Nicola Taylor
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(301) 450-6430
86 Total Sales
1 in West Bethesda
$260,000 Price
West Bethesda
Nestled between Washington D.C., to the south and the Potomac River to the west is the quiet community of West Bethesda. Though centrally located, West Bethesda offers the tranquility of beautiful woodland nature and spacious landscapes while still providing easy access to all the amenities of metropolitan life. “One of the outstanding benefits is the outdoor space,” says Realtor Pamela Schiattareggia, who’s sold 6 homes in the area. “It’s also very easy for commuting— Interstate 270 is right there, so you’re not sitting in traffic, waiting forever to get on the right road.” Public transportation is also an option, with several bus stops along Westlake Terrace, Westlake Drive and Democracy Boulevard
West Bethesda consists of two distinct subdivisions, with the northern half being closer to the town center and the southern portion being more rural. Drive along Democracy Boulevard and you’ll see red brick townhouses within grid-style developments. As you drive south on Seven Locks Road, you’ll find swirls of cul-de-sacs featuring spacious Colonial Revivals and Federal style homes. Shrouded in lush greenery and cherry blossoms, these homes have sprawling, manicured lawns and long, winding paved driveways. Prices for the northern townhouses range from $500,000- $900,000, with the average price hovering around the $750,000 mark. As you move south, acreage and prices increase. The price range spans from $1,000,000- $2,000,000, with the average home selling for around $1,300,000.
Students can start at Seven Locks Elementary School and North Bethesda Middle School, both of which earned an A on Niche. Students can move on to Winston Churchill High School, ranked No. 4 in Best Public High Schools in Maryland, earning itself an A-plus on Niche. There are also many private school options to choose from.
After school, lace up your skates and head to the Cabin John Ice Rink, an indoor ice-skating center offering ice skating, figure skating and hockey sessions. Golfers can play a round at the tree-shrouded, rolling grounds of Bethesda Country Club. For more outdoor recreation, head over to Cabin John Regional Park and wind your way through the forest on a web of trails that weave through 9 miles of mature trees. Host a barbeque under one of the picnic shelters, enjoy the playground, or take a ride on the miniature train. The park also features tennis courts, athletic fields and a volleyball court.
Just overlooking the green expanse of Cabin John Regional Park, you’ll find Sisters Thai. “The Sisters Thai restaurant is excellent. They’ve got such unique food,” says Schiattareggia. “The Cabin John Shopping Center has a lot of great restaurants, but the Sisters restaurant is particularly popular.” For a more casual experience, head down Westlake Drive and check out District Falafel for some delicious Middle Eastern fare. For shopping, head to the Westfield Montgomery Mall, conveniently located within West Bethesda. For groceries, stop in at Balducci's Market.
When October arrives, so does the annual Taste of Bethesda festival. This famous food festival showcases live music and a vast array of cuisine from Bethesda’s best restaurants.
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Stephanie Davison
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Nicola Taylor
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Nick Rowan
Nick Rowan
Trademark Realty, Inc
(667) 771-5990
68 Total Sales
1 in West Bethesda
$295,000 Price
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Evelyn Lugo
Evelyn Lugo
Compass
(301) 618-0742
112 Total Sales
1 in West Bethesda
$1,375,000 Price
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Kathi Kershaw
Kathi Kershaw
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
(301) 835-2890
53 Total Sales
1 in West Bethesda
$995,000 Price
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Gary Rudden
Gary Rudden
RE/MAX Realty Services
(240) 363-0885
185 Total Sales
3 in West Bethesda
$225K - $750K Price Range
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Nader Bagheri
Nader Bagheri
Weichert, REALTORS
(240) 563-0315
175 Total Sales
1 in West Bethesda
$289,900 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
Cabin John Regional Park
McCrillis Gardens
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Fernwood Park
Tilden Woods Local Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Stratton Local Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Avenel Local Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Soccer
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | West Bethesda | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
West Bethesda Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Bethesda, Potomac sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in West Bethesda, Potomac over the last 12 months is $335,000, up 40% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$559,800
Median Sale Price
$335,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$625,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$246,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,175,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
45
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
40%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$257
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,153
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1977
Months of Supply
1.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
4,836
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,091
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
732
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
28,531
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 21 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,956 - $3,331 per month
- The Rae
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 486+ Sq Ft
- 10401 Motor City Dr
- Bethesda, MD
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Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,205
Median Age
47
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.1%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$85,514
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$126,282
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.8%
College Graduates
72.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
36.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.6%
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®
16
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
11
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Woodhaven
Tudor-styles homes resembling an English village 2 miles from Downtown Bethesda
Carderock Springs
Mid-century modern homes blend into nature in Montgomery County
Seven Locks
Spacious suburban living in Potomac near several major country clubs
Drumaldry
Midcentury modern housing known as 'California in Bethesda'
Potomac
Large lot sizes and privacy about 15 miles from D.C.
Wildwood Manor
Walkable community with excellent schools and nearby Metro access
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