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Chillum

Chillum

$426,817 Average Value
$246 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

Hyattsville neighborhood just minutes from D.C.

Chillum brings all the character of the Hyattsville area to a neighborly community filled with parks and green spaces. Many apartment complexes, multifamily buildings and single-family homes are grouped around public parks and recreation centers. Colonials, Cape Cods, split-level and simple ranch-style houses built from the 1950s to 1970s fill subdivisions. “It’s a hotbed for first-time homebuyers and investment homes,” says Terry Catalano of ReMax Leading Edge. She has sold homes in the area for nearly 30 years.

Avondale Neighborhood Park in Chillum, MD.Avondale Neighborhood Park in Chillum, MD.
Avondale Neighborhood Park in Chillum, MD.Avondale Neighborhood Park in Chillum, MD.
A row of colorful split levels on 24th Pl in Chillum.
A row of colorful split levels on 24th Pl in Chillum.
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Moderate-sized homes attract buyers

Moderately sized houses and yards don’t stop residents from being creative with landscaping and personal touches that can show off the neighborhood’s green side and the homeowner’s personality. Parks are within walking distance and main thoroughfares like Chillum Road are lined with sidewalks and a paved bike path. Housing prices range from $125,000 to $646,000. Townhouses and modern row houses near Hyattsville cost at least $500,000. Most single-family three- or four-bedroom homes go on the market for roughly $450,000. “Basements used to get flooded often up until the late 1970s,” Catalano says. “It has since been fixed.”

New-build row homes on the border of Hyattsville and Chillum.
New-build row homes on the border of Hyattsville and Chillum.
A row of brick Cape Cod homes on Burketon Rd in Chillum.
A row of brick Cape Cod homes on Burketon Rd in Chillum.
A row of ramblers on 8th Avenue in Chillum.
A row of ramblers on 8th Avenue in Chillum.
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Local eateries bring international flair

Independent and international restaurants provide Chillum with a local food scene that draws residents from Hyattsville and D.C. Food trucks complement sit-down and eat-in restaurants. Leyla's Restaurant & Lounge Latin, known for its American huevos rancheros, and Pupersia Emily, with its rich pupusas and enchiladas. MidAtlantic Seafood Bar and Grill dishes out seafood plates, po’boy sandwiches and chicken wings from its down-home style eatery. And for sweets, Dulce Vida Bakery elevates pan de luce and sweet breads to a decadent level. The amount of shopping centers and retail centers almost rivals the neighborhood’s selection of parks. Sargent Road Shopping Center has a Sav-A-Lot discount grocery store. Takoma Park Shopping Mall is home to Lidl and big-box auto retailers like Autozone. And the Mall at Prince George’s is less than 3 miles away.

Mid Atlantic Seafood in Chillum has not just seafood but soul food as well.
Mid Atlantic Seafood in Chillum has not just seafood but soul food as well.
Mi Pueblito Bakery at the intersection of highway 410 and Riggs rd.
Mi Pueblito Bakery at the intersection of highway 410 and Riggs rd.
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Hunt for Easter eggs

Annual events in Chillum include the Maryland Black Film Festival, the springtime Easter Egg Hunt and the Giant National Capital BBQ Battle. Chillum is also local to all the museums the Smithsonian has to offer just across the border in D.C.

Parklawn Community Park in Chillum, MD.
Parklawn Community Park in Chillum, MD.
library of congress
library of congress
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Innovative extra-curricular activities

Rosa L. Parks Elementary School on Alger Road teaches kindergarten through sixth-grade students. Niche rates the school a C-plus. The school offers innovative clubs and activities, including the media club that produces Rosa L. Parks morning show. The environment club lets students tend to the school garden, maintain a recycling program and lead environmental education efforts. Nicholas Orem Middle School, a C-minus and Northwestern High School, a C are other educational options. There are 13 colleges and universities local to Chillum including Georgetown and George Washington universities.

