$519,486Average Value$221Average Price per Sq Ft15Homes For Sale
No bones about it in South Laurel
Where else can residents find dinosaur bones, tour an 18th-century mansion, and get home for dinner? Maryland’s South Laurel neighborhood. South Laurel is a calm suburban area with unique attractions, including Dinosaur Park, the Old Montpelier plantation, rural vistas and many homes. Residents also have direct access to all of today’s modern facilities. The broader Laurel region includes four areas, including South Laurel. Laurel runs through Montgomery, Anne Arundel, Howard and Prince George’s counties and zip codes. The county designation “is something you want to be aware of because different counties have different things that people are paying attention to,” says ExecuHome Realty Realtor Josh Ducoulombier. He’s sold local properties for 10 years. For instance, one county may have poor school ratings while another has good ones. Families usually target higher-ranked areas.” For example, Bowie High School is B-minus, whereas Laurel High School is C Niche.
Residents enjoy South Laurel’s spacious and well-designed subdivisions, with close proximity to major retail centers.
Spring is in full bloom in the South Laurel neighborhood.
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Ample lots are aplenty
There is a wide range of housing costs — $229,000 to $629.000. The price points vary depending on the property’s age, size and location. Residents live in detached single-family homes in a wide variety of styles. Prospective buyers can choose from minimalist split-levels, ramblers and Cape Cod designs featuring three and four bedrooms, two bathrooms and ample front and back yards. Or they can opt for larger colonial and traditional builds featuring four to five bedrooms, two-car garages and larger lot sizes. More than 60% of the residents rent their domicile.
The neighborhood of South Laurel offers a mix of home styles, boasting large front yards and quaint gardens.
Residents can enjoy afternoon walks around the neighborhood as sidewalks are a prominent feature throughout South Laurel.
Quaint Ranch style home in the South Laurel neighborhood, boasting an attached two-car garage for easy parking.
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Home to a Maryland Green School
This community is a part of the Prince George’s County Public School System, which received a C from Niche. Students here can attend Deerfield Run Elementary, which serves over 600 pre-kindergarten through fifth-grade students and is recognized as a Maryland Green School. This institution’s motto is “Explore, Create and Communicate.” According to state test scores, 3% of children are proficient in arithmetic and 12% in reading at Deerfield Run, a C-graded school by Niche. Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School earned a C-minus from Niche. There are also 30 colleges and universities in the region including Franklin, Marymont and American universities.
Deerfield Run Elementary School serves students in grades PK through 5th, located in the Chevy Chase Lake neighborhood.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School in Laurel, MD.
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Paleontologists rejoice: there's plenty of fossils to be discovered
Most South Laurel neighborhoods have large, well-designed layouts with paved roads ending in cul-de-sacs, shared pathways and trees. The woods and open areas please residents. These neighborhoods feature kids playing basketball, roller skating or biking while neighbors talk over their mailboxes. Go to South Laurel Dinosaur Park for a memorable experience. Unique 115-million-year-old dinosaur fossils can be seen here year-round. Join paleontologists on the first and third Saturdays to discover history. Local authorities are categorizing hundreds of dinosaur bones and teeth unearthed by visitors. Non-students can use the park’s playground and garden daily. The Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park lets kids and adults bounce, fly, and race across challenges. This park offers birthday party and event packages.
Walk the same ground the dinosaurs did millions of years ago, and explore South Laurel's prehistoric past at the Dinosaur Park.
Dinosaur Park in Laurel, MD.
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The popular dining hub is Route 1
Route 1’s shopping and leisure opportunities will please Laurel residents. The Center at Laurel shopping area has casual restaurants, hair salons and Shoppers Food. Some eateries include Mad Cow Grill, a burger joint, and Mango’s Grill, a spot featuring Mexican cuisine. The nearby Laurel Lakes Center has Best Buy and Lowes for big box businesses.
Center at Laurel shopping plaza is a local favorite for casual eateries and Shoppers Food grocery store, located in the heart of South Laurel.
South Laurel residents can shop for the essentials at the near by Shoppers grocery store.
Residents of the South Laurel neighborhood enjoy their proximity to Route 1, and its many retail and dining options.
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South Laurel is in close proximity to Baltimore and D.C. and with direct access to major highways like I-295, it’s easy to get where you need to be.
