A Potomac, Maryland Neighborhood Since 1970
Last updated: March 2026
Source: Bright MLS, 2025 closed sales in Camotop as of March 2026. Detached homes only.
With 4 homes sold in 2025 at a $2.25M median, Camotop is one of Potomac's most distinctive residential communities — approximately 50 custom homes on two-acre lots south of Democracy Boulevard. The neighborhood dates to 1970 and features a mix of architectural styles, from brick colonials to contemporary and Mediterranean designs. Homes range from approximately 5,500 to over 14,000 square feet, with five to seven or more bedrooms, and many include amenities such as pools, home theaters, and multi-car garages.
Camotop has no mandatory homeowner association. The neighborhood's two-acre minimum lot sizes, mature landscaping, and gated driveways give each property a private, estate-like setting. Streets include Bentcross Drive, Iron Gate Road, and Democracy Boulevard, among others. Camotop is adjacent to both Falconhurst and McAuley Park, and sits just a short drive from Potomac Village. A Realtor who knows this enclave can help navigate the market for these distinctive properties.
The neighborhood is zoned for Seven Locks Elementary School, Cabin John Middle School, and Winston Churchill High School. Its location along Democracy Boulevard provides direct access to Falls Road, Seven Locks Road, and major commuter routes including I-270 and I-495. Nearby parks include Cabin John Regional Park. For buyers seeking estate-scale living on expansive lots near Potomac Village, working with a real estate agent familiar with Camotop can help identify opportunities in this tightly held community.
Camotop is zoned for Seven Locks Elementary School, Cabin John Middle School, and Winston Churchill High School.
School boundaries are subject to change. For current assignments, visit the MCPS School Assignment Tool. For our analysis of proposed boundary changes, read MCPS School Boundary Lines Are Moving.
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Information herein is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Market data sourced from Bright MLS; figures reflect closed sales for the calendar year indicated. School assignments are subject to change — verify current boundaries with MCPS. Neighborhood descriptions and boundaries are approximate.