Catoctin Furnace, Frederick, PA
Catoctin Furnace — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Catoctin Furnace, Frederick, Pennsylvania. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission licensing database.
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Catoctin Furnace Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Catoctin Furnace is a small, historic village nestled in the Catoctin Mountains near Thurmont in Frederick County. Its core is a preserved 18th and 19th-century ironworking community, offering a unique blend of deep history and scenic rural living.
Housing & Real Estate
The housing stock is a mix of historic homes, renovated worker cottages, and newer single-family residences on wooded lots. With a median home value of approximately $328,600, the area offers more affordability compared to some other parts of Frederick County.
Schools & Education
Residents are served by the highly-regarded Frederick County Public Schools system, including Thurmont-area schools. The unique historical site itself serves as an outdoor classroom, with educational programs about early American industry.
Parks & Recreation
The village is directly adjacent to Cunningham Falls State Park and the Catoctin Mountain Park, providing immediate access to hiking, fishing, and scenic vistas. The Catoctin Furnace Historical Site and its hiking trail offer recreational and educational exploration right in the neighborhood.
Local Dining & Shopping
While quiet itself, the nearby town of Thurmont offers a variety of casual dining, cafes, and essential shopping. For more extensive options, residents take a short drive to Frederick or Hagerstown.
Who Lives Here
The community attracts history enthusiasts, outdoor lovers, and those seeking a quiet, small-town atmosphere. With a median household income around $90,091, it tends to be a neighborhood of middle to upper-middle-income families and professionals.
Catoctin Furnace Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $329K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $90K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 80.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 19.2% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 9.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Buyer's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 21788 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Catoctin Furnace, Frederick
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission — 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 2026-04-16