Donna Harrington
Coldwell Banker Realty
(302) 248-3816
405 Total Sales
1 in Forestville
$280,000 Price
About Forestville, MD
Forestville is one of those Washington, D.C. suburbs that’s been directly affected by the reshaping of that city’s residential market. As people in the city have shuffled where they live, some have left the confines of urban living altogether and opted for the suburban lifestyle a place like Forestville offers. “A lot of people who are leaving D.C. for an affordable suburban life might choose Forestville,” says Tiffany Stone, a Realtor with RE/Max. “It’s very close to Washington. I would say most of the people who are choosing to leave Washington and move to the suburbs want to be in a place that’s convenient. Forestville literally feels like an extension of DC.”
Not far from Upper Marlboro and District Heights, Forestville is a mix of garden apartments and single-family homes. “It has small Cape Cods and ranch-style houses and ramblers. There are a lot of town house communities there too,” Stone says. The homes sit on smaller, neat, well-maintained lots with moderate space between them. 65% of people who reside in Forestville own their homes, while 35% rent.
The median home value in Forestville is around $275,000, with houses generally ranging from the low $200,000s to mid-$300,000s. “Most starter homes, smaller homes and town homes are in the $300,000s,” Stone says.
Forestville students attend school in the Prince George’s County School District, one of the nation’s largest school districts, which Niche rates C. Students enroll in North Forestville Elementary School, Drew Freeman Middle School and Suitland High School. As well, Forestville is home to Bishop McNamara High School, a nationally regarded private Catholic School known for its top-shelf curriculum, championship athletic program and stellar alumni list, which includes industry-leading professionals, creators, professional athletes and even an astronaut.
While Forestville doesn’t have any parks of its own, its residents frequent a couple that aren’t so far away. Watkins Regional Park has an abundance of recreational amenities, including a miniature train, two playgrounds, playing fields and a walking trail. Walker Mill Regional Park is south of there and a tad closer to Forestville and has barbecue grills, playing fields and courts, picnic tables and a skateboarding area. If those sound like your sort of activities, the Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex might tickle your fancy even better. “You can do everything there. There are exercise facilities, football fields, picnic tables, an indoor track and swimming,” Stone says. “It’s in Landover but very close to Forestville.”
You’ll work up an appetite for sure. And when you do, you’ll want to make your way over to Ledo’s Pizza, which is well known and has been around a long time. Or there’s always Heavens Bakery if your sweet tooth is leading the way. The Bakery is located at Penn Mar Shopping Center, which has the full complement of retail and grocery outlets you’ve come to know and love. The ones you can’t find there, you’ll likely find not so far away at Ritchie Station Marketplace, which is well-stocked with shopping store favorites.
Getting around these parts is relatively uncomplicated with road systems and transportation all about. “It is very close to the Beltway and Maryland Route 4. It’s also served by the Green Line Metro,” Stone says.
One thing suburbs do well is fostering a sense of community and engagement. Here, much of that takes place at the North Forestville Community Center, which sponsors a variety of events that bring together the people who live here and who may have come from elsewhere, places like Washington, D.C., to make Forestville their new home.
