Potomac,
Maryland.
Estate homes, larger lots, and the C&O Canal along the Potomac River, west of Bethesda. The FORWARD guide to buying and selling in Potomac.
Who are the best real estate agents in Potomac, MD?
FORWARD at Corcoran McEnearney represents buyers and sellers in Potomac, Maryland. Cesar Rivera, sales advisor, and Marc Cashin, Founder and CEO, lead the team's Montgomery County work, backed by more than $265 million in lifetime team sales, dedicated transaction management, and a partner mortgage strategist. Call (202) 900-3020.
How do I buy or sell a home in Potomac, MD with FORWARD?
Start with a consultation. Buyers get a search built around Potomac's neighborhoods and offers priced from recent closed sales. Sellers get pricing from comparable sales, preparation advice, and marketing to buyers across DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Read how it works for buyers and sellers, or compare nearby Bethesda.
What is it like to live in Potomac, MD?
Potomac is an unincorporated community in Montgomery County, Maryland, west of Bethesda along the Potomac River. Potomac Village, at the intersection of River Road and Falls Road, is the commercial center. Homes sit on larger lots than most of the region, and neighborhoods include Avenel, Bradley Farms, and River Falls, along with equestrian properties to the west.
The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park and the Maryland side of Great Falls run along the river, and TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm hosts professional golf.
What do homes cost in Potomac?
Redfin reported a median sale price of about $1.27 million for Potomac in August 2026, up 6.2% year over year, with 159 homes sold and a median of 34 days on market (Redfin, Potomac housing market). Estate homes and properties with acreage trade well above that figure.
Which schools serve Potomac?
Potomac is served by Montgomery County Public Schools, primarily Winston Churchill High School, with some addresses assigned to other MCPS high schools. The Bullis School, an independent school, is also in Potomac. Confirm boundaries with MCPS before you buy.
How far is Potomac from Washington DC?
Potomac has no Metro station. Most residents drive to the District on River Road, MacArthur Boulevard, or the Capital Beltway, or park at Red Line stations in Bethesda and Rockville.
Potomac, MD: frequently asked questions
What is the median home price in Potomac, MD?
Redfin reported a median sale price of about $1.27 million for Potomac in August 2026, up 6.2% year over year, with a median of 34 days on market. Estate homes on acreage in areas such as Avenel and Bradley Farms sell well above the median.
Does Potomac have a Metro station?
No. Potomac has no Metro station. Residents usually drive River Road, MacArthur Boulevard, or the Capital Beltway, or use Red Line stations in Bethesda and Rockville.
Which high schools serve Potomac, MD?
Potomac is served by Montgomery County Public Schools, primarily Winston Churchill High School, with some addresses assigned to other MCPS high schools. The Bullis School, a private school, is also located in Potomac.
Who is FORWARD's Potomac agent?
Cesar Rivera, a sales advisor at FORWARD at Corcoran McEnearney, focuses on Montgomery County, including Potomac and Bethesda. Call (202) 900-3020.
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