Josephine Cicolini
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
(240) 663-5808
50 Total Sales
1 in Monrovia
$625,000 Price
Monrovia
Located in Frederick County
From a distance, historic Monrovia looks a lot like the planned communities that are being developed among the large farms lining central Maryland’s I-70 corridor. Zoom in a little and you’ll find one of Maryland’s most historic rural communities, an uncommon blend of small-town charm, active living and mountain views all within commuting distance of downtown Baltimore. Stick around a little, though, and you might find a new place to call home.
“The first thing I tell potential buyers is that Monrovia is not like any of the surrounding communities in Frederick County,” says Shannon Flannery of Goddess Group Realty. “Most of the homes are new or updated, but the city of Monrovia has been around for hundreds of years, so the lot sizes are so much bigger here.” This unique combination of history and development is also reflected in the variety of homes in the Monrovia community, which include modern American craftsmen, colonial revivals with white picket fences, traditional farmhouses and budget-friendly townhomes. Prices are equally mixed, providing options from $500,000 for a 4-bedroom townhouse to $900,000 for a newly constructed five-bedroom colonial.
Mornings in Monrovia begin at 5 West Café, the local go-to spot for a café latte and hand-crafted gourmet cinnamon roll. Amble past the historic storefronts lining downtown New Market to The Derby Restaurant, where you can take in live music or the big game with your meal, and then head out back for a waffle cone at their vintage ice cream shack. Perhaps no other restaurant captures the essence of Monrovia quite like Wilcom’s Inn. Once a roadhouse biker bar, this unassuming 1940s-era building was converted into a Peruvian steakhouse in 2016, and has quickly become both a local favorite and an award-winning destination for wine connoisseurs, all while maintaining the name and roadside aesthetic of the original bar. “It doesn’t look like it from the outside,” Flannery notes, “but you can’t get a table on Saturday night without a reservation.”
There’s no shortage of weekend activities in the area. Book a tee time at Whiskey Creek, the Ernie Els-designed public golf course, where you can admire dramatic views of the Catoctin Mountains even if you’re stuck deep in a fairway bunker. Adrenaline seekers can get their fix on one of the many roller coasters at Adventure Park USA – Maryland’s largest amusement park – while the rest of the family keeps their feet on the ground at the arcade, bowling alley or mini golf course. Stock up on next week’s groceries at Costo, or grab a few essentials at the Green Valley Plaza for a picnic and play-date the neighborhood Zipline playground, all within walking distance along one of Monrovia’s scenic neighborhood trails.
Students in Monrovia attend the Frederick Public School system, which includes Centerville Elementary School, Urbana Middle School and Urbana High School, all of which are currently ranked as A-minus or better by Niche. In both 2018 and 2019, Urbana High School was identified as a National Blue Ribbon School by the Department of Education for consistently high student achievement, and its athletic program regularly competes for state championships.
Though it is less than an hour outside of downtown Baltimore, Monrovia is located just across the Frederick County line, allowing residents the fortunate distinction of what Flannery describes as, “Frederick County prices with a Montgomery County area code.” This is just one of the many reasons why Niche rated Monrovia as the 4th best place to buy a home in the entire state of Maryland.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Josephine Cicolini
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Shulin Zheng
Shulin Zheng
DMV Landmark Realty, LLC
(202) 875-7383
77 Total Sales
1 in Monrovia
$776,900 Price
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Joanne Grus
Joanne Grus
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(878) 313-6189
52 Total Sales
1 in Monrovia
$670,000 Price
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Carlos R Burgos
Carlos R Burgos
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
(202) 980-4369
40 Total Sales
1 in Monrovia
$839,000 Price
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Nader Bagheri
Nader Bagheri
Weichert, REALTORS
(240) 563-0315
176 Total Sales
3 in Monrovia
$717K - $905K Price Range
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Audrey Romano
Audrey Romano
Compass
(301) 691-3593
76 Total Sales
1 in Monrovia
$575,000 Price
Schools
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Monrovia Housing Trends
On average, homes in Monrovia, MD sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Monrovia, MD over the last 12 months is $790,000, up 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$765,000
Median Sale Price
$790,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$725,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$550,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
48
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
18%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$209
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Months of Supply
3.00
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jul 1912 - 3pm
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Distribution of Home Values
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
Monrovia Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,697
Median Age
39
Population under 18
29.1%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$174,278
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$195,781
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.1%
College Graduates
52.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.4%
% Population in Labor Force
74.2%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
16
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 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.
