Why Live in Tilghmanton
Tilghmanton, a neighborhood in Hagerstown, is centered around Maryland Route 65, also known as Sharpsburg Pike. The area features a mix of Colonial Revival homes from the mid-1800s and midcentury ranch-style and split-level houses, particularly along McClellan Avenue. These homes sit on mid-size to larger lots, often with mature trees and spacious yards. Residents are approximately 3 miles from Devil’s Backbone County Park, a popular spot for fishing and boating on Antietam Creek. The neighborhood is also close to historical sites like the Antietam battlefield, about 5 miles south, and has access to the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Towpath for biking and hiking. Essential shopping is available 5 miles north at Aldi and Walmart Supercenter, with fresh produce from Housers Produce Farm 5 miles west. Dining options include Planck’s BBQ food truck and Brother’s Italian Restaurant in Hagerstown. For cultural and recreational activities, downtown Hagerstown, 8 miles north, offers the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, minor league baseball at Meritus Park, and concerts at Hub City Vinyl. The Mason Dixon Dragway and Hagerstown Speedway are also nearby for racing fans. Tilghmanton is connected to Interstate 70, providing access to Hagerstown Regional Airport, 17 miles away. The neighborhood is zoned for Washington County Public Schools, with Rockland Woods Elementary, Springfield Middle, and Williamsport High School all receiving solid ratings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tilghmanton a good place to live?
Tilghmanton is a good place to live. Tilghmanton is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Tilghmanton has 2 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.8 people per acre and a median age of 45. The average household income is $88,344 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 17% of residents. A majority of residents in Tilghmanton are home owners, with 15.3% of residents renting and 84.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Tilghmanton can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Tilghmanton neighborhood guide.
Is Tilghmanton, MD a safe neighborhood?
Tilghmanton, MD is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Tilghmanton?
The median home price in Tilghmanton is $342,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $68,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.22%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,680 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $72K a year to afford the median home price in Tilghmanton. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Tilghmanton is $88K.
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Home Trends in Tilghmanton, MD
On average, homes in Tilghmanton, Hagerstown sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Tilghmanton, Hagerstown over the last 12 months is $342,500, up 49% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$342,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$342,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$147
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median List Price
$342,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
49%