SILVER SPRING

Welcome to Silver Spring

The core for arts and culture in Montgomery County, this active community pairs big-city entertainment with small-town ease.

Colorful painted murals and art galleries line the charming streets of Downtown Silver Spring, the central pulse for the dynamic town of Silver Spring, Maryland. Walking along the arbored streets, one might hear the sound of live music coming out from the bevy of performing venues. It’s a welcoming atmosphere, one where local cafes invite with the heavenly scent of freshly brewed coffee, and independent boutiques are run by familiar, friendly faces.

Along with its incredible arts scene, the town of Silver Spring also boasts a great location, ideal for those hoping to get out of the congestion of DC without losing the convenience of its proximity. Silver Springs lies northwest of Takoma Park and sits right along the border between Maryland and Washington DC. Conveniently located near several commuter routes, the town has made a name for itself as a transit-oriented, eco-friendly hub rich in diversity.

The real estate market of Silver Spring is designed to meet the needs of its eclectic population and harbors as much diversity as the residents themselves. Downtown, an abundance of high-end apartments, opulent penthouses, and spacious condos await potential buyers who want to be within walking distance of the city’s finest entertainment.

There are plenty of detached single-family homes, too, and those nestled in quiet, historic neighborhoods are particularly coveted among buyers. Mid-century modern, Colonial, 1920s bungalows and Federal townhomes are all included in the architectural styles found within the homes of Silver Spring, proving to be as visually appealing as the town itself.

What to Love

· Central wellspring for retail, dining, and the arts

· Easy, abundant public transportation

· Thriving Downtown primed for even more expansion

Local Lifestyle

Downtown Silver Spring is one of the oldest commercial districts in the Washington DC area. In recent years, this already beautiful town has been going through a renaissance, and there’s an increasing number of mixed-use developments, beautification projects, and new residential spaces available. Locals, who already had access to plenty of culture and entertainment, have now been able to enjoy the fruits of the town’s continued growth in all the right directions.

Dining, Entertainment, & Shopping From the neon glow emanating off of the marquee of the Regal Majestic & IMAX theater on the corner of Fenton and Ellsworth to the two-story, pedestrian shopping and dining plaza known as Fenwick Station, Downtown Silver Spring elevates the standard of commercial districts everywhere.

Along with its many independent boutiques and specialty stores, Downtown Silver Spring also maintains the massive, 5-story shopping complex: Ellsworth Place. In addition to retail enthusiasts, gastronomes will find a warm welcome in Silver Spring, which is brimming with delectable eats. Locals love hitting up Matchbox for its convivial, neighborhood spirit, as well as for its signature wood-fired pizzas and rustic-chic ambiance.

All Set Restaurant draws its inspiration from the sophisticated aesthetics of nautical New England to create its one-of-a-kind seafood dining establishment where the rotation of seasonal dishes is an exciting culinary adventure. Mi Rancho Es Su Rancho brings the bold, comforting flavors of Tex-Mex to the plates of Silver Spring, using all locally sourced, fresh ingredients. The open-air kitchen at Copper Canyon turns dining into an interactive experience, and guests always leave happy after tasting signature items like the rotisserie chicken and iron-skillet cornbread.

Things to Do

Silver Spring is iconic for reasons beyond just its top-notch Downtown dining and shopping. The city is also home to one of the most revered performance venues in the entire music industry: The Fillmore. The original venue was opened in the 1960s and served as the epicenter for the American music scene. Since its inception and even after its expansion into the larger venue of today, The Fillmore has hosted top names and legends such as Aretha Franklin, Miles Davis, and The Doors.

Schools

Silver Spring is home to a number of excellent schools. Top educational opportunities include:

· Georgetown Preparatory School, 9-12, private, all-boys Catholic boarding school ranked as the #1 best Catholic high school in Maryland

· Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart, PK & K-12, highly rated private, all-girls Catholic school