Maryland Neighborhood Guide
Potomac
Potomac, Maryland, is a suburban community located about 14 miles northwest of Washington, D.C. Unlike many neighborhoods just outside of the Beltway, Potomac does not include an even mixture of residential and commercial properties. Instead, the Potomac neighborhood is devoted to large houses with expansive lawns, making the neighborhood even more quiet and relaxing for its residents, especially those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of Washington D.C.
Transportation in Potomac
Investing in Potomac real estate makes it easy to keep life at home separate from workdays in Washington D.C., and other surrounding metropolitan areas. Since Potomac is within 15 miles of larger business hubs such as Washington D.C., and Bethesda, most residents commute to work. Interstates 270 and 495 run along the border of Potomac, Maryland, so commuters can reach Washington, Arlington, and even Alexandria, Virginia, with ease.
Somewhat Walkable
What to Do in Potomac
People living in Potomac have easy access to some of the area’s best outdoor recreation. The Billy Goat Trail at the Great Falls of Maryland is a particularly popular attraction for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. The 4.7-mile hiking trail is divided into three sections, and hikers can learn more about the area’s history at the Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center. The visitor center also sells tickets for the Great Falls Canal boat ride which takes visitors down the river on a tugboat pulled by mules on the shore.
Although Potomac, MD, is primarily a residential suburb, there are still many shopping and dining options. Potomac Village Shopping Center is the largest, most popular place for locals to shop and dine out. The shopping center is designed as an outdoor mall with plenty of trees and quaint brick buildings that residents can stroll through. The Potomac neighborhood is also located near Westfield Montgomery Mall, where shoppers can find department and specialty stores.
WHAT LOCALS LOVE
- Potomac Village is the town center with shops and a few restaurants, a post office, 2 grocery stores, and cafes.
- Potomac Park right off I-270 has a great little collection of restaurants and a Harris Teeter’s grocery store along with our Long & Foster office. Come by and visit us.
- Great Falls and C&O canal is the largest park with plenty of trails, nature watching opportunities, rapids for kayakers.
- The Potomac French Market has antiques, food, flowers, and a South of France Provence vibe.
- The Westfield Montgomery Mall is the area’s largest mall with anchor stores such as Nordstrom, Macy’s, Macy’s Home, as well as more than 190 specialty retailers and restaurants.
- Restaurants are plentiful and diverse. Some of the local’s favorites are:
Housing in Potomac
The homes for sale in Potomac, Maryland are predominantly large single-family homes with at least three bedrooms. Potomac doesn’t have many townhomes or condo units to choose from within the neighborhood, but there are a few options for people who prefer them.
Although Potomac has been settled since the early 1700s, most of the area’s homes were built in the 1950s. Many of the buildings have an architecture that resembles the popular “villa” style or French Chateau feel
Housing is made up of 16,193 houses or apartments, with a median cost of homes of $1,047,279. Nearly all of the housing is large, single-family homes with 3 bedrooms and up.
Housing age breakdown:
- 61.07% built between 1970 and 1999
- 31.75% built between 1940-1969
- 7.18% after 2000
Neighborhoods
Great Falls / Potomac Falls: median real estate price is $1,411,704, the average rental price is $3,800, and housing is primarily made up of large (four, five, or more bedrooms) to medium-sized (three or four bedrooms) single-family homes. Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999 and between 1940 and 1969. You will also find large luxury homes in this area and many custom-built homes.
Travilah / North Potomac median real estate price is $1,311,870, the average rental price is currently $4,514, and housing is primarily made up of large (four, five, or more bedrooms) to medium-sized (three or four bedrooms) single-family homes and townhomes. Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999 with also built after 2000. You will also find large luxury homes in this area and many custom-built homes.
Town Center of Potomac: median real estate price is $1,300,872, the average rental price is $3,450, and housing is primarily made up of large (four, five, or more bedrooms) to medium-sized (three or four bedrooms) single-family homes. Most homes were been built between 1970 and 1999. A number of residences were also built between 1940 and 1969.
Carderock Springs / Congressional Manor: median real estate price is $1,267,541, the average rental price is $2,152, and housing is primarily made up of large (four, five, or more bedrooms) to medium-sized (three or four bedrooms) single-family homes. Most of the homes were built between 1970 and 1999 and between 1940 and 1969.
Glen / Hollinridge: median real estate price is $1,072,243, the average rental price in Glen / Hollinridge is currently $3,379, and housing is primarily made up of large (four, five, or more bedroom) to medium-sized (three or four bedrooms) single-family homes and townhomes. Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999 with also built between 1940 and 1969.
Glen Hills: median real estate price is $945,538, the average rental price in Glen Hills is $4,083, and housing is primarily made up of large (four, five, or more bedrooms) to medium-sized (three or four bedrooms) single-family homes and townhomes. Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999 with also built between 1940 and 1969.
Scotland / Fox Hills: median real estate price is $932,651, the average rental price is $4,308, and housing is primarily made up of large (four, five, or more bedrooms) to medium-sized (three or four bedrooms) single-family homes and townhomes. Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999 with some built between 1940 and 1969.
Democracy Blvd / Seven Locks: median real estate price is $767,261, the average rental is $2,019, and housing is primarily made up of medium-sized (three or four bedrooms) to large (four, five, or more bedroom) townhomes and single-family homes. Homes were built between 1970 and 1999 and between 2000 and the present.
Beverly Farms / Montgomery Square: median real estate price is $712,897, the average rental price is $3,896, and housing is primarily made up of large (four, five, or more bedrooms) to medium-sized (three or four bedrooms) single-family homes and townhomes.
Properties In Potomac Maryland
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