Johnice Comer
Compass
(240) 557-8973
112 Total Sales
1 in Ashton-Sandy Spring
$1,150,000 Price
Ashton-Sandy Spring
Suburban Neighborhood in Olney, Maryland
Montgomery County 20833, 20860, 20861, 20905
Midway between DC and Baltimore is the small community of Ashton-Sandy Spring, where pastoral views meet easily accessible shopping and dining. In Ashton-Sandy Spring, locals get the peace and quiet of rural life with the convenience of suburban living.
This neighborhood is made up of several subdivisions branching off two-lane country highways. Multiple planned developments exist in Ashton-Sandy Spring, with some dating back to the 1960s and others built in the early 2000s. These developments are equipped with well-maintained sidewalks and tree-lined streets, perfect for evening strolls and bike rides. Houses range in style and price, from 1960s split levels priced from $550,000 to $700,000, to modern colonial-inspired custom builds for $1 million to $1.3 million. “There are several new developments in the area,” says Tony Zowd, a realtor with Integrity Plus Network of Coldwell Banker Realty. “When space opens for development in the DC metropolitan area, you know it’s going to be built on quickly! This is a very in-demand area.” Outside of the planned developments, individual houses on multi-acre woodland lots can sell for $600,000 to $800,000. These houses do not have sidewalks and are far from neighbors with a more rural feel.
The Montgomery County Public School District is a draw for the area. Students may attend Sherwood Elementary School, rated A by Niche, William H. Farquhar Middle School, and Sherwood High School. “Schools are a huge factor for many people considering moving here,” says Zowd, “because the district is highly ranked and regarded as one of the best in the state.” Sherwood High School has just over 1,750 students and a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1.
There’s plenty to do for fun in Ashton-Sandy Spring. Locals go to the Adventure Park at Sandy Spring Friends School to zip-line through their aerial forest and try their hands at axe throwing. For quieter recreation, check out the Sandy Spring Museum. This museum showcases the history of the area and hosts rotating exhibits including works from local and traveling artists. There are also special events, like the Summer Beer and Wine Garden series, where locals enjoy live music and local food and drink vendors during summer evenings with their neighbors. In the winter, the museum holds the Holiday Fine Arts & Crafts Gift Show which supports local artists and provides them with a place to sell their creations.
Fruit wines, including blackberry and watermelon wines, are ready for locals at Olney Winery. This winery has garnered over 50 awards both internationally and statewide, and all wines are locally crafted. While there is a snack menu available, customers are encouraged to bring their own meals and picnic on the outdoor tables at the winery. When you’re in the mood for a sit-down dinner, head across the street to Dempsey’s of Ashton, a local restaurant with classic American fare including strip steak, grilled chicken salad and beer-battered onion rings. If you would rather cook at home, nearby Olney Town Center has a Giant Food, a Harris Teeter and a Safeway just three miles west of Ashton-Sandy Spring.
It's clear there are plenty of reasons people move to this quiet suburb. “Ashton-Sandy Spring gives you that small-town feel but still allows a commute to the big city,” says Zowd. “People can catch a game or see a show in DC, then come home to a peaceful community.”
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Johnice Comer
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Andy Rubin
Andy Rubin
RE/MAX Realty Centre, Inc.
(202) 517-6730
99 Total Sales
1 in Ashton-Sandy Spring
$955,000 Price
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Paul Biciocchi
Paul Biciocchi
Forum Properties, Inc.
(240) 621-1188
104 Total Sales
1 in Ashton-Sandy Spring
$660,000 Price
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Karen Rollings
Karen Rollings
EXP Realty, LLC
(202) 902-7464
522 Total Sales
17 in Ashton-Sandy Spring
$410K - $1.4M Price Range
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Alex Saenger
Alex Saenger
Keller Williams Capital Properties
(571) 554-1569
107 Total Sales
1 in Ashton-Sandy Spring
$1,137,500 Price
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Melanie Clark
Melanie Clark
Compass
(240) 558-6543
68 Total Sales
2 in Ashton-Sandy Spring
$661K - $885K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Greenwood Local Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Schooley Mill Park
Manor Oaks Park
- Soccer
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Southeast Olney Park
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Playground
Christie Estates Playground
- Trails
- Playground
Longwood Community Center
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Ashton-Sandy Spring | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Ashton-Sandy Spring Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Ashton-Sandy Spring, Olney sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Ashton-Sandy Spring, Olney over the last 12 months is $850,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$860,000
Median Sale Price
$850,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,005,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$440,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
29
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$229
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,470
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Median Year Built
1985
Months of Supply
5.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
4,657
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,605
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
20,473
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 142 - 4pm
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Saturday, Jun 141 - 3pm
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Saturday, Jun 141 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,309
Median Age
47
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$148,412
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$175,903
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.8%
College Graduates
59.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
37.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
1''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
7
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7
/ 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.
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