Suitland - Silver Hill is a modest suburb on D.C.'s doorstep
Suitland—Silver Hill offers affordable suburban postwar-era homes close to shopping centers in Prince George's County to the east and the nation's capital to the west. “Commuting is big for this area. It’s close to D.C. for federal employees and there are a lot of folks who work locally at the Federal Center here,” say Steve and Ida Belinky, real estate agents with RE/MAX United Real Estate, who each have over 40 years of experience serving Maryland. “The Suitland Metro station is right by the center as well.” Commuters can reach Washington, D.C., in about half an hour by car or Metro, or by walking to several major government employers around the community.
Ranch-style homes are common in the neighborhood of Suitland - Silver Hill.
Residents of Suitland - Silver Hill can pick up groceries at Tiger Supermarket.
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Decades-old single-family homes, townhouse rows and condos
Buyers can find bilevels, Cape Cods, brick ramblers and open-porch bungalows along narrow suburban streets. Many garden-style condo units and townhouses, mostly built after World War II, are also available. “There are a lot of new housing options for people who don’t want a single-family house, and the shopping convenience can be appealing for the younger crowd,” says Ida Belinky. Suitland—Silver Hill homes range from $90,000 to $600,000, with condos at the bottom of the price range, townhouses in the middle, and single-family homes at the higher end. “The homes are more affordable compared to a lot of Prince George’s County, and even compared to Southeast D.C., across the border,” says Steve Belinky.
Brick rambler homes are common throughout Suitland - Silver Hill.
Suitland - Silver Hill residents may choose to live in affordable condos.
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Suitland High School in the midst of renovations
Prince George's County Public Schools is the main district serving Suitland – Silver Hill. Andrew Jackson Academy and Suitland High School both have C-minus ratings from Niche. Suitland High is undergoing a massive renovation, adding 44,000 square feet to the campus. Construction is expected to be finished by 2028, and the school will feature a new Center for Visual and Performing Arts, where art students from around the district can take classes.
Andrew Jackson Academy provides high quality education in Suitland - Silver Hill.
Suitland High School in Suitland - Silver Hill offers a two-year nationally recognized program.
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Several neighborhood parks nearby and Creative Suitland for local art
Suitland Community Park has a playground and a baseball diamond beside the Suitland Community Center, which has an indoor basketball court and fitness center. Park Berkshire is surrounded by homes and features tennis courts and a soccer field. Residents can also head to Oxon Run Neighborhood Park, which has a playground and a nature trail beside a churning creek. Creative Suitland is an arts center that promotes creative expression through classes, events and programs suited to people of all ages and experience levels.
Play a game of baseball at the field in Suitland - Silver Hill's Suitland Park.
Oxon Run Park is a quiet place to play in Hillcrest Heights, near Suitland - Silver Hill.
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Federal Center within the area and D.C. is a drive or Metro ride away
Downtown D.C. is a 10-mile drive along Suitland Parkway, which takes around half an hour, depending on traffic. Commuters can head to the Suitland Metro station to catch Green Line trains through D.C., Maryland and Virginia. Nearby government employers within Suitland – Silver Hill include the National Maritime Intelligence Center, a naval facility, and the national headquarters for the U.S. Census Bureau. Joint Base Andrews, an Air Force facility, is also a few miles east. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is 11 miles west, while the nearest hospital is Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center, a six-mile drive west.
Suitland - Silver Hill Metro Station provides locals a convenient way to get around town.
Suitland Metro Station in Suitland - Silver Hill provides access to surrounding areas.
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Local events build community spirit
SuitlandFest is a popular community event held every fall. It features live music from local artists, food vendors and community resource stands. Locals can also head to the Capital Market at Creative Suitland, a farmers market that runs on Sunday afternoons from June through October, for locally sourced produce.
Nearby strip malls around Prince George's County
Silver Hill Plaza Shopping Center sits along Pennsylvania Avenue, with a Shoppers for groceries, a Family Dollar and a CVS, among other retailers. Locals can also shop at Forman Mills, a department store, or order po‘ boys and cocktails at Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar. Centre at Forestville is a mall a couple of miles down the road, with retailers like JCPenney and Foot Locker.
Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar offers beloved dining to Suitland - Silver Hill residents.
Suitland - Silver Hill shoppers can go to Family Dollar at the Silver Hill Plaza.
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