City Guide
Laurel, MD
Overview
Laurel, MD, is well-known for its Laurel Dinosaur Park. The city is home to around 26,000 people, so living in Laurel will provide a small-town feel. A fact about Laurel is that the city was originally called Laurel Factory for its history of being a milling town. Another cool piece of information is that it was the first city in Prince George County to open up a public library and public high school.
What’s it like to live in Laurel, MD ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Laurel, MD you'll find that the median sale price is
$430,000
and homes stay on the market for 41 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Laurel are $475,000
and $209,000
, respectively. Laurel area townhouses have a median sale price of $411,000
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Laurel, MDExplore our Laurel housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Laurel home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Laurel rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Laurel rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Laurel, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Laurel
| Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Laurel Park | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Fox Rest | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Laurel Lakes | $270,000 | 78 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Canterbury Riding | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Contee | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
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Laurel Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jan '25 - Mar '25, 20% of Laurel homebuyers searched to move out of Laurel, while 80% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Laurel from outside metros.
- New York homebuyers searched to move into Laurel more than any other metro followed by Los Angeles and Hartford.
Where are people moving to Laurel from?
- 80% of Laurel homebuyers searched to stay within the Laurel metropolitan area.
Where are people from Laurel moving to?
Number of People Moving to Laurel
least
most
People are moving to Laurel from
| Inbound | Net inflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Jan '25 - Mar '25 | ||
| 1 | 1,936 | ||
| 2 | 1,897 | ||
| 3 | 760 | ||
| 4 | 344 | ||
| 5 | 8 | ||
| 6 | 8 | ||
| 7 | 6 | ||
| 8 | 5 | ||
| 9 | 5 | ||
| 10 | 4 | ||
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Laurel, MD ?
There are a lot of places to visit in Laurel, MD, that will please anyone moving to the area. Some of the many museums you can visit include Laurel Historical Society, Laurel Museum, and National Wildlife Visitor Center, which are popular amongst locals and tourists alike. You'll find that there's a vibrant arts and culture scene, with many performing arts centers such as Play Kids and Young Artists Theatre. There are plenty of green spaces to be found throughout Laurel. For example, you can enjoy a picnic or walk through many parks, like Hammond Park, Supplee Lane Recreation Area Fields, or Muirkirk Park. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse, Yum's Restaurant, and Mandarin House Restaurant are some of the numerous restaurants to check out while in the city.
Explore some of the best things to do in Laurel
What's the best way to get around Laurel, MD ?
The best way to get around Laurel is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Laurel has a walk score of 53, meaning this area is somewhat walkable. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. Laurel has a transit score of 32, with a few nearby public transportation options. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 20707 and 20701. You can also get around Laurel by bike. With a bike score of 40, there is a minimal amount of infrastructure for biking.
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
Some Transit
Transit Score®
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
Laurel Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Laurel has 2 heavy rail stations; Savage MARC Station, Laurel Marc Station. This allows you to use heavy rail to commute in and out of the city from the surrounding area and even travel to other cities.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 11 car rental locations.
Airports
Laurel has 1 airport which allows you to easily travel.
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