New Mark Commons in Rockville, MD

December 18, 2010 at 5:59 pm

New Mark Commons Rockville MD 0 02 11 05 150x150 New Mark Commons in Rockville, MDI’ve been happy to call New Mark Commons and Rockville home for 32 years. My husband and I decided that Rockville would be a good place to raise a family and we were right. The Montgomery County schools were -- and still are -- excellent. The noted Richard Montgomery High School is nearby, but the entire district is well-regarded nationally. When my children were young, I was active in the PTA and enjoyed meeting other parents. That was one way I became part of the community in New Mark Commons.

Rockville, as a whole, cares a lot about education. The city recently completed a downtown library and arts center. The library is beautiful, with all the amenities you could imagine. The arts center has galleries and offers art education for all ages. Both the library and the arts center are near the town square, where we also enjoy the Memorial Day and Fourth of July festivals.

My husband does freelance work for companies all over the metro area, so we needed a home where he could get to work quickly, no matter where his assignments were located. Rockville provides that. New Mark Commons is close to I-270, but also to the Metro and I-95. The Metro is a short walk from our house, in fact. That’s another thing I like about Rockville -- it’s very walkable. There are plenty of walking paths, downtown is only a stroll away, and if I need to get something, a gallon of milk, a copy of the newspaper, I don’t have to get in my car. Plus, the area is highly wooded, so there’s plenty of shade, even on the hottest summer days.

Our neighborhood of New Mark Commons is very close-knit. We’ve been here so long that we’re beginning to see the children we watched grow up move back. We like making our new (no longer so young) neighbors feel at home again. We recently considered moving -- our children are grown and we don’t need as much space as we used to -- but we decided against it. When it came down to it, we just couldn’t imagine leaving; we like living here too much.

Janice Perry has lived in her New Mark Commons, Rockville home since 1978.

Here’s a sample of homes for sale in Rockville MD’s zip code 20850, where New Mark Commons is located -- call Bob Myers of Re/Max Realty Services at 301-910-9910 for a private showing of these Rockville homes for sale:

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  1. 4 beds, 3 full baths
    Lot size: 3,699 sq ft
  2. 5 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 3,864 sq ft
    Lot size: 12,603 sq ft
  3. 4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 3,646 sq ft
    Lot size: 6,487 sq ft
  4. 4 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 6,879 sq ft
    Lot size: 9,606 sq ft
  5. 3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 2,112 sq ft
    Lot size: 1,280 sq ft

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Arora Hills, Clarksburg

December 17, 2010 at 5:18 pm

My family moved to the Arora Hills subdivision in Clarksburg three years ago. One of the biggest reasons was our children, now in elementary, middle and high school. My wife and I have been extraordinarily pleased with the quality of education that they receive. More than that though, our neighborhood is very child-friendly. Parks are plentiful nearby -- including a large county park that runs along the entire subdivision -- and our community pool is wonderful.

Another benefit of living in Arora Hills is our active Home Owner’s Association. About every three months or so, it sponsors a social event. Those are always a good chance to get to know the neighbors. We’ve made many friends this way. Also, the HOA, in collaboration with our developer, takes very good care of the neighborhood. During last winter’s blizzards, our streets -- even our alleys -- were plowed while DC was still trying to dig out.

There are quite a few commuting options into DC. I carpool most mornings; it only takes about 35 minutes once we pick up all the passengers, though we do leave early. There are buses in the neighborhood that stop at the Metro lines, including an express bus if you’re in a hurry. There’s even a commuter rail into the city. I’ve used all of these methods before and they all work well.

Kites over Clarksburg, Ovid Hazen Wells Park in Arora Hills

The greater Clarksburg area is full of things to do. There are plenty of shops and restaurants in Germantown, only a short drive away, and Clarksburg is slated to get two new shopping centers of it’s own, soon. The nearby Comus Inn offers gourmet dining and views of Sugarloaf Mountain. About fifteen minutes up the road from us is Monocacy National Battlefield, an historic Civil War site.

