$7,750,000 Price Analysis    ♡   Bethesda, MD 20814 7 bed 9 bath 7,308 SqFt ($1060/SqFt) 0.67 acre lot. Built 1913 Listed 2024-02-27, Taxes $34,092 | Ⓧ USDA Ineligible due to price & location near Bethesda |
Standing amongst the Capital Regions tremendous estates
7610 Fairfax Road is a poster child for classically elegant east coast living in one of the nations most sought after communities. Sited on one of Edgemoors largest lots behind nostalgic white picket fences, this home is the quintessential old world colonial radiating a storied charm presented in a fully restored, renovated modern package, located a stone's throw to vibrant downtown Bethesda. One of five original Edgemoor homes constructed during the dawn of a golden era in American history, the estate is architecturally significant with original millwork, mantles and period details. A gracious crescent-shaped driveway affords an elegant approach and effortless curb appeal. A wraparound covered porch dominates the ideally-proportioned facade, topped by a recently installed slate roof, reminiscent of the homes showcased in old Hollywood films. Likewise, the arched entryway opens into a traditional reception area, with the grand staircase lining the perimeter of the foyer. Gleaming dark-stained Heart Pine floors are a metaphor for the rest of the home, as they set a timelessly luxurious tone with a contemporary flair. Formal rooms harken back to a bygone era of lavish entertaining and are proportioned accordingly, such as the living room with six sets of French doors opening onto the rear gardens. The dining room is equally elegant, its walls of windows and accent lighting curating an exacting atmosphere for evening festivities.
Meanwhile, the librarys rich paneling and roaring fireplace offer a serene retreat. In the informal wing, the chefs kitchen is a stunning showcase. Cascade marble floors, stacked inset cabinetry, thick-edge stone countertops and a suite of Wolf, SubZero and Viking appliances each represent the pinnacle in culinary facilities. An adjacent ethereal breakfast nook and family room with wall of windows separated by pocket doors completes the space. An enclosed breezeway directly accesses the garage. The primary suite is nestled in a private wing on the upper level. It boasts a sumptuous marble bath with separate vanities and a large jetted tub, as well as a commodious dressing room befit ting a home of such caliber. Two secondary bedrooms are ample in scale and each feature modern ensuite baths with dual vanities in addition to walk-in closets. A convenient laundry room is also located on this level. The top level is a true multipurpose space. Two additional large bedroom suites can serve as teenager or au pair accommodation, a fitness center, media room or private office, offering limitless flexibility. Furthermore, a cathedral, beam-ceilinged loft above the detached garage makes an ideal recreation space. A den and sixth bedroom suite are tucked away on the lower level. The stunning, level, acre lot is truly showcased in the rear of the home. A spectacular double-height portico framed by Gone with the Wind columns is adjacent to the newly-constructed heated pool, where the wraparound porch also offers refuge from intense summer sunlight. An l fresco dining area, fire pit and outdoor barbecue enables entertaining on a grand scale, while extensive hardscaping, verdant foliage and extensive fencing creates a totally private, tranquil oasis. Historically significant, spectacularly designed, thoughtfully modernized and meticulously crafted, 7610 Fairfax Road lies at the intersection of past and present but will undoubtedly remain timeless far into the future.
Presented by Kara Sheehan at
TTR Sotheby's International Realty.
Property MLS #MDMC2121378 from BrightMLS
Full Bathrooms: 7
1/2 Bathrooms: 2
Heating Features: Radiator
Heating: Yes
Lot Size Square Feet: 29351
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Detached Garage Spaces: 3, Driveway Spaces: 10, Detached Garage
Parking Total: 13
Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 0
Map directions Map directions Map directions Map directionsSource Listing Status: Active
County: MONTGOMERY
Disclaimer: Standard
Ownership: Fee Simple
Source Property Type: Residential
Area: MONTGOMERY
Source Neighborhood: EDGEMOOR
Postal Code Plus 4: 1314
Subdivision: EDGEMOOR
Source System Name: C2C
| Year | Assessments Building + Land Total | Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $unknown + $unknown $3,071,333 | $34,092 |
| 2021 | $1,649,100 + $1,342,600 $2,991,700 | $33,110 |
| 2020 | $1,649,100 + $1,342,600 $2,991,700 | $33,081 |
| 2019 | $1,649,100 + $1,342,600 $2,991,700 | $33,026 |
| 2018 | $1,946,300 + $1,118,800 $3,065,100 | $33,865 |
| 2017 | $1,946,300 + $1,118,800 $3,065,100 | $34,473 |
| 2016 | $2,767,700 + $932,300 $3,700,000 | $33,838 |
| 2016 | $1,946,300 + $1,118,800 $3,065,100 | $35,220 |
| 2015 | $unknown + $unknown $3,230,633 | $31,001 |
| 2014 | $unknown + $unknown $2,401,967 | $27,067 |
| 2012 | $unknown + $unknown $2,291,900 | $25,323 |
| 2011 | $unknown + $unknown $2,291,900 | $24,297 |
| 2010 | $unknown + $unknown $2,291,900 | $23,267 |
| 2009 | $unknown + $unknown $2,671,770 | $27,026 |
| 2008 | $unknown + $unknown $2,671,770 | $19,619 |
$7,750,000
BrightMLS
Listed 2024-02-27
$7,875,000
BrightMLS
Listing removed 2023-11-13
$0
BrightMLS
Listed 2023-09-05
$7,995,000
BrightMLS
Sold 2010-10-08
$4,000,000
Public Record
Listing removed 2010-08-12
$4,900,000
MRIS
Listed 2010-06-14
$4,900,000
MRIS
Sold 1998-09-03
$1,050,000
Public Record
Sold 1969-11-12
$100,000
Public Record
Year Built: 1913
Above Grade Finished Area: 6328
BelowGradeFinishedArea: 980
Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1200
Construction Materials: Frame
Property Age: 111
Levels or Stories: 4
Structure Type: Detached
House Style: Colonial, Georgian, Traditional
Total Area Sqft: 8508
Total Below Grade Area: 2180
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