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$1,654,962$668 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $1,265,000 on Sep 12, 2019

8121 RIVER RD

BETHESDA, MD 20817
Building report
0
Baths
2,476 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2015
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$1.7M
$1.6M low$1.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,265,000 · Sep 12, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,431 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,466,667 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,300,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,800,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.57
73
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
81
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
34
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.48 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.0.2 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyMONTGOMERY
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Seven Locks Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi
M
Cabin John Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi
H
Winston Churchill High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Montgomery County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20817These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.55
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.38

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.40,313
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,841 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$210,780
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$275,491
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

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How this home compares

8121 River Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 94% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Newer than 96% of homes in Montgomery County

What homes are worth in Bethesda 20817

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$238K$3.5M

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Bethesda 20817.

How it measures up in Bethesda 20817

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bethesda 20817.

Estimated value$1,654,962
CheaperTypical $1,309,733Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$668
CheaperTypical $422Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Living area2,476 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,820 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built2015
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 91% of homes nearby

How 8121 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBethesda 20817Montgomery County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,654,96269% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$66894% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than2,476 ft²40% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than201591% of homes96% of homes

About 8121 River Rd

How much is 8121 River Rd, Bethesda, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8121 River Rd, Bethesda, MD is $1,654,962 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,551,559 to $1,758,365. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8121 River Rd, Bethesda, MD last sell?

8121 River Rd, Bethesda, MD last sold on Sep 12, 2019 for $1,265,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

When was 8121 River Rd, Bethesda, MD built?

8121 River Rd, Bethesda, MD was built in 2015, making it 11 years old. It is a condo/apartment home.

What schools serve 8121 River Rd, Bethesda, MD?

8121 River Rd, Bethesda, MD is assigned to Seven Locks Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Cabin John Middle School (middle), rated A; Winston Churchill High School (high), rated A. All sit in Montgomery County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8121 River Rd, Bethesda, MD compare to other homes in Bethesda 20817?

Among the 13,879 homes in Bethesda 20817, it is worth more than 69% of them ($1,654,962 against a typical $1,309,733), its price per square foot is higher than 94% of them ($668 against a typical $422), it is bigger than 40% of them (2,476 ft² against a typical 2,820 ft²) and it is newer than 91% of them (2015 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Montgomery County, it is worth more than 94% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8121 River Rd, Bethesda, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8121 River Rd, Bethesda, MD was $14,431. The county assessed it at $1,466,667.

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