Home in Potomac means room to breathe—wide lawns, leafy streets, and space for everyone to spread out without giving up quick access to D.C. and Northern Virginia. From classic Colonials with storybook curb appeal to modern new builds packed with smart-home tech, the inventory here delivers privacy and polish in equal measure.

Yet Potomac isn’t just about square footage; it’s about lifestyle. Residents enjoy Saturday farmers’ markets in Potomac Village, bike rides along the C&O Canal, and top-tier public schools that keep property values strong. If you’re looking for a forever address that balances suburban calm with urban convenience, this pocket of Montgomery County checks every box.

Single Family Homes For Sale in Potomac MD

Listings are subject to the Fair Housing Act and Bright MLS rules.

Why Choose a Single Family Home in Potomac?

Potomac’s single-family neighborhoods trade condo crowds for acre-plus lots where you can add a pool, pickleball court, or simply soak up backyard serenity. Architectural variety is another perk—think stone-front Tudors in Bradley Farms, brick Colonials in Potomac Falls, sleek new builds rising in nearby North Potomac, and forward-looking designs that blend glass, metal, and clean modern lines.

Daily life here folds morning jogs along tree-lined River Road, youth sports at local parks, and quick coffee runs into life in Potomac - all without sacrificing proximity to Capitol Hill or Tysons Corner.

If school is a priority, you will be happy that most streets funnel to Winston Churchill, Walt Whitman, or Wootton High, each consistently ranked among Maryland’s best. Add in nearby country clubs, equestrian centers, and the hiking trails of Great Falls, and you’ve got a community where every weekend can feel like a mini-vacation.

Potomac Single Family Home Market Insights

Even with rising rates, buyers keep circling well-located listings, and turnkey homes still see showing traffic within hours of hitting the MLS.

• Median Sale Price: $1,300,000

• Average Days on Market: 32 days

• Active Inventory: 108 homes

• Home Value Appreciation: +3.4% Year-Over-Year

Expect the quickest action on renovated Colonials under the $1.5 million mark in Churchill cluster streets—those often draw multiple offers and minimal contingencies. By contrast, larger estates built pre-2000 can linger if kitchens and baths feel dated; savvy buyers leverage that gap for upgrade credits or closing-cost help.

If you’re eyeing acreage or specific school zoning, track new listings daily and be ready to tour within 24 hours. Cash reserves for an appraisal gap sweeten offers, but sellers are warming to creative terms—rent-backs, flexible settlements—so long as price reflects current demand.

Potomac Single Family Home Buyer FAQs

Which neighborhoods top the wish list for single-family buyers?

Avenel for golf-course views and community amenities; Potomac Falls and Bradley Farms for wooded lots and river proximity; Kentsdale Estates for newer construction on generous parcels.

How large are typical lots?

Standard is about one acre, though it ranges from half-acre in older sections to five-plus acres on the western edge—plenty of room for pools, sport courts, or guest houses.

What’s the commute like to downtown D.C.?

Plan on 30–45 minutes off-peak via River Road or I-495/I-270. Rush-hour traffic can double that, but many residents offset with hybrid schedules or MARC/Metro park-and-ride options.

Do homes here fall under HOAs?

Only certain enclaves (Avenel, for example) carry HOA dues for common-area upkeep and amenities. Most classic Potomac streets have no mandatory association, leaving design freedom (with county guidelines) to owners.