City Guide
Rockville, MD
Overview
Rockville, MD, is known for its town square that boasts shopping, restaurants, an ice arena, and hosts several town events. Currently, there are about 68,500 people living in Rockville, making it a smaller city in Maryland. There are a lot of interesting facts about Rockville, such as during Revolutionary War times the town was originally called "Hungerford's Tavern."
What’s it like to live in Rockville, MD ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Rockville, MD you'll find that the median sale price is
$730,000
and homes stay on the market for 16 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Rockville are $877,500
and $400,000
, respectively. Rockville area townhouses have a median sale price of $782,900
, 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 Rockville, MDExplore our Rockville housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Rockville home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Rockville rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Rockville rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Rockville, 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 Rockville
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
Twinbrook | $532,500 | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
King Farm | $735,930 | 86 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
West Rockville | $889,500 | 97 / 100 | 38 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Fallsgrove | $607,500 | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Central Rockville | $725,000 | 86 / 100 | 61 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Rockville
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What is there to do in Rockville, MD ?
There are numerous places to visit in Rockville, MD that will satisfy anyone moving to the area. The city is home to popular museums including Beall-Dawson House, Latvian Museum, and Jane L & Robert H Weiner Museum. Performing arts venues like F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre and Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center are popular amongst locals and tourists alike. Parks are abundant in Rockville; green spaces like Cabin John Regional Park, Rock Creek Park, and Mattie JT Stepanek Park are perfect for a stroll or relaxing. For a taste of Rockville's cuisine, don't miss Villamaya Restaurant, Yekta Kabobi Restaurant, and Niwano Hana Japanese Restaurant.
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What's the best way to get around Rockville, MD ?
The best way to get around Rockville is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Rockville has a walk score of 56, meaning this area is somewhat walkable. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. Rockville has a transit score of 52, with many nearby public transportation options. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 20852 and 20850. You can also get around Rockville by bike. With a bike score of 58, there is some amount of infrastructure for biking.
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
Good Transit
Transit Score®
Bikeable
Bike Score®
Rockville Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Rockville has 2 heavy rail stations; Twinbrook Metro Station, Amtrak. 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
Rockville has 2 metro stops. There are few metro lines, which means it is difficult to use them to commute.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 17 car rental locations.