New Carrollton is a haven for first-time home buyers looking to get more for their dollar with an 11 mile commute to Washington, D.C., or Annapolis. You wouldn’t know you’re so close to multiple cities in this suburban setting, but the New Carrollton Metro Station, just a couple miles from most homes, makes this an easy commute.
The community is covered with residential streets and cul-de-sacs. Along these streets, you’ll see tree-lined sidewalks running in front of many small single-family homes like ranch-styles and split-levels accompanied by midsize front and back yards. “The prices here are very inviting,” says Natalie Perez, a Realtor with 4 years of experience in the area, “You won’t find a single-family home with a yard for these prices closer to D.C.” The median home price is $375,000. On the higher end, you can find a 2,000-square-foot ranch-style or split-level for about $500,000. For around $400,000, you can get a 1,000-square-foot rambler. The less expensive options in the area are mainly older 1-to 2-bedroom condos for about $150,000. “You don’t get as much green space with a condo,” says Perez, “but they’re gaining popularity because they’re within a mile of the metro station.”
Students here attend Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS), ranked an overall C by Niche. They can enter the pipeline at three different schools. First is Carrollton Elementary School, which is graded a C-minus by Niche. The second option is Robert Frost Elementary, which Niche graded a C. The third option is Lamont Elementary, which is graded a C-minus by Niche. After elementary, kids move on to Charles Carrol Middle School or Thomas Johnson Middle School, both given a C-minus from Niche. Students finish at Parkdale High School, which Niches graded a C-minus, or Duval High School, which Niche gave a C. Once in high school, students can enroll in the PGCPS’s four-year Aerospace Engineering and Aviation Technology program, which involves an intensive STEM curriculum to prepare students for the field.
You won’t have trouble finding outdoor space in the area. Greenbelt Park is a vast, wooded area sitting on the northern end of the area. It offers 9 miles of trails, three picnic areas and a campground. From most homes, you can walk to Vera Cope Weinbach Neighborhood Park in the center of the area, which has athletic courts and playgrounds. You can also exercise your green thumb at the New Carrollton Community Garden, where you can pick your own homegrown tomatoes beside your neighbors.
If you prefer to buy your fresh produce, make the 1 mile drive to The Shoppes at New Carrollton, where you’ll find the local grocery store Foodway. In this complex, you can also grab a bite at a selection of chain and local restaurants. Grab a seat at OHot Cajun Seafood & Bar for some famous Maryland seafood with a Cajun flare. Down the road, stop into Just Jerk, where you can get an authentic plate of jerk chicken and fried plantains. For big box retailers, you’ll need to drive a bit further to Costco 5 miles north or Target 5 miles west. With this suburban feel so close to the city, New Carrollton really has the perfect mix of suburban amenities and commuting convenience.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this area.
Catherine Stottlemyer
CENTURY 21 New Millennium
(240) 523-4612
97 Total Sales
1 in New Carrollton
$135,000 Price
Daniel Llerena
RLAH @properties
(202) 883-6293
175 Total Sales
1 in New Carrollton
$515,000 Price
Stephanie Cooper
RLAH @properties
(202) 883-6205
78 Total Sales
2 in New Carrollton
$395K - $400K Price Range
Russell Carter
Keller Williams Capital Properties
(202) 856-9138
176 Total Sales
2 in New Carrollton
$467K - $515K Price Range
Mercedes Hughes
Weichert, REALTORS
(240) 558-8993
19 Total Sales
1 in New Carrollton
$525,000 Price
Ana Mendez Law
Coldwell Banker Realty
(240) 512-6424
31 Total Sales
1 in New Carrollton
$400,000 Price
On average, homes in New Carrollton, MD sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in New Carrollton, MD over the last 12 months is $380,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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