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Rockville, MD

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A peaceful family setting just a stone’s throw from the nation’s capital

Family-Friendly Convenient Commuter Suburban Public Transportation Rail Service Bicycle-Friendly Restaurants Shopping

Positioned roughly 20 miles north of Washington D.C., Rockville is a charming suburb with a friendly community atmosphere just a stone’s throw from one of America’s most exciting cities. Parents will appreciate the abundance of excellent schools, and residents of all types will appreciate the seemingly endless amenities scattered around the landscape.

The Rockville Town Center serves as the city’s downtown district, a modern mixed-use development with classic style that houses specialty shopping, dining, and apartments in a walkable layout. All along Rockville Pike sits a plethora of restaurants and shopping centers. The city has gone to great lengths to make the community bicycle-friendly, and an extensive network of bike lanes and trails give cyclists a tremendous degree of safe access throughout Rockville.

Numerous local golf courses and the sprawling Rock Creek Regional Park provide folks with ample opportunities to spend quality time in the peace and quiet of the great outdoors. Red Line Metro service makes it a breeze to reach DC, making life easier for commuters and putting the nation’s capital at your fingertips for the occasional night out or sightseeing excursion.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Rockville, MD is $1,913 for a studio, $2,011 for one bedroom, $2,546 for two bedrooms, and $2,841 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Rockville has increased by 0.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,011/month
745 Sq Ft
House
$3,642/month
1,252 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,610/month
1,225 Sq Ft
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Transportation

62

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.

45

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

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

59

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

Fallsmead Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

543 Students

9
out of 10

Farmland Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

797 Students

8
out of 10

Luxmanor Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

707 Students

8
out of 10

Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

657 Students

8
out of 10

Candlewood Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

368 Students

8
out of 10

Robert Frost Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

968 Students

8
out of 10

Julius West Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,325 Students

6
out of 10

Tilden Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,100 Students

6
out of 10

Earle B. Wood Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,068 Students

6
out of 10

Redland Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

571 Students

5
out of 10

Thomas S. Wootton High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,911 Students

9
out of 10

Richard Montgomery High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,390 Students

8
out of 10

Col. Zadok Magruder High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,686 Students

7
out of 10

Rockville High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,516 Students

5
out of 10

Regional Institute For Children & Adolescents

Public

Grades 5-12

84 Students

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Croydon Creek Nature Center
  • Meadowside Nature Center
  • Agricultural History Farm Park
  • McCrillis Gardens
  • Locust Grove Nature Center

Airports

  • Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
  • Washington Dulles International

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