8505 Howell Road











































































Description
Step through a striking entrance defined by soaring 24-foot ceilings and pristine marble floors into a home designed for...Nestled in one of Bethesda���s most coveted neighborhoods, this 2004 custom all-brick residence blends dramatic scale, timeless luxury, and exceptional indoor-outdoor living. Set on a beautifully landscaped 0.58-acre lot, the home offers five spacious bedroom suites, six-and-a-half baths, a heated swimming pool, a tranquil waterfall, warm and cozy firepit, and a three-car garage.
Step through a striking entrance defined by soaring 24-foot ceilings and pristine marble floors into a home designed for effortless elegance and entertaining. The main level unfolds past a sun-drenched private home office and a grand-scale entertaining space anchored by a gas fireplace to comfortably accommodate 20 or more guests. With french doors open directly to the beautifully paved backyard retreat. Detailed crown molding adds refined craftsmanship throughout.
Just half a flight up, the magnificent formal living room with beautiful coffered high ceiling and brand new wood flooring provides a spectacular setting area for family gathering or a piano recital gathering. Nearby, the gourmet kitchen features a bright breakfast area that flows seamlessly onto an expansive, sunlit deck—perfect for morning coffee or sunset gatherings.
One of the home’s most exceptional features is its five spacious bedroom suites, each offering a private en-suite bathroom with dual vanities. Bathed in natural light from three to five windows, every bedroom enjoys remarkable scale, privacy and architectural character. Soaring ceilings enhance the sense of openness, while two bedrooms feature charming recessed alcoves that add storybook appeal.
Privately positioned in its own wing, the primary suite is a true sanctuary, featuring a recessed coffered ceiling, rich hardwood floors and a cozy gas fireplace—perfect for unwinding on winter evenings. A conveniently located second-floor laundry room completes the upper level.
The extraordinary grounds are designed for resort-style living, with a custom paver patio surrounding a heated swimming pool. The adjacent pool-house site is already pre-plumbed and equipped with gas lines, offering an exciting opportunity to create a fully realized pool house or outdoor cabana. Beyond the patio, an expansive lawn provides endless possibilities—from a fire-pit lounge to a private sport court or additional recreation space.
Completing the home, the inviting lower level offers a versatile playroom, casual retreat or comfortable setting for family movie nights.
Located in the Walt Whitman school district.
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Property Information for 8505 Howell Road
- Taxes: $23,180 / year
- MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
- County: Montgomery County
- Buyer's Agent Compensation: 2.5%
- Tax ID Number: 160700674781
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Condo Coop Association: No
- HOA: No
- Structure Type: Detached
- Style: Art Deco, Split Level, Other
- Levels/Stories: 4
- Waterfront: No
- Garage: Yes
- Subdivision: LYBROOK
- Subdivision: LYBROOK (MONTGOMERY MD)
- Legal Subdivision: LYBROOK
- Total Parking Spaces: 3
- Central Air: Yes
- Basement: Yes
- Above Grade Finished SQFT: 4,945.00
- Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
- Below Grade Finished SQFT: 600.00
- Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
- Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: 189.00
- Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
- Total Below Grade SQFT: 789.00
- Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
- New Construction: No
- Property Condition: Excellent, Good
- Stories: 4
- Year Built: 1959
- Lot Size: 0.58 AC / 25,274 SF
- In City Limits: No
- School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- School District County ID: 121138126809
- County: MONTGOMERY
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Tax Year: 2026
- Tax Assessed Value: $1,954,900
- Year Assessed: 2026
- County Tax: $22,067
- Improvement Assessed Value: $1,032,000
- City Town Tax: $0
- Land Assessed Value: $960,900
- Front Foot Fee: $0
- Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
- Refuse Fee: $671
- Zoning: R90
- Tax Lot: P2
- School Tax: $0
- Tax Page Number: 328
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 5
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 7
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 6
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
- Stories: Main
- Year Major Reno Remodel: 2004
- Total Finished SQFT: 5,545.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 5,545.00
- Total SQFT: 5,734.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Wall and Ceiling Types: High, Tray Ceilings
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Marble, Partially Carpeted, Wood, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
- Basement Type: Daylight, Partial, Fully Finished, Outside Entrance, Side Entrance
- Foundation Details: Other
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bedrooms-Main Level-4, Bedrooms-Main Level-5, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-3, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-4, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-5, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-6, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 6
- # Bathrooms Half: 1
- Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landscaping, No Thru Street, Premium, Rear Yard
- Parcel ID: 13876905
- Type Of Parking: Attached Garage
- Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Garage Spaces: 3
- Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Oversized
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Carpet, Central Vacuum, Combination Dining/Living, Crown Moldings, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Walk-in Closet(s), Water Treat System, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 2
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Exhaust Fan, Oven - Double, Oven - Wall, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading
- Accessibility Features: Other
- Window Features: Bay/Bow, Double Hung, Energy Efficient, Screens, Wood Frame
- Laundry Type: Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Flood Lights, Stone Retaining Walls, Water Falls
- Pool: Yes - Personal
- Personal Pool Features: Concrete, Fenced, Heated, In Ground
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Other, Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Central
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS
- List Agent URL: www.ferrislevincollaborative.com
Property History for 8505 Howell Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 2026 | Price Change BRIGHT #MDMC2255948 | $3,495,000 | — |
| Sep 14, 2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC2255948 | $3,600,000 | — |
| Jun 6, 2012 | Closed BRIGHT #1004521028 | $1,450,000 | — |
| Mar 28, 2012 | Pending BRIGHT #1004521028 | — | |
| Jul 19, 2011 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1004521028 | $2,180,000 | — |
| Aug 28, 2010 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009105606 | — | |
| May 7, 2010 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1009105606 | $2,380,000 | — |
| Sep 19, 2006 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #MDMC630604 | $2,225,000 | — |
| Sep 19, 2006 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #MDMC630604 | — | |
| Nov 21, 2005 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC630604 | $2,495,000 | — |
| Jun 30, 2004 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #149673060 | $850,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 09/21/2026 | Price Change BRIGHT #MDMC2255948 | $3,495,000 |
| 09/14/2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC2255948 | $3,600,000 |
| 06/06/2012 | Closed BRIGHT #1004521028 | $1,450,000 |
| 03/28/2012 | Pending BRIGHT #1004521028 | — |
| 07/19/2011 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1004521028 | $2,180,000 |
| 08/28/2010 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009105606 | — |
| 05/07/2010 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1009105606 | $2,380,000 |
| 09/19/2006 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #MDMC630604 | $2,225,000 |
| 09/19/2006 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #MDMC630604 | — |
| 11/21/2005 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDMC630604 | $2,495,000 |
| 06/30/2004 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #149673060 | $850,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 8505 Howell Road
Schools near 8505 Howell Road
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | PK to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Burning Tree Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Thomas W. Pyle Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Walt Whitman High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Stephen Knolls School PublicPK 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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