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Westmoreland

Westmoreland

Suburban Neighborhood in Bethesda, Maryland

Montgomery County 20816

$1,930,974 Average Value
$498 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

A suburban neighborhood at Maryland’s edge

One of five neighborhoods radiating out from Westmoreland Circle, which lies directly on the boundary of Maryland and Washington, D.C., Westmoreland itself lies in a triangular area of Maryland with D.C. to its southwest and the Virginia border just across the Potomac River to the west. Its central location to the nation’s capital and classic Colonial architecture have made it a draw for residents. “People are drawn to Westmoreland because it’s the first neighborhood over the state line,” says Dana Rice, an executive vice president with Compass Realty and the founder of the Dana Rice Group. “If they’re oriented towards Washington, D.C. and the downtown, and they’re concerned about getting to the commuter routes, getting to northern Virginia from that area is very convenient. It’s the first suburban neighborhood over the border.”

Colonial homes throughout Westmoreland

Stately homes line thoroughfares like Albemarle Street and Elliott Road within Westmoreland, standing above spacious yards replete with flora and fauna. “There’s suburban family homes, brick center-hall colonials and Cape Cods,” Rice says. “A lot of houses are set up on hills, and usually sell for between $1.2 million to over $5 million. There aren’t many new homes going up because the value of the property remains.” Colonials constructed from brick or with classic white siding can be found in Westmoreland, many built in the 1930s and 1950s. Tree-lined streets provide shade for walks or bike rides, while colorful foliage and cherry blossoms make for a vibrant landscape.

Highly-rated schools around Bethesda

Despite no schools falling within Westmoreland’s boundaries, there are a number of educational institutions nearby. At Westbrook Elementary School, enrollment goes up through fifth grade and the school scores an A grade on Niche while employing the service’s second-highest-ranked teaching staff in the state. Westland Middle School also receives an A, listed as the 15th-best such educational institution in Maryland, while Bethesda Chevy Chase High School completes the schooling arc for Westmoreland. At the school, given an A-plus by Niche, grades nine through 12 have a teaching staff ranked in the top five in the state. The high school also ranks highly in college preparation, and the home of the Barons offers sports like field hockey, handball and gymnastics at different times during the school year.

Parks central to the neighborhood

“The neighborhood is centered around Westmoreland Park,” Rice says. “The park serves as the center of the community, so people gather there for recreation, it has an active garden club and the Westmoreland Citizens Association holds Fourth of July, Halloween and other events there.” The park also offers tennis and basketball courts, a baseball field, a playground and access to two trails. The Little Falls Stream Hiking Trail permits walking and biking, while the Capital Crescent Trail runs from Georgetown to downtown Bethesda. Overall, green spaces make up more than half of Westmoreland’s borders, including part of the Dalecarlia Reservoir Grounds. The reservoir itself takes up most of Westmoreland’s southern region, crossing over into the nation’s capital as well.

Head into Washington, D.C. for shopping and dining

Residents of Westmoreland have to venture across the state line for shopping and restaurants. The Sumner Place shopping center is geographically close, but is only accessible by going all the way around the park; a trip down MacArthur Boulevard will bring motorists closer to restaurants. A few others are located around Westmoreland, including Millie’s Spring Valley just down Massachusetts Avenue. Offering its patrons Baja food with inspiration from across the country, it offers indoor and outdoor dining along with takeout and delivery. “What you don’t see yet is that Bethesday’s Westbard Square is going through a huge overhaul,” Rice says. “The shopping district hasn’t been updated since the 1950s, but it’s close by and it’s being overhauled.”

Nearby hospitals, shopping centers and thoroughfares

Just across the state line, in the Palisades, Sibley Memorial Hospital operates under Johns Hopkins Medicine’s supervision. A non-profit, Sibley’s primary services include orthopedics, surgery and oncology. The nearby Tenleytown, with other outlets for shopping and dining, can be reached via the line 34 bus. No highways are close to Westmoreland, but Massachusetts Avenue makes up the northern boundary and links the neighborhood further into Maryland and across the state line into the nation’s capital.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl

20 min drive

Bus

Massachusetts Ave & Newport Ave

Bus

Massachusetts Ave & Duvall Dr

Bus

Macarthur Blvd & Windward Pl

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Westmoreland US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 1 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$1,712,500
Median Single Family Price
$1,765,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$498
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Months of Supply
2.00
Median List Price
$1,765,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
502
Median Year Built
1956
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
6,763
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,672

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 27
    1 - 4pm

    5309 Falmouth Rd, Bethesda, MD 20816

    $1,695,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 3,100 Sq Ft
    • 5309 Falmouth Rd
    • New 1 day ago

    Set in the heart of Westmoreland Hills, this refined residence offers five spacious bedrooms and three and a half newly renovated bathrooms in a thoughtfully designed space. The professionally landscaped lot offers privacy, beauty, and functionality -- ideal for both everyday living and effortless entertaining.Step into the foyer to shake off the cold and rest yourself next to the cozy fireplace

    Karen Kelly Compass

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    2 - 4pm

    5206 Falmouth Ct, Bethesda, MD 20816

    $1,685,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,597 Sq Ft
    • 5206 Falmouth Ct
    • New 1 day ago

    Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in coveted Westmoreland Hills, 5206 Falmouth Court is a gorgeously remodeled Cape Cod offering five bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and over 2,400 square feet of finished living space. With a beautiful slate roof, this thoughtfully expanded and renovated home offers a blend of timeless charm with modern functionality.The main level features a sun-filled living room with a

    Avi Galanti Compass

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    12 - 2pm

    4425 Chalfont Place, Bethesda, MD 20816

    $1,595,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 4,025 Sq Ft
    • 4425 Chalfont Place
    • New 1 day ago

    New to the Market with Open Houses Sat/Sun 12- 2PM! Over 4,000 square feet of finished living space in the coveted Overlook section of Westmoreland Hills sits this charming 4 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom Colonial with garage parking that has beautiful wooded views across into the Little Falls Stream Valley Park. Off the gracious entrance foyer you will find a sun-drenched and renovated Gourmet eat-in

    Marion Smith-Buglione Washington Fine Properties, LLC

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
1,374
Median Age
49
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.2%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$265,659
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$270,951

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
99.9%
College Graduates
98.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
65.9%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
13''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

34 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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