City Guide
Olney, MD
Overview
Olney, MD, is known as the last suburban outpost in upper northeast Montgomery County. With 35,191 residents, living in Olney offers the perks of small-city living with the conveniences of a larger city. An interesting detail is that Olney was originally known as Mechanicsville. Something else to note is that the total driving distance from Olney to Washington D.C. is just 35 miles, making it an easy commute into the capital.
What’s it like to live in Olney, MD ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Olney, MD you'll find that the median sale price is
$632,000
and homes stay on the market for 21 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Olney are $846,250
and $250,000
, respectively. Olney area townhouses have a median sale price of $500,500
, 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 Olney, MDExplore our Olney housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Olney home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Olney rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Olney rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Olney, 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 Olney
| Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookeville Knolls | $675,000 | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Olney Square | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Olney Town | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Allanwood | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Highlands of Olney | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Olney
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Olney Migration & Relocation Trends
In Dec '24 - Feb '25, 20% of Olney homebuyers searched to move out of Olney, while 80% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Olney from outside metros.
- New York homebuyers searched to move into Olney more than any other metro followed by Hartford and Los Angeles.
Where are people moving to Olney from?
- 80% of Olney homebuyers searched to stay within the Olney metropolitan area.
Where are people from Olney moving to?
Number of People Moving to Olney
least
most
People are moving to Olney from
| Inbound | Net inflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Dec '24 - Feb '25 | ||
| 1 | 1,883 | ||
| 2 | 1,253 | ||
| 3 | 1,194 | ||
| 4 | 364 | ||
| 5 | 8 | ||
| 6 | 4 | ||
| 7 | 4 | ||
| 8 | 3 | ||
| 9 | 3 | ||
| 10 | 3 | ||
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 Olney, MD ?
Olney, MD, boasts a wide variety of activities from dining at delicious restaurants to visiting one of the many parks. Olney is home to a lot of unique landmarks such as Rosa Parks Middle School Soccer Fields and Olney Splash Fountain. You'll find that there's a vibrant arts and culture scene, with many performing arts centers such as Olney Theatre Center and National Players. Home to Olney Manor Regional Park, Southeast Olney Park, and Olney Oaks Playground, there are many parks where you can spend a relaxing day. Ricciuti's Restaurant, Umberto's Italian Restaurant, and Shang Hai Restaurant are some of the numerous restaurants to check out while in the city.
Explore some of the best things to do in Olney
What's the best way to get around Olney, MD ?
The best way to get around Olney is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Olney has a walk score of 23, meaning this area is car dependent. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. Olney has a transit score of 26, with a few nearby public transportation options. You can also get around Olney by bike. With a bike score of 44, there is a minimal amount of infrastructure for biking.
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
Some Transit
Transit Score®
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
Olney Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
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
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
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