Washington DC Suburbs — Maryland
Rockville, Maryland
City
County seat with a rebuilt town center
Rockville is an incorporated city and the seat of Montgomery County, with a walkable Rockville Town Square, a large biotech and life-sciences cluster, and Metro service on the Red Line.
History & Local Character
Founded as Hungerford's Tavern in the 18th century, Rockville became the county seat in 1776 and was incorporated as a city in 1860.
Housing & Real Estate
Downtown condos and townhouses, 1950s subdivisions and large single-family neighborhoods west of the Pike.
Restaurants & Shopping
Rockville Town Square and Rockville Pike hold a wide range of restaurants, from Asian kitchens to steakhouses.
Schools & Education
Montgomery County Public Schools serves the city, with Richard Montgomery and Rockville high schools.
Parks & Recreation
Rockville Civic Center Park, Dogwood Park and the Carl Henn Millennium Trail serve the city.
Transportation & Accessibility
Metro Red Line at Rockville and Twinbrook, MARC's Brunswick Line, I-270 and MD 355.
Local Businesses
Biotech companiesRestaurantsProfessional servicesIndependent shops
Nearby Attractions
- Rockville Town Square
- Civic Center Park
- Glenstone
- Lake Needwood
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- County seat services
- Metro and MARC
- Strong life-sciences employment
Considerations
- Rockville Pike congestion
- High housing costs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rockville the county seat?
Yes. Rockville is the seat of Montgomery County and an incorporated city served by the Metro Red Line.