Why Live in Green Valley
Green Valley in Monrovia, Maryland, is a picturesque suburb south of Frederick, known for its scenic rolling hills, meadows, and wooded areas. The neighborhood features a mix of ranch-style homes, split-levels, and Colonial revivals from the 1970s and 80s, along with newer neo-colonial single-family homes and townhomes from the 90s onwards. Homes typically sit on lots ranging from less than an acre to over an acre. Green Valley is notable for its high-achieving schools, with Frederick County Public Schools receiving high ratings. Students attend Centreville, Green Valley, or Kemptown Elementary Schools, followed by Urbana or Windsor Knolls Middle Schools, and finally Linganore or Urbana High Schools, all of which are highly rated. The community is active in sports and recreation, with the Linganore Oakdale Urbana Youth Athletic Association being a significant draw. Residents enjoy amenities such as community basketball hoops, swimming pools, and Kemptown Park's amphitheater, horseshoe pits, baseball diamonds, and tennis courts. Rattlewood Golf Course offers a public par 72 course with lessons and youth camps. While retail options are limited, a small shopping area includes Spice Basket, an Indian grocery store, and Buzz Bakery. For dining, the nearby Mount Airy Inn provides a variety of meal options and craft beers. Green Valley's location near Interstate 70 offers convenient access to Montgomery County, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia, with essential services about 6 miles away in Mt Airy. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, making it a practical choice for families.
