Fairland, College Park, MD
Fairland — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Fairland, College Park, 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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Fairland Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Fairland is a quiet, residential neighborhood located in the northeastern corner of College Park, Maryland. It offers a suburban feel with convenient access to major commuter routes like I-95 and the Beltway, making it popular for those seeking a balance of tranquility and connectivity.
Housing & Real Estate
The neighborhood primarily features a mix of single-family homes, townhouses, and some apartments built from the 1960s onward. With a median home value of approximately $489,100, Fairland provides a relatively more affordable entry point into the greater College Park area housing market.
Schools & Education
Fairland is served by Prince George's County Public Schools, with local options including Paint Branch Elementary School. Residents also benefit from proximity to the University of Maryland, College Park, which offers cultural and educational resources to the community.
Parks & Recreation
The neighborhood is named for and anchored by the expansive Fairland Regional Park, which features sports fields, playgrounds, and the popular Fairland Aquatic Center. Residents also enjoy easy access to the Paint Branch Trail for walking, running, and biking.
Local Dining & Shopping
While mostly residential, Fairland is close to major retail corridors along Cherry Hill Road and Konterra Drive, featuring grocery stores, chain restaurants, and shopping centers. For more variety, downtown College Park and the vibrant dining scenes in Silver Spring and Laurel are a short drive away.
Who Lives Here
Fairland attracts a mix of families, university staff, and professionals working in the broader Washington D.C. and Baltimore regions. The neighborhood has a median household income of around $90,926, reflecting its stable, middle-to-upper-middle class demographic.
Fairland Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $420K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $138K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 79.7% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 20.3% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 20866 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Fairland, College Park
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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 2026-04-19