Green Valley is a bucolic suburban enclave south of Frederick. Considered an unincorporated area, the community has approximately 13,000 residents and is about 17 square miles in size. The median household income is $174,221, and many people work in the nearby city of Frederick or in Washington D.C. "The Green Valley area has lovely scenery with rolling hills and meadows and many wooded areas," says Realtor Jim Bass of Jim Bass Group of Real Estate Teams, who grew up in Green Valley and has sold homes there for over 31 years.
Downtown Frederick is where many Green Valley residents work and play.
You'll never get over the Downtown Frederick sunsets over the mountains.
1/2
Many single-family homes dot the bucolic landscape
Just south of Interstate 70, Green Valley first saw a wave of development in the 1970s and '80s with a healthy mix of ranch-style homes, split-levels and Colonial Revivals on lots that are usually one or more acres. Since the 1990s, the area also has newer builds in subdivisions with new traditional single-family homes. The median home price is about $700,000, which is higher than the surrounding area and significantly above the state median of approximately $450,000. Area properties typically sell from around $400,000 to over $1.3 million.
Opulent row of newly constructed single family homes with pristine landscaping in Green Valley.
Beautiful colonial revival home newly constructed on Moline Court in Green Valley.
1/2
Highly rated public school district and private Quaker school
Considered one of the most reputable school systems in the county, Frederick County Public Schools has an overall A-minus Niche grade and is rated the No. 5 best school district in Maryland. It serves close to 47,000 students, and the student-teacher ratio is 16-to-1. In addition to several Montessori schools and daycares, the K-12 Friends Meeting School is a private Quaker boarding academy located on Green Valley Road, which is rated by Niche as the best private high school in Frederick County. Several higher institutions are within 20 miles of the community, including Hood College and Frederick Community College.
United by High Standards, Urbana High School Empowers Students to Achieve Their Full Potential.
You children will learn from Maryland's best at Windsor Knolls Middle School.
Immerse in nature's beauty at Green Valley Montessori School in Clarksburg, Maryland.
1/3
Sports fields and outdoor areas abound
Considered the recreational centerpiece of the community, Kemptown Park has a large playground, picnic tables, peaceful walking trails, a small amphitheater and sports fields. The public Rattlewood Golf Course offers afterschool and summer camps for youth players. "The Green Valley communities are very friendly, and the Linganore Oakdale Urbana Youth Athletic Association teams are a huge draw for youth sports," Bass says. Additionally, many subdivisions have their own basketball courts and community pools.
Green Valley's Rattlewood Golf Course is a great place to work on your putt.
Adventure enthusiasts zip to Tree Trekkers every weekend, just outside of Green Valley.
1/2
Approximately 40 miles outside of D.C.
Green Valley is accessible via Interstate 70 and Maryland Routes 144 and 75, which is also known as Green Valley Road. "One of the biggest benefits is the commutability to Montgomery County, Washington DC and Northern Virginia without having to go through traffic in the Frederick area," Bass says. The Maryland Transit Administration and the Montgomery County Department of Transportation both provide public transportation services near Green Valley. Bus stops are in neighboring communities of Damascus and Urbana, both of which are less than 10 miles away. While there are a number of smaller airports around the area, residents often go to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport or Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, and both are approximately 40 miles away. For medical care, Frederick Health Hospital and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital are about 20 miles away.
Shopping and dining take place outside of town
Green Valley is primarily residential and has very few businesses, most of which can be found along Fingerboard Road. Additional retailers, restaurants and grocery stores are off Routes 144 and 27, as well as in neighboring communities, Frederick and Urbana.
Swing by Mt. Airy Inn for the freshest pizza in town, roughly 15 minutes from Green Valley.
Most Green Valley residents choose the Mt. Airy Walmart as their one stop shop to stay stocked.
Treat yourself to a Super Banana Boat Sundae at Jimmie Cone in Damascus, Maryland.
1/3
Family farms and entertainment venues all around
Many family-owned orchards and farms operate in and around the community, providing residents with access to fresh dairy products, meat and produce. Some of these establishments also have fruit-picking events, corn mazes, hayrides and interactive tours to meet farm residents, including alpacas, sheep and rabbits. Adventure Park USA, about 7 miles away, offers many amusement rides, arcades, an indoor ropes course, mini golf and bowling. The entertainment venue also has a slew of fun activities, including Friday Night Lasertag and Easter Bunny Breakfast events. The Chesapeake Region Crab Feast takes place at Kemptown Park annually in August. Sponsored by Porsche Silver Springs, the event features a non-competitive, exclusively Porsche car show, a large playground for children and many seafood dishes for the feast.
Crime data
Crime statistics for Green Valley are not readily available.
Written By
Christina Xu
Photography Contributed By
Tyler Priola
Video By
Chris Norton
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Richard Harrington,
an experienced agent in this area.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Welcome home to 4273 Bill Moxley Road! This wonderful 4 bedroom 3 bathroom custom built home, peacefully nestled on a private wooded lot, at just under 4 acres, is waiting for you to make it your very own! Stepping in to the main level of your home you'll find your formal living room and dining room, spacious kitchen with center island which opens to your family room with a cozy wood stove. The
USDA Eligible – No HOA – Over 2,600 Sq Ft on 0.56 Acres with Ample Parking & Outdoor Living!Welcome to 4105 Lynn Burke Rd, where charm, functionality, and location come together in this beautifully expanded two-level retreat. Offering over 2,600 square feet, this spacious home has been transformed from a classic rancher into a versatile residence with room for everyone—and then
Welcome home to 4273 Bill Moxley Road! This wonderful 4 bedroom 3 bathroom custom built home, peacefully nestled on a private wooded lot, at just under 4 acres, is waiting for you to make it your very own! Stepping in to the main level of your home you'll find your formal living room and dining room, spacious kitchen with center island which opens to your family room with a cozy wood stove. The
USDA Eligible – No HOA – Over 2,600 Sq Ft on 0.56 Acres with Ample Parking & Outdoor Living!Welcome to 4105 Lynn Burke Rd, where charm, functionality, and location come together in this beautifully expanded two-level retreat. Offering over 2,600 square feet, this spacious home has been transformed from a classic rancher into a versatile residence with room for everyone—and then
Better than new and full of upgrades! This spacious Ryan St. Lawrence Craftsman-style home offers over 4,000 sq ft with 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. Enjoy a main-level ensuite bedroom and a basement bedroom with legal egress. Sited on a west-facing corner lot, the home gets abundant natural light and boasts a large flat backyard.The open-concept layout features a huge family room flowing into
Located in the highly desirable Windsor Knolls community—welcome to 3220 Winmoor Drive, a spacious and beautifully updated rental offering over 4,500 square feet of living space. This well-maintained home features soaring ceilings, creating a bright and open atmosphere throughout. Enjoy brand new luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring on the upper level and in the fully finished basement, providing
Beautiful and spacious 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath in much desired neighborhood of Windsor Knolls, featuring nearly 4,000 sq feet of living space on 3 floors. An open floor plan, updated plank flooring on the main level, as well as in the fully finished walk-out basement, plus main level and basement freshly painted. Enjoy a bright Family Room with an abundant amount of natural lighting and a fireplace,
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.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
