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Northwood is a D.C. and Baltimore suburb
While many Mid-Atlantic suburbs have seen an expansion of dense new construction in past decades, Northwood retains its well-established residential feel and strong community ties. The majority of residents in Northwood commute to the larger Washington, D.C., or Baltimore metro areas for work, but they take advantage of the comparably lower home prices and cozier residential feel available in Northwood.
“It’s a good central spot. The location is convenient to lots of places that people commute to, and it’s still affordable,” says Tamara Kucik, a team leader with RLAH @properties. Single-family homes sell for a median price of $590,000. Kucik emphasizes that in this neighborhood, “you get a decent amount for your money.”
Mature trees shade mid-20th-century houses
Most homes in Northwood were built in the mid-20th Century. Solid brick ranch houses or Cape Cods and Tudors line wide streets that end in cul-de-sacs. Mature trees and yards lush with blooming bushes and flowers fill front yards and border spacious driveways. Traffic is slow enough on the residential streets that it’s not uncommon to see kids playing or riding bikes and families walking their dog. Unlike the spread of homes in other areas, Northwood houses are close to each other. Close enough that “you can see your kid walking to their friend’s house,” says Kucik. “And there’s a very good chance the kids your kids are going to school with are also in your neighborhood.”
Montgomery County Public Schools serve the area
The quality of schools is a major draw for those who look to move here. Pine Crest Elementary offers an enriched curriculum in the arts, with such featured activities as a chamber music ensemble and ukulele lessons. Francis Scott Key Middle School is an International Baccalaureate World School that has the honor of offering the Middle Years Programme. Northwood High School offers its students the opportunity to choose a study pathway based on subject matter and the chance to participate in many themed clubs, such as the step team, mock trial team, and an esports club. All schools are within Montgomery County Public Schools.
Restaurants, offices and bakeries are in the neighborhood
Woodmoor Shopping Center is a staple in the neighborhood when you have to run errands or want a sweet treat. Several professional offices on site offer legal, medical or monetary services. Those looking for a fresh bite need to check out Santucci’s Deli, a locally owned Italian specialty deli that specializes in sliced meats, cheeses, homemade sauce, pasta by the pound and takeout pizza and sandwiches. Have a major sweet tooth? Be sure to line up outside Woodmoor Pastry Shop on Sunday mornings before the after-church crowd gets there. And just across Colesville Road, The Four Corner’s Pub, a neighborhood staple since 1967, serves up craft beer and American fare, all sourced from local vendors.
Locals can hike on trails and enjoy Northwood's tight-knit community
A day of leisurely recreation awaits at North Four Corners Park, a green space in the area with 13.9 acres of trails, woodlands, athletic fields, picnic areas and playgrounds. For hikers, bikers and horseback riders, the Northwest Branch Trail offers hard and natural surface trails. At the north end of the neighborhood, the Rachel Carson Greenway Trail features spots for bouldering and rollerblading, in addition to its challenging hikes.
Fun doesn’t stop at the park, though. The robust sense of community spirit in Northwood shows itself in its many active neighborhood groups and events. It’s not unusual to see a group of moms jogging together, or for parents to tap into the babysitting coop or to stroll the streets on a porch or garden tour. You can work in the city conveniently, but live and play at a more tranquil pace in this D.C. suburb. While so many places in the D.C.-Baltimore region seem to be changing rapidly, Northwood continues to keep its strong residential feel and tight-knit community spirit.
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Parks in this Area
Shepherd Park
Picnic Area
Soccer
Playground
North Four Corners Local Park
Rock Creek Park Holly Trail
Bike Trails
Trails
Hiking
Rock Creek Trail Juniper Trailhead
Bike Trails
Trails
Hiking
Playground at the Parks DC
Trails
Playground
Marvin Caplan Park
Picnic Area
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
27 min drive
Bus
Dennis Ave & Eastwood Ave
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Colesville Rd & Crestmoor Dr
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Lockridge Dr & Cavalier Dr
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Colesville Rd & Lorain Ave
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Lockridge Dr & Lombardy Rd
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Dennis Ave & Edgewood Ave
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University Blvd & Brunett Ave
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Northwood
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Northwood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Northwood, Washington sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Northwood, Washington over the last 12 months is $312,500, down 34% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,988
Median Age
42
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$137,500
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$160,185
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.9%
College Graduates
61.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
36.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
14''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
31/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
47/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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