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.
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
- 596 days |
- 14,693 |
- 547 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 22, 2025 at 07:39am
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
$122,907/mo
Principal & interest
$96554
Property taxes
$17638
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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