Commuting options galore
Another perk of living in South Laurel? Its proximity to well-known employers, like Fort Meade, NSA and the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab. “Laurel is the ideal location for commuters,” Brian Pakulla, a RE/MAX Realtor with 25 years of experience, explains. “It’s equidistant from Baltimore and D.C. and offers direct access to major highways like 295, 95 and Route 1.” The MARC train provides access to Baltimore Washington International Airport. Reagan National and Dulles International airports are also local. There are also two bus stops within a 2-minute drive from the heart of the neighborhood.
A variety of events
Events held in or around South Laural include U.S. Capitol guided tour with a walking tour from Union Station, scavenger hunts at the Smithsonian and an annual D.C. Black History Film Festival held every Black History Month.
Ties to the Underground Railroad
In 1800, South Laurel was established by families from the South who had escaped slavery via the Underground Railroad.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Parks in this Area
Granville Gude Park
Pheasant Run Community Park
Dinosaur Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Muirkirk Park
Baseball/Softball
Grills
Picnic Area
Bedford Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Tennis
Snowden Oaks Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Montpelier Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Larchdale Park
Soccer
Playground
Parking Lot
Oakcrest Laurel Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Transit
Airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall
24 min drive
Bus
Contee Rd & Edinburgh Ln (Westbound)
Bus
Laurel Bowie Rd & Mallard Dr
Bus
Contee Rd & Laurel Bowie Rd
Bus
South Laurel Dr & Tabernacle Church Of Laurel
Bus
Baltimore Ave & Md National Memorial Park
Bus
Cherry Ln & Cherry Lane Ct
Bus
Contee Rd & Arden Way
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
South Laurel
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Laurel, Montpelier sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in South Laurel, Montpelier over the last 12 months is $510,491, up 18% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
You will fall in love with this beautifully renovated rambler in the desired neighborhood of Oak Crest! 3-4BR's, 3 Full Baths, finished basement with walk out to fully fenced in private yard, deck, and large shed for storage. Perfect for cookouts! Don't forget the paved driveway for 7 cars! Great Walk-score for everything, 7-11 and bus stop is at the end of the street. Many shopping and
Charnella RosenthalLong & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Welcome to 9112 Briarchip St. a colonial home on a 1/4 acre with 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 1 half bath. The primary bedroom features an en-suite bathroom with some updates, a walk-in closet. The heart of this home is the eat-in kitchen with granite countertops, with most of the new stainless steel appliances. Right off of the kitchen is the family room. The first-floor living area also
This is an opportunity to make this property shine, a large flat lot, with room for a pool or a tennis court.6 Bedrooms and 3 Bathrooms.Full kitchen in the Basement with 3 bedrooms separate entrance. This lot is zoned for a low impact business, and there is room for several cars to park. Beautiful wood floors on the Main level, and thick wood paneling in several bedrooms. Excellent location,
This property is sold Strictly AS IS- It is important to note that the roof fairly new and was just replaced on 1/13/2023.This is a spacious Townhome sold as it that allow you to give it your finishing touches!! Located minutes from downtown Laurel, 95, Route 200, Route 1 and the University of Maryland. This spacious house with an open layout concept features a large living room area
Move right into this STUNNING bright and open 2 bedrooms, 2-bathroom adult living community with so much to offer! Small quiet community with access to the "party room". Seller has done several upgrades in 2020 to include; entire unit painted with Sherwin Williams satin paint (Glacial Stream), newer crown molding throughout the unit, newer open wall built between dining and living room areas for
Parke Laurel is an apartment community uniquely situated on a hilltop in Laurel, Maryland just twenty minutes away from the excitement of Washington, DC. This serene community is nestled on more than seventeen acres of well-kept, wooded landscaping providing stunning views from every apartment home. We are minutes to NSA, FT. Meade, Goddard Space Flight Center, Bowie State, University of
Welcome to your next rental home in the heart of Laurel! This recently renovated rambler offers plenty of space and comfort with hardwood floors throughout the main level, an updated kitchen, and three bright bedrooms with one full bath.The fully finished lower level features its own private entrance, two spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom, and in-unit washer and dryer—ideal for shared
Discover one, two and three-bedroom apartments in Laurel halfway between Baltimore and D.C. Perfect for those who want the serenity of a small town feel along with the convenience of an easy commute. Enjoy spacious floorplans and a wide range of amenities including our resort style pool, private balconies, complimentary laundry service and more. At Foxfire Apartments, you’re more than just a
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
26,661
Median Age
37
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$73,008
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$96,270
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.8%
College Graduates
40.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.5%
% Population in Labor Force
79.2%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
15''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
45/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
58/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
23/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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