A beautiful sanctuary awaits you along the prestigious River Road in Potomac, Maryland. Dramatic cast-iron gates lead you from River Road down several hundred yards of your private paved road into over three acres looking over the Potomac River and C&O Canal partially. The lot is surrounded by well-grown woods and the forest conservation area. This exclusive safe haven is fully fenced in, utilities ready, and ready to build your own dream house. It has some river view in late fall and winter.The property is adjacent to protected national parkland near the canal and the river, but does not have the direct access.
Lot/land
$1,950,000
12000 River Rd, Potomac, MD 20854
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3.25Acres
Unimproved Land
Built in ----
3.25 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private paved roadSurrounded by well-grown woodsOver three acresForest conservation areaFully fenced in
- 137 days |
- 410 |
- 16 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Austin Hsu 240-606-6666,
United Realty, Inc. 3017387900,
Co-Listing Agent: Piin D Hsieh 301-254-7407,
United Realty, Inc.
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDMC2222552
Facts & features
Property
Features
- Fencing: Masonry/Stone,Privacy,Back Yard,Split Rail,Full,Other
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canal, Garden, Limited, River, Trees/Woods, Water, Other, Valley
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Canal,River,Water
- Waterfront features: Canal
- Body of water: Potomac River, C&o Canal
Lot
- Size: 3.25 Acres
- Features: Backs to Trees, Level, No Thru Street, Private, Sloped, Wooded, Other, Near National Park, Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Parcel number: 160602744008
- Zoning: RE2
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: See Remarks
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Other, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Above Ground, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Other, Other Internet Service
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Darnestown Outside
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Potomac
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $1,219,900
- Annual tax amount: $14,485
- Date on market: 3/17/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Contract,Conventional,Negotiable,Other
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved, Other
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000 |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDMC2222552 Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2026 | Listing removed | $1,950,000 |
Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2032790 Report a problem | ||
| 1/19/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000 |
Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2032790 Report a problem | ||
| 1/13/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  Bright MLS Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000+13% |
Source: United Realty, Inc. #MDMC726266 Report a problem | ||
| 2/10/2016 | Sold | $1,725,000-13.8% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2015 | Pending sale | $2,000,000 |
Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #MC8647999 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2015 | Listed for sale | $2,000,000+101% |
Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #MC8647999 Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2015 | Sold | $995,000-65.7% |
Source:  Long & Foster Broker Feed #MDMC369218_100 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2014 | Listed for sale | $2,900,000 |
Source: RE/MAX 100 #MC8398261 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2014 | Listing removed | $2,900,000 |
Source: RE/MAX 100 #MC8014168 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2013 | Price change | $2,900,000-10.8% |
Source: RE/MAX 100 #MC8014168 Report a problem | ||
| 2/21/2013 | Listed for sale | $3,250,000+160% |
Source: RE/MAX 100 #mc8014168 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2006 | Sold | $1,250,000+25.6% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2002 | Sold | $995,000+60% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/1999 | Sold | $622,000+57.5% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/1996 | Sold | $395,000 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,485 +3.1% | $1,219,900 |
| 2024 | $14,043 +1.5% | $1,219,900 +1.6% |
| 2023 | $13,833 +6.1% | $1,200,533 +1.6% |
| 2022 | $13,034 +1.8% | $1,181,167 +1.7% |
| 2021 | $12,809 -0.1% | $1,161,800 |
| 2020 | $12,817 +0% | $1,161,800 |
| 2019 | $12,811 -0.2% | $1,161,800 |
| 2018 | $12,834 +0.8% | $1,161,800 +3.1% |
| 2017 | $12,733 +39% | $1,126,600 +3.2% |
| 2016 | $9,162 | $1,091,400 +3.3% |
| 2015 | $9,162 | $1,056,200 +6.8% |
| 2014 | $9,162 | $989,300 +7.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $922,400 +7.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $855,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $855,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $855,500 -31.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,255,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $1,255,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $1,255,500 -1.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,275,000 +19.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $1,066,666 +24.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $858,333 +32.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $650,000 +1.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $640,666 |
| 2001 | -- | $640,666 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 20854
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Potomac Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.2 mi
- 9/10Herbert Hoover Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.8 mi
- 9/10Winston Churchill High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Potomac
- Middle: Herbert Hoover
- High: Winston Churchill
- District: Montgomery County Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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