We’ve enjoyed living in Clarksburg, Arora Hills, in particular. It’s convenient to so much that living here is easy.  Bill Ruvinsky

Ruvinsky 150x150 Arora Hills, Clarksburg

Here’s a sample of homes for sale in Arora Hills in Clarksburg MD.  See something you like?  Then call Bob Myers of Re/Max Realty Services to give you a private showing at 301-910-9910:

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  1. 3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 2,215 sq ft
  2. 3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 1,796 sq ft
    Lot size: 1,800 sq ft
  3. 3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 2,215 sq ft
  4. 3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 1,804 sq ft
    Lot size: 1,600 sq ft

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Dufief Mill Estates, North Potomac

December 16, 2010 at 5:55 pm

When we were looking to move in 2003, we were specifically interested in buying a home in the Wootton High School cluster. What we found here in Dufief Mill Estates suited our needs to a tee! The houses have nice yards and the lots are spacious.  It’s a great place for kids to play with two neighborhood tot lots, walk and bike ride.  You can always find your neighbors out and about in this family oriented community. AND we have sidewalks in a mostly flat area! We know that to be an advantage!
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When my children were in Travilah Elementary school, I noticed several differences from our prior elementary.  Our new school was small enough that you soon got to know all of the families and there was a great amount of parental involvement, which pleased us.  We find there is a positive type of exposure when the family takes part in the children’s elementary education.  There are a total of 3 elementary schools in close proximity and the middle school is only a bit further off Wootton Parkway.

The closest pool and recreation center to Dufief Mill Estates is in the Westleigh neighborhood up Dufief  Mill Road, which isn’t too far; tennis courts are 2 minutes away; plus we are in close proximity to Quince Orchard Tennis Club, Big Pines Park and many other sporting related activities and facilities nearby.

Commuting has never been a problem.  We are close to I-270, but there are a ton of back roads that are easily accessible such as River Road., Glen Road and Wootton Parkway.

The neighborhood has a very rural feel, but is close enough to all conveniences and major shopping areas, such as Rio.  We still feel like we chose the perfect neighborhood!

Harlene & Larry L.

Thinking about moving to North Potomac and Montgomery County MD?  Here are a sample of homes currently for sale in Dufief.  Call Bob Myers of Re/Max Realty Services at 301-910-9910 for more information about these homes.

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  1. 3 beds, 2 full baths
    Lot size: 11,727 sq ft
  2. 3 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 2,274 sq ft
  3. 3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 12,050 sq ft

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The Kentlands in Gaithersburg

November 22, 2010 at 3:48 pm

Officially empty-nesters, my parents decided to downsize and move to the Kentlands in Maryland this spring. They were looking for a place small enough for two, but roomy enough for family and friends to visit and perhaps for a recent college graduate, like me, to crash. Not only did they find the perfect condo, but the perfect neighborhood.

The Kentlands is a neo-traditional community in Gaithersburg, meaning the whole neighborhood is walk-able or bike-able and contains a variety of housing, shops and restaurants. Our new picket-fenced neighborhood is scenic and surrounded by lakes. The commercial business just a few steps away makes the Gaithersburg’s Kentlands neighborhood the complete package.

Kentlands 150x150 The Kentlands in GaithersburgProbably our favorite part about living in the Kentlands is how it is pedestrian friendly. We are more of an active family (the kind that parks farther away just to get a few more steps in for the day) and taking a walk to dinner, the movies or Whole Foods, allows us to get those extra steps before the day’s end. Living here is like having a bunch of neighbors who can do everything they need without having to drive there. We have dozens of restaurants with all types of cuisines, two grocery stores, a movie theater, retail stores, salons, even a few doctors and everything in between.

My mom has even started to take advantage of meeting other neighbors through Kentlands businesses. A few months ago she joined the Kentlands Fleet Feet beginner’s running club to stay active and introduce herself to others in our area.

Although I probably will relocate away from Maryland and the Kentlands when I am able to move out of my parents house, I will definitely miss this place. What attracts me the most to a community like the Kentlands is the convenience factor. Aside from all there is to offer within the neighborhood’s perimeter, it is just less than a five minute drive from I-270, Lakeforest Mall is around the corner and it is an intersection between Gaithersburg and North Potomac. The Kentlands is a centrally located community where it’s difficult to get bored.

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Jillian Engel

Here is a sample of homes for sale in the Kentlands neighborhood of Gaithersburg, located in zip code 20878, call Bob Myers for a private showing of any of these Gaithersburg homes at 301-910-9910.

