205-207 S Potomac St

Hagerstown, MD 21740

$300,000
Price
8
Beds
8,276 Sq. Ft.
$36 / Sq. Ft.
8,276
Sq. Ft.
$36
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Massive Price Drop! Historic Elliott-Bester House – Grand Residential Opportunity in the Heart of Downtown Hagerstown
Step into history with the Elliott-Bester House, an elegant and iconic all-brick residence nestled in the heart of Hagerstown’s vibrant Arts & Entertainment District. Spanning over 8,276 total square feet with 5,445 sq ft of finished living space, this corner-lot gem offers timeless architecture and modern flexibility in a truly unbeatable location. Listed on the National Register
...Massive Price Drop! Historic Elliott-Bester House – Grand Residential Opportunity in the Heart of Downtown Hagerstown
Step into history with the Elliott-Bester House, an elegant and iconic all-brick residence nestled in the heart of Hagerstown’s vibrant Arts & Entertainment District. Spanning over 8,276 total square feet with 5,445 sq ft of finished living space, this corner-lot gem offers timeless architecture and modern flexibility in a truly unbeatable location. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this two-story home showcases 18th-century charm with stunning period features including original staircases, handcrafted moldings, solid wood doors, and multiple fireplaces. Soaring ceilings and expansive rooms create the perfect canvas for multi-generational living, a private estate, or conversion into luxury residential units. The layout offers endless potential for those who dream big. With generous square footage, multiple large rooms, and existing infrastructure, you can reimagine this home to suit your needs, whether that's a grand single-family home, high-end rental units, or an inspiring live-work environment. Additional highlights include:

Off-street paved parking for 12 vehicles
Corner lot exposure with excellent natural light
Walkable to restaurants, galleries, shops, and the new Hagerstown Multi–Use Sports & Events Facility

Rarely does a property of this historic significance and residential potential become available, especially in such a central downtown location. Don’t miss your chance to breathe new life into one of Hagerstown’s architectural treasures.
  1. Listed by Roberto G. Gonzalez • RG Realty, Inc.
    P: (301)-991-0207 roberto@rgrealtyinc.com

Property Details for 205-207 South Potomac Street

Tax ID Number
2203012298
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
3.5
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 07/22/2025 03:38 PM

Property Details for 205-207 South Potomac Street

StatusActive
MLS #MDWA2028376
Days on Market14
Taxes$3,812 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1750
Lot Size0.27 AC / 11,648 SF
CountyWashington County

Location

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Building Information for 205-207 South Potomac Street

Stories-Year Built1750Building Size-Lot Size0.27 AC / 11,648 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,889 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,572

Property Taxes

$318

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 205-207 South Potomac Street

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • School District Name: WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121138761341
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: BESTER (WASHINGTON MD)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • Middle Or Junior School: E. RUSSELL HICKS SCHOOL (WASHINGTON MD)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: SOUTH HAGERSTOWN SR (WASHINGTON MD)
  • County: WASHINGTON
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $198,867
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • County Tax: $1,820
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $135,700
  • City Town Tax: $1,992
  • Land Assessed Value: $46,500
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: C
  • Zoning: RH
  • Tax Lot: 112
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 8
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 3
Rooms
  • Stories: Main
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 8,276.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Total SQFT: 8,276.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bedrooms-Main Level-4, Bedrooms-Main Level-5, Bedrooms-Main Level-6, Bedrooms-Main Level-7, Bedrooms-Main Level-8, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-3
  • # Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Other Structure: Above Grade
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Features: Corner
  • Parcel ID: 11633173
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Parking Lot, Driveway, Other
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Accessibility Features: Other
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Pen-Mar REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: Hagerstowncommercialrealestate.com

Property History for 205-207 South Potomac Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 22, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDWA2028376

Apr 24, 2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #MDWA2028376

Apr 22, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDWA2028376

$300,000
Jul 18, 2024

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #MDWA2021038

Jun 9, 2024

Price Change

BRIGHT #MDWA2021038

$400,000
May 9, 2024

Price Change

BRIGHT #MDWA2021038

$450,000
Mar 30, 2024

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDWA2021038

$500,000
Dec 29, 2021

Closed

BRIGHT #MDWA2003422

$207,500
Dec 8, 2021

Pending

BRIGHT #MDWA2003422

Nov 18, 2021

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDWA2003422

$225,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/22/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDWA2028376

04/24/2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #MDWA2028376

04/22/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDWA2028376

$300,000
07/18/2024

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #MDWA2021038

06/09/2024

Price Change

BRIGHT #MDWA2021038

$400,000
05/09/2024

Price Change

BRIGHT #MDWA2021038

$450,000
03/30/2024

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDWA2021038

$500,000
12/29/2021

Closed

BRIGHT #MDWA2003422

$207,500
12/08/2021

Pending

BRIGHT #MDWA2003422

11/18/2021

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDWA2003422

$225,000

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Schools near 205-207 South Potomac Street

This home is within Washington County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Bester Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

E. Russell Hicks Middle School
Public6 to 8

South Hagerstown High School
Public9 to 12

Barbara Ingram School For The Arts
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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205-207 South Potomac Street is a single family home for sale in Hagerstown, MD 21740. This property was listed for sale on April 22, 2025 by RG Realty, Inc., it's currently listed at $300,000. It has been on the market for a total of 14 days and was last sold on December 29, 2021. This listing's school district is Washington County Public Schools. Nearby schools include Bester Elementary School, E. Russell Hicks Middle School and South Hagerstown High School. 205-207 South Potomac Street is a 8-bed, 3-bath, 8,276 sqft single family home built in 1750.

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