Carderock Springs
Suburban Neighborhood in Potomac, Maryland
Montgomery County 20817
$1,621,493
Average Value
$451
Average Price per Sq Ft
Mid-century modern homes on peaceful, winding streets
Properties from the 1960s sit under canopies of trees along meandering streets, and yards are decorated with organic landscaping and stone walkways. “Homes are pretty much all mid-century modern with lots of big windows — think Brady Bunch era,” says Alex Saenger, a Realtor with Keller Williams Capital Properties who was born and raised in Carderock Springs. He adds, “Most have been remodeled since, so they're not original, but they’ve kept the same character." To maintain the community’s beloved, cohesive feel, homeowners must submit plans for exterior renovations to Carderock Springs’ Architectural Review Committee for approval in accordance with the neighborhood’s covenants. Home prices start at around $1 million but rise to around $1.8 million. There are occasional Colonial Revivals from the 1980s, which cost between $1.9 million and $2.1 million.
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Pools and tennis courts at The Carderock Springs Swim and Tennis Club
Golfers can join the exclusive Congressional Country Club, a private club with two 18-hole courses. Named because it was built in 1924 after a crowdfunding effort to create a club tailored to Members of Congress, the club has hosted three U.S. Opens and a PGA Championship and had numerous presidents hold lifetime memberships. Saenger mentions that most join the Carderock Springs Swim and Tennis Club to gather at the Clubhouse and enjoy access to multiple pools and tennis courts. The neighborhood’s swim team, the Carderock Springs Cudas, participates in the Montgomery County Swim League and practices in the large pool, which has six lanes and a diving well. “There’s also a medium pool and a wading pool for little kids, so it’s well adapted for families,” Saenger notes. Residents meet for pickleball or tennis matches on the courts. In the summer, kids can attend Camp Carderock, a day camp filled with team-building activities, crafts, games and swimming. For a peaceful afternoon stroll through the woods, locals can pick up the Cabin John Trail, which follows Cabin John Creek in the southeast corner of the neighborhood.Students attend A-rated schools
“All the kids go to the elementary school in Carderock Springs, which adds to the community connection,” Saenger says. The neighborhood prioritizes education and involvement, and the percentage of residents with college and advanced degrees is significantly above the national average. Children begin at Carderock Springs Elementary, which has an A rating from Niche and offers before and after-school programs for kids to expand their skills and interests. Programs include acrylic painting, chemistry detectives, little coders and game development. Older students advance to A-rated Thomas W. Pyle Middle and A-plus-rated Walt Whitman High.
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Neighborhood camping trips and potluck dinners
The Carderock Springs Citizens’ Association, which has a $50 annual household membership fee, has monthly events for neighbors to mingle. Locals can meet to make Valentine’s cards in February, trade herbs and fresh blooms at the Earth Day plant exchange and bring a cultural dish to share at the neighborhood’s annual International Potluck Dinner. The community cheers on the neighborhood’s swim team during meets at the Swim Club, and twice a year, the citizens’ association sponsors a neighborhood camping trip. Families head to a nearby park for an overnight campout, complete with fishing, hiking, campfires and toasted marshmallows.Commute to Bethesda, D.C. or northern Virginia
“It’s right on the exit for 495, so it’s super convenient for commuting,” Saenger says. Commuters can merge onto Interstate 495, or the Capital Beltway, to travel 8 miles south to McLean, Virginia or 7 miles to Bethesda, Maryland. Driving 10 miles southeast on Massachusetts Avenue takes residents to downtown Washington, D.C. Buses operated by the Montgomery County Department of Transportation run along Persimmon Tree Road and River Road, and the nearest Metro rail station is about 6 miles away in Bethesda, where residents catch the Red Line. Some will even opt to beat the traffic and bike down the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Towpath, a recreational path by the Potomac River that routes directly to Washington, D.C. The CAP Index crime tracking database gives Carderock Springs a 1 out of 10 score, with 1 indicating the lowest crime.
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Nearby shopping in Potomac Village
The lack of restaurants or stores adds to the neighborhood’s laidback atmosphere, and locals don’t have to travel far to shop or grab dinner out. “You’re a hop, skip and a jump away from D.C. for nightlife and museums,” Saenger says. “But you’re also close to the Montgomery Mall and Tyson’s Corner for higher-end shopping, and Bethesda has great restaurants.” Fish Taco, which is about 2 miles south, is a casual spot popular for its margaritas and blackened fish tacos. Residents drive 4 miles west to Old Anglers Inn to enjoy elevated American food by a fire pit on the outdoor patio or dine by the soft light of sconces in the dining room. The Potomac Village shopping center, located 3 miles northwest, has a collection of chain restaurants and a couple of local eateries, like Tally Ho, a diner serving breakfast platters and deli sandwiches. The Village is also where locals go grocery shopping at Giant or Safeway. Tyson’s Corner Center, which is one of the largest shopping malls in Virginia, is 8 miles south.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Courtney Cowan
Courtney Cowan
Argent Realty LLC
(301) 603-3181
26 Total Sales
1 in Carderock Springs
$1,775,000 Price
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Gary Rudden
Gary Rudden
RE/MAX Realty Services
(240) 363-0885
184 Total Sales
1 in Carderock Springs
$1,375,000 Price
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Danielle DuBois
Danielle DuBois
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
(855) 854-1639
58 Total Sales
1 in Carderock Springs
$1,050,000 Price
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Eric Stewart
Eric Stewart
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
(240) 702-1551
479 Total Sales
2 in Carderock Springs
$1,400,000 Price Range
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John Lee
John Lee
RE/MAX Realty Services
(814) 324-5721
99 Total Sales
1 in Carderock Springs
$1,300,000 Price
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Todd Litchfield
Todd Litchfield
Coldwell Banker Realty - Washington
(202) 946-4617
83 Total Sales
1 in Carderock Springs
$1,231,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
C&O Canal Lock 8
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Visitor Center
Burning Tree Local Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Soccer
- Tennis
Seven Locks Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Concord Local Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Cabin John Local Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
Avenel Local Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Soccer
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Carderock Springs | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Carderock Springs Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Carderock Springs, Potomac sell after 11 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Carderock Springs, Potomac over the last 12 months is $1,580,500, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,580,500
Median Sale Price
$1,580,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,580,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$451
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
456
Median Year Built
1965
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,329
Significantly above the national average
1,931
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018
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
1,359
Median Age
49
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$212,295
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$216,027
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.8%
College Graduates
88.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
62.9%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
16''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
34
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
8
/ 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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