Fort Washington Forest, College Park, MD
Fort Washington Forest — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Fort Washington Forest, 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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Fort Washington Forest Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Fort Washington Forest is a quiet, residential neighborhood located in the Prince George's County section of College Park, Maryland. It offers a suburban feel with convenient access to Washington, D.C., and major commuting routes like the Beltway and Branch Avenue.
Housing & Real Estate
The neighborhood primarily features mid-century single-family homes on spacious, tree-lined lots. With a median home value of approximately $390,200, it represents a more affordable entry point into the greater D.C. metro housing market.
Schools & Education
Students are served by Prince George's County Public Schools, with Fort Washington Forest Elementary School located within the community. The neighborhood is also within proximity to the University of Maryland, College Park, providing access to cultural and educational resources.
Parks & Recreation
Residents enjoy the expansive Fort Washington Park, home to historic Fort Washington and offering hiking trails, fishing piers, and scenic river views. The neighborhood itself has a community park with sports fields and playgrounds.
Local Dining & Shopping
Daily needs are met at nearby shopping centers along Branch Avenue and Allentown Road, featuring grocery stores and retail chains. For dining, a variety of local and national restaurants are available in these plazas and in National Harbor, a short drive away.
Who Lives Here
The neighborhood is home to a mix of families, professionals, and long-time residents. With a median household income around $121,068, it is a stable, middle-to-upper-middle income community within the diverse county.
Fort Washington Forest Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $390K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $121K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 81.6% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 18.4% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 6.7% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Balanced | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 20744 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Fort Washington Forest, 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 2026-04-17