What’s great in Maryland real estate for the urban resident looking for a comfortable and affordable place to raise a family?  Springdale, Maryland is the answer for many.  Within the compact area of .8 square mile, Springdale houses almost 3,000 residents as of the 2010 census.

The town of Springdale is part of Prince George’s County, featuring three of the county schools, one elementary, one middle and one high school.  Due in part to the proximity to Washington, DC, the primary industries in Springdale are those of retail trade, administrative support educational services and public administration.  Occupations are consistent with this pattern, with vehicle and mobile equipment maintenance, followed by computer specialists and managers.

As is the case with numerous Maryland communities, Springdale is an unincorporated, census-designated place. Its focus is purely residential, relying on its neighbors such as New Carrollton and Alexandria for its entertainment and commerce.  But with increasing property values and a relatively low crime rate, Springdale is simply a great place to live.

The Maryland real estate portfolio is filled with small, interesting communities that are attractive alternatives for Maryland citizens.  Springdale is another of these, small but resilient and with all of those features that homeowners seek in a new residence and new community.