LUXURY PROPERTY AUCTION: 5–18 DECEMBER. Accepting Starting Bids Through 4 December. Starting Bids Expected Between $7.5M-$11.5M. Earn an incentive by 4 December. Anchored along the Potomac River on over 13 private acres, this magnificent French Chateau-inspired estate exemplifies the pinnacle of architectural refinement and luxurious living. Approached by a half-mile tree-lined drive beyond an arched gate, the residence unveils breathtaking panoramas of the river and protected parkland. A masterful collaboration between architect John Ike, designer Geoffrey Bradfield, and Horizon Builders, this limestone and slate masterpiece comprises over 40,000 square feet across three meticulously crafted structures. The 25,000-square-foot main residence features coffered ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and imported stone detailing throughout four levels. The entertainment-grade lower level showcases a professional theater, clubroom with magnificent bar, and wine cellar rivaling the finest restaurants. A thoughtfully designed three-level guesthouse with 11 garage bays transforms effortlessly from automotive showroom to glamorous event space, while a 4,500-square-foot staff residence ensures seamless property management. Every amenity speaks to uncompromising luxury—commercial chef's kitchen, elevator access, heated pool, generator backup, automated snow-melt systems, and reverse osmosis water throughout. Remarkably, sale proceeds benefit The American Cancer Society, making this acquisition an extraordinary legacy opportunity. Sale includes 11916 River Rd, Potomac, MD 20854
Pending
$24,900,000
11900 River Rd, Potomac, MD 20854
5beds
25,119sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
13.5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$991/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Heated poolMagnificent barElevator accessPotomac riverThoughtfully designed three-level guesthouseAutomotive showroomLimestone and slate masterpiece
- 618 days |
- 4,154 |
- 139 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 16, 2026 at 01:38am
Listed by:
Cara Pearlman 202-641-3008,
Compass (301) 298-1001,
Co-Listing Agent: Han C Peruzzi 703-268-1850,
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDMC2125248
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 12
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 6
- Main level bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Library, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Study, Sun/Florida Room, Great Room, Laundry, Other, Office, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Utility Room, Media Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 3
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Foyer
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Upper
Game room
- Level: Lower
Great room
- Level: Main
Half bath
- Level: Lower
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Library
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Media room
- Level: Lower
Mud room
- Level: Lower
Office
- Level: Lower
Office
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Upper
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
Screened porch
- Level: Main
Sitting room
- Level: Upper
Sitting room
- Level: Upper
Storage room
- Level: Lower
Storage room
- Level: Main
Study
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Geothermal
Cooling
- Central Air, Geothermal, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Microwave, Built-In Range, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Ice Maker, Intercom, Double Oven, Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level, Laundry Room, Mud Room
Features
- Curved Staircase, Elevator, Built-in Features, Butlers Pantry, Bar, Spiral Staircase, 2nd Kitchen, Additional Stairway, Breakfast Area, Cedar Closet(s), Combination Dining/Living, Crown Molding, Dining Area, Double/Dual Staircase, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Efficiency, Kitchen - Efficiency, Kitchen Island, Kitchenette, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Store/Office, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Studio, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Wine Storage, Other, 2 Story Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings, High Ceilings, Paneled Walls, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wood Walls
- Flooring: Hardwood, Marble, Stone, Carpet, Wood
- Doors: French Doors, Sliding Glass, Six Panel, Double Entry
- Windows: Bay/Bow, Casement, Double Hung, Skylight(s), Window Treatments
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Full,Rear Entrance,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 9
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 25,389
- Total interior livable area: 25,119 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 19,419
- Finished area below ground: 5,700
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 14
- Parking features: Inside Entrance, Oversized, Garage Faces Side, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Heated, Driveway, Detached, Attached, Parking Lot
- Attached garage spaces: 14
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Elevator Installed, 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Patio & porch: Patio, Deck, Porch, Terrace, Screened Porch
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Sport Court, Chimney Cap(s), Extensive Hardscape, Play Area, Water Falls, Balcony
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Heated, In Ground, Infinity, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath, Hot Tub
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Trees/Woods, River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Waterfront features: River
- Body of water: Potomac River
- Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 738
Lot
- Size: 13.5 Acres
- Features: Additional Lot(s), Adjoins - Open Space, Front Yard, Landscaped, Private, Premium, Rear Yard, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 160600404681
- Zoning: RE2
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: French
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security Gate, Smoke Detector(s), Security System
- Subdivision: Potomac
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Potomac
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $991/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $17,966,900
- Annual tax amount: $207,555
- Date on market: 5/9/2024
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$4,599/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/22/2025 | Pending sale | $24,900,000$991/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDMC2125248 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2025 | Price change | $24,900,000-16.7%$991/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2125248 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2024 | Price change | $29,900,000-14.3%$1,190/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2125248 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2024 | Listed for sale | $34,900,000$1,389/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2125248 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Bright MLS #MDMC2081780 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $277 +113% | $11,300 |
| 2024 | $130 -0.1% | $11,300 |
| 2023 | $130 +4.4% | $11,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$151,055/mo
Principal & interest
$124080
Property taxes
$18260
Home insurance
$8715
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 20854
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Potomac Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.9 mi
- 9/10Herbert Hoover Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.7 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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