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11610 KAREN DRIVE

POTOMAC, MD 20854
bedrooms
5 Beds
bathrooms
4 Baths
square feet
3,768 Ft²
$8,751
Est. Monthly

About This Property

OFFERS RECEIVED OPEN HOUSES CANCELED - Reimagined mid-century design, sophisticated interiors, and extraordinary private grounds define 11610 Karen Drive. Thoughtfully redesigned and curated by its current owners, this distinctive Lake Normandy Estates residence offers 3,768 finished square feet across two levels, with five bedrooms and four full bathrooms on a beautifully landscaped .62-acre lot.

Extensive interior upgrades blend architectural character with contemporary refinement. Custom-cut 5-inch white oak hardwood flooring, high-end lighting, hardware, and finishes, recessed lighting, and a redesigned entryway and banister establish a cohesive aesthetic. Renovated kitchens and bathrooms enhance everyday living, while vaulted ceilings, skylights, and expansive triple-pane Andersen windows fill the home with natural light and frame garden views.

The designer kitchen features Italian-imported wood cabinetry, granite countertops and backsplash, a large center island, built-in table space, and high-end stainless steel appliances, including a Sub-Zero refrigerator. French doors open to a newly constructed travertine patio, seamlessly extending dining and entertaining outdoors.

A wood-burning fireplace with a distinctive stepped surround and mantel anchors the living room. The adjoining sunroom/family room pairs cathedral ceilings with a wall of windows overlooking the heated pool and gardens. Travertine flooring and hardscaping throughout portions of the interior and exterior reinforce the connection between the home and its surroundings.

The private bedroom wing includes four bedrooms and three renovated full bathrooms. The primary suite offers direct deck access through glass doors and a spacious walk-in closet with custom poplar wood organizers. Its spa-inspired bathroom features a soaking tub, dual vanity, and glass-enclosed shower.

The finished lower level features rare olive wood flooring, a second fireplace, a fifth bedroom, and a fourth full bathroom, along with generous flexible space for a media room, gym, office, or guest suite. Direct access to the attached two-car garage and additional storage adds convenience.

Drawing on a background in landscape architecture, the owner designed the grounds as a natural extension of the interiors. Layered gardens frame views, create privacy, and provide changing color and texture throughout the seasons. Roses, lavender, tulips, and redbud trees complement travertine and pea-gravel pathways, an elevated greenhouse, and an enclosed vegetable and herb garden with raised beds and travertine flooring. A new tool shed adds practical storage, while a multipurpose sport court accommodates badminton, volleyball, basketball, or outdoor entertaining.

The private heated pool is surrounded by bluestone and French-pattern travertine decking, creating an inviting centerpiece for the outdoor spaces. The landscape was thoughtfully planned for deer resistance, naturally low maintenance, drainage, and water mitigation. A detailed Landscape Features and Planting List is included with the disclosures.

Additional features include an architectural-shingle roof with DeckArmor installed in 2013, dual-zone HVAC, a new water heater installed in 2025, a newer pool filter, a new high-efficiency pool pump, a Level 2 EV charging outlet, a generator with transfer switch, a passive radon system, professionally designed water mitigation, discreetly positioned solar panels, and interior and exterior speakers ready to connect.

Enjoy nearby shopping and dining at Cabin John Village; Hadley's Playground, athletic fields, and walking paths at Falls Road Park; and trails, tennis, ice skating, and the miniature train at Cabin John Regional Park. Nearby golf courses and convenient access to major commuter routes further enhance the setting. With its distinctive architecture, beautifully renovated interiors, and exceptional private grounds, it's an inviting retreat in the heart of Potomac.
Unit Size
3,768 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.61 acres
Price per sqft
$411
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$1,140
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1965

