ASSISTED LIVING / GROUP HOME HISTORY: According to information provided by the Building/Permit Office, the property was previously approved for use as an assisted living facility for 8 residents and 2 caregivers. The County’s records reportedly include the original building permit, occupancy and use permit, and electrical permit. The property also currently has a commercial sprinkler system. Lakefront Living at Its Finest! Welcome to this exceptional lakefront single-family home in the desirable Whetstone community of Montgomery Village in Gaithersburg. Perfectly positioned with one of the best lake views in the neighborhood, this spacious 2 car garage residence offers an incredible opportunity for large households, multi-generational living, Exceptional Potential for Group Home, Living Facility, or Other Approved Residential Uses. The home features 11 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms above grade, while the walk-up basement provides 4 additional rooms, a full bathroom, a wet bar, and a 2nd laundry hookup, creating abundant living space and excellent versatility. The property has been extensively updated in 2026 with a NEW HVAC system, new water heater, all NEW appliances including stove, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, washer and dryer, all NEW windows, fresh interior paint, lightings and NEW laminate flooring. The main level offers a comfortable layout with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, sliding glass door off the spacious living room leading to the large deck and back yard, formal dining room, and an upgraded kitchen with breakfast area. The laundry room is conveniently located next to the kitchen, with direct access to the garage as well as a separate door leading to the side yard. Upstairs you will find 9 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, including 6 bedrooms on the lake-facing side that open to a balcony overlooking the water, providing beautiful and peaceful lake views, while 3 additional bedrooms face the garden side. The walk-out basement adds tremendous flexibility with a second kitchen, dining area, living space, 4 additional rooms, and a second laundry hookup ready for installation. One of the most remarkable features of this home is the beautifully landscaped backyard designed in an English garden style. The terraced landscape creates a layered garden filled with seasonal flowers and greenery, leading up to a private flower-viewing platform that serves as a peaceful retreat. From the kitchen, living room, and upper-level bedrooms, you can enjoy picturesque views of the garden and surrounding natural beauty through the windows, creating a tranquil indoor-outdoor living experience. Outdoor lovers will appreciate that the scenic trail around Lake Whetstone is located directly in front of the home, allowing you to step outside and immediately access walking and jogging paths around the lake. The nearby Lake Whetstone Park offers opportunities for boating, fishing, picnicking, and enjoying nature. Residents of Montgomery Village enjoy exceptional community amenities managed by the Montgomery Village Foundation, including over 335 acres of parkland, six outdoor pools, nineteen tennis courts, nine pickleball courts, sixteen playgrounds, seven ballfields, four community centers, and numerous recreational programs and community events. Convenience is another highlight of this location. The home is close to shopping and dining at nearby centers such as Montgomery Village Center, with grocery stores, restaurants, and daily services just minutes away. Commuters will appreciate easy access to Interstate 270 and the nearby MARC Train Brunswick Line from Gaithersburg MARC Station, providing convenient connections to Washington, DC and surrounding areas. With its spectacular lake views, expansive living space, beautiful garden setting, and outstanding community amenities, this rare lakefront home offers a unique lifestyle opportunity in one of the most scenic locations in Montgomery Village.
For sale
Price increase: $100 (9/16)
$899,900
9725 Lookout Pl, Gaithersburg, MD 20886
11beds
5,336sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1971
0.25 Acres Lot
$886,500 Zestimate®
$169/sqft
$165/mo HOA
What's special
Fresh interior paintLarge deckNew water heaterBalcony overlooking the waterFormal dining roomAll new windowsNew laminate flooring
- 65 days
- 560
- 35
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
xin chen 301-633-8168,
Independent Realty, Inc 3017853300
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDMC2245654
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 11
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 1707
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Other, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, In Basement, Dryer In Unit, Hookup, Washer In Unit
Features
- Basement: Full,Finished,Rear Entrance,Walk-Out Access,Windows,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,336
- Total interior livable area: 5,336 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,629
- Finished area below ground: 1,707
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Built In, Asphalt, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
- Details: Garage Sqft: 420
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake,Water
- Waterfront features: Lake
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 160900802193
- Zoning: R90
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1971
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Whetstone
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Lake, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Tot Lots/Playground, Water/Lake Privileges, Other, Community Center
- HOA fee: $165 monthly
- HOA name: MONTGOMERY VILLAGE FOUNDATION INC
Location
- Region: Gaithersburg
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $169/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $659,100
- Annual tax amount: $7,755
- Date on market: 7/14/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan,Other
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$886,500
$842,000 - $931,000
$3,151/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/16/2026 | Price change | $899,900+0%$169/sqft |
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| 8/12/2026 | Price change | $899,800-4.2%$169/sqft |
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| 7/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $938,800+5.7%$176/sqft |
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| 5/12/2026 | Listing removed | $888,000$166/sqft |
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| 5/5/2026 | Contingent | $888,000$166/sqft |
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| 5/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $888,000+53.1%$166/sqft |
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| 11/25/2025 | Sold | $580,000-2.5%$109/sqft |
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| 10/31/2025 | Pending sale | $595,000$112/sqft |
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| 10/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $595,000$112/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,755 +13.2% | $627,167 +5.4% |
| 2024 | $6,852 +5.6% | $595,233 +5.7% |
| 2023 | $6,490 +5.6% | $563,300 +1.2% |
| 2022 | $6,145 +1.3% | $556,867 +1.2% |
| 2021 | $6,069 +1.1% | $550,433 +1.2% |
| 2020 | $6,001 +0% | $544,000 |
| 2019 | $5,999 -0.2% | $544,000 |
| 2018 | $6,010 -4.2% | $544,000 -1.5% |
| 2017 | $6,273 +18.6% | $552,300 +7.7% |
| 2016 | $5,287 | $512,667 +8.4% |
| 2015 | $5,287 | $473,033 +9.1% |
| 2014 | $5,287 | $433,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $433,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $433,400 -7.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $467,120 |
| 2010 | -- | $467,120 |
| 2009 | -- | $467,120 -30% |
| 2008 | -- | $667,370 +15.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $576,576 +18.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $485,783 +23% |
| 2005 | -- | $394,990 +12% |
| 2004 | -- | $352,690 |
| 2003 | -- | $352,690 +31.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $268,090 |
| 2001 | -- | $268,090 |
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Neighborhood: 20886
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Whetstone
- Middle: Montgomery Village
- High: Watkins Mill
- 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.







