Brookside Forest, Silver Spring, MD
Brookside Forest — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Brookside Forest, Silver Spring, 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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Brookside Forest Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Brookside Forest is a quiet, established residential neighborhood in Silver Spring, Maryland. Known for its mature trees and winding streets, it offers a suburban feel with convenient access to Washington, D.C. and local amenities.
Housing & Real Estate
The neighborhood primarily features a mix of mid-century split-levels, colonials, and ramblers on spacious, wooded lots. The median home value here is approximately $546,600, reflecting its desirability and stable market.
Schools & Education
Brookside Forest is served by the highly-regarded Montgomery County Public Schools system. Students typically attend Brookside Elementary, Sligo Middle, and Albert Einstein High School, all known for strong academic programs.
Parks & Recreation
Residents enjoy nearby Sligo Creek Parkway, which offers miles of trails for walking, biking, and nature observation. The neighborhood itself is very walkable, with several small pocket parks and playgrounds scattered throughout.
Local Dining & Shopping
Convenient shopping is available at the nearby Aspen Hill Shopping Center and Downtown Silver Spring. Dining options range from casual eateries and international cuisine along Georgia Avenue to the vibrant restaurant scene in Silver Spring's core.
Who Lives Here
The neighborhood is home to a mix of professionals, families, and long-term residents. With a median household income around $123,031, it is a stable, affluent community with a high rate of homeownership.
Brookside Forest Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $547K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $123K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 69.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 31.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 2.7% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 20901 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Brookside Forest, Silver Spring
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Brookside Forest
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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 2026-04-18