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Gaithersburg, MD

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Washington, D.C. suburb offers something for everyone.

Family-Friendly Convenient Commuter

Nestled in the heart of Montgomery County, Gaithersburg is a family-oriented suburb of Washington, D.C. With access to tons of nearby parks, shopping centers, and festivals, there is something for everyone in Gaithersburg.

Outdoor enthusiasts relish the breadth of activities available at Bohrer Park, which is home to a popular water park, miniature golf course, skate park, and activity center. Gaithersburg residents also enjoy close proximity to Seneca Creek State Park, Rock Creek Regional Park, and Mattie J. T. Stepanek Park. RIO Washingtonian Center bridges the gap between outdoor and indoor recreation, containing plentiful shopping and dining options in addition to paddle boat and carousel rides.

National Institute of Standards and Technology, IBM, and MedImmune all have offices in Gaithersburg. Residents working elsewhere have access to Interstates 270 and 370 as well as the MARC commuter train, making commutes simple. Gaithersburg is within a 45-minute drive of Baltimore Washington International Airport, Dulles International Airport, and Ronald Reagan National Airport, allowing for easy travel plans.

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Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Gaithersburg, MD is $1,670 for a studio, $1,749 for one bedroom, $2,102 for two bedrooms, and $2,413 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Gaithersburg has increased by 0.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,749/month
779 Sq Ft
House
$3,474/month
2,581 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,858/month
895 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,149/month
1,373 Sq Ft
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Transportation

60

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

29

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

51

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Diamond Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

676 Students

8
out of 10

Rachel Carson Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

698 Students

7
out of 10

Darnestown Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

340 Students

7
out of 10

Woodfield Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

323 Students

7
out of 10

DuFief Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

245 Students

7
out of 10

Lakelands Park Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,042 Students

6
out of 10

Ridgeview Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

751 Students

5
out of 10

Shady Grove Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

495 Students

4
out of 10

Forest Oak Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

922 Students

3
out of 10

Gaithersburg Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

875 Students

3
out of 10

Quince Orchard High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,154 Students

7
out of 10

Gaithersburg High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,436 Students

3
out of 10

Watkins Mill High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,715 Students

3
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Seneca Creek State Park
  • Hunters Woods Park
  • Agricultural History Farm Park
  • Croydon Creek Nature Center
  • Black Hill Visitor Center

Airports

  • Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
  • Washington Dulles International

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