20874: Germantown/Darnestown, MD

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Richard Barney

Neighborhood Specialist


Richard has lived in the the Maryland suburbs for 20+ years in Laurel, Rockville, Gaithersburg, and now Germantown. Richard enjoys hiking and he and his wife have 2 young kids. Send an email.

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Taniza Holmes-Craggette

Neighborhood Specialist


Since moving all around through her youth, Taniza graduated from being an "Air Force Brat" and dug in her heels in the DC Metro Area. She married her high school sweetheart, works at a non-profit and enjoys all the other lavish rewards this area has to offer. Send an email.

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The Realty Institute Index

The Realty Institute Index calculates the buyer-seller balance for this zip code based on the previous month's real estate sales activity. The index varies from 0 (very cold) to 100 (extremely hot).

Current index:

32

Market characteristics:

Somewhat slow

What this means:

This market favors buyers, with properties selling at a moderately slow pace.


Real Estate Supply and Demand Analysis

Last month

Active home listings:

535

New contracts/mo:

97

Days inventory: (wt avg)

165


Home Sales Price Appreciation Analysis

Avg home price:

$361,177

vs. Year ago home price:
$377,577



868 homes for sale identified in this zip code

This chart displays the number of homes in Germantown Darnestown listed by local realtors, agents, and real estate brokerages within each home price range and type. Click on the matrix to view these real estate listings.

$0-$250k

5

Detached

69

Townhouses

99

Condos

$250k-$400k

19

Detached

441

Townhouses

56

Condos

$400k-$600k

73

Detached

48

Townhouses

Condos

$600k-$800k

41

Detached

Townhouses

Condos

$800k-$1.2mm

12

Detached

Townhouses

Condos

$1.2mm+

15

Detached

Townhouses

Condos


Facts about Germantown Darnestown

Total Population:

52,291

Ages 0-14(%):

24.84%

Female(%):

51.27%

Ages 15-24(%):

12.09%

Male(%):

48.73%

Ages 25-44(%):

38.75%

Median Hshld Income:

$70,173

Ages 45-54(%):

13.69%

Avg Hshld Size:

2.64

Ages 55plus(%):

10.63%

Avg Hshld Income:

$82,992

HS Diploma(%):

10.02%

Owner Occp(%):

70.1%

Bachelor's Degree(%):

18.68%

Tenant Occp(%):

29.9%

Professional Degree(%):

11.82%


Information and links for Germantown Darnestown

The Credit Crisis…

a step by step explanation

The demise of condo flipping.

Over the years, a lot of easy money has been made by flipping condos. Today, this is behind us, and a lot of flippers will be losing money.

Get the latest on the Intercounty Connector

After much controversy and debate, the Intercounty Connector is finally moving forward. It will have a big impact on several Maryland suburbs and will fuel growth. Get the latest info here.

A Purple Line from Bethesda to New Carrolton?

Momentum seems to be quickly gathering behind some type of transportation link between Montgomery and Prince George’s County.

Washingtonian Center

The Washingtonian Center (sometimes referred to as "Rio") has developed into a major area magnet for shopping, eating, and entertainment. Evenings and weekends see large crowds of shoppers, diners, and people of all ages and styles enjoying this outdoor center.

Rockville Town Center Development Continues to Move Forward

Construction continues on the Rockville Town Center, located at the corner of Rockville Pike and Beall Avenue. Throughout the area, such towncenters have added excitement to the local area. We predict that this will be the case in Rockville as well. Initial elements will open in late 2006 with the grand opening to occur in 2007.

All about Maryland - from sports to education to agriculture and more

Montgomery County's Resources

Check out links to all that Montgomery County Government has to offer.


Other Germantown Darnestown links

All about Maryland - from sports to education to agriculture and more

Montgomery County's Resources

Play Montgomery - on-line guide to parks, recreation, and entertainment in Montgomery County, Maryland

Things to see and do in Montgomery County - helpful county links

Montgomery County Parks and Planning

All about Montgomery County, Maryland - Comprehensive resource guide

Montgomery County Public Schools web site

Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington

A Maryland State guide to attractions throughout the state

A guide to outdoor activities in Maryland

The Tech Council of Maryland

Blackhill Park Nature Center in Germantown

The brand new Germantown Indoor Aquatic Center

The BlackRock Center for the Arts - in Germantown

The Gaithersburg Art Barn

Darnestown Online

Metro and Metro Bus web site and trip planner

Calendar of events throughout the state of Maryland

The State of Maryland's guide to local Farmer's Markets

Washington Parent Magazine website

Montgomery College

Montgomery County's Germantown Splash Park

The Maryland Soccerplex - 24 full-sized, well maintained fields

Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce

Maryland Metro Transit Authority - bus and train routes, schedules and information


Zip codes near Germantown Darnestown

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20841: Boyds, MD

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20876: N Germantown (Neelsville), MD

20878: Gaithersburg (North Potomac), MD


The largest neighborhoods in Germantown Darnestown

Gunners Lake Village

Pleasant Fields

Churchill Twn Sector Th

Gunners View

Germantown Estates

Germantown View

Germantown Park

Kingsview Ridge

Fountain Hills

Cloppers Mill West

Farmingdale

Stoneridge

Churchill Town Sector

Waters Edge N Lk

Kingsview Village


Comments about Germantown Darnestown

Waters Landing (Submitted by AMR)

Waters Landing is a mix of townhomes and single family homes. In our immediate Townhome community, Habour Place, there is a mix of young families, D.C. business commuters, and retirees. Everyone socializes when walking about or checking the mail. We back up to a lake with jogging trails. The neighbors look out for each other and it feels very safe. Waters Landing is part of a home owners association that maintains the grounds, services two swimming pools with tennis courts and playgrounds. Walkable to the Germantown Town Center.

Fountain Hills (Submitted by cbr)

Nice family oriented neighborhood.Majority of families keep homes and yards in good condition, lots of younger children who have neighborhood kids to play with, not so much for older kids, secure residential area as only one entrance in, occasional neighborhood activities such as block party, community tag sale day etc.

Churchill View Condominiums (Submitted by SL)

This area is very quiet. It is mostly older people or professionals with no kids.

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Churchill Town Sector

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Germantown Estates

$375,000

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