Why Live in Largo
Largo, located about 20 miles east of Washington, D.C., offers a mix of suburban living with easy access to urban amenities. The neighborhood is home to Prince George’s County Community College and features a variety of things to do, including parks, dining, and shopping options. Southwest Branch Stream Valley Park provides scenic trails along the Patuxent River, while nearby Watkins Regional Park in Kettering offers family-friendly attractions like a farm-themed playground, mini train rides, mini golf, and the historic Chesapeake Carousel. Football fans can catch games at Commanders Field, just 4 miles north. For indoor activities, the Largo-Kettering Branch Library is a local resource.
Residential streets in Largo are walkable, with spacious green yards and mature trees. Housing options range from Colonial Revival, split-level, and ranch-style homes from the 1970s and 1980s to contemporary townhouses and condos. The neighborhood is seeing new construction due to low inventory, attracting both investors and first-time homebuyers.
Largo Plaza serves as a convenient shopping hub with stores like Giant Food, Target, and Lowe’s, along with dining options such as Crafty Crab Largo and Spiced Black. The neighborhood's proximity to the Capital Beltway and the Metro station in Downtown Largo makes commuting to D.C. straightforward, though traffic can increase during football season. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is also about 20 miles away, providing additional travel convenience.
Home Trends in Largo, MD
On average, homes in Largo, MD sell after 640 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Largo, MD over the last 12 months is $409,487, up 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$409,487
Median Single Family Sale Price
$447,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$482,499
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$185,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$138,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$218
Number of Homes for Sale
41
Last 12 months Home Sales
158
Median List Price
$410,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
19%