About 8578 Brickyard Rd
Rarely does a home of this caliber become available in one of Potomac’s most desirable neighborhoods. Extensively renovated and expanded with over $450,000 in improvements, this exceptional property offers the perfect blend of elegance, flexibility, and resort-style living. The main residence features 5 bedrooms and 5.5 full baths, thoughtfully designed for comfortable everyday living and effortless entertaining. A substantial addition has enhanced the home’s living space while maintaining its timeless character and appeal. A standout feature of the property is the detached guest house/au pair suite with its own private entrance, bedroom, 2 full baths, kitchen and laundry. This versatile space is ideal for an au pair, in-laws, returning college students, long-term guests, a private office, or multi-generational living. The backyard is a true retreat, featuring a charming pool, outdoor shower, surrounded by mature landscaping and unique original Yankee Stadium seats that create an unforgettable setting for entertaining family and friends. Offering exceptional indoor and outdoor living, remarkable flexibility, and a premier Potomac location, this is a rare opportunity to own a truly special home.
Features of 8578 Brickyard Rd
| MLS® # | MDMC2241386 |
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| Price | $1,875,000 |
| Bedrooms | 6 |
| Bathrooms | 7.50 |
| Full Baths | 7 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 6,003 |
| Acres | 0.43 |
| Year Built | 1972 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Detached |
| Style | Contemporary |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 8578 Brickyard Rd |
|---|---|
| Subdivision | FAWCETT FARMS |
| City | POTOMAC |
| County | MONTGOMERY-MD |
| State | MD |
| Zip Code | 20854 |
Amenities
| Amenities | Primary Bath(s), Attic, Bar, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Formal/Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors |
|---|---|
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Garages | Garage Door Opener |
| View | Garden/Lawn |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | Yes |
Interior
| Interior Features | Floor Plan - Traditional |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Oven - Double, Oven - Wall, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Connecting Stairway, Fully Finished, Improved, Walkout Stairs |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 3 |
| Stories | 3 |
Exterior
| Exterior | Cedar |
|---|---|
| Exterior Features | Outside Shower,Balcony,Deck(s),Patio(s),Fully,Rear |
| Lot Description | Corner, Cul-de-sac, Landscaping, Trees/Wooded |
| Roof | Built-Up |
| Construction | Cedar |
| Foundation | Slab |
School Information
| District | MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS |
|---|---|
| Elementary | CARDEROCK SPRINGS |
| Middle | THOMAS W. PYLE |
| High | WALT WHITMAN |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | June 19th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 79 |
| Zoning | R200 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. |
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