City Homes of Edgemoor is a collection of 29 brownstone-style townhomes on Montgomery Lane in Downtown Bethesda. Developed in two phases, these distinctive residences offer approximately 2,400 to 3,500 square feet, with private garages and elevators in select homes.
For buyers who want the privacy of a townhouse within steps of restaurants, shopping and Metro, City Homes is an unusual choice. Built as land values pushed much of Downtown Bethesda toward higher-density condominiums, this community remains one of the few places to find a full-size urban brownstone. See our Bethesda townhome guide or current City Homes listings.
Just a short walk from the Bethesda Metro and the downtown core, City Homes offers a different kind of low-maintenance living from the nearby condominium buildings. The Villages of Bethesda is its closest downtown brownstone-style counterpart; both are distinct from the surrounding single-family Edgemoor neighborhood.
In 1997, the The City Homes of Edgemoor were just “homes”. Older, relatively run down single family homes lined Montgomery Lane at that point.
After a local developer purchased the first couple of homes on Montgomery Lane, however, interest in the development of “City Homes” spread rapidly. In fact, the City Homes sold out before construction even began (circa 1997).
During Phase 1 of the construction of The City Homes of Edgemoor, three rows of 4-level townhomes were completed. Two of the rows contained six townhomes, while the third row had only five units. Each of the townhomes provided approximately 2400 square feet of living space to its residents, with the exception of two that were found in the third row. It was in the third row that the developer and the builder, constructed their own personal units – each of which 3500 square feet (essentially a townhouse and a half). They also featured 3 car garages as well with elevators. These incredibly special units have since turned over — they occasionally come on the market.
There were only two other “normal” units completed during Phase 1 contain elevators. Two years after Phase 1 was wrapped up in 1998, the second phase of the project began.
City Homes of Edgemoor Phase 2!
At this time, the developer acquired a couple more properties and chose one of Bethesda’s most prominent builders, to construct two additional rows of townhomes. Although the units are similar to those that were built during phase 1, they are a bit larger. In fact, each home is approximately 3,000 square feet (via an extra 6 feet of depth). In addition, each unit has its own elevator. The City Homes of Edgemoor are considered to be such a desirable place to live. Residents of The City Homes of Edgemoor enjoy easy access to nearly 200 restaurants and more than 100 specialty shops, boutiques, movie theatres and more within the area.
City Townes of Edgemoor Phase II – Original Sales Copy
Welcome to downtown Bethesda’s premier new townhome community,Phase I sold out immediately. Phase II can offer only 12 more opportunities for the lucky few who act now. Located in the heart of Montgomery County’s most vibrant restaurant, retail and commercial center – City Townes of Edgemoor is Bethesda’s first luxury urban community in nearly a decade. It’s an enclave of 29 Georgetown-styled, two-car garage towns, with every imaginable amenity, in an unparalled address. No other location offers so much, so close-by. Everything from gourmet markets, Metrorail and the Hyatt Hotel, to parks, the library and the post office are all just steps away. And your choices go well beyond expected services and basic conveniences. The surrounding streets are filled with colorful new restaurants and casual outdoor cafes, fashion and gift boutiques, book emporiums, multi-screen cinemas and live-music clubs. This is suburban luxury and cosmopolitan lifestyle like nowhere else in the metropoitan area.
Pictures of City Homes of Edgemoor
The City Homes are one of Downtown Bethesda’s rare brownstone-style communities. Compare the Villages of Bethesda, explore our Bethesda townhome guide, or ask us about availability.