Rock Creek Knolls, Bethesda, MD
Rock Creek Knolls — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Rock Creek Knolls, Bethesda, Maryland. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Maryland Real Estate Commission (MREC) licensing database.
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Rock Creek Knolls Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Rock Creek Knolls is a serene, established residential neighborhood in Bethesda, Maryland. Known for its heavily wooded lots and quiet, winding streets, it offers a suburban retreat with convenient access to Washington, D.C.
Housing & Real Estate
The neighborhood primarily features classic mid-century homes, including ramblers, split-levels, and colonials on spacious properties. With a median home value of approximately $1,205,400, it represents a premium and stable real estate market within the Bethesda area.
Schools & Education
Families in Rock Creek Knolls are served by the highly ranked Montgomery County Public Schools system. The neighborhood is typically zoned for schools like Rock Creek Forest Elementary, Westland Middle, and Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School.
Parks & Recreation
The neighborhood is adjacent to the expansive Rock Creek Park, providing miles of trails for hiking, biking, and nature exploration. Locals also enjoy the community pool and tennis courts at the nearby Rock Creek Swim and Tennis Club.
Local Dining & Shopping
Residents have easy access to the boutiques, grocery stores, and diverse restaurants of downtown Bethesda and Friendship Heights. The nearby Wildwood Shopping Center offers convenient everyday retail and dining options.
Who Lives Here
The neighborhood is home to a mix of professionals, established families, and long-time residents. With a median household income around $185,873, it is an affluent community characterized by high educational attainment.
Rock Creek Knolls Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $1.2M | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $186K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 65.5% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 34.5% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 6.6% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Balanced | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 20815 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Rock Creek Knolls, Bethesda
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Maryland Real Estate Commission (MREC) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-17