10500 Falls Rd

Potomac, MD 20854

$1,800,000
Last Sold Price
7
Beds
4,868 Sq. Ft.
$370 / Sq. Ft.
4,868
Sq. Ft.
$370
per Sq. Ft.
Closed 7/19/24
Closed 7/19/24

Description

Welcome to 10500 Falls Rd, an extraordinary residence with a rich history and timeless elegance. This meticulously maintained estate, with roots dating back to the 1840s, offers a rare blend of historic charm and modern updates. A 1993-1994 renovation by Rixey, Rixey Architects beautifully preserves and enhances the home's original character, making it a truly unique property. The main floor boasts a grand entry hall with hardwood floors and a guest coat closet, while the front parlor/living room...Welcome to 10500 Falls Rd, an extraordinary residence with a rich history and timeless elegance. This meticulously maintained estate, with roots dating back to the 1840s, offers a rare blend of historic charm and modern updates. A 1993-1994 renovation by Rixey, Rixey Architects beautifully preserves and enhances the home's original character, making it a truly unique property. The main floor boasts a grand entry hall with hardwood floors and a guest coat closet, while the front parlor/living room exude classic elegance with a paneled wood-burning fireplace and built-in features. The study, to the left of the entrance, featuring a wood-burning fireplace with a marble surround, offers a cozy retreat with an ensuite full bath. You will love the dining room, part of the original log home from the 1840s, that showcases beamed ceilings, exposed logs, and wide plank knotty pine floors and paneling. The 1994 renovated
kitchen, complete with a wood-burning fireplace, island, granite countertops, built-in book shelves and a wall of cabinets from floor to ceiling, provides a perfect blend of functionality and historic charm. Featuring plenty of light and views of the lush garden, this space offers a tranquil and inviting atmosphere. In the family room, you'll find hardwood floors, a cozy gas fireplace, and abundant natural light from skylights. It includes a wet bar with a mini fridge, numerous built-in bookcases, crown molding, and recessed lighting, creating an inviting space. Exterior access allows for seamless indoor-outdoor living. A mudroom, home gym/storage, and added powder room and access to the oversized 2-car garage offer versatile spaces for today’s living. On the upper levels, you'll find a primary suite with a hallway of built-in closets, bow windows, tray ceilings, and skylights, as well as 6 additional bedrooms and 5 baths, each with its own character and charm. The upper level also features a 500+ sq ft bedroom/office/recreation room with skylights and a staircase to the garage, offering flexibility and ample space for various needs.
Outside, the property features a pond, deck, flat private yard, and a long extended private tree lined driveway away from the main road, providing a serene and private setting for outdoor enjoyment. With numerous built-ins, hardwood floors, and skylights throughout, this estate seamlessly combines historic details with modern comforts. This 7-bedroom, 6.5-bathroom home spans an estimated 5600 square feet on 2 sprawling acres. As you explore the property, you'll discover a wealth of features, including Gas Heat, Central AC, 2 HVAC Systems PUBLIC WATER AND SEWER, and 4 Fireplaces (3 wood-burning and 1 gas) with a front and back staircase. Located blocks to Potomac Village and across from the Bullis School, this estate offers a rare opportunity to own this 2-acre property where you can add your personal touches or build your dream home. Situated just a few blocks from Potomac Village and directly across from the Bullis School, this estate presents a unique chance to acquire a 2-acre close-in Potomac property with PUBLIC WATER and SEWER. Whether you envision adding your personal touches to the existing residence or constructing your dream home, this opportunity is yours to seize.

Listing Agents

  1. Christy Bakaly

    Christy Bakaly

    Listing Agent

    Compass

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  2. Chris Koons-Byrne

    Chris Koons-Byrne

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    chris.byrne@compass.com

    P: (240)-672-6628

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Property Details for 10500 Falls Road

Tax ID Number
161001742915
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 07/19/2024 03:16 PM

Property Details for 10500 Falls Road

StatusClosed
MLS #MDMC2137204
Days on Market1
Taxes$15,301 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1900
Lot Size2.19 AC / 95,396 SF
CountyMontgomery County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

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Building Information for 10500 Falls Road

Stories2Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size2.19 AC / 95,396 SF

Payment Calculator

$10,048 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,773

Property Taxes

$1,275

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 10500 Falls Road

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121138126809
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: MONTGOMERY
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $1,227,167
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • County Tax: $13,937
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $355,600
  • City Town Tax: $0
  • Land Assessed Value: $889,100
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Front Foot Fee: $0
  • Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Land Use Code: R
  • Refuse Fee: $245
  • Zoning: RE2
  • School Tax: $0
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 6
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 5
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 5
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 6
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 5
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 5
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 4,868.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 4,868.00
  • Total SQFT: 4,868.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8031/5894/2368/803158942368_512_384_WM_yurESX94mbcNENGz.jpg
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-5, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-6, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-5
  • # Bathrooms Full: 6
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 13987336
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 3
  • Accessibility Features: Other
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: www.compass.com

Property History for 10500 Falls Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 19, 2024

Closed

BRIGHT #MDMC2137204

$1,800,000—
Jul 17, 2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1538444560

$1,800,000—
Jun 19, 2024

Pending

BRIGHT #MDMC2137204

—
Jun 19, 2024

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #MDMC2137204

—
Jun 19, 2024

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDMC2137204

$1,999,999—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/19/2024

Closed

BRIGHT #MDMC2137204

$1,800,000
07/17/2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1538444560

$1,800,000
06/19/2024

Pending

BRIGHT #MDMC2137204

—
06/19/2024

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #MDMC2137204

—
06/19/2024

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDMC2137204

$1,999,999

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 10500 Falls Road

Taxable ValueLand$889,100Additions$355,600Total$1,244,700
Tax Record2025$15,158 ($1,263 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths6.5Total Finished SqFt4,868 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,868 SqFtStories2Lot Size95,396 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900ZoningRE2CountyMONTGOMERYAPN10-01742915Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 10500 Falls Road

This home is within Montgomery County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Potomac Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Herbert Hoover Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Winston Churchill High School
Public - 9 to 12
Longview School
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Potomac Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Herbert Hoover Middle School
Public6 to 8

Winston Churchill High School
Public9 to 12

Longview School
PublicK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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