About 10 miles north of Washington, D.C., Wheaton brims with commuter routes leading to the city. But with a lively downtown district and one of Montgomery County’s largest parks, the suburb stands out against the nation’s capital and surrounding communities. “Downtown Wheaton doesn’t have a bunch of chain restaurants like a lot of suburbs,” says Sarah Beatty, a Realtor with Samson Properties who has sold several homes in the area. “Most restaurants are locally owned, and the whole community has a very mom-and-pop feel.” Hiking trails, a botanical garden and sports facilities can be found at the 538-acre Wheaton Regional Park. The suburb's 52,000 residents also have easy access to several shopping centers, like the Westfield Wheaton mall. “Because of the park, the mall and all the restaurants downtown, people really only leave Wheaton to go to work,” Beatty says.
Wheaton Station is a hub for Metro and bus transportation in the DC region.
Wheaton Metro Station, a gateway to convenience and urban adventures.
The Glenmont Metro serves the Connecticut Avenue Park area.
Explore vibrant nearby downtown Wheaton and all it's color and amenities.
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Homes sell quickly
Most homes in Wheaton were built between the 1950s and ‘70s. Ranch-style houses, split levels and Cape Cod cottages are all common here. The median townhouse price is $525,000, while the median single-family home price is $545,000. Both figures are lower than Montgomery County’s median of $600,000. Homes here typically sell after 19 days on the market, which is faster than the national average of 44 days.
According the Montgomery County Department of Police's annual report, violent crimes in Wheaton increased by 11.4% between 2022 and 2023, and property crime increased by 21% during the same time span. However, Montgomery County's rates of property and violent crime remain low compared to figures for the state, according to data from the Maryland State Police.
Charming modern colonial-style homes are popular in the Wheaton neighborhood.
Well-manicured lawns and gardens are a frequent sight in the Wheaton neighborhood.
The Brownstones at Wheaton Metro Feature 75 Rowhomes in North Kensington.
Quaint Single-Story Ranch Homes are popular in North Kensington.
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Horse stables, a carousel and a botanical garden at Wheaton Regional Park
According to the Trust for Public Land, 91% of Wheaton residents live within a 10-minute walk of a park. Wheaton Regional Park has horse stables, an indoor tennis complex and a sports pavilion that can be used for soccer and lacrosse games. It’s also home to a carousel that was on D.C.’s National Mall from 1967 to 1981. The Wheaton Miniature Train takes kids around the green space between March and September. Rose bushes, woodlands and other themed gardens make up Brookside Gardens, also located in the park. Beatty says the botanical center is known for its Garden of Lights event, held between mid-November and early January. “The whole garden is covered in Christmas lights, and everyone walks around with hot chocolate. It’s very popular. People buy their tickets months in advance.”
The Wheaton Library & Community Recreation Center share a building on Georgia Avenue. Locals can work out in the fitness room, join youth basketball leagues and take classes like karate or dance. Membership is free for all Wheaton residents. The library offers regular craft workshops and family story times. Wheaton experiences humid summers and mild winters, with an average of 18 inches of snowfall per year.
Bask in the beauty of nature at Brookside Gardens in Wheaton.
Waterfalls and endless greenery are a peaceful scene at Brookside Gardens in Wheaton.
Brookside Gardens in Wheaton turns into the Garden of Lights every winter.
Beautiful exotic flowers are no stranger to Brookside Gardens located in Wheaton.
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Highly rated Montgomery County Public Schools
Wheaton feeds into the Montgomery County Public Schools system, which receives an A rating from Niche. The district educates around 160,500 students in kindergarten through high school and has a 14-to-1 student-teacher ratio.
The private all-boys Avalon School earns an A-minus and serves kindergarten through high school students. Its all-girl counterpart, the A-rated Brookewood School, is 2 miles west of Wheaton. The University of Maryland is 8 miles southeast.
