City Guide
Germantown, MD
Overview
Germantown, MD, is recognized for its beautiful national parks and notable Civil War history. The city was named after the German settlers who opened shops along the main road during the 1800s. Germantown is home to 90,582 residents, so living in Germantown will provide residents with a welcoming and small-town feel. Something else to note about the city is that it's home to various outdoor venues to visit, including peach orchards and farmers' markets.
What’s it like to live in Germantown, MD ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Germantown, MD you'll find that the median sale price is
$367,818
and homes stay on the market for 34 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Germantown are $785,000
and $275,000
, respectively. Germantown area townhouses have a median sale price of $407,500
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Germantown, MDExplore our Germantown housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Germantown home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Germantown rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Germantown rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Germantown, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Germantown
| Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wexford | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Fox Chapel | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Whetstone | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Town Center Germantown | $255,500 | 78 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Old Germantown | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
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Germantown Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jan '25 - Mar '25, 20% of Germantown homebuyers searched to move out of Germantown, while 80% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Germantown from outside metros.
- New York homebuyers searched to move into Germantown more than any other metro followed by Los Angeles and Hartford.
Where are people moving to Germantown from?
- 80% of Germantown homebuyers searched to stay within the Germantown metropolitan area.
Where are people from Germantown moving to?
Number of People Moving to Germantown
least
most
People are moving to Germantown from
| Inbound | Net inflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Jan '25 - Mar '25 | ||
| 1 | 1,936 | ||
| 2 | 1,897 | ||
| 3 | 760 | ||
| 4 | 344 | ||
| 5 | 8 | ||
| 6 | 8 | ||
| 7 | 6 | ||
| 8 | 5 | ||
| 9 | 5 | ||
| 10 | 4 | ||
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Germantown, MD ?
There are a lot of places to visit in Germantown, MD that will be a hit for anyone moving to the area. Germantown has many popular museums including the Button Farm Living History Center, Germantown Historical Society, and Seneca School House Museum, all of which are frequented by tourists and locals alike. Black Rock Center for the Arts is just one of the handful of performing arts venues that contribute to the city's unique arts and culture scene. There are plenty of green spaces to be found throughout Germantown. For example, you can enjoy a picnic or walk through many parks, like Adventure Playground, Waters Landing Local Park, or Ridge Road Recreational Park. Restaurants and highly-rated eateries abound in the city, so you don't want to skip over these local restaurants. For a quick taste of the town, stop by Yuraku Japanese Restaurant, Mi Rancho Restaurant, or Happy Uncle Restaurant.
Explore some of the best things to do in Germantown
What's the best way to get around Germantown, MD ?
The best way to get around Germantown is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Germantown has a walk score of 36, meaning this area is car dependent. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. Germantown has a transit score of 37, with a few nearby public transportation options. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 20874. You can also get around Germantown by bike. With a bike score of 45, there is a minimal amount of infrastructure for biking.
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
Some Transit
Transit Score®
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
Germantown Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Germantown has 1 heavy rail station; Germantown MARC Station. This means you might be able to use heavy rail to commute or travel, depending on where you live and where you want to go.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 4 car rental locations.
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