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Moving to Germantown, MD
$418,250Median list
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About Germantown
Germantown is an urbanized census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States. With a population of 91,249 as of the 2020 census, it is the third-most populous community in Maryland, after Baltimore and Columbia. Germantown is located approximately 28 miles (45 km) outside the U.S.
Home prices in Germantown
The median list in Germantown is $418,250.
Top places in Germantown
- Germantown Town Center — BlackRock Center for the Arts and town green.
- Maryland SoccerPlex & Discovery Sports Center — major sports complex.
- Black Hill Regional Park — 2,000-acre park with lake on Little Seneca Creek.
Commuting from Germantown
- MARC Brunswick Line at Germantown station (~60–70 minutes to Union Station); nearest Metro: Shady Grove (Red Line, ~10 minutes).
- I-270 and Route 118 serve the area.
- Approximate drive to downtown DC: 40–55 minutes (approximate).
Schools in Germantown
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.
Germantown FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Germantown, MD?
The median list in Germantown is $418,250. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Germantown, MD?
MARC Brunswick Line at Germantown station (~60–70 minutes to Union Station); nearest Metro: Shady Grove (Red Line, ~10 minutes). - Which school district serves Germantown, MD?
Germantown 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.
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Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.