Rosa L. Parks Elementary School in Chillum, MD.
Rosa L. Parks Elementary School in Chillum, MD.
Cesar Chavez Elementary School in Chillum, MD.
Cesar Chavez Elementary School in Chillum, MD.
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Plenty of parks to play at

The neighborhood’s namesake park, Chillum Community Park, lies between Sligo Creek and the Northwest Branch of Anacostia River. The multipurpose park has a small playground, pavilion and a baseball field and basketball court. Just across the street, Michigan Park Hills Neighborhood Park serves the neighborhood with a playground, a tennis court and a basketball court. Nearby, pooch pals can play off leads at the fenced-in Heurich Dog Park. Sligo Mill Overlook Park adds a community garden to its elaborate playground filled with funky equipment. At Rollingcrest Splash Pool, a water wonderland decked out with a pirate ship theme, toddlers slip down water slides and discover a treasure chest on a deserted island. Older children clamber along water obstacle courses and rope jungle gyms strung above a swimming pool. The adjacent Rollingcrest Community Center provides a crafts room, fitness facility and game space.

Chillum Community Park in Chillum, MD.
Chillum Community Park in Chillum, MD.
Heurich Park
Heurich Park
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The West Hyattsville Metro stop is Chillum's closest metro stop.
The West Hyattsville Metro stop is Chillum's closest metro stop.

Lots of highway options

While Chillum lacks its own Metro station, residents have access to the nearby West Hyattsville station and Prince George's Plaza Metro Station. Commuters have a little more than a 6-mile trip to get to Washington, D.C. East-West Highway (MD 410), New Hampshire Avenue (MD 650), Riggs Road (MD 212), Sargent Road (MD 211), Chillum Road (MD 501) and Eastern Avenue NE are just a few of the important roads that go through the neighborhood.

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Chillum Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$556,347
Median Sale Price
$521,120
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$521,120
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$246

Area Facts

Number of Homes
22
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
2023
Months of Supply
6.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,845
On par with the national average
1,929
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,971

Open Houses

  • Wednesday, Oct 29
    Open Thu 10AM - 5PM

    3405 Whippitt Way, Hyattsville, MD 20782

    $479,990

    • 3 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 1,626 Sq Ft
    • 3405 Whippitt Way
    • New 13 days ago

    Experience The Hugo, a seamless blend of style and comfort. This exceptional home features 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and 1 half bath, offering ample space for all. It also includes a spacious one-car garage. Upon entry, the first-floor bedroom with a full bath provides the perfect space for guests. The kitchen, a chef’s paradise, is equipped with modern appliances, Barnett Linen cabinets,

    Stanley Martin SM Brokerage, LLC

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  • Saturday, Nov 1
    Open Sat 12PM - 3PM

    2005 Roanoke St, Hyattsville, MD 20782

    $499,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,174 Sq Ft
    • 2005 Roanoke St
    • New 23 hours ago

    Step into modern luxury at 2005 Roanoke Street, a fully renovated gem nestled in the heart of Hyattsville, Maryland. This stunning move-in-ready home has been thoughtfully updated from top to bottom with brand new features including a new roof, siding, windows, HVAC system, electrical, and plumbing. The beautifully designed kitchen showcases sleek quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances,

    Tom Campos Keller Williams Capital Properties

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  • Sunday, Nov 2
    Open Sun 1PM - 3PM

    5401 15th Place, Hyattsville, MD 20782

    $639,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,596 Sq Ft
    • 5401 15th Place

    Welcome to 5401 15th Place! Completely updated and move-in ready. This beautiful home features a brand new kitchen, 3 spacious bedrooms, and 3 full bathrooms. Enjoy hardwood floors throughout, an open concept layout, and a fully finished basement. Relax on the screened porch overlooking a private, fenced backyard with a shed. The property also includes a gated driveway and attached garage for

    John McGlaughlin RE/MAX Realty Services

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Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Chillum Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
34,311
Median Age
37
Population under 18
25.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$65,261
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$81,463

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
72%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
23.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.1%
% Population in Labor Force
74.6%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
14''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®®

62 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

36 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®®

50 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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