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

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.

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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

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

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