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Neighborhood Map
Forestville by the Numbers
12,305
Population
$362K
Average Housing Value
48
Average Days on Market
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$322,500
Median Single Family Price
$400,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$205
Months Of Supply
3
Demographics and Finance
Population Density
18 ppl/acre
Median Household Income
$66K
Lower than National Average
$71K
% Owners
65%
Higher than National Average
63%
College Graduates
18%
Lower than National Average
34%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46″
Average Winter Low
27°F
Average Summer High
86°F
Annual Snowfall
16″
Average Home Value
Top Schools in Forestville, MD
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Best Public Elementary Schools
#1 Longfields Elementary School
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6
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#2 North Forestville Elementary School
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4
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#3 William Beanes Elementary School
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4
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#4 Francis Scott Key Elementary School
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3
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#5 Andrew Jackson Academy
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2
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#6 Samuel P. Massie Academy
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2
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#7 John H. Bayne Elementary School
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1
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#8 Andrew Jackson Middle School
Best Public Middle Schools
#1 Walker Mill Middle School
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4
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#2 Andrew Jackson Academy
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2
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#3 Drew Freeman Middle School at Forestville High
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2
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#4 Samuel P. Massie Academy
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2
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#5 Drew Freeman Middle School
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1
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#6 Andrew Jackson Middle School
Best Public High Schools
#1 Largo High School
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3
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#2 Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School
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2
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#3 Suitland High School
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2
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#4 Central High School
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1
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Best Private Schools
#1 Bishop McNamara High School
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#2 Mount Calvary Catholic School
#3 Our Savior's School
Agents Specializing in this Area
Agent Spotlight
Damon BrockenberryI was born and raised in Washington, DC at Washington Hospital Center. The youngest of 4 boys only. I grew up during some tough times. I graduated in the top 10 from Theodore Roosevelt High School. I then attended the University of Miami (FL) where I studied Electrical Engineering. When I came home, I worked for FedEx and Metro where I furthered my knowledge of learning many of the neighborhoods. I became a single Dad of a daughter unbeknownst to me when she was only 4 years old. Being a single father, along with being a hard worker made me realize the importance of family. Especially after losing all 3 of my brothers over time.
Ranked as one of the BEST in the Washington, DC area. Damon J. Brockenberry, also known as "Damon The AgentTM" is a highly sought-after full-time Broker Associate with nearly 19 years of experience specializing in Residential Real Estate. A certified member of the National Association of Realtors (NAR), Maryland Association of Realtors (MAR), and Greater Capital Area Association of Realtors (GCAAR). He specializes in helping Sellers reach their #1 goal of SOLD and Buyers with informed investments in Real Estate.
My marketing skills are unmatched, bringing special skills and solutions to each individual client because everyone has a unique situation. If you're considering listing your property, ask about my Unique Seller Program (U.S.P.) which gives each seller their own unique DNA blueprint for marketing and selling their home FAST and for TOP dollar that's created just for you! Welcome to your last stop for selling or buying a house in the Washington, DC, Maryland, or Virginia Area.
MY MISSION: To take care of ALL of your DC, Maryland, and Virginia Real Estate needs in order to reach the #1 goal of SOLD.
There's a reason Every House I Touch Turns to SOLD for 20 years. While others come and go, the results of Damon The Agent are here to stay.
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Ranked as one of the BEST in the Washington, DC area. Damon J. Brockenberry, also known as "Damon The AgentTM" is a highly sought-after full-time Broker Associate with nearly 19 years of experience specializing in Residential Real Estate. A certified member of the National Association of Realtors (NAR), Maryland Association of Realtors (MAR), and Greater Capital Area Association of Realtors (GCAAR). He specializes in helping Sellers reach their #1 goal of SOLD and Buyers with informed investments in Real Estate.
My marketing skills are unmatched, bringing special skills and solutions to each individual client because everyone has a unique situation. If you're considering listing your property, ask about my Unique Seller Program (U.S.P.) which gives each seller their own unique DNA blueprint for marketing and selling their home FAST and for TOP dollar that's created just for you! Welcome to your last stop for selling or buying a house in the Washington, DC, Maryland, or Virginia Area.
MY MISSION: To take care of ALL of your DC, Maryland, and Virginia Real Estate needs in order to reach the #1 goal of SOLD.
There's a reason Every House I Touch Turns to SOLD for 20 years. While others come and go, the results of Damon The Agent are here to stay.
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Paul Jackson
Paul Jackson
G&G Group, LLC
(844) 771-9822
26 Total Sales
2 in Forestville
$310K - $407K Price Range
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Jimmy Okunola
Jimmy Okunola
EXP Realty, LLC
(202) 875-7297
69 Total Sales
1 in Forestville
$240,000 Price
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Pauline Quartey
Pauline Quartey
Richardson Realty
(240) 269-2647
13 Total Sales
2 in Forestville
$80K - $115K Price Range
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Alexis Wise
Alexis Wise
Realty One Group Performance, LLC
(301) 603-3634
27 Total Sales
1 in Forestville
$336,000 Price
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India Hall
India Hall
HomeSmart
(202) 902-6417
97 Total Sales
3 in Forestville
$86K - $299K Price Range
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