8310 Fox Run - Fox Hills - $824,000

8310 Fox Run - Potomac
Listed By Weichert

Fox Hills is a community of single family homes on the south side of Tuckerman Lane between Seven Locks Road and Falls Road.  Located a short walk from Churchill High School and Cabin John shopping center - this is convenient to everything anyone moving to Potomac could want.


This home is the largest of the Pulte homes built in this community in the mid-1960's.  With 5 bedrooms upstairs and 3 full baths - it is a great floor plan.

This home has been well taken care of and recently updated.  New windows, upgraded landscaping and refinished floors top the list.  A fresh coat of paint has it ready for showing - and boy - it shows well.

The foyer and lower level is traditional with formal living room and dining room.  There is also a private library or office in the front of the home.  The family room is in the back of the home - with a large masonry fireplace keeping the room cozy.  The kitchen has been updated with granite counter tops and some newer appliances.  it looks like the cabinets are original - but in great condition.  Overall - the kitchen looks great.  A large laundry and mud room is behind the garage - as well as a powder room.  I LOVE the space in this Williamsburg model.

The basement is full - but unfinished.  Loads of potential for those that may want additional space.

The upstairs has 4 teen size bedrooms - 2 of them sharing a Jack and Jill bath.  The hall bath serves the other two bedrooms and all of the baths on this floor have been nicely updated.  The master bedroom has good space and a nice size master bath.  This is a great floor plan for the upstairs.

The home sits on a third acre and has a privacy fence in back.  The corner lot makes this space seem a lot larger - and the house has great curb appeal.  A deck and professional landscape throughout will make this a turnkey purchase for the lucky buyers.


So - what about the price?  At $824,000 it may seem to be reaching - but I say not.  With all of the upgrades and lack of inventory - this is a fair and fantastic price.  With Churchill School Cluster and convenience to shopping and commuter routes - this one will sell quickly and at close to the offer price.  Should more than one person fall in love with this property - it could escalate above list price.  Kudos to the sellers and agent for presenting such a lovely product and pricing it well.

9904 Betteker Lane - Glen Park - 629,900

9904 Betteker Lane - Potomac
Listed By Sotheby's

Glen Park is an enclave of homes located on the north side of Glen at the end of Ambleside Drive.  Built in the mid 1960’s – these homes are a mix of split levels, ramblers and split foyers.  This home is located in the Churchill High School Cluster which is a draw for those moving to Potomac.

This rambler style home sits up on a knoll and has a full walkout in the rear.  The roof is extended to provide a sheltered front entry – and a carport adjacent provides room for a single car.  The main entry opens to a small foyer and entry closet with the kitchen to the immediate right.  The kitchen is small – but typical for a home this size.  It has been recently updated and most folks will find it an attractive feature.

Behind the kitchen is a large living room with windows looking out to the back yard.  A large deck with access through a slider provides outside entertainment space and a view of the yard below.  At some point the yard was hardscaped and was probably planted with annuals and perennials.  Even in February you can see bulbs for tulips and daffodils already peeking up out of the beds.

The left side of the home is the living area and contains three good size bedrooms and two updated baths.  The home has lovely hardwood floor throughout the upper level.  Overall – the home seems to have good bones.

An open stairway at the rear of the home is a vestige of modern design in vogue in the 1960’s.  Open to the lower level – it allows light to pass through between levels and is a positive feature.  The lower level is finished – and surprisingly large.  A family room with windows makes this basement space feel like anything but a basement.  The family room is bright and cozy and a perfect spot for a TV or X-Box for the kids.  A bedroom, full bath and laundry are on this level.  Storage space and a few different doors out to the backyard make the space flexible.

Overall – this is a nice house with good bones.  Simple floor plan – with updated kitchen, baths and windows – this is a great starter home – or a great spot to downsize to in the Potomac market.  The yard needs some dressing up – and the home could use a little color – but overall – it seems to be in good shape.  At $629K this home is priced near the top of the market for a home of this style and size.  More likely – it will settle in the $560K range when all is said and done.

12204 Espalier Place - Montgomery Square - $757,000

12204 Espalier Place - Potomac
Listed by ReMax 100

Montgomery Square is a lovely community of single family homes on the North East side of Potomac.  It was built in the mid to late 1960’s and appeals to first time Potomac buyers because of the affordable price point.  Potomac feeds into 3 fantastic high school clusters – which keep families moving to the area.  Most feel that a higher mortgage payment is a better investment than private school tuition.

This house is neat as a pin.  The yard is neatly tended and groomed – and has fantastic curb appeal.  Built by Kettler Brothers in 1968 – this home has been completely updated.  The rooms are tastefully painted and decorated – it is easy to picture your furniture already in place.  The family room has a nice fireplace for chilly winter nights and has a cozy feel.  This kitchen has granite counter tops and really shows nicely. 

There is a glass sun room on the back of the home that can be accessed from the kitchen.  This is a great 3 season room – and will be well utilized by the new owners.  There is a hot tub and brick patio out back – and obvious care and planning has been put into the landscaping.  It looks fantastic.

Upstairs has 5 bedrooms.  2 teen size – 2 kid size and a large master suite.  Hall baths and master baths have all been updated.  As I said earlier – there is nothing left to do!

Although priced at the upper end of the comparables in the neighborhood – all of the renovations here have already been done.   This home shows beautifully and will appeal to most that take the time to see the inside.   Appraisal at full price will be tight – but could work.  More likely – this should sell in the $725K range when all is said and done.

11432 Cedar Ridge Drive - Potomac Crest - $849,900

11432 Cedar Ridge Drive - Potomac
Listed by Long and Foster

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Potomac Crest is conveniently located near the intersection of Tuckerman Land and Seven Locks Road.  A stones throw from the Cabin John shopping center - it is a fabulous location.


Built in 1995 - these town homes were a perfect fit for those in Potomac that wanted to downsize from Single Family homes but stay in Potomac.  These were upper end town homes with high end finishes and plenty of room.

This town home is at the back end of the community where it is nice and quiet.  An alcove at the front door will keep your visitors dry in the rain.  This has always been a nice feature in the rain.

The foyer has a lovely marble floor and tasteful wallpaper.  A step down to the lower level has a full bath, bedroom and decent sized family room.  Some of these homes are not partitioned off - I think this is the better arrangement as it makes for a great guest room, office or AuPair suite.  A sliding door out to a small slate patio below the main deck is a nice space to escape if you need to get outside.

The floors are terraced in this town home.  You go up a half flight of stairs into the living room area.  A large open space and cathedral ceilings make the room spacious.  A window wall and slider to a TREX deck bring in lots of light.  The wooded view from the deck offers great privacy - and the synthetic deck boards promises no maintenance.

You step up to the dining room level which is open to the Living room.  This open space really gives you the perception of a large room.  The kitchen is towards the front of the home and features a nice breakfast area, and island and space for a small table.  The kitchen is modern and looks great. The Corian counters dates the kitchen to the 1990's - but still looks great.

Upstairs there is a large master suite.  The bath has been beautifully updated and no expense was spared using high quality materials.  Large windows let in plenty of light and 2 closets leave plenty of room for clothing.  The other 2 bedrooms are teen size and the hall bath easily serves both rooms.

This is a great town home and would be perfect for those that want to downsize of someone looking for less yard maintenance.  Great schools - good proximity to commuter routes and the Potomac zip code are all winners.  The price is fair - especially with the upgraded master bath.  Look for it to sell within 60 days within 5% of list price.