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  1. 4 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 2,029 sq ft
  2. 3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 1,980 sq ft
  3. 4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 5,600 sq ft
  4. 2 beds, 2 full baths
    Home size: 1,381 sq ft
  5. 4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 2,120 sq ft
    Lot size: 1,080 sq ft
  6. 3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 4,061 sq ft
  7. 2 beds, 2 full baths
    Home size: 1,363 sq ft
  8. 3 beds, 2 full baths
    Home size: 1,493 sq ft
  9. 3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 4,158 sq ft

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Quince Orchard Park in Gaithersburg

June 18, 2010 at 6:57 pm

Active Lifestyles and Choices at Quince Orchard Park in Gaithersburg

Beautiful Community 300x200 Quince Orchard Park in GaithersburgWe have active lifestyles that are complementary to Quince Orchard Park – We run, cycle, walk, and work out at the neighborhood gym.  Our outdoor activities are on the walking path that stretches from Quince Orchard Road to Great Seneca Highway, Great Seneca Park, and Kentlands.

Within Quince Orchard Park, we have a community center and swimming pool, tennis courts, basketball courts, play areas for children, and many sitting areas along the walking paths.  We particularly enjoy the peace and quiet of suburban life adjacent to the woods and fields of the NIST property.  Furthermore, we enjoy seeing deer, foxes, squirrels, and varieties of birds in a natural setting from our spacious deck.   The fall colors of the trees and the sound of the wind in the oaks are sublime.Beautiful Pools 150x150 Quince Orchard Park in Gaithersburg

Additionally, we love the ‘extra’ convenience of being close to everything at Kentlands complex, directly across the street – we can dine at some of the wonderful ethnic restaurants, go to the movies, shop at Lowe’s for our landscaping and home improvement projects, do our weekly grocery shopping at four grocery stores within four miles from home, and have the opportunity to shop at a tantalizing variety of specialty stores.

We can share some of the wonderful activities we have at Quince Orchard Park

  • Take a quiet stroll from the house on the walking path to catch up with one another after dinner,
  • My husband can cycle the Great Seneca Highway from Gaithersburg to Germantown, a nice ride after work,
  • My wife can run the 10 K course at Great Seneca Park,
  • Go to Bally’s Fitness Center and keep up with our fitness program by working out together,
  • Enjoy our deck and experience wild animal life on the adjacent NIST property,
  • Smell the grilled steaks on our neighbor’s barbeque, reminding us that it is time to catch up with them on what’s new in their lives and,
  • Dash off on an impromptu ‘date’ right across the street at Kentlands with a nice dinner followed by a romantic movie (aka ‘Chick Flick’).

We love our Quince Orchard Park neighborhood because we have a country ‘quality of life’ within an urban setting that is complementary to our active lifestyle.

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The Authors:  Frances and Jim W.

Call Bob Myers of Re/Max Realty Services at 301-910-9910 if you are interested in seeing homes in Quince Orchard Park in Gaithersburg MD, here is a sample:

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  1. 3 beds, 2 full, 2 part baths
    Lot size: 2,259 sq ft

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Olney Acres and Olney MD

May 24, 2010 at 4:31 pm

I moved to Olney 12 years ago because even a typical suburb felt too cramped for me.  I wanted the feel of being out near the countryside, which has been a real plus since I’ve started biking.  At the same time, I wanted access to Washington D.C. and its amenities. This area is the best of both worlds, and I’ve loved living in Olney Acres (zip code 20832).

There is a business center clustered along Route 108 and Route 97 (Georgia Avenue) with shops and restaurants.  As you get further away from downtown, it becomes more open and residential – without feeling “sprawl-y.”  Downtown isn’t just about business. The Olney Theatre Complex has been around for years and years, and their productions are quite wonderful.  The Olney Ale House is a local institution, with good reason.  It’s a cozy restaurant, with good food and a wide selection of beers from all over the world.  Another of my favorites is Mannequin Pis, a Belgian restaurant near the city center.

I can go on and on.  The Olney Aquatic Center has an indoor pool, a sauna, and a weight and exercise room.  It offers classes and programs open to the public.  It’s located in Olney Manor Park, which also has outdoor tennis and racquetball courts, a skate park, and a popular dog park.

Proximity to Montgomery County Hospital is another benefit.  From where I live in Olney Acres, it’s only about a five-minute drive, and it’s comforting to know that high quality health care is so close.

