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Gables at Waters Landing

Gables at Waters Landing

Germantown, Maryland, 20874

1 Bedroom$1,209 - $1,369

2 Bedrooms$1,369 - $1,739

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Stone Creek Club Apartments

Stone Creek Club Apartments

Germantown, Maryland, 20874

1 Bedroom$1,175 - $1,707

2 Bedrooms$1,265 - $2,141

3 Bedrooms$1,679 - $1,739

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Rolling Hills

Rolling Hills

Germantown, Maryland, 20874

2 Bedrooms$1,269 - $1,470

Milestone

Milestone

Germantown, Maryland, 20876

1 Bedroom$1,179 - $1,329

2 Bedrooms$1,479 - $1,509

3 Bedrooms$1,789 - $1,809

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Germantown, Maryland

Germantown has a population of about 85,000 people and is located west of both Baltimore and Washington D.C. Once a railroad town where many shop owners spoke with a German accent (hence the name), today this is a growing town with urbanized building and a central downtown area.

Currently, the town is served by a bus system but future plans for direct rail link to Washington are in the works. When searching for your Germantown apartment, you will want to think about owning a car so look at the parking situations.

Hiking the Trails

When you are all moved into your Germantown apartment, you'll want to start exploring some of the local attractions. Outdoor attractions abound, as South Germantown Recreational Park offers a whopping 700+ acres of facilities from hiking trails to an indoor soccer complex and indoor aquatic center.

Nearby are the Schaeffer Farm trails which combined with adjacent trails offer some good trekking. With both Washington and Baltimore so close, you'll never want for cultural activities either.

A Royal Breakfast

Eating out in Germantown should start with a trip to the Royal Bagel Bakery and Deli.Fantastic bagels and sandwiches that are so memorable, you'll write home about them.

Holding true to its roots, Germantown has quite a lot of ethnic food establishments. Yuraku is popular for Japanese, Mi Rancho for Mexican and Lotte Plaza is both a Korean supermarket and restaurant. The bread alone at Carrabbas Italian is worth a trip, and there's also India Palace with superb service. Once in your Germantown apartment, you'll want to discover your own new favorites but these are good starters.

Friendly Pubs

Pub-style places are where everyone heads at night. Bailey's is very popular for their friendly atmosphere as well as well mixed drinks as is The Greene Turtle with its big screen t.v.s. The Wise Frog, Dogfish and Muldoon's are also popular and in nearby Gaithersburg. There's live music to be found in town and in the area, and you won't have trouble finding it. Once in your Germantown apartment, spend some nights out in D.C. at some of the big clubs too!

 

Average Apartment Rent in Germantown, Maryland

# Bedrooms Jan Dec Nov 3 Month % change
Studio N/A N/A N/A 0%
1 Bed $1,188 $1,170 $1,161 2.3%
2 Bed $1,391 $1,407 $1,397 -0.4%
3 Bed $1,592 $1,756 $1,757 -9.4%

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Apartments in Germantown have competitive rents so be sure to use our apartment finder to get the best deal. In November the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Germantown apartment cost $1,161. If you need a roommate, try finding a 2 bedroom apartment rental. An average 2 bedroom Germantown apartment was $1,397 in November. The average apartment rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in November was $1,757. Start your apartment search by checking out some of the Germantown rentals listed below.

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  • I've got dogs. What the the best places in Germantown for being outdoors with pets?

    Up on Ridge Road, there's a great little dog park with a nice crowd of both people and dogs. There's also one at the Black Hill Regional Park between Germantown and Clarksburg. Montgomery County, in general is pretty dog friendly, so if your dog is nice you're likely to be able to run in alot of the parks.

  • Is Germantown a good place for families?

    Based on safety, quality of education, and sense of community, Germantown is a good place for families. Compared to other communities of similar population size, Germantown has a crime rate that is noticeably lower than the average. Public education in Germantown, provided by Montgomery County Public Schools, is excellent. The Montgomery County Public School District is rated better than 70.8 percent of school districts in Maryland and 77.6 percent of school districts in the US. In addition, many other families with children live here, making it a place where both parents and children are more likely to make friends with other families.

  • Where are some of the best places for dining out in Germantown?

    The area with the highest concentration of restaurants in Germantown is located at the intersection of Germantown Rd and Middlebrook Rd. Although located in a strip mall, Pelican Pete's is a a crab shack and a Germantown institution. Germantown also has various ethnic options, including Sabai Sabai Simply Thai and India Palace. There are also Italian, Mexican, and American restaurants, including several well-known chains like the Outback and Ruby Tuesday's.

  • What are some family friendly neighborhoods in Germantown?

    Family-friendly neighborhoods hinge on safety and high-quality public education. The top five safest neighborhoods in Germantown are Germantown Rd / Crystal Rock Dr, Ridge Rd / Observation Dr, Cedar Grove / Brink, Town Center, and Great Seneca Hwy / Clopper Rd. The top five neighborhoods for education, on the other hand, are Ridge Rd / Observation Dr, Cedar Grove / Brink, Town Center, Neelsville, and Germantown Rd / Crystal Rock Dr. Therefore, some of the best neighborhoods for families in Germantown are Germantown Rd / Crystal Rock Dr, Ridge Rd / Observation Dr, Cedar Grove / Brink, and Town Center.

  • Are there any quiet neighborhoods in Germantown?

    Yes, there are many quiet neighborhoods in Germantown, and Cedar Grove / Brink is one of them. With mostly single-family, medium-sized homes, this predominantly owner-occupied neighborhood lies on the northeastern side of the city. It's also suburban in terms of population density, a factor that may contribute to its tranquil nature. Other neighborhoods that many characteristics with Cedar Grove / Brink, including its quiet nature, are Ridge Rd / Observation Dr and Neelsville.