Massive Price Drop! Historic Elliott-Bester House – Grand Residential Opportunity in the Heart of Downtown Hagerstown Step into history with the Elliott-Bester House, an elegant and iconic all-brick residence nestled in the heart of Hagerstown’s vibrant Arts & Entertainment District. Spanning over 8,276 total square feet with 5,445 sq ft of finished living space, this corner-lot gem offers timeless architecture and modern flexibility in a truly unbeatable location. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this two-story home showcases 18th-century charm with stunning period features including original staircases, handcrafted moldings, solid wood doors, and multiple fireplaces. Soaring ceilings and expansive rooms create the perfect canvas for multi-generational living, a private estate, or conversion into luxury residential units. The layout offers endless potential for those who dream big. With generous square footage, multiple large rooms, and existing infrastructure, you can reimagine this home to suit your needs, whether that's a grand single-family home, high-end rental units, or an inspiring live-work environment. Additional highlights include: Off-street paved parking for 12 vehicles Corner lot exposure with excellent natural light Walkable to restaurants, galleries, shops, and the new Hagerstown Multi–Use Sports & Events Facility Rarely does a property of this historic significance and residential potential become available, especially in such a central downtown location. Don’t miss your chance to breathe new life into one of Hagerstown’s architectural treasures.
For sale
$300,000
205-207 S Potomac St, Hagerstown, MD 21740
8beds
8,276sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1750
0.27 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$36/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Numerous fireplacesMultiple officesOriginal staircaseAll-brick corner buildingHigh ceilingsHardwood floorsIntricate moldings
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 22, 2025 at 08:38am
Listed by:
Roberto Gonzalez 301-991-0207,
RG Realty, Inc. 240-203-6393
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDWA2028376

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 8
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,276
- Total interior livable area: 8,276 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 8,276
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Parking Lot, Driveway, Other
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: Three and One Half
- Stories: 3.5
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 2203012298
- Zoning: RH
- 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: 1750
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Arts & Entertainment District
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Hagerstown
- Municipality: Hagerstown
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $36/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $198,867
- Annual tax amount: $3,812
- Date on market: 4/22/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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