Your Guide to Buying a Home in Silver Spring, MD

While not an incorporated city, Silver Spring is one of the most important business and residential centers in the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area. The greater Silver Spring area includes much of southern and eastern Montgomery County, and is one of the fastest growing commercial centers in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan region. Bordered by Washington, D.C. to the south, Prince George's County to the east, and Howard County to the north, Silver Spring's location and amenities make it a sought-after location in which to live and work.

Downtown Silver Spring, located just across Georgia Avenue from Discovery Communications’ headquarters and just two blocks from the Silver Spring Metro Station, is a successful urban redevelopment project with 440,000 SF of retail. Combine a vibrant, laid-back atmosphere with fabulous dining and shopping in the heart of Silver Spring. During the warmer months enjoy outdoor concerts, patio dining and our interactive fountain. Downtown Silver Spring, a good old fashioned sensory overload.

The Downtown Silver Spring shopping district features an eclectic mix of entertainment, restaurants, retail, offices and a brand new Courtyard by Marriott Hotel. Anchored by Whole Foods, Borders, Majestic Theater and with restaurants including Panera Bread, Macaroni Grill, Potbelly Sandwich Works and Redrock Canyon Grill, Downtown Silver Spring is in a league of its own. Upscale retailers include Ann Taylor Loft, Bombay, DSW Shoes, Ulta, Gymboree and Pier 1 Imports. From the mosaic tile steps and interactive fountain, to the diversity of the eateries and retail, Downtown Silver Spring brings a new level to shopping, dining and entertainment.

 * Population of over 200,000 in one of the most affluent counties in the U.S.

* Easy access to all three of the region's major airports.

* Excellent mass transit service from Metro, Amtrak, MARC commuter rail and Ride-On.

* Quick access to Annapolis; Washington, D.C., Baltimore; northern Virginia; and I-95 to points north and south.

* Ample quality housing in mature neighborhoods, as well as newer developments and open countryside.