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$1,275,096$399 / 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 98How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $1,180,000 on Aug 23, 2022

8720 FALLS CHAPEL WAY

POTOMAC, MD 20854
2.5
Baths
3,199 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.2M low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,180,000 · Aug 23, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,210 (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.$1,055,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$406,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$648,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$973,567
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,055,600

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bi-Level
CountyMONTGOMERY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 494 ft²

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
Cold Spring Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Thomas S. Wootton High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Cabin John Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi

District: Montgomery County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20854These 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.43
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.35

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.51,685
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,423 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$211,237
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$271,649
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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

8720 Falls Chapel Way 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 88% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Older than 70% of homes in Potomac 20854

What homes are worth in Potomac 20854

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

This home
$571K$3.3M

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Potomac 20854.

How it measures up in Potomac 20854

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Potomac 20854.

Estimated value$1,275,096
CheaperTypical $1,238,354Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$399
CheaperTypical $365Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area3,199 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,366 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 8720 Falls Chapel Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePotomac 20854Montgomery County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,275,09653% of homes88% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39969% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than3,199 ft²45% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac48% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than197030% of homes38% of homes

About 8720 Falls Chapel Way

How much is 8720 Falls Chapel Way, Potomac, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8720 Falls Chapel Way, Potomac, MD is $1,275,096 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,243,567 to $1,306,625. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8720 Falls Chapel Way, Potomac, MD last sell?

8720 Falls Chapel Way, Potomac, MD last sold on Aug 23, 2022 for $1,180,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8720 Falls Chapel Way, Potomac, MD?

8720 Falls Chapel Way, Potomac, MD has 2.5 bathrooms, 3,199 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 8720 Falls Chapel Way, Potomac, MD built?

8720 Falls Chapel Way, Potomac, MD was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a bi-level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8720 Falls Chapel Way, Potomac, MD?

8720 Falls Chapel Way, Potomac, MD is assigned to Cold Spring Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Thomas S. Wootton High School (high), rated A; Cabin John Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Montgomery County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8720 Falls Chapel Way, Potomac, MD compare to other homes in Potomac 20854?

Among the 17,261 homes in Potomac 20854, it is worth more than 53% of them ($1,275,096 against a typical $1,238,354), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($399 against a typical $365), it is bigger than 45% of them (3,199 ft² against a typical 3,366 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1970 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Montgomery County, it is worth more than 88% 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 8720 Falls Chapel Way, Potomac, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8720 Falls Chapel Way, Potomac, MD was $11,210. The county assessed it at $1,055,600.

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