College town close to Washington D.C. and Baltimore
College Park is a Prince George's County city that fully embraces its college town persona. The city is home to the University of Maryland, a highly rated public university with an enrollment of over 40,000 students. Established in 1856, the university’s creation predates the development of nearby neighborhoods, making it a major part of the city’s identity. The University of Maryland is College Park’s largest employer. Other major employers include the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration, the Food and Drug Administration and The National Archives. Locals can also commute less than 10 miles south to Washington D.C. and 30 miles north to get to Baltimore.
The University of Maryland Idea factory is one of the newest buildings on campus
The Maryland University department of Engineering building
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Homes from the early- to late-1900s
Homebuyers can find Cape Cods from the early- to mid-1900s, as well as ranch-style homes and colonials from the late-1900s. Some houses have driveways and garages, while others rely on street parking. Single-family homes sell for a median price of around $490,000, which is above the state and national medians. There are also townhouses and condos available that go for a median price of about $465,000.
Cape Cod style homes in Old Town College Park are ideal for first-time homebuyers.
Quaint brick homes are plentiful throughout the North College Park neighborhoods.
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Hiking trails, sports stadiums, aviation museum
Despite being a busy urban center, College Park has several public green spaces. Paint Branch Stream Valley Park, situated on roughly 1,200 acres, offers trails that wind through wetlands. Nearby, Lake Artemesia Natural Area offers a 38-acre lake, an accessible fishing pier and trails suitable for hiking and biking. Prince George’s Audubon Society also hosts bi-weekly bird walks at Lake Artemesia. Acredale Community Park in North College Park offers a playground, multi-use sports fields and a dog park.
SECU Stadium is a 54,000-seat stadium that hosts UMD football and lacrosse games, and Xfinity Center is home to the college’s basketball teams. And less than 10 miles south, Northwest Stadium hosts Washington Commanders NFL games. Equally as important to College Park’s identity is its place in aviation history, as College Park Airport is the world’s oldest continually operating airport. The military demonstration site, established in 1909 for the Wright Brothers, supported the first mile-high flight by a powered airplane and the first ever flight with a female passenger. Today, the on-site College Park Aviation Museum preserves and promotes the city’s contributions to air travel.
Lake Artemisia has nature trails and is great for birdwatching.
College Park Woods residents can easily catch a University of Maryland Football Game.
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Shopping and dining along Baltimore Avenue
Most shopping and dining can be found along Baltimore Avenue, including Lidl, Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods Market. Close to UMD’s campus, there's a mix of chain restaurants and local eateries. The city is also close to Beltwood Plaza Mall, which has over 100 stores, and the Mall at Prince George’s with an additional 60 shops and restaurants.
The College Park Diner on Baltimore Ave is a popular spot for breakfast in North College Park.
Paisano's Restaurant is a local favorite for Old Town College Park residents and visitors alike.
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Prince George County school district, University of Maryland
Students are served by Prince George's County Public Schools, which receive a C-plus from Niche. Around 130,000 students attend 148 elementary schools, 48 middle schools and 29 high schools. The University of Maryland, which earns an A, offers over 200 programs and has a 1,350-acre campus.
Students of Hollywood Elementary School learn to think creatively and critically.
College students can still make a wish at the fountain on the University of Maryland campus.
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Weekly 5Ks, College Park Day
The annual Deck the City holiday decorating contest allows homeowners to participate in festive competition. College Park parkrun, a free, weekly 5K event, brings runners, walkers, and volunteers together on local trails. The city’s most popular event, College Park Day, typically occurs during the fall and brings residents together for live music, family activities and food vendors.
College Park Day is a great event in North College Park.
For exercise College Park Woods residents can head over to Lake Artemisia for a jog.
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College Park flood risks
College Park is located in a floodplain 69 feet above sea level, which makes the area prone to flooding. According to flood maps, areas near the Paint Branch tributary and Lake Artemesia are most likely to flood. The city currently has a project in Calvert Hills that will upgrade storm drainpipes and increase the channel capacity. This project is estimated to be completed in 2026.
Commuting via train, I-495
The Greenbelt and College Park train stations offer MARC service from Washington to Baltimore. Greenbelt Station also connects to the Washington Metro Green Line. Nearby, commuters have access to Interstate 495 and U.S. Route 1. UM Laurel Medical Center is less than 10 miles north, and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport is 20 miles north.
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