Washington, DC metro relocation guide
Moving to Gaithersburg, MD
About Gaithersburg
Gaithersburg ( GAY-thərz-burg) is a city in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States. At the time of the 2020 United States census, Gaithersburg had a population of 69,657, making it the third-largest incorporated city and the ninth-most populous community in the state. Gaithersburg is located to the northwest of Washington, D.C., and is considered a suburb and a primary city within the Washington metropolitan area.
Home prices in Gaithersburg
The median list in Gaithersburg is $540,000.
Top places in Gaithersburg
- Old Town Gaithersburg — historic B&O railroad downtown with the Community Museum.
- Kentlands / Crown — landmark New Urbanist town centers.
- Rio Washingtonian Center — lakefront dining and entertainment complex.
- Seneca Creek State Park — 6,300-acre park at the city's edge.
Commuting from Gaithersburg
- MARC Brunswick Line at Gaithersburg, Metropolitan Grove, and nearby Washington Grove (~60–70 minutes to Union Station); nearest Metro: Shady Grove (Red Line terminus, ~10 minutes).
- I-270, Route 355, and the ICC (200) serve the city.
- Approximate drive to downtown DC: 35–50 minutes (approximate).
Schools in Gaithersburg
Public schools: Montgomery County Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Gaithersburg FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Gaithersburg, MD?
The median list in Gaithersburg is $540,000. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Gaithersburg, MD?
MARC Brunswick Line at Gaithersburg, Metropolitan Grove, and nearby Washington Grove (~60–70 minutes to Union Station); nearest Metro: Shady Grove (Red Line terminus, ~10 minutes). - Which school district serves Gaithersburg, MD?
Gaithersburg is served by Montgomery County Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.