None of this happened by accident, by the way.  Our city has a master plan – to me, that’s what “smart growth” is all about.

Monica headshot 150x150 Olney Acres and Olney MD

About the Author:  Monica B. moved to Olney from Beltsville, MD in 1998.

If you are thinking about moving to Olney, MD, here’s a sample of homes for sale.  Call Bob Myers of Re/Max Realty Services at 301-910-9910 for more information about these homes and Olney MD real estate in zip codes 20832 and 20833.

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  1. 5 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 11,055 sq ft
  2. 2 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 1,037 sq ft
  3. 6 beds, 4 full baths
    Lot size: 24,253 sq ft
  4. 3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 1,720 sq ft
  5. 3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 2,200 sq ft
  6. 3 beds, 1 full, 2 part baths
    Home size: 2,060 sq ft
    Lot size: 2,700 sq ft
  7. 4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 13,558 sq ft
  8. 3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 720 sq ft
  9. 3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 1,434 sq ft
    Lot size: 720 sq ft
  10. 5 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 3,804 sq ft
    Lot size: 9,375 sq ft
  11. 5 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 15,164 sq ft
  12. 4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 7,830 sq ft
  13. 4 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 4,322 sq ft
    Lot size: 10,725 sq ft
  14. 4 beds, 2 full baths
    Lot size: 12,593 sq ft
  15. 3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 1,280 sq ft

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Gaithersburg MD – Mission Hills Neighborhood

May 20, 2010 at 2:30 pm

I have lived in the Washington, DC, area since 1993.  Once I got to know the communities, I chose Mission Hills in Gaithersburg in 2004.  A big reason was the high quality of Montgomery County’s schools.  I have a son in elementary school and a daughter in middle school, both of whom are getting excellent educations in one of the top school districts in the country.  They’re safe on the streets, and there are plenty of parks for them to enjoy.  With a number of youth sports leagues, they can play something every season.

I also like being close to DC, with all its benefits.  If I want to take my daughter to the Smithsonian to work on a history report, or my son to watch the Washington Capitals play, it’s not a problem.  There are just more museums—more culture in general—than in other areas, and the sports teams are a definite plus as well.

Most of my family lives in the greater metro area, so we can do things together.  That doesn’t necessarily mean going into DC.  The Rio shopping center in Gaithersburg has movie theaters, shopping and restaurants to suit almost every taste, including my children’s.  During the summer months there’s live music outdoors on the weekends.  People are very friendly here.  Whenever we eat out as a family, we run into someone we know and they always come over and say hello.  Gaithersburg is a very comfortable, very nice place to live.

Yan S 150x150 Gaithersburg MD – Mission Hills Neighborhood

About the Author: Yan Snitkovsky has been a Gaithersburg homeowner in Mission Hills since 2004.  Mission Hills is located in zip code 20878, just off Great Seneca Highway and Muddy Branch Road.

Check out homes for sale in Gaithersburg zip code 20878 – call Bob Myers at 301-910-9910 for more information.

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  1. 3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 1,812 sq ft
  2. 2 beds, 2 full baths
    Home size: 1,412 sq ft
  3. 4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 25,686 sq ft
  4. 2 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 1,795 sq ft
  5. 4 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 2,029 sq ft
  6. 4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 17,395 sq ft
  7. 3 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 1,500 sq ft
  8. 3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
  9. 3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 1,790 sq ft
  10. 3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 2,040 sq ft
    Lot size: 2,226 sq ft
  11. 4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 9,600 sq ft
  12. 3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 2,024 sq ft
    Lot size: 2,769 sq ft
  13. 4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 3,852 sq ft
    Lot size: 6,948 sq ft
  14. 6 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 10,848 sq ft
  15. 3 beds, 2 full, 2 part baths
    Lot size: 2,000 sq ft

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Insider’s View of Boyds MD

April 25, 2010 at 12:07 pm

Boyds, known as the ‘Home in the Country’, was once a farm community, but the rural nature has been overtaken by development in the last ten years. The boundaries of Boyds, which is unincorporated, seep into the Germantown and Clarksburg area, but it is served by zip code 20841.

My family moved there in 2003 when the Vistas at Woodcliffe Park neighborhood was near completion. We loved the location – close to the retail centers of Germantown, but also close to Black Hills Park and Little Seneca Lake, shown in this video:

The Vistas neighborhood (legal name -- Kings Crossing) has 852 single family homes and the 55 plus community of Kings Overlook condos. This neighborhood featured the builders Washington Homes, Richmond American, Craftmark, Ryan, Ryland, Mid Atlantic and NV Homes.

