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Convenient north Bethesda neighborhood
Alta Vista is a neighborhood in north Bethesda, just on the edge of Capital Beltway and Rockville Pike; residents benefit from quick commutes to Downtown Bethesda by car or metro, along with a diverse range of suburban homes to choose from. The neighborhood can be a convenient landing spot for medical professionals, as the esteemed Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and the National Institute of Health’s headquarters are directly to its south. Harlene Bernstein, associate broker at RLAH Real Estate with over 47 years of experience, says, “It’s a big community; some residents work in downtown Bethesda and some work in Rockville.”
Craftsman style homes line the quiet neighborhood streets in Alta Vista.
A brick Queen Anne style home on Linden Ave in Alta Vista.
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Condos and townhouses closer to the Beltway, with suburban sprawl to the south
Alta Vista home styles lend themselves to many different price and lifestyle options. The northern half of the neighborhood has townhouse rows and condominium complexes, some high-rises and some smaller. Townhouses range from about $500,000 to $1 million, varying by square footage. One-bedroom condos start from $200,000 and go up to $600,000 for more bedrooms and amenities to access, like on-site parking lots, and some come with a gym or pool. The few single-family homes in the northern half of the neighborhood are colonials alongside the Capital Beltway for roughly $900,000. Alta Vista’s south side features more grid-like suburbs and cul-de-sacs hosting modest, detached houses ranging from $850,000 to $1.85 million, with various midcentury suburban staples like ramblers, split-levels and Cape Cods. Bernstein says, “People are moving in for homes to raise their kids, and these can be starter homes.” These houses have multiple car garages, patios and newer details like picket fences and painted sidings.
A row of cross-gabled homes on Locus Ave in Alta Vista.
A line of town homes on Camberley Ave in Alta Vista.
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Montgomery County Public Schools get all A's
Alta Vista’s youth are zoned for Montgomery County Public Schools, ranked the No. 2 best school district in the state by Niche. Kids will go from Wyngate Elementary School to North Bethesda Middle School, both holding A-ratings on Niche. North Bethesda is known for its diverse arts and music curriculums, like band and choir, for passionate, creative students. Students can end their public school journey at Walter Johnson High School, boasting an A-plus Niche rating. No Montgomery County schools are within Alta Vista, but they are a brief drive or bus ride from home. There are some distinguished private schools within the community, like Rochambeau French International School, which has a student population that spans over 80 nationalities from grades 2-12. This school offers dual diploma benefits, meaning students receive a French and Maryland state diploma.
Wyngate Elementary School serves the Alta Vista's youngest kids, with an A from Niche.
North Bethesda Middle School is known for its diverse art curriculum, like band and choir.
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Alta Vista's central park, with a few trails to explore
Families host picnics, play dates or reunions at Maplewood Alta Vista Park, located in the neighborhood’s center. This park has a baseball diamond, a tennis court, and a large lawn for playing frisbee or touch football. Alta Vista has access to the Bethesda Trolley Trail, a small walking path that ends at the entrance to the NIH building. About a mile east, residents can also explore the 18-mile Rock Creek Trail, surrounded by dense tree cover, and adventurous bikers can zip into northwest D.C. after about 20 minutes on this path.
Alta Vista is a primarily residential neighborhood, at the center of which is Maplewood Park.
The Rock Creek bike path runs alongside Alta Vista and connects all the way to downtown DC.
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Shop close by in Wildwood Shopping Center, or find Friday night food in Bethesda Row
Less than a mile north of Alta Vista on Old Georgetown Road is the Wildwood Shopping Center. Locals can browse DSW Shoes after grabbing coffee and a breakfast pastry at the popular chain Le Pain Quotidien. There’s also the health-conscious Balducci’s Food Lover’s Market for groceries, and a Giant up the street. For lunch, the vibrant district of Woodmont Triangle is 2 miles south down Rockville Pike; tacos with specialty margaritas await at Gringos & Mariachis. Another mile down the road is the dense Bethesda Row outdoor shopping center, where locals can enjoy happy hour and a burger at World of Beer, with pet-friendly patio seating. There are several upscale retailers in Bethesda Row, like Williams Sonoma, Lululemon and an Apple store.
Alta Vista residents can dine outside when the weather is nice in Bethesda Row.
Flower Child offers a unique dining experience in the Wildwood Shopping Center near Alta Vista.
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Take I-270, the Beltway, or the Medical Center metro to get around
Simple transportation is one of Alta Vista’s biggest perks. An 8-mile drive north on Interstate 270 leads to Downtown Rockville, and 3 miles south on Rockville Pike takes residents to Downtown Bethesda. Locals are also connected to the D.C. metro’s Red Line, with the Medical Center metro station less than a mile south, centered around the NIH headquarters. Residents owning properties at specific condominiums in Alta Vista have access to a shuttle from their home to the metro station. These homes are also half a mile from the Capital Beltway, which means shorter commute times throughout D.C., a valuable benefit in the busy metropolitan area.
Alta Vista residents can catch red line trains at the Medical Center Metro Stop.
The Medical Center Metro stop next to the Walter Reed Hospital is Alta Vista's transit option.
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Parks in this Area
Park at Beach and Cedar
Ayrlawn Park
Baseball/Softball
Trails
Playground
Maplewood Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Football
Rock Creek Park
Fleming Local Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Bethesda Trolley Trail
Bike Trails
Trails
Hiking
Transit
Airport
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
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W Cedar Ln & Zelkova Ln
Alta Vista Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Alta Vista, Bethesda sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Alta Vista, Bethesda over the last 12 months is $480,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
7,188
Median Age
47
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$135,020
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$164,077
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.8%
College Graduates
81.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
59.3%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
13''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
32/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
25/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
46/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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