Washington DC Suburbs — Maryland
Germantown, Maryland
Community
Planned growth corridor along I-270
Germantown is an unincorporated community in northern Montgomery County, developed under the county's growth policy with town centers, office parks and large subdivisions along I-270.
Housing & Real Estate
Townhouses, apartments and single-family subdivisions built from the 1980s onward.
Restaurants & Shopping
Town centers at Milestone, Century Center and the Germantown Town Center hold restaurants and cafes.
Schools & Education
Montgomery County Public Schools serves the community, with Northwest and Seneca Valley high schools.
Parks & Recreation
Seneca Creek State Park, Black Hill Regional Park and the Germantown Athletic Park serve residents.
Transportation & Accessibility
I-270 and MD 118, with MARC's Brunswick Line at Germantown and Metropolitan Grove and a bus rapid transit corridor.
Local Businesses
RestaurantsFitness centersProfessional officesRetail
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Nearby Attractions
- Seneca Creek State Park
- Black Hill Regional Park
- Butler's Orchard
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Newer housing stock
- MARC access
- Lots of parks
Considerations
- Commute traffic on I-270
- Limited historic character
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Germantown a city?
No. Germantown is an unincorporated community and census-designated place in Montgomery County.