8501 River Rock Terrace
BETHESDA, MD 20817
- 7 beds
- 4 baths
- 5,400 sqft
- 13,160 sqft lot
- $333 per sqft
- 1984 build
Discover a home as captivating as the cliffside retreats of Santorini, perched perfectly to embrace spectacular natural views at every turn. This custom-built, 4-bedroom masterpiece, with 3 dedicated home offices, was crafted on the developer’s favorite lot—chosen for its unmatched connection to the surrounding beauty and light. Designed with intention, the architect envisioned every room—especially including the bedrooms—to open to nature, filling the spaces with sunlight, serenity, and scenery. Instead of a traditional dark basement, this home brings you downstairs to light-filled bedrooms, offering peaceful views that are anything but typical. Here, nature replaces the norm, turning expectations upside down—in the best way. In a world that begs for more and more from us, this home invites you to breathe deeply, slow down and enjoy. Located in the highly desirable Cabin John community, this home offers the charm of a tight-knit small town, right in the heart of Bethesda. You'll enjoy a walkable, community-connected lifestyle, with Glen Echo Park just down the road, and access to the Clara Barton Parkway’s scenic bike trails. For commuters, this is a dream location—just 20 minutes to DC, 15 minutes to Tysons Corner, and 20 minutes to Rockville, making it easy to get everywhere you need to be. Come see why this home is truly stands apart as a one-of-a-kind—where nature, luxury, and location come together perfectly—and the best views make the unexpected feel exactly right.
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Last updated Apr 24, 2025
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MLS# MDMC2162662 —
The Building
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Year Built:1984
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Year Built Source:Assessor
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New Construction:No
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Construction Materials:Frame
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Structure Type:Detached
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Architectural Style:Contemporary
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Levels:3
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Accessibility Features:None
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Foundation Details:Slab
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Basement:Yes
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Basement Type:Rear Entrance, Walkout Level, Windows, Daylight, Full, Fully Finished, Heated, Improved, Interior Access, Outside Entrance
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Basement Finished Percent:100.0
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Basement Footprint Percent%100.0
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Total SqFt Source:Estimated
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Total Below Grade SqFt:2200
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Total Below Grade SqFt Source:Estimated
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Above Grade Finished Area Units:Square Feet
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Above Grade Finished SqFt:3600
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Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:Assessor
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Below Grade Finished Area Units:Square Feet
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Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:Square Feet
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Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:Estimated
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Below Grade Finished SqFt:1800
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Below Grade Unfinished SqFt:400
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Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:Assessor
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Tax Total Finished SqFt:5000
Interior
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Room List:Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Office
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Fireplace:Yes
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Fireplaces:1
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Fireplace Features:Wood
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Living Area SqFt Source:Estimated
Room Dimensions
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Total SqFt:5800
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Living Area SqFt:5,400 Sqft
Financial & Terms
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Sale Type:Standard
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Acceptable Financing:Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA
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Possession:Settlement
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Lease Considered:No
Location
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Directions:Please use Google for the best directions from your location.
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Latitude:38.97624000
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Longitude:-77.17355000
The Property
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Property Type:Residential
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Property Condition:Very Good
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Lot Size Units:Square Feet
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Lot Size Acres:0.30
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Lot Size Source:Assessor
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Lot Features:Backs to Trees, Trees/Wooded
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Lot SqFt:13,160 Sqft
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Zoning:R200
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View:Trees/Woods
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In City Limits:No
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Other Structures:Above Grade, Below Grade
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Waterview:No
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Waterfront:No
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Water Oriented:No
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Water Access:No
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Navigable Water:No
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Tidal Water:No
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Land Use Code:R
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Ground Rent Exists:No
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Riparian Rights:No
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (202) 390-8714
- Office phone:
- (855) 450-0442
Taxes
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Tax ID Number:160701692637
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Tax Year:2024
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Tax Lot:30
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Tax Annual Amount:$16,038
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Tax Assessed Value:$1,329,667
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Year Assessed:2024
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County Tax:15307.00
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Total Taxes Payment Frequency:Annually
Beds
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Bedrooms:7
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Bedrooms Main Level:1
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Lower Level Bedrooms:5
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Lower Level Bedrooms:6
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Lower level 2 Bedrooms:1
Baths
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Total Baths:4
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Full Baths:3
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Half Baths:1
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Main Level Baths:1.00
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Main Level Half Baths:1
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Lower Level Full Baths:3
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All Lower Levels Total Baths:3
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Lower Level Total Baths:2.00
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Lower Level 2 Total Baths:1.00
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Lower Level 2 Full Baths:1
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Lower Level Full Baths:2
Heating & Cooling
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Cooling Type:Heat Pump(s)
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Central Air:No
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Cooling Fuel:Electric
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Heating:Yes
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Heating Type:Heat Pump(s)
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Heating Fuel:Electric
Utilities
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Utilities:Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Electric Available
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Sewer/Septic:Public Sewer
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Hot Water:Electric
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Water Source:Public
Appliances
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Laundry Type:Basement
Schools
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School District Name:Montgomery County Public Schools
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School District Source:Listing Agent
The Community
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Subdivision Name:Congressional Country Club Estates
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Senior Community:No
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Pool:No Pool
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HOA:No
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Condo/Coop Association:No
Parking
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Total Garage and Parking Spaces:6
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Garage:Yes
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Garage Features:Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
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Garage Spaces:2.00
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Type of Parking:Attached Garage, Driveway
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# of Attached Garage Spaces:2
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Driveway - # of Spaces:4
Extra Units
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Vacation Rental:No
Monthly cost estimate

Asking price
$1,799,999
Expense | Monthly cost |
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Mortgage
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$9,638
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Taxes | $1,336 |
Insurance | $494 |
Utilities | $349 See report |
Total | $11,817/mo.* |
*This is an estimate |
Walk Score®
Provided by WalkScore® Inc.
Walk Score is the most well-known measure of walkability for any address. It is based on the distance to a variety of nearby services and pedestrian friendliness. Walk Scores range from 0 (Car-Dependent) to 100 (Walker’s Paradise).
Bike Score®
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Bike Score evaluates a location's bikeability. It is calculated by measuring bike infrastructure, hills, destinations and road connectivity, and the number of bike commuters. Bike Scores range from 0 (Somewhat Bikeable) to 100 (Biker’s Paradise).
Soundscore™
Provided by HowLoud
Soundscore is an overall score that accounts for traffic, airport activity, and local sources. A Soundscore rating is a number between 50 (very loud) and 100 (very quiet).
Air Pollution Index
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Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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3/20/25
Mar 20, 2025
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Price Changed | BRIGHT | $1,799,999 | -2.7% |
1/16/25
Jan 16, 2025
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Listed / Active | BRIGHT | $1,850,000 |