Amenities include an outstanding pool and clubhouse (shared with other Woodcliffe neighborhoods), Montgomery County’s Kings Crossing Local Park and other tot lots and bike trails. We had a short walk from our home to the wooded trails going into Little Seneca Stream Park. These trails are the best -- you can see monarch butterflies in the spring and other wildlife all year long.

Nearby new construction includes Woodcliffe Park, (legal name -- Hoyles Mill Village) bounded by Schaeffer and Richter Farm Roads, which was built by Centex, Richmond American and Ryland. Its sister community, Estates at Woodcliffe Park, was built by Toll Brothers. There are 873 homes in these neighborhoods, including 64 townhomes.

Being near Richter Farm Road and Route 118 (Germantown Road) made commuting pretty easy, plus we loved being close to the Germantown Soccer Plex and Indoor Swim Center which also has a great playground and splash park there.

Other new home developments in Boyds include the 500 home Hurley Ridge (legal name Clarksburg Heights) and Summerfield Crossing on Old Baltimore Road, a small community of 250 homes built by Pulte.

Visit our sister website for more information on Boyds home values.

The children in these two areas go to Clarksburg schools, while the Richter Farm Road areas go to Germantown schools, there are no public schools in Boyds.

There is an older section of Boyds with lovely Victorian homes and the MARC train station that suggest the Civil War era in which Boyds was founded. The historic landmark Boyds Negro School has been restored by the Boyds Historical Society and is open to the public. A little known fact – the world famous stuffed animal maker Boyds Bears actually did start in Boyds in an antique store.

If you are considering making a move to Boyds, please call me at 301-910-9910.

Bob head shot 150x150 Insider’s View of Boyds MD

About the Author: Bob Myers leads The Myers Team of Re/Max Realty Services. He moved to Montgomery County in 1986 and has lived in Derwood, Rockville, Gaithersburg, Boyds and Clarksburg.

Here’s a sample of homes for sale in Boyds -- Call Bob Myers for a private showing at 301-910-9910:

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  1. 2 beds, 2 full baths
    Home size: 1,072 sq ft
  2. 4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 1.44 ac
  3. 5 beds, 3 full baths
    Home size: 6,048 sq ft
    Lot size: 1.87 ac
  4. 4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 8,494 sq ft
  5. 4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 2,818 sq ft
    Lot size: 29,243 sq ft
  6. 3 beds, 2 full, 2 part baths
    Lot size: 1,900 sq ft
  7. 4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 3,105 sq ft
    Lot size: 13,418 sq ft
  8. 5 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 3,300 sq ft
    Lot size: 13,418 sq ft
  9. 3 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 3,400 sq ft
  10. 4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 6,080 sq ft

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Westleigh Neighborhood in North Potomac

April 23, 2010 at 12:38 pm

Westleigh, located off Dufief Mill Road and straddling Darnestown Road, is a very desirable community situated near Muddy Branch Park just off the major commuting route of Route 28.  The homes in this neighborhood on the north side of Darnestown Road have Gaithersburg addresses, on the south side they have North Potomac addresses, but all are in zip code 20878.  You can see a sample of Westleigh homes in this video:

There are 681 single family homes in colonial and split level styles on ¼ to 1/3 of an acre lots, plus a dozen townhomes.  There is a wide size range on these homes, from 1,475 to 4,618 square feet on the upper levels.  Some homes were built in the middle to late 70s, others were built in the mid 80’s by NV Homes and Columbia Homes.  The HOA fee varies from $50 to $140 per year.  2009 to 2010 Westleigh home sales range from $460K to $670K for the single families to the low $300s for townhomes.

This neighborhood has great access to parks, horse trails, walking paths and playgrounds, plus proximity to the Westleigh Recreation Club.

North Potomac Homes and Neighborhoods

The North Potomac neighborhoods in zip code 20878 are prized for their location, the top schools and the beautiful parks.  N. Potomac home owners can join the Westleigh Recreation Club, located in the Westleigh neighborhood, for the pool, tennis and the Barracudas swim team.

