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Marlton

Marlton

$477,068 Average Value

Marlton sits between county development and rural outskirts

Marlton is a wooded suburb in south Prince George's County, branching off Crain Highway. Though the community's original homes were built during the greater Washington D.C. region's suburban housing boom in the 1960s and ‘70s, several new townhouse subdivisions are also available. "It used to be rural, but the area has been developed over time," says Rannard Edwards, a 10-year Realtor with Own Real Estate. "In fact, beyond Marlton is still farmland." Residents can live on the southern edge of the county's suburban development, where a few miles south is the expansive Cedarville State Forest, and less than 20 miles west, the bustling National Harbor area offers nightlife, dining and retail.

Marlton's Primary Entrance is on the Blue Star Memorial Highway.
Marlton's Primary Entrance is on the Blue Star Memorial Highway.
Homebuyers looking in Marlton can expect to spend around $197 per square foot.
Homebuyers looking in Marlton can expect to spend around $197 per square foot.
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Postwar homes, modern townhomes and USDA loan opportunities

Prices in Marlton generally range from $300,000 to $850,000, varying by lot size, age and square footage. Buyers can find ramblers, bi-levels, and brick Colonial Revival homes built between the '70s and the early 2000s. Modern townhouses concentrated in the Marlton Town Center development were built from 2000 onwards. There are also unique opportunities for some buyers searching in the area. "Marlton qualifies for U.S. Department of Agriculture loans," Edwards says. "It's very helpful for first-time buyers to get these loans because they usually don't require a down payment." Buyers seeking to build or buy a single-family home in the neighborhood within a specific income bracket are eligible for the USDA's Rural Development loans, with no down payment and low interest rates, to encourage the growth of safe, sanitary housing for people in rural communities. Winding roads, consistent sidewalks and a shady tree canopy define the neighborhood's curb appeal. Finding on-street parking typically isn’t an issue, as many homes feature driveways or garages.

The average home in Marlton is roughly 3,739 square feet.
The average home in Marlton is roughly 3,739 square feet.
Colonial Revival is a popular architectural style for homes in Marlton.
Colonial Revival is a popular architectural style for homes in Marlton.
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Miles of trails at nearby parks and forests

Marlton Community Park is a 68-acre green space with numerous walking trails, tennis courts and a full baseball diamond for youth sporting events. The 19-acre Fairhaven Park also features walking trails, a large picnic area and a playground. Charles Branch Stream Valley Park is ideal for anglers looking to hook a fish, while 10 miles to the south is Cedarville State Forest, a 3,500-acre park with trails suited for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding.

Fairhaven Park features a playground and open green space.
Fairhaven Park features a playground and open green space.
Marlton Community Park features basketball and tennis courts.
Marlton Community Park features basketball and tennis courts.
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Heading to Marlton Plaza for groceries and National Harbor for retail and nightlife

Marlton Plaza Shopping Center is the neighborhood's main commercial hub, located along Crain Highway. The center features Birrieria La Poblana for Mexican street corn, horchata and juicy birria tacos with consommé soup. A few doors down is Sharks Fish & Chicken, with chicken wings and Louisiana-style po'boys. Marlton Plaza also hosts a Food Lion for groceries. Locals can venture west and reach National Harbor after a half-hour drive. This thriving waterfront district hosts a variety of restaurants, from fast-casual spots to taverns and upscale white-tablecloth establishments. There's also the Tanger National Harbor, a mall with 85 outlet stores to browse.

Marlton Plaza's Food Lion is the Only Grocery Store.
Marlton Plaza's Food Lion is the Only Grocery Store.
Catch a bite at Sharks Fish and Chicken in Marlton Plaza.
Catch a bite at Sharks Fish and Chicken in Marlton Plaza.
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Marlton Elementary offers interactive math resources

Students can enter the Prince George's County Public Schools district at Marlton Elementary, which holds a C rating on Niche. Marlton Elementary utilizes Aplusmath, a program with interactive games that students can take home to practice their skills. After that, students typically advance to the C-minus-rated Gwynn Park Middle School before finishing their studies at Frederick Douglass High School, graded a C-plus.

The student population of Marlton Elementary is 309 and the school serves PK-5.
The student population of Marlton Elementary is 309 and the school serves PK-5.
The AP® participation rate at Frederick Douglass High School is 21%.
The AP® participation rate at Frederick Douglass High School is 21%.
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Locals commute to D.C. or Joint Base Andrews in less than an hour

Commuters can reach Washington, D.C., after a roughly 20-mile drive west. Joint Base Andrews is a 10-mile drive away and employs more than 14,000 civilian and military personnel. Residents of Marlton are car-dependent due to the lack of public transit options nearby. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is 21 miles northwest and offers domestic and international flights.

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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

Marlton Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
9,211
Median Age
44
Population under 18
22.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$120,284
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$137,980

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
40.6%
Advanced Degrees
16%
% Population in Labor Force
80.8%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

2 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

13 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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