Market Overview
Gaithersburg's median sold price is $515K with homes averaging 34 days on market; Germantown is at $430K and 33 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Gaithersburg is pricier ($515K median vs $430K), a difference of about $85K. Germantown moves faster, with homes averaging 33 days on market compared to 34 in Gaithersburg. Germantown offers a lower entry point at $175K–$850K.
Gaithersburg
MD
Germantown
MD
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$515K
$430K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
34 days
33 days
Price Range
$175K–$1.2M
$175K–$850K
Notable Neighborhoods
Kentlands, Lakelands, Quince Orchard, Washington Square
Churchill Village, Clopper's Mill, Gunners Lake, Kings Valley
Schools
Gaithersburg has a 76% average SOL pass rate; Germantown has 78% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Gaithersburg include Quince Orchard High School and Gaithersburg High School; in Germantown, Northwest High School and Seneca Valley High School. See Gaithersburg schools | See Germantown schools
Gaithersburg
MD
Germantown
MD
Avg Pass Rate
76%
78%
Public schools
Quince Orchard High School, Gaithersburg High School, Ridgeview Middle School
Northwest High School, Seneca Valley High School, Roberto Clemente Middle School
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Gaithersburg is closer to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Gaithersburg has 1 Metro station, including Shady Grove on the Red line. Major highway access: Gaithersburg (I-270, I-370, Rt 355), Germantown (I-270, Rt 118, Rt 355).
Gaithersburg
MD
Germantown
MD
Drive to Downtown
~35 min
~40 min
Metro Stations
1 Metro station (nearest: Shady Grove)
No Metro access
Metro Lines
Red
N/A
Major Highways
I-270, I-370, Rt 355, Rt 28
I-270, Rt 118, Rt 355
Commuter Rail
MARC (Brunswick Line)
MARC (Brunswick Line)
Walkability
Gaithersburg is more walkable with a Walk Score of 42 (Car-Dependent), compared to 28 in Germantown. Transit scores: Gaithersburg (32) vs Germantown (22). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Kentlands and Churchill Village score much higher than suburban areas.
Gaithersburg
MD
Germantown
MD
Walk Score
Transit Score
32
22
Bike Score
45
32
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Gaithersburg and Germantown. These historical figures do not describe a specific address or predict an individual's experience. Review the source period and local agency information for current context.
Gaithersburg
MD
Germantown
MD
Reported Violent Crime
1.3/1K
1/1K
Reported Property Crime
15.1/1K
12.5/1K
MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gaithersburg or Germantown more affordable?
Germantown is more affordable with a median sold price of $430K, compared to $515K in Gaithersburg (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Gaithersburg prices range from $175K–$1.2M. Germantown prices range from $175K–$850K.
What are the public-school pass rates in Gaithersburg and Germantown?
Gaithersburg public schools have a 76% average SOL pass rate; Germantown has 78% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Gaithersburg include Quince Orchard High School and Gaithersburg High School; in Germantown, Northwest High School and Seneca Valley High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Gaithersburg or Germantown?
Gaithersburg has the shorter commute to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Gaithersburg has Metro access (Shady Grove). Germantown has no direct Metro access.
How do Gaithersburg and Germantown compare?
Gaithersburg is a diverse city along the I-270 corridor in Montgomery County. Germantown is one of Maryland's largest census-designated places, with a range of home prices, retail, parks, and access to the I-270 corridor. The right choice depends on your priorities: budget, commute length, home types, and neighborhood feel. smover lets you compare agent profiles and available transaction records in either city.
Median sold prices and days on market are 12-month aggregates of settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026. School data from Virginia DOE, Maryland MSDE, and DC OSSE public reports. Property tax rates from Virginia Dept. of Taxation (2024). Walkability scores from Walk Score (2024). Crime data from FBI UCR and Virginia State Police (2023). Commute times are approximate rush-hour estimates. Updated September 2026.