Alexander Diaz
Weichert, REALTORS
(202) 929-3606
96 Total Sales
1 in North College Park
$350,000 Price
North College Park
The city of College Park, established in 1845, is perhaps best known as home to the University of Maryland College Park, a public institution with an undergraduate enrollment of over 30,000 students. A part of this bustling college town, the community of North College Park which encompasses the area north of Greenbelt Road, west of Paint Branch Creek and south of Beltsville. Comprised of six neighborhoods—Cherry Hill, Hollywood, Daniels Park, Sunnyside, Branchville and Autoville, North College Park is an expansive residential community.
“Anecdotally, it’s a good place for starter homes,” explains David Alecia, president of the North College Park Community Association. “They’re affordable, small—two to four bedrooms, built in the ‘50s. They’re old but cute. And it’s some of the most affordable real estate in the beltway area.” Prospective buyers can choose from minimalist designs like ramblers, split-levels and colonial styles. The average sales price here is $430,000, with price points varying depending on the age, size and condition of the property.
Another big draw to this area is its proximity to Washington DC. “A lot of our permanent residents commute to DC for work,” says Alecia. “The Green Line runs right through town, you’re close to the beltway, and we’ve got a pedestrian entrance to the Greenbelt Metro station too.”
Students here attend Prince George’s County Public Schools like Hollywood Elementary, Greenbelt Middle and the College Park Academy (a high school serving grades 9 through 12). The College Park Academy serves over 650 students and was received a ‘B-’ ranking from Niche.com. For higher learning opportunities, the University of Maryland College Park offers undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs in a wide range of topics.
While North College Park is primarily residential, it’s located within two miles of seemingly endless retail and restaurant options. A few minutes north, and you’ll find one of Maryland’s two coveted Ikea stores. Baltimore Avenue—which bisects the area—features a wide array of casual eateries, hotels and commercial retailers. The College Park Marketplace offers a Shoppers Food grocery store, a Home Depot and a Starbucks coffee. While to the west, Hollywood Plaza, features a MOMS Organic Market and some popular hang out spots, like The Board and Brew. “Proteus Brews [The Board and Brew]–is a bike shop and coffee spot. It’s a local gathering place. We have our Sunday coffee socials there, and whenever our county or state reps come into the area for open town halls we normally gather there too.”
Another perk of living in North College Park? Your proximity to an abundance of employers. Not only do you have the University of Maryland, but you also have the US National Archives and Records Administration the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the FDA, among others.
And of course, for some time outdoors, residents have their pick of parks. Local pocket parks like the Cherry Hill Neighborhood Park features a playground and open green spaces, while further south, establishments like the Paint Branch Golf Complex offer a 9-hole course, a pro shop, and a driving range.
And when it's time for a change of pace, remember this community offers direct access to the Capital Beltway, and US Route 1, as well as the Greenbelt Metro and MARC stations, to get you where you need to go fast.
Welcome to North College Park, a suburban community with proximity to Washington DC.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Alexander Diaz
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Andrew Nugent
Andrew Nugent
Compass
(202) 902-8406
105 Total Sales
1 in North College Park
$485,000 Price
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Marc Dosik
Marc Dosik
Century 21 Redwood Realty
(240) 221-5035
153 Total Sales
1 in North College Park
$435,000 Price
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Lonnie Gilmore
Lonnie Gilmore
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Flagship
(667) 307-7044
80 Total Sales
1 in North College Park
$400,000 Price
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Francisco Landaverde
Francisco Landaverde
Jason Mitchell Group
(240) 478-6525
59 Total Sales
1 in North College Park
$385,000 Price
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Dale Mattison
Dale Mattison
Responds QuicklyLong & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
(844) 203-2172
89 Total Sales
3 in North College Park
$365K - $455K Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Hollywood Neighborhood Park
College Park Woods Neighborhood Park
Acredale Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Dog Park
- Grills
Sunnyside Neighborhood Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Skateboard
Cherry Hill Neighborhood Park
Cherry Hill Road Community Park
Transit
Airport
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
31 min drive
Train
Greenbelt
Bus
Edgewood Rd & Rhode Island Ave
Bus
Courtyards #500
Bus
Baltimore Avenue & Cherry Hill Road
Bus
Rhode Island Ave & Apache St
Bus
Seven Springs Village & #9308
Bus
Baltimore Ave & Hollywood St
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | North College Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
North College Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North College Park, College Park sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in North College Park, College Park over the last 12 months is $450,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$452,051
Median Sale Price
$450,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$450,603
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$222,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
71
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$272
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,228
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Median Year Built
1950
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,560
Below the national average
1,925
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,534
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,192
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Open Houses
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Saturday, Sep 201 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,260 - $2,625 per month
- Seven Springs Apartments
- Studio - 3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 400+ Sq Ft
- 9310 Cherry Hill Rd
- College Park, MD
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$1,320 - $3,015 per month
- Flats at College Park
- 1 - 3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 671+ Sq Ft
- 9113-9137 Baltimore Ave
- College Park, MD
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
17,382
Median Age
28
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$70,954
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$95,453
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
81.7%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
44.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.1%
% Population in Labor Force
62.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
60
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
59
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
39
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Adelphi
Census-designated residential community with easy access to the Capital Beltway
Beltsville
A supportive suburb with a volunteer-run newspaper and local restaurants
Berwyn Heights
Southern Maryland suburb 15 miles from Washington D.C.
Old Town College Park
A historic community within the greater College Park area
College Park Woods
Compact suburb just blocks from the University of Maryland campus
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