12000 River Rd

141,570 / 3.25
Lot Size / Acres

Description

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...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.
  1. Listed by Austin C Hsu • United Realty, Inc.
    P: (240)-606-6666 austin7h@gmail.com
  2. Listed by Piin D Hsieh • United Realty, Inc.
    P: (301)-254-7407 myrealtorteam@gmail.com

Property Details for 12000 River Road

Tax ID Number
160602744008
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Waterfront
No
Views
Canal, Garden/Lawn, Limited, River, Trees/Woods, Water, Other, Valley
Garage
No
Subdivision
DARNESTOWN OUTSIDE
LISTING UPDATED: 03/17/2026 09:50 PM

Property Details for 12000 River Road

StatusActive
MLS #MDMC2222552
Days on Market35
Taxes$14,485 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeLand
MLS TypeLand / Fee Simple
Year Built-
Lot Size3.25 AC
CountyMontgomery County

Location

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Building Information for 12000 River Road

Lot Size3.25 AC

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Property Information for 12000 River Road

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121138126809
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: POTOMAC (MONTGOMERY MD)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • Middle Or Junior School: HERBERT HOOVER (MONTGOMERY MD)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: WINSTON CHURCHILL (MONTGOMERY MD)
  • HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • County: MONTGOMERY
  • Topography Description: Sloping, Rolling, Flat, etc.
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water Body Name: Potomac River, C&O Canal
  • Water Body Type: Canal
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Assessed Value: $1,219,900
  • Year Assessed: 2026
  • County Tax: $1,219,900
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Municipal Trash: No
  • Land Use Code: RE-2
  • Agricultural Tax Due: No
  • Historic: No
  • Zoning: RE2
  • Tax Lot: 10
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
  • Perc Type: Approved
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Lease In Effect: No
Building Info
Lot / Land Information
Farm Information
  • Farm Land Preservation Y/N: No
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Level, No Thru Street, Private, Sloping, Trees/Wooded, Other, Partly Wooded
  • Current Use: Land/Lot Only
  • Soil Types: Unknown
  • Road Surface Type: Paved, Other
  • Road Responsibility: Private
  • Fencing: Masonry/Stone, Privacy, Rear, Split Rail, Fully, Other
  • Location Type: Near National Park
  • Parcel ID: 13921197
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Above Ground, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Other
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
  • Electric Service: Other, 200+ Amp Service
  • Internet Services: Other
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS

Property History for 12000 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 17, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDMC2222552

$1,950,000
Dec 31, 2025

Expired

BRIGHT #MDMC2032790

Jan 19, 2022

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDMC2032790

$1,950,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/17/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDMC2222552

$1,950,000
12/31/2025

Expired

BRIGHT #MDMC2032790

01/19/2022

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDMC2032790

$1,950,000

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Public Records for 12000 River Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,219,900Additions-Total$1,219,900
Tax Record2025$14,484 ($1,207 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size141,570 SqFtStyleResidentialZoningRE2CountyMONTGOMERYAPN06-02744008Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 12000 River Road

This home is within Montgomery County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 4 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

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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12000 River Road is a 3.25 ac of land for sale in Potomac, MD 20854. This property was listed for sale on March 17, 2026 by United Realty, Inc., it's currently listed at $1,950,000. It has been on the market for a total of 35 days and was last sold on January 26, 2016. This listing's school district is Montgomery County Public Schools. Nearby schools include Potomac Elementary School, Herbert Hoover Middle School and Winston Churchill High School. 12000 River Road is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 3.25 ac of land on a 141,570 sq. ft. / 3.25 acres lot.

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