Sligo Middle School in Wheaton maintains a positive, safe, and supportive environment.
Glen Haven Elementary School in Wheaton has dedicated staff and teachers.
Rockview Elementary prepares young learners for the future.
Forest Glen students may attend Wheaton High School in Montgomery County.
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Within walking distance of three Metro stations
“People don’t technically need a car to get into D.C. if they live here,” Beatty says. The area’s Wheaton, Glenmont and Forest Glen Metro stations all follow the Red Line, reaching downtown D.C. in about 30 minutes. Currently being built in Wheaton, the Purple Line is set to be completed by 2027, and it will add 21 stops between Bethesda and New Carrollton. Montgomery County bus stops also offer direct routes into the city, and downtown D.C. is a 10-mile drive south on Georgia Avenue and 16th Street NW. Depending on traffic, the drive can take 30 minutes to an hour. Interstate 495, locally called the Capital Beltway, is accessible about 2 miles south. Major employers, like the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and the National Institutes of Health, are less than 6 miles away in Bethesda. Holy Cross Hospital is also nearby. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is less than 20 miles south, while Dulles International Airport is about 30 miles west.
The Wheaton Metro Station is the quickest way into DC from Kemp Mill.
Downtown Wheaton and Silver Spring with all their amenities are minutes from Forest Glen.
The Wheaton Metro Station is located just 6 minutes away from Kemp Mill.
Hop on the metro from Wheaton Station, for accessibility through the DMV.
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Downtown Wheaton is a designated Arts & Entertainment District
Bustling with Latin restaurants, cozy pubs and pho spots, downtown Wheaton has been designated by the state of Maryland as an Arts & Entertainment District, one of three downtowns in Montgomery County to earn the title. The program offers tax incentives to support businesses and help fund community events. In September, dance groups, high school marching bands and floats celebrate the Wheaton Arts Parade, which ends with an artist market in downtown’s Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Local DJs and bands perform in the same plaza every Friday between July and August for the TGIF Summer Series. The Westfield Wheaton mall, also downtown, has 100 nationally known retailers. Downtown Silver Spring offers more bars and restaurants 4 miles to the south.
Forest Glen residents are minutes from Downtown Wheaton and its many amenities.
Explore vibrant nearby downtown Wheaton and all it's color and amenities.
The Connecticut Avenue Park area has many lively murals and street art.
Explore the exciting downtown area of Silver Spring.
On average, homes in Wheaton, MD sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Wheaton, MD over the last 12 months is $530,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$549,450
Median Sale Price
$530,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$560,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$510,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$285,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
135
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
$1
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$278
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes for Sale
22
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Top Schools in Wheaton, MD
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Best Public Elementary Schools
#1 Forest Knolls Elementary School
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#2 Garrett Park Elementary School
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#3 Oakland Terrace Elementary School
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#4 Rock Creek Valley Elementary School
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#5 Highland Elementary School
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#6 Wheaton Woods Elementary School
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#7 Flora M. Singer Elementary School
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#8 Arcola Elementary School
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#9 Twinbrook Elementary School
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Best Public Middle Schools
#1 Julius West Middle School
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#2 Tilden Middle School
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#3 Earle B. Wood Middle School
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#4 Silver Spring International Middle School
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#5 Sligo Middle School
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#6 Parkland Middle School
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#7 Newport Mill Middle School
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#8 White Oak Middle School
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#9 A. Mario Loiederman Middle School
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Best Public High Schools
#1 Walter Johnson High School
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#2 Richard Montgomery High School
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#3 Albert Einstein High School
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#4 Rockville High School
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#5 Northwood High School
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#6 Wheaton High School
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#7 Springbrook High School
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#8 John F. Kennedy High School
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#9 Thomas Edison High School Of Technology
Best Private Schools
#1 Avalon School
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#2 Evergreen Montessori School
#3 Kehillat Montessori - Kemp Mill Montessori School
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