Darnestown, Maryland is located in Montgomery County and has maintained its rural roots despite being close to the city. With a population of more than 7,000 people, this small suburban community of Washington, D.C. combines the influences of the big city with a small-town flavor all its own. William Darne and his wife Elizabeth founded the town in the 1750s and built an inn along an old Indian trail, which is now Highway 28. Twenty miles west of Washington D.C. and 10 miles southwest of Gaithersburg, Darnestown is just off the beaten path enough to let you relax and enjoy the beauty of the area.
Located just north of the Potomac River, Darnestown residents enjoy all the recreational activities that such proximity to the river allows. With mild winters, outdoor activities are available all year round. In addition, due to the closeness of the capital, short trips into the city for sightseeing, dinner or a show are easy and hassle free. A majority of Darnestown residents work in Washington, either in government, technology, education, healthcare or other industries. The commute from Darnestown to Washington, D.C. is one of the shortest in the area.
Darnestown is also just a short drive from Gaithersburg. This wonderful city of approximately 60,000 residents will provide all the big city entertainment you could possibly want. One of the largest and picturesque cities in the country, Gaithersburg allows you to bring a touch of the city to your life without fighting the traffic and the chaos of Washington, D.C. If you do decide to make a trip into Washington, the town sits on top of Highway 28, the shortest route into the city from the northwest.
The most important reason to move to a small town such as Darnestown is for the sense of community it provides. Here, you will feel like an important part of the community, and residents take an active role in providing their government with support. The schools and public libraries are some of the best in the area, and citizens take a pro-active interest in improving and maintaining a better quality of living. Darnestown real estate includes single family homes, on large lots in a variety of architectural styles and floor plans. Bring your family and you will become a part of Darnestown’s family. Come visit us and we will show you why Darnestown is a great place to live.
Darnestown Homes for Sale
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Darnestown Real Estate Agent
If you are looking for a Darnestown REALTOR®, choose Mary Charters & Associates! As your Darnestown real estate agent, Mary Charters can assist you with all of your home buying and selling needs. They can provide you with access to the local listings database and offer their experience and knowledge to make the home buying or selling process easier for you and your family. Contact Mary Charters & Associates today to get your home search started!
Mary Charters
Mary Charters & Associates
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Gaithersburg, MD 20878
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