Frederick and North-Central Maryland
Urbana, Maryland
Community
Planned community in southern Frederick County
Urbana is an unincorporated planned community in southern Frederick County along I-270, with village centers, new schools and a large commercial district at the Urbana Pike interchange.
History & Local Character
Planned from the 1990s as a mixed-use community on former farmland along I-270.
Housing & Real Estate
New townhouses and single-family homes in planned villages.
Restaurants & Shopping
The Urbana Village Center and the Urbana Pike corridor hold restaurants, cafes and groceries.
Schools & Education
Frederick County Public Schools serves the community, with Urbana High School.
Parks & Recreation
Urbana Community Park and the nearby Monocacy battlefield and Sugarloaf Mountain provide recreation.
Transportation & Accessibility
I-270, MD 80 and MD 355 serve Urbana, with MARC's Brunswick Line nearby.
Local Businesses
RestaurantsRetail storesProfessional services
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Nearby Attractions
- Urbana Community Park
- Sugarloaf Mountain
- Monocacy National Battlefield
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- New housing and schools
- I-270 access
- Community amenities
Considerations
- Car-dependent
- Heavy commuter traffic
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Urbana a town?
No. Urbana is an unincorporated planned community and census-designated place in Frederick County.