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15717 Winners Dr
$2,2401 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Mar 4

15717 Winners Dr

Gaithersburg, MD 20878
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Gaithersburg, MD 20877
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Gaithersburg Overview

If you would like to live in a sprawling suburb with a low crime rate that is close to the hubs of Rockville, Washington D.C., Frederick, and Washington then Gaithersburg is the place for you. There are plenty of family activities and shopping and other fun ways to spend your time.

What is the history of Gaithersburg?

Gaithersburg was originally referred to as Log Town and was a settlement situated on a land grant from 1765. The town incorporated in the late 1800s and experienced a great deal of expansion, as churches, schools, and railroads began to be built. It was not until the 1970s that widespread construction took place, and the town came to look as it does today.

How is the weather in Gaithersburg?

Gaithersburg experiences all four seasons, with cold, snowy weather in the winter, and moderate, rainy winter in the spring, hot, muggy weather in the summer months and cooler temperatures in the fall. The greatest temperatures in the summer will reach the low triple digits, and it generally stays around freezing during the winter months.

How do I get around town?

Many people use cars to get around town, but there are other available choices. Residents of Gaithersburg apartments have access to local buses, bike trails, trains, and to the rail service. In addition, apartments in Gaithersburg are close to the airport, and residents can use the Marc Train.

What is the Gaithersburg commute like?

The roadways in Gaithersburg do not tend to be congested, however I-270 leading toward Washington D.C. has a tendency to be heavily congested. I-270 leads to I-495, otherwise known as the Capital Beltway, and Gaithersburg apartments are close to I-70 that leads westward toward Frederick and Hagerstown, Maryland.

What are the local media outlets?

Gaithersburg news is delivered via the monthly publication, the Town Courier. There are no television stations within Gaitherburg, but there are television stations nearby in the Baltimore area, and these include WBAL and MPT. Also, there are no radio stations in Gaitherburg, but WLXE is as close as nearby Rockville.

Why live in Gaithersburg, MD?

Gaithersburg is an economic powerhouse in terms of jobs offered within the tech industry. Many prominent companies are located in and around the area, and these include IBM, Sodexo USA, Gene Logic, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology. In addition, Gaithersburg is within easy commuting distance to the I-270 Technology Corridor. One can find high paying jobs in banking, data entry, customer service, the insurance industry, computers, and more. There is also access to shopping, recreation, dining, and more. Gaithersburg is a nice place to raise a family, as it is a sprawling suburb of Baltimore and D.C.

What Gaithersburg landmarks should I see?

Gaithersburg is home to several large Victorian mansions that now do catering or weddings. One of these is Kentlands Mansion, and the other is Glenview Mansion. Also, the Gaithersburg B & O Station and Freight Sled, opened in 1881, is open to touring by the pubic.

What is there to do around Gaithersburg?

Gaithersburg has an old time downtown area with an old train station now converted into a museum detailing the city's history. There are antique shops, boutiques, and restaurants in the two block downtown area. For those who like water parks, there is Bohrer Park with plenty of water slides to keep the family cool and entertained on a summer's day.

Any annual festivals or Gaithersburg events to know?

Every April in Gaithersburg sees the Paws in the Park event, and it is one of the largest dog walking gatherings in the D.C. region. It boasts many activities for children, including bounce houses and contests, and it helps to raise funds for dogs taken in by the Humane Society.

Where are the nearby vacation spots?

You can visit the C & O Park that follows the Potomac and extends from Georgetown to Cumberland, MD. There is also Patapsco State Park and Fort Frederick, and there are many museums in Baltimore including Walters Art Gallery and the Baltimore Museum of Art. You can also visit the Science Center and the National Aquarium in Baltimore.

Where is the best place to move in Gaithersburg?

Gaithesrburg is within close distance to several major cities. You might want to choose the location of your Gaithersburg apartment based on the things you do and where you will likely be working. You should choose to live in eastern Gaithersburg to be closer to Baltimore, northern Gaithersburg if you wish to be in close proximity to Frederick, southern Gaitherburg if you'll be driving to Washington, Bethesda, Rockville, or Alexandria, and western Gaithersburg if you want to be close to Leesburg, Virginia.

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Gaithersburg, MD

Ranked #12

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2.5
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Getting Around Gaithersburg, MD

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

29 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gaithersburg

How much are Studio apartments in Gaithersburg?

There are currently 26 Studio Apartments in Gaithersburg with rent ranges from $1,395 to $3,625 with an average price of $1,942.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Gaithersburg Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Gaithersburg ranges from $1,099 to $5,227 with an average monthly rent of $1,985.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Gaithersburg cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Gaithersburg range from $1,355 to $7,492. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,450.

How expensive are Gaithersburg Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 53 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Gaithersburg on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,520 to $14,913 - averaging $2,957 for the location.

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