Welcome to 11940 River Road, an extraordinary, private, gated, secure property backing to the C & O National Historical Park sitting on two beautiful acres just 2.5 miles west of Potomac Village that underwent a major a major renovation and expansion in 2007. This beautiful colonial with a cedar shake roof, 7 bedrooms, 8 full bathrooms and 3 half bathrooms boasts over 11, 500 SF of living space on three levels, and features soaring ceiling heights on the main level, a main level primary suite, formal living and dining rooms, spacious family room, paneled office, gourmet kitchen with large breakfast area and pantry, 3-car garage (one bay has been turned into a commercial kitchen area for entertainment purposes), an upper level with 4 bedrooms, all with en suite bathrooms, a lower level with 2 bedrooms with en suite baths, family room with bar and recreation room. The exterior features an amazing, unique entertaining gazebo with fire pit, covered, outdoor kitchen and dining area, large pool with extensive decking, ample guest parking for large parties and a beautiful backyard adjoining the bucolic woods of the C & O Canal. Come visit this property and enjoy the vision of a wonderful Potomac lifestyle!
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1989
Stories: 3
Living Area: 11,575 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone: (301) 967-3344
Listing Agent: William C.D. Burr
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Double Oven, Oven, Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stove, Trash Compactor, Washer
Basement: Yes
Flooring Type: Wood
Interior: 2nd Kitchen, Breakfast Area, Kitchen - Galley, Kitchen - Island, Dining Area, Built-Ins, Entry Level Bedroom, Primary Bath(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Wood Floors, WhirlPool/HotTub, Floor Plan - Open
Lot: Near Park, Trees, Landscaped, Private, Back Yard
Lot Size: 2.00 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Zoned
Cooling: Zoned
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
Winston Churchill High School, Public District Grades 9-12
Herbert Hoover Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
Potomac Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-5
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Proceed west on River Road from the beltway and Potomac Village to 11940 River Road on left. Use call box to signal arrival, and the front gate will be opened.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $3,995,000
Price Per SqFt: $345/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $29,148
Tax Year: 2021
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MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: BRIGHT
MLS Number: #MDMC2107302
Listing Office:
Office Name: TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone: (301) 967-3344
Listing Agent: William C.D. Burr
Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement.
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Schools
Schools Nearby
The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Elementary School
8
/10
Potomac Elementary School
10311 River Rd
Distance between this listing and this school2.15 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Middle School
9
/10
Herbert Hoover Middle School
8810 Postoak Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.77 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
High School
8
/10
Winston Churchill High School
11300 Gainsborough Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.05 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
8
/10
Potomac Elementary School
10311 River Rd
Distance between this listing and this school2.15 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
8
/10
Wayside Elementary School
10011 Glen Rd
Distance between this listing and this school2.36 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
9
/10
Travilah Elementary School
13801 Dufief Mill Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.13 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Assigned Schools
9
/10
Herbert Hoover Middle School
8810 Postoak Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.77 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
8
/10
Cabin John Middle School
10701 Gainsborough Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.10 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
9
/10
Robert Frost Middle School
9201 Scott Dr
Distance between this listing and this school4.19 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Assigned Schools
8
/10
Winston Churchill High School
11300 Gainsborough Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.05 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
7
/10
Thomas S. Wootton High School
2100 Wootton Pkwy
Distance between this listing and this school4.43 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
5
/10
Quince Orchard High School
15800 Quince Orchard Rd
Distance between this listing and this school5.44 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $244,915. The majority of Montgomery County, MD residents have income $200k+ annually. Typical family type is married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 11940 River Rd
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 11940 River Rd property is $3,995,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 11940 River Rd is a house located in Potomac, Maryland, 20854.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 11940 River Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 11940 River Rd are: Potomac Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10Herbert Hoover Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 9/10Winston Churchill High School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $29,148 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on November 29, 2006 for $2,335,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 11940 River Rd has 7 bedrooms and 8 full and 3 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 11940 River Rd is 11,575 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 11940 River Rd is 1989.
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This home is located at 11940 River Rd in Potomac, MD and zip code 20854 in the Travilah neighborhood. This 11,575 square foot home, which was built in 1989, sits on a 2.00 acre lot. Features: 7 bedrooms, 11 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 20, 2023 and is currently priced at $3,995,000.
Montgomery County, MD housing market in April 2024 saw over 434 listings sold above listed price, more than 137 sold at listed price and over 142 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Montgomery County, MD increased by 21.6% between March 2024 and April 2024. In April 2024 median list price was $588,660 and the average listing age was 14 days.
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