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Property Description
Welcome to 8617 Atwell Rd, a well maintained 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath home with 2,852 finished square feet of comfortable, thoughtfully designed living space. Ideally located in the desirable Montgomery Square community of Potomac, this residence blends classic charm with functional living, all within minutes of top-rated schools, shopping, parks, and commuter routes. A welcoming foyer opens to an inviting formal living room filled with natural light, perfect for hosting or quiet relaxation. The adjoining dining room comfortably accommodates gatherings large and small. At the heart of the home, the well-designed kitchen provides generous counter space, abundant cabinetry, and access to both the dining area and family spaces. The family room offers a warm everyday retreat, ideal for movie nights, game nights, or leisurely afternoons. Just off the main living areas, a screened porch extends the home's living and entertaining space-perfect for morning coffee, evening breezes, or bug-free outdoor dining. A convenient powder room and access to the attached two-car garage complete the main level. The upper level hosts the serene primary suite with ample closet space and an en-suite full bath. Four additional bedrooms provide excellent flexibility for family, guests, a home office, or hobby spaces. A centrally located hall bath serves the secondary bedrooms efficiently. Situated on a nicely landscaped lot, the property features a private backyard perfect for gardening, play, or relaxation. The lot offers ample outdoor space for recreation and entertaining. The screened porch serves as a standout feature, blending indoor comfort with outdoor enjoyment. 8617 Atwell Rd is ideally positioned in one of Potomac's most convenient neighborhoods-minutes from parks, schools, shopping, Cabin John, and major roadways for easy commuting to DC, Bethesda, and beyond.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8617 Atwell Rd
General
- Sold For: $929,000
- Taxes: $8,971 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: MDMC2208050
- Added to Site: 62 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms Upper: 5
- Bedrooms-Up2: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Floor
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
Location
- County: MONTGOMERY
- Subdivision: MONTGOMERY SQUARE
- Driving Directions: Per GPS
School Information
- School District: Montgomery County Public Schools
- Elementary School: Ritchie Park
- Middle School: Julius West
- High School: Richard Montgomery
Community
- Assoc. Name: MONTGOMERY SQUARE CITIZENS ASSOCIATION
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick, Combination, Frame, Other
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Connecting Stairway, Daylight, Partial, Unfinished
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 3,214
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,690 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,690 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1967
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.32
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 13,868
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: R90
- Fencing (Description): Fully
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $345.35
- Assessment Year: 2025
- County Tax: $8,277
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $718,967
- Tax Amount: $8,971
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2085
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 18
Listed by Compass, Avi Galanti
Sold by Compass, David Rios Benitez and Compass, Katina Nicole Benenate
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Schools
Schools serving 8617 Atwell Rd
School District:Montgomery County Public Schools, Gaithersburg, MD
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ritchie Park Elementary School 1514 Dunster Road, Rockville, MD 20854 | K-5 | 0.4 mi |
Julius West Middle School 651 Great Falls Road, Rockville, MD 20850 | 6-8 | 1.6 mi |
Richard Montgomery High School 250 Richard Montgomery Drive, Rockville, MD 20852 | 9-12 | 2.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 8617 Atwell Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/30/2025
Sold
$929,000
—
MLS
12/04/2025
Price Reduced
$929,000
-7.1%
MLS
11/14/2025
Listed
$999,999
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
8617 Atwell Road, Potomac, MD 20854 (MLS# MDMC2208050) is a Single Family property that was sold at $929,000 on December 30, 2025. Want to learn more about 8617 Atwell Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Potomac? You can browse all Potomac real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