The home values in North Potomac are slightly higher than comparable homes in other areas of Montgomery County because of the prized school assignment of Dufief Elementary School, Frost Middle School and Wootton High School. Wootton is ranked one of the top high schools in the nation.  See more about Montgomery County MD Schools on our Schools page.

The North Potomac location is great – minutes from Kentlands shops and entertainment, Rio Washingtonian Center’s complex of restaurants, stores and lake plus easy access to Rockville.

Bob head shot 150x150 Westleigh Neighborhood in North Potomac

About the Author: Bob Myers made the move to Montgomery County MD in 1985 and has lived in Derwood, Rockville, Gaithersburg, Boyds and Clarksburg.  He has been a Realtor since 1986.  Call him about properties for sale in the Westleigh neighborhood at 301-910-9910.

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  1. 5 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 10,936 sq ft
  2. 3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 11,312 sq ft

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Rockville’s King Farm Workforce Housing

April 15, 2010 at 10:25 am

The Village at King Farm is the first community in Montgomery County to offer  affordable homeownership opportunities for people who work within Montgomery County.   King Farm is an award winning planned community in Rockville in Montgomery County. It is close to employment areas, transportation, shopping and entertainment centers, and is within the Montgomery County school district.  Each of the 49 units at The Village at King Farm is located in buildings where the first floors are retail businesses.

KingFarm 150x146 Rockville’s King Farm Workforce Housing

The purpose of the Work Force Housing (WFH) program, which became effective in December of 2006, is to promote the construction of housing intended to:

(1) allow households with incomes between 71% and 120% of the Washington DC area median income to have greater housing choices in the County;

(2) increase the availability of housing in the County for public employees and other workers whose income cannot support the high cost of housing near their workplace and who, as a result, are increasingly priced out of housing;

(3) assist County employers in reducing critical labor shortages of skilled and semi-skilled workers by providing housing that will be accessible to their workplace; and

(4) reduce traffic congestion by shortening commute distances for employees who work in the County.

The WFH Program compliments Montgomery County’s nationally recognized Moderately Priced Dwelling Unit (MPDU) program and other County programs designed to promote affordable housing.  Incomes of households served by the WFH program exceed those served by the MPDU program.

The WFH Program provides households an opportunity to purchase a home at a below-market sales price in exchange for certain controls on the property, including

  • restrictions on the price homeowners can charge when they resell the WFH Unit, and
  • restrictions on the amount of appreciation they will receive upon resale. In exchange for these controls, households are able to own a home in a desirable area of Montgomery County.

The sales prices for the WFH units are determined by the County and are calculated at a level that are intended to be affordable to households at the income levels served by the program. Because the sales prices are calculated at a level affordable to an “average” household, the actual sales price may or may not be affordable to your specific household; however, these sales prices are not negotiable.  Owners of WFH units are required to live in the unit as their primary residence.

Households interested in purchasing a WFH unit must first submit an application to The Village at King Farm Sales Office, along with certain supporting documentation.  The application is computer-based and can be filled out either online or with the sales representative.

What a great opportunity and place to call home!  If you work in Montgomery County and want to own your home, the advantages are numerous.  For more information see The Village at King Farm or call (301) 740-8888.

About the Author:  Eileen K. is a native Marylander who has lived in Prince Georges, Montgomery and Carroll Counties.

Take a look at King Farm homes for sale in Rockville – Call Bob Myers at 301-910-9910 for a private showing:

Showing properties 1 - 10 of 14. See more King Farm tract real estate.
(all data current as of 2/6/2012)

  1. 4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 3,646 sq ft
    Lot size: 6,487 sq ft
  2. 3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 2,350 sq ft
    Lot size: 2,315 sq ft
  3. 5 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 3,242 sq ft
    Lot size: 3,185 sq ft
  4. 5 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 3,945 sq ft
    Lot size: 4,271 sq ft
  5. 4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 3,040 sq ft
    Lot size: 3,870 sq ft
  6. 4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 3,212 sq ft
    Lot size: 2,218 sq ft
  7. 4 beds, 2 full, 2 part baths
    Lot size: 2,218 sq ft
  8. 4 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 4,448 sq ft
    Lot size: 7,018 sq ft
  9. 2 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 1,876 sq ft
    Lot size: 1,420 sq ft
  10. 3 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 3,350 sq ft
    Lot size: 2,574 sq ft

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