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Silver Spring, MD apartments for rent

1,200 apartments for rent in Silver Spring, MD, from 76 communities.

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Silver Spring apartment for rent - a living room with a couch and a table and a kitchen
$1,685-$1,736 /mo

The Leggett - Apartments for Seniors 62+

1315 Apple Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, 20910

1 bed 1 bath 727-940 sqft
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Silver Spring apartment for rent - A living room with a green couch, white chairs, and a painting on the wall.
$1,580-$2,060 /mo

The Guardian

8605 Cameron Street, Silver Spring, MD, 20910

Studio-4 beds 1-2 baths 423-2,493 sqft
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Silver Spring apartment for rent - A living room with a white couch and a television.
From $1,307 /mo

Woodside Place

8555 16th Street Suite 220, Silver Spring, MD, 20910

1-2 beds 1 bath 550-784 sqft
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Silver Spring apartment for rent - A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a black refrigerator.
$1,495-$1,825 /mo

Waterford Tower

14000 Castle Blvd., Silver Spring, MD, 20904

1-3 beds 1-2 baths 996-1,350 sqft
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Silver Spring apartment for rent - a living room and kitchen with a table and stools
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Rollingwood Apartments

2535 Ross Road, Silver Spring, MD, 20910

Studio-3 beds 1-2 baths
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Silver Spring apartment for rent - a group of wooden chairs in a courtyard with grass
$1,417-$2,433 /mo

Blair Plaza

1401 Blair Mill Road, Silver Spring, MD, 20910

Studio-4 beds 1-3 baths 494-1,985 sqft
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Silver Spring apartment for rent - A kitchen with brown cabinets and a black stove top oven.
$1,369-$2,438 /mo

Vista at White Oak

11430 Lockwood Drive, Silver Spring, MD, 20904

1-3 beds 1-2 baths 829-1,214 sqft
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Silver Spring apartment for rent - A black refrigerator in a kitchen with wooden cabinets.
$1,323-$1,601 /mo

Park Wayne Apartments

2 Manchester Place, Silver Spring, MD, 20901

1-2 beds 1 bath 505-602 sqft
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Silver Spring apartment for rent - A modern living room with a yellow chair and a grey sofa.
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Alexander House

8560 Second Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, 20910

Studio-2 beds 1-2 baths
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Silver Spring apartment for rent - Test_The Premier
$1,650-$2,860 /mo

Test_The Premier

8711 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, 20910

Studio-2 beds 1-2 baths 458-1,032 sqft
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Silver Spring apartment for rent - a dark grey sky with a plane flying over it
From $1,599 /mo

MHP Forest Glen 4 LP

2106 Belvedere Blvd, Silver Spring, MD, 20902

1-3 beds 1-2 baths 617-1,259 sqft
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The Alison

714 Sligo Avenue, Maryland, MD, 20910

Studio
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Silver Spring apartment for rent - a dark grey sky with a plane flying over it
From $1,646 /mo

MHP Forest Glen 9 LP

2106 Belvedere Blvd, Silver Spring, MD, 20902

1-3 beds 1-2 baths 717-1,242 sqft
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Bracken Square 9

715 Sligo Ave., Silver Spring, MD, 20910

2-3 beds 1-2 baths 797-1,172 sqft
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Bracken Square 4

715 Sligo Ave., Silver Spring, MD, 20910

1-2 beds 1 bath 570-923 sqft
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Silver Spring apartment for rent - A kitchen with a refrigerator and a door with a window.
From $2,000 /mo

1813 Arcola Ave, Unit Unit 3

1813 Arcola Ave, Silver Spring, MD, 20902

2 beds 1 bath 950 sqft
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Good transit
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Bikeable
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Silver Spring is somewhat walkable. While some services and amenities are accessible on foot, a car may still be needed for certain errands. The area has several public transportation options, offering convenience for some routes and destinations. Silver Spring is a moderately bikeable area, offering some cycling infrastructure to support local rides.
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Silver Spring Presbyterian Church Children’s Center
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Dee Dee's Place, Inc.
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Silver Spring Nursery School
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Westover Elementary School
Public • PK, K-5 • 289 students
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Forest Knolls Elementary School
Public • PK, K-5 • 494 students
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William Tyler Page Elementary School
Public • PK, K-5 • 611 students
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Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary School
Public • PK, K-5 • 476 students
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Highland Elementary School
Public • PK, K-5 • 515 students
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Oakland Terrace Elementary School
Public • PK, K-5 • 530 students
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Wheaton Woods Elementary School
Public • PK, K-5 • 559 students
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Arcola Elementary School
Public • PK, K-5 • 709 students
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Cloverly Elementary School
Public • PK, K-5 • 460 students
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Forest Knolls Elementary School
Public • PK, K-5 • 494 students
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Westover Elementary School
Public • PK, K-5 • 289 students
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Oak View Elementary School
Public • 3-5 • 415 students
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Highland Elementary School
Public • PK, K-5 • 515 students
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Oakland Terrace Elementary School
Public • PK, K-5 • 530 students
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William Tyler Page Elementary School
Public • PK, K-5 • 611 students
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Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary School
Public • PK, K-5 • 476 students
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Sligo Creek Elementary School
Public • K-5 • 649 students
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Arcola Elementary School
Public • PK, K-5 • 709 students
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Sligo Middle School
Public • 6-8 • 676 students
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Silver Spring International Middle School
Public • 6-8 • 1158 students
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Eastern Middle School
Public • 6-8 • 893 students
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Briggs Chaney Middle School
Public • 6-8 • 864 students
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White Oak Middle School
Public • 6-8 • 852 students
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Newport Mill Middle School
Public • 6-8 • 623 students
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Argyle Middle School
Public • 6-8 • 995 students
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Odessa Shannon Middle School
Public • 6-8 • 823 students
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Francis Scott Key Middle School
Public • 6-8 • 965 students
3/10
Montgomery Blair High School
Public • 9-12 • 3204 students
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Northwood High School
Public • 9-12 • 1795 students
7/10
James Hubert Blake High School
Public • 9-12 • 1784 students
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Wheaton High School
Public • 9-12 • 2599 students
5/10
John F. Kennedy High School
Public • 9-12 • 1827 students
4/10
Springbrook High School
Public • 9-12 • 1838 students
4/10
Montgomery College - Takoma Park Campus
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Northern Parking Garage
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Silver Spring Lot 38
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The Retina Group of Washington
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Capitol Women's Care
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Holy Cross Hospital
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Homewood Suites
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Silver Spring
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Blair's Bike Repair
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ZP Tax Inc.
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H&R Block
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Kedus Hair Salon
Personal care
Delmy's Hair Design
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Tammy's Nail Salon
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Hair Care Express
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Lovely Hair Braiding
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Nail Perfection
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Leva Nails
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Colesville Barber Shop
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Luisa's Hair Salon
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Academy Dog Training
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Ellsworth Urban Dog Park
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