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Moving to Olney, MD
$650,000Median list
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About Olney
Olney is a census-designated place and an unincorporated area in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States. It is located in the north central part of the county, thirteen miles (21 km) north of Washington, D.C. Olney was largely agricultural until the 1960s, when growth of Washington, D.C.'s suburbs led to its conversion into a mostly residential area.
Home prices in Olney
The median list in Olney is $650,000.
Top places in Olney
- Olney Village Center — town-center shopping and dining.
- Olney Theatre Center — professional regional theater.
- Olney Manor Recreational Park — 144-acre county park.
Commuting from Olney
- No in-CDP station. Nearest Metro: Glenmont (Red Line, ~15 minutes) or Shady Grove (~20 minutes).
- Route 108 and Georgia Avenue serve the area.
- Approximate drive to downtown DC: 35–45 minutes (approximate).
Schools in Olney
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.
Olney FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Olney, MD?
The median list in Olney is $650,000. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Olney, MD?
No in-CDP station. Nearest Metro: Glenmont (Red Line, ~15 minutes) or Shady Grove (~20 minutes). - Which school district serves Olney, MD?
Olney 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
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.