Frederick, MD

A comprehensive guide to buying a home in Frederick: neighborhoods, market trends, schools, and lifestyle.

$420K
Median Price
20 days
Avg Days on Market
$200K–$1M
Price Range

Overview

Frederick is a historic city with a thriving arts scene, walkable downtown, and growing tech presence. Located along I-270, it offers a small-city lifestyle with commuter access to D.C. and Baltimore.

Neighborhoods

Downtown Frederick

$200K–$1MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Frederick.

Ballenger Creek

$200K–$1MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Frederick.

Urbana

$200K–$1MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Frederick.

Spring Ridge

$200K–$1MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Frederick.

Tuscarora

$200K–$1MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Frederick.

Whittier

$200K–$1MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Frederick.

Market Trends

Frederick has a median home price of approximately $420,000, providing excellent value for a city with I-270 commuter access to D.C. Homes average 20 days on market. The walkable downtown, Fort Detrick military installation, and a growing biotech corridor support steady demand. New communities like Ballenger Creek and Urbana attract families from pricier Montgomery County.

Living in Frederick

Schools

Strong
SOL Pass Rate79%

Top Schools

  • Urbana High School
  • Oakdale High School
  • Gov. Thomas Johnson High School

Commute

Drive to DC60 min
RailMARC (Brunswick Line)

Major Routes

I-70, I-270, Rt 15, Rt 340

Schools

Frederick is served by Fairfax County Public Schools, one of the top-rated school systems in Virginia.

Commute & Transportation

Frederick offers commuter access to Washington, D.C. via major highways and public transit options.

Lifestyle & Community

Frederick is a historic city with a thriving arts scene, walkable downtown, and growing tech presence. Located along I-270, it offers a small-city lifestyle with commuter access to D.C. and Baltimore.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Frederick a good place to buy a home?

Frederick is a historic city with a thriving arts scene, walkable downtown, and growing tech presence. Located along I-270, it offers a small-city lifestyle with commuter access to D.C. and Baltimore.

What are home prices like in Frederick?

The median home price in Frederick is approximately $420K, with a range of $200K–$1M.

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