Maryland Neighborhood Guide
Rockville
It’s hard to tell when driving through Rockville, Maryland, that it is one of the state’s oldest cities. Today, this city, which is located approximately 15 miles north of Washington, D.C., is home to high-tech and bio-med firms, as well as to great shopping and excellent neighborhoods. Rockville is also Maryland’s third-largest incorporated city.
Although Rockville, MD, has been around for a long time, it wasn’t until the 1950s that it began to boom. Today, this Montgomery County city is home to numerous neighborhoods, including West End, where you can find beautiful historic houses, and Rockville Town Square, which is conveniently located just two blocks from the Rockville Metro station.
Convenient Commuting
Rockville real estate is perfect for anyone who wants to live relatively close to D.C., but would still like to enjoy a suburban lifestyle. This city enjoys easy access to the Beltway and also to I-270. In addition, Rockville has two Metro stations, Rockville and Twinbrook, so it’s easy to get to D.C. when you want to. There is also a train station, so hopping aboard Amtrak or a MARC train is another convenient option for commuters.
Walker’s Paradise
Fun in the Sun
Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy living in Rockville. This city has a number of parks and recreational facilities, including the 120-acre Croydon Creek Nature Center, which is an urban wildlife sanctuary. At 528 acres, Cabin John Regional Park is one of the biggest parks in Montgomery County; you can find an ice skating rink, dog park, miniature ride-on train, and even a Tai Chi court in this park. Plus, its Shirley Povich Field is the home ballpark for Georgetown University’s baseball team.
The city of Rockville proudly hosts many seasonal events, including an Independence Day celebration and a Lunar New Year celebration. These special touches make Rockville particularly attractive to potential home buyers.
WHAT LOCALS LOVE
- Rockville Town Center is the place to be when searching for places to eat and shop.
- There’s plenty of park space to choose from within Rockville, including the 120-acre Croydon Creek Nature Center and the 528-acre Cabin John Regional Park, which both feature trails and picnic areas
- Commuting to the district and beyond is a breeze, thanks to multiple commuting options, including Metro access, a train station, and a convenient location along the area’s interstate highways.
- Shopping is ample along the Rockville Pike. You find everything from small boutique stores to box stores like Target and Best Buy.
- Restaurants are plentiful and diverse. Some of the local’s favorites are:
- Gyuzo Japanese
- Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant
- Botanero Restaurant
- Kiin Imm Thai
- Mahdang Korean Restaurant
- Mykonos Grill
- Il Pizzico
- Clyde’s Tower Oaks Lodge
- La Limena
- Trapezaria
- The Spot (An Asian Food food court)
- Mosaic Cuisine (My favorite brunch place in the DC area)
- You aren’t limited to large grocery stores. Rockville has a varied choice 0f ethnic grocery stores. Korean, South East Asian, Middle Eastern, and South/Central American stores pocket. Some of the local’s favorites are:
- Yekta Kabobi Restaurant & Market (Persian – Middle Eastern)
- Filipino Market & Cafe
- Gourmet Bazaar (European and International)
- Moti’s Market (Kosher)
- Greatwall Supermarket (Chinese – Asian)
- Korean Korner (Korean – Asian)
- Maruichi Inc (Japanese – Asian)
- Indian Bazaar (Indian)
- Russian Gourmet (Russian)
- Siam Seafood (Thai – Asian)
- Shah & Patel Grocery (Indian – Middle Eastern)
- Las Americas International Market (Ecuadorian and Colombian)
- Lotte (Central American)
Housing in Rockville
The Rockville housing market is very diverse. If you are searching for a historic home, then check out West Montgomery Avenue and West Jefferson Street, where you can still find homes from the late 1800s and early 1900s. For something newer, Rockville is home to brand new subdivisions, such as the Preserve at Rock Creek. There are also many condos and townhomes for sale throughout Rockville.
Housing is made up of 25,562 houses or apartments, with a median cost of homes of $622,996. Of that housing:
- 42.13% are single-family detached homes
- 39.26% are apartment complexes or high rise apartments
- 16.44% are row houses and other attached homes
- 1.95% are duplexes, homes converted to apartments or small apartment buildings
Housing age breakdown:
- 36.24% built between 1970 and 1999
- 33.28% built between 1940-1969
- 28.12% after 2000
- 2.46% before 1939
Rockville Neighborhoods
Luxmanor/Old Farm: median real estate price is $1,047,211, The average rental price is $2,675, and housing is primarily made up of large (four, five+ bedrooms) to medium-sized (three or four bedrooms) single-family homes.
Lakewood Estates: median real estate price is $1,089,000 , the average rental price is $2,628, and housing is primarily made up of medium-sized (three or four bedrooms) to large (four, five, or more bedrooms) single-family homes. Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999 with a mixture of Colonials, Craftsman, Tudors, and French Country-style homes.
Potomac Woods/Falls Orchard: median real estate price is $812,819, the average rental price is $3,467, and housing is primarily made up of large (four, five, or more bedrooms) to medium sized (three or four bedrooms) single-family homes. Some homes are older built between 1940 and 1969 while most were built between 1970 and 1999 with a mixture of ranchers, split levels, and colonials.
Norbeck / Sycamore Acres: median real estate price is $781,866, the average rental price is $1,558, and housing is primarily made up of large (four, five, or more bedroom) to medium sized (three or four bedrooms) single-family homes and apartment complexes/high-rise apartments. Homes were built between 1970 and 1999 with a number of homes built between 2000 and the present.
Glenora Hills: median real estate price is $747,962, the average rental price in Glenora Hills is currently $2,639, and is primarily made up of medium-sized (three or four bedrooms) to large (four, five, or more bedroom) single-family homes and townhomes.
Darnestown / Shady Grove: median real estate price is $790,836, the average rental price is currently $2,815, and housing is primarily made up of small (studio to two bedrooms) to medium-sized (three or four bedrooms) apartment complexes/high-rise apartments and townhomes. Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999.
West End Park: median real estate price is $775,209, the average rental price in West End Park is currently $3,261, housing is primarily made up of medium-sized (three or four bedrooms) to large (four, five, or more bedrooms) single-family homes and townhomes. Many of the homes are older built between 1940 and 1969 and some built between 1970 and 1999.
Derwood: median real estate price is $732,164, the average rental price is $2,596, and housing is primarily made up of medium-sized (three or four bedrooms) to small (studio to two bedrooms) apartment complexes/high-rise apartments and single-family homes. Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999.
Manor Park / Sycamore Creek: median real estate price is $596,311, the average rental price is $1,973, and housing is primarily made up of large (four, five, or more bedrooms) to medium-sized (three or four bedrooms) single-family homes and small apartment complexes. Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999.
Properties In Rockville Maryland
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