Moving to Rockville, MD

About Rockville

Rockville is a city in and the county seat of Montgomery County, Maryland, United States, and is part of the Washington metropolitan area. The 2020 census tabulated Rockville's population at 67,117, making it the fourth most populous incorporated city in Maryland. Rockville, along with neighboring Gaithersburg and Bethesda, is at the core of the Interstate 270 Technology Corridor which is home to numerous software and biotechnology companies as well as several federal government institutions.

Home prices in Rockville

The median list in Rockville is $599,900.

Top places in Rockville

• Rockville Town Square — downtown dining, library, and events.
• Rockville Civic Center / Glenview Mansion — historic estate and arts venue.
• Croydon Creek Nature Center — in-town nature preserve.
• Lake Needwood / Rock Creek Regional Park — boating and trails minutes north.

Commuting from Rockville

• Metro Red Line at Rockville and Twinbrook (~35–45 minutes to Metro Center); MARC Brunswick Line and Amtrak Capitol Limited at Rockville station.
• I-270, Route 355, and the ICC (200) serve the city.
• Approximate drive to downtown DC: 30–40 minutes (approximate).

Schools in Rockville

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.

Rockville FAQs

• What is the housing market like in Rockville, MD?
  The median list in Rockville is $599,900. Median listing price · Sep 2026
• How is the commute from Rockville, MD?
  Metro Red Line at Rockville and Twinbrook (~35–45 minutes to Metro Center); MARC Brunswick Line and Amtrak Capitol Limited at Rockville station.
• Which school district serves Rockville, MD?
  Rockville 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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