Fort Washington Real Estate & Homes for Sale in Maryland

Fort Washington Real Estate & Homes for Sale in Maryland

This picturesque community sits on a cliff overlooking the Potomac River and offers a breathtaking view of Washington, D.C. and the Virginia shoreline. The newest addition to this area is National Harbor, a 300 acre urban waterfront community combining retail, dining, entertainment, office and residential along with a combined hotel and convention center. The real estate market in Fort Washington offers a vast selection of beautiful single-family homes, many on large treed lots. A few condominiums and townhouses can be found as well. Fort Washington was once a powerful military fortress that protected the water approach to our nation’s capital. Today a vibrant and prosperous suburban community, Fort Washington is home to nearly 24,000 residents who enjoy easy access to Washington, D.C., Annapolis and Maryland’s eastern shore. The fort itself – one of the few U.S. seacoast fortifications still in its original form – is now part of the 341-acre Fort Washington National Park. The park is replete with a wide variety of recreational opportunities, including picnic areas, hiking and biking trails and a playground for children. The community of Fort Washington is located in one of the most diverse and affluent counties in the nation. Prince George's County is progressive and modern, with strong traditions forged from its nearly 300 years of history. Local students are served by Prince George's County Public Schools – a technologically advanced district recognized for its innovative programs. The district’s “magnet” program – featuring a choice of curricula in visual and performing arts, foreign languages, science, math, technology and other areas – has become a national model for excellence.