Listed By

Craig Fauver
Craig Fauver Real Estate

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Last updated: 9 days ago (Bright MLS #MDMC2257152)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Sep 27, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Sep 23, 2026 Listed by Craig Fauver Real Estate $1,550,000
Listed by Craig Fauver Real Estate
Jun 12, 2026 Price Decreased $1,588,000
↓ $100K (5.9%)
Price Decreased
May 29, 2026 Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. $1,688,000
Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Thoughtfully redesigned and curated by the current owners, 11610 Karen Drive is a reimagined mid-century modern home where interior and outdoor living spaces blend as one cohesive environment. Set on an expansive .62-acre lot in sought-after Lake Normandy Estates, the property showcases its contemporary finishes. Drawing on a background in landscape architecture, the seller thoughtfully curated an outdoor environment with an estimated exterior retail investment exceeding $300,000. The layered gardens were strategically placed to frame views through the home’s expansive windows while creating privacy . Spring through fall, the gardens display a symphony of ever-changing color, texture, and seasonal interest. Curated views throughout the property include: 160+ newly planted trees, many very mature; 300+ boxwoods; rose, lavender, and tulip gardens; Redbud row; pea gravel and travertine pathways; an elevated greenhouse; an enclosed vegetable and herb house with cedar and locust wood raised beds and travertine flooring; a tool new shed; and a sport court. Designed for deer resistance and low natural maintenance while contoured for water mitigation and drainage. The private heated pool is surrounded by bluestone and travertine decks in a French pattern design. SEE LANDSCAPE FEATURES AND PLANTING LIST WITH DISCLOSURES. Inside, high-end hardware, lighting, and finishes set a refined contemporary tone across two fully finished levels offering 3,768 total square feet, 5 bedrooms, and 4 full bathrooms. Interior highlights include custom-cut 5-inch white oak hardwood flooring and rare olive wood flooring on the lower level, renovated kitchen and bathrooms, recessed lighting throughout, and a redesigned entryway and banister. Vaulted ceilings, skylights, and expansive windows fill the residence with natural light. Travertine tile carried throughout the interior and exterior creates a seamless visual connection between the home and surrounding landscape. The designer kitchen sits at the heart of the home, boasting built-in table space, a large center island, Italian-imported wood cabinetry, granite countertops and backsplash, and high-end stainless steel appliances, including a Sub-Zero refrigerator. French doors extend directly to a newly constructed travertine patio, creating an effortless transition for entertaining and outdoor dining. The living room draws the eye to a wood-burning fireplace with a stepped surround and mantel that contrasts beautifully against the home’s warm neutral palette. Framed by cathedral ceilings, the adjacent sunroom/family room features a wall of windows overlooking the pool and gardens. On the opposite wing of the home are 4 bedrooms and 3 renovated full bathrooms. The primary suite includes a large walk-in closet with custom organizers built with poplar wood, private deck access through glass doors, and a spa-inspired en-suite bathroom. The lower level is finished with rare olive wood flooring. It provides a second fireplace, 5th bedroom,4th full bathroom, and a generous finished flex space, perfect for use as a media room, private gym, office, or guest accommodations. This level includes access to the attached two-car garage and utility/storage space. Additional updates and systems include triple-pane Andersen windows, an architectural shingle roof with Deck Armor installed in 2013, dual-zone HVAC, a new hot water heater in 2025, a new pool heater, a newer pool filter, a new high efficiency pump, a Level 2 EV charging outlet, a generator with transfer switch, a passive radon system, professionally designed water mitigation, solar panels not visible from street, and interior and exterior speakers throughout ready for the new owner to connect. Ideally located near dining, shopping, entertainment, and recreation facilities. The property enjoys proximity to top-rated golf courses and major commuter routes. Don’t miss this opportunity to own in one of the DC's areas most desirable neighborhoods.
Feb 23, 2023 Sold
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Property Highlights

Garage
Air Conditioning
Fireplace
Parking Details
Has Garage
Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Driveway, Asphalt Driveway
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior Details
Full Bathrooms: 4
Interior Features: Soaking Tub, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Primary Bath(s), Skylight(s), Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Double Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Oven - Wall
Flooring Type: Other, Brick, Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Wood
Fireplaces: 2
Basement: Finished
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 3768
Square Footage Source: $0
Property Condition: Excellent
Architectural Style: Contemporary, Mid-Century Modern, Split Foyer
Year Built Source: Estimated
Year Built: 1965
Levels: 2
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Window Features: Skylight(s), Triple Pane Windows
Construction Materials: Frame
Pool Features: Filtered, Heated, In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo
Pool is Private
Lot Size Area: 26779
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.61
Lot Size Square Feet: 26779
Tax Lot: 30
Water Source: Public
Financial Details
Tax Assessed Value: $1,124,733
Tax Annual Amount: $13,682
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: Central Air, Zoned
Heating Type: Forced Air
Sewer : Public Sewer

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1965
  • Effective Year Built: 1965
  • Bedroom Count: 0
  • Bathroom Count: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Partial Bathrooms: 4
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 7
  • Construction Type: 6
  • Building Style: 42
  • Exterior Walls Type: 0
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 3
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 3
  • Basement Area: 1,300
  • Garage Type: 17
  • Garage Square Area: 616
  • Parking Space Count: 2
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 8

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 26,779
  • Total Building Area: 2,468
  • Gross Building Area: 2,468
  • Building Area: 2,468
  • Building Area Measurement: T

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 13
  • Heating: 4
  • Heated Square Feet: 3,768
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 5
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: LAKE NORMANDY
  • Land Acres: 0000000615
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: R-B004
  • Legal Description 1: LAKE NORMANDY EST

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Montgomery County Public Schools
  • Census Tract: 706011

Zoning

  • Zoning: R200

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: FQ62
  • Account Number: 00881747
  • District: 10
  • Parcel: 10-00881747
  • Block: B
  • Lot: 30
  • Latitude: 39.0473
  • Longitude: -77.1859

    Address

  • Full Address: 11610 Karen Dr
  • Address - House Number: 11610
  • Address - Street Name: Karen
  • Address - Suffix Type: Dr
  • State: MD
  • City Name: Potomac
  • Carrier Code: C037
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 3152
  • Zip Code: 20854

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $1,207,254

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1335
  • Valuation Date: Jan 17, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 84
  • Final Value: 1,307,988
  • High Value: 1,482,624
  • Low Value: 1,133,351

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $1,065,000
  • Market Land Value: $484,100
  • Market Improvement Value: $580,900

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $940,400

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Feb 21, 2023
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Feb 23, 2023
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 27
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: May 29, 2020
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: May 04, 2020
  • Previous Sale Amount: $960,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 27

    Financing

  • First Mortgage Financing Type: ADJ
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 11610 Karen Drive built and last sold?
The property at 11610 Karen Drive was built in 1965 and last sold on Feb 21, 2023 for $1,288,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 11610 Karen Drive is $1,601,950.
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