The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 20853 sells for about $600,000, or $333 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 18 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,450 a month.
ZIP 20853 — Rockville
The housing market in 20853 remains robust, characterized by steady price appreciation and low inventory levels. High demand from professional families and proximity to major employment hubs continue to drive competitive bidding for well-maintained properties.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking a stable suburban environment with excellent school access and a manageable commute to major regional employment centers.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 18 days on market with 2.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 99.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.8% · poverty 4.1% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 20853, Montgomery County MD
Crime rates in the area remain lower than the national average, with property crime being the primary concern. Local law enforcement reports stable trends consistent with broader Montgomery County patterns.
The area is served by highly-rated public schools within the Montgomery County Public Schools system, consistently recognized for academic excellence and diverse extracurricular programs.
The region faces moderate risks from severe thunderstorms and occasional flooding in low-lying areas near local creeks. Property insurance remains stable but reflects regional climate-related premium adjustments.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the I-270 technology corridor and major federal research institutions. Development is largely infill-focused, maintaining the established suburban character of the community.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Maryland) — Maryland Real Property Assessment and Taxation: Property is assessed at its phased-in use value. The tax is calculated by multiplying the assessed value by the applicable state and local tax rates.
Residents benefit from proximity to the Red Line Metro stations and major arterial roads like Georgia Avenue, providing direct access to downtown Rockville and Washington, D.C.
The area features extensive access to local parks, including Rock Creek Regional Park, which offers miles of trails, picnic areas, and recreational facilities for residents.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and low vacancy rates, driven by the area's strong employment base and proximity to transit hubs.
The economy is anchored by the biotechnology, life sciences, and federal government sectors, with significant employment hubs located along the I-270 corridor.
The area is well-served by the Washington Metro Red Line and an extensive network of bus routes, facilitating regional connectivity.
Development is focused on transit-oriented projects near Metro stations and the revitalization of older commercial centers.
The Montgomery County Department of Finance manages property assessments, which are conducted on a triennial cycle.
Parcels are subject to Montgomery County Public Schools district taxes and various municipal service fees.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and the age of housing stock, with standard coverage widely available.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau ZCTA profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- F1 Arcade Washington, D.C.4.614.3 mi
- Lake Fairfax Park4.615.4 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.112.3 mi
- K1 Speed Jessup4.516.6 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.15.1 mi
- Nationals Park4.616.6 mi
- Capital One Arena4.514.7 mi
- Walter E. Washington Convention Center4.514.2 mi
- Northwest Stadium418.4 mi
- International Spy Museum4.415.6 mi
- Smithsonian National Zoological Park4.612.2 mi
- Great Falls Park4.811.3 mi
- Washington National Cathedral4.812 mi
- Westfield Montgomery4.46 mi
- Westfield Wheaton4.25.1 mi
- Lincoln Memorial4.815 mi
- Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History4.815.1 mi
- Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum4.615.4 mi
- United States Capitol4.715.4 mi
- National Mall4.815.2 mi
- Great Falls Park4.811.3 mi
- Brookside Gardens4.84.3 mi
- Clemyjontri Park4.811.4 mi
- Rock Creek Park4.89.8 mi
- Glen Echo Park4.69.7 mi
- Topgolf Germantown4.310.4 mi
- Congressional Country Club4.78.5 mi
- Northwest Golf Course4.33.7 mi
- Needwood Golf Course4.32.5 mi
- Blue Mash Golf Course4.36 mi
- Westfield Montgomery4.46 mi
- Mall at Prince George's4.211.9 mi
- Westfield Wheaton4.25.1 mi
- Butler's Orchard4.610.6 mi
- Rio Gaithersburg4.85.7 mi
- Dulles International Airport4.122 mi
- Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport4.217.7 mi
- Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport4.323.5 mi
- Capital One Lounge at IAD4.321.5 mi
- The Club BWI3.923.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Extensive trail network and natural areas serving the community.
Major regional hub for dining, retail, and community events.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.