Western Maryland

Hagerstown, Maryland

City

Crossroads city at I-70 and I-81

Hagerstown is an incorporated city and the seat of Washington County, at the junction of I-70 and I-81, with a historic City Park, the Maryland Theatre and a large distribution and manufacturing base.

History & Local Character

Founded in 1762 and incorporated in 1813, Hagerstown grew as a railroad and manufacturing center in the Great Valley.

Housing & Real Estate

Historic homes near City Park, early-20th-century rowhouses and newer subdivisions.

Restaurants & Shopping

Public Square and the Dual Highway hold restaurants, breweries and longstanding local favorites.

Schools & Education

Washington County Public Schools serves the city, with South Hagerstown and North Hagerstown high schools, plus Hagerstown Community College.

Parks & Recreation

City Park, the C&O Canal and the Antietam battlefield are within easy reach.

Transportation & Accessibility

I-70 and I-81 cross near Hagerstown, with US 40 and US 11 serving the city and a regional airport.

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Nearby Attractions

  • Hagerstown City Park
  • Maryland Theatre
  • Antietam National Battlefield
  • C&O Canal

Advantages & Considerations

Advantages

  • Major highway crossroads
  • Affordable housing
  • Regional retail and health care

Considerations

  • Older industrial areas
  • Downtown revitalization still underway

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hagerstown the Washington County seat?

Yes. Hagerstown is an incorporated city and the seat of Washington County.

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