detail has been overlooked in this stunning top-to-bottom transformation. This home has undergone an extensive, high-end renovation with quality craftsmanship and modern finishes. Rich hardwood floors span the main and upper levels, while premium laminate enhances the finished basement - offering both style and function. Recessed lighting and sleek

    Darin Rich RE/MAX Realty Group

    Section Image
  • 8905 Copenhaver Dr, Potomac, MD 20854

    $1,250,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 4,184 Sq Ft
    • 8905 Copenhaver Dr
    • Potomac, MD

    Don’t miss this opportunity to own in Copenhaver, one of Potomac’s most sought-after communities. This property backs to the 9-acre Copenhaver Park with tennis courts, basketball courts, baseball field, jogging trails, a pond with gazebo, and a 19th century springhouse. Put your own finishing touches on this 4,867-square-foot home featuring 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. 8905 Copenhaver Drive,

    Eric Stewart Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

    Section Image
  • 12020 Wetherfield Ln, Potomac, MD 20854

    $1,862,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 6 Baths
    • 6,034 Sq Ft
    • 12020 Wetherfield Ln
    • Potomac, MD

    This all-brick stately Georgian Colonial exemplifies pure elegance from the moment you pull into the large circular driveway. Situated atop the most coveted 2 acre lot in the exclusive Lake Potomac community, this 1987-built 5 bedroom/4 bathroom/2 half bath home with 6 fireplaces and 3 car garage is truly a rare find! Beautiful crown molding and gleaming hardwood floors flow throughout the main

    Lawrence Lessin Save 6, Incorporated

    Section Image
  • 11509 Lake Potomac Dr, Potomac, MD 20854

    $1,749,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 4,935 Sq Ft
    • 11509 Lake Potomac Dr
    • Potomac, MD

    ***Exciting New Price*** Welcome to easy yet elegant living nestled on 2.16 picturesque acres with seasonal views of Lake Potomac! This stately property features five bedrooms, providing ample room for family and guests, all while blending privacy and luxury seamlessly.As you arrive, a circular driveway welcomes you to an inviting, centerpiece, water fountain. The expansive fenced-in rear

    Pamela Whittaker Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

    Section Image
  • 13105 Brushwood Way, Potomac, MD 20854

    $1,690,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 5,899 Sq Ft
    • 13105 Brushwood Way
    • Potomac, MD

    HUGE PRICE REDUCTION!! NEW LISTING IN TRAVILAH MEADOWS! GORGEOUS ,LEVEL PROFESSIONALLY LANDSCAPED AND MAINTAINED 2 ACRE LOT! NEWLY RENOVATED PRIMARY BATHROOM! NEWLY RENOVATED KITCHEN! KITCHEN OPENS TO THE FAMILY ROOM. FAMILY ROOM OPENS TO A TREX DECK. BACK YARD IS FULLY FENCED WITH WROUGHT IRON FENCE. PLAY SET AND WONDERFUL FRUIT TREES - MULBERRY TREE, FIG TREE, GRAPE VINE, TOMATO PLANTS,

    Kay Baer RE/MAX Excellence Realty

    Section Image
  • 11208 Tara Rd, Potomac, MD 20854

    $1,799,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 6 Baths
    • 4,950 Sq Ft
    • 11208 Tara Rd
    • Potomac, MD

    **Open this Sunday 4/13 from 2-4. We will have Fred's Ice Cream Truck at our Open House! Come stop by and grab some ice cream.**Best Deal in town!! New paint, carpet and more make this home an incredible move-in ready opportunity. Amazing home in a GORGEOUS neighborhood has the perfect space. 2 ACRE property where you can swim in your HEATED POOL, soak in the HOT TUB, play tennis on

    Amy Embrey Keller Williams Capital Properties

    Section Image
  • 10510 White Clover Terrace, Potomac, MD 20854

    $1,499,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 5,169 Sq Ft
    • 10510 White Clover Terrace
    • Potomac, MD

    Welcome to 10510 White Clover Ter, an exceptional residence nestled on a peaceful street in one of Potomac's most prestigious and sought-after neighborhoods. This stunning colonial home offers over 5,000 square feet of sophisticated living space, blending timeless elegance with everyday practicality. Featuring 5 spacious bedrooms, 4.5 luxurious bathrooms, a dedicated home office, and expansive

    Mandy Kaur Redfin Corp

    Section Image

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDMC2156628

Bright MLS

APN: 06-00389482