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.
Real Estate Market Summary - Prices of Fort Washington Homes for Sale
Real estate in Fort Washington is as diverse as the community itself. Prices for single-family detached homes range from an affordable $200,000 to more than $1 million for large luxury homes and estate properties. Upscale subdivisions such as Tantallon on the Potomac, Riverview Reserve, Indian Queen, River Bend, Swan Lake and Rivergate Pointe, offer a luxurious lifestyle on generous tree-lined lots. Beautiful brick Colonial homes are surrounded by lush landscaping in communities such as Burton Knolls, Fort Foote, Bird Lawn, Redford Estates, Rosedell and Bock Manor. Home prices in these areas fluctuate between $200,000 and $500,000. A few condominiums and townhouses can be found, generally priced in the low to high $200,000s. Land and lots are available for custom construction, and a few farm/ranch properties can be found. Looking for your new home? View currently listed homes in Fort Washington Maryland. See market trends of Fort Washington real estate market including average home prices, property values, townhomes, condominiums and other property types. Interested in bank owned or foreclosure properties? Access foreclosures, bank owned properties, short sales and more real estate in Fort Washington Maryland.