Highfield-Cascade Homes for Sale

Highfield-Cascade is a neighborhood characterized by its diverse home styles, including early 20th-century stick houses, midcentury Cape Cods and ranch-style homes, and Modern Traditional builds from the 1990s onward. Homes often feature large lawns and driveways, with prices ranging from around $200,000 to $450,000. The presence of radon detectors is common due to the local limestone geology. The neighborhood is known for its outdoor attractions, such as Pen Mar Park, which provides access to the Appalachian Trail and High Rock vista, and the Fort Ritchie Athletic Field, which offers soccer games and fishing. The Fort Ritchie Community Center hosts fitness classes, rec-league sports, and other activities. Commercial options are limited, with nearby Blue Ridge Summit and Waynesboro in Pennsylvania offering more shopping choices. Local spots include Sanders Market, the Greenhouse Café, and the Top Secret Taproom. Community events like Fridays at the Fort and the Distorted Dreams Haunt bring residents together. The neighborhood is served by Military Road and MD Route 491, with access to Hagerstown 15 miles away and major highways like Route 15 and Interstate 70 within a short drive. Schools in the area include Smithsburg High School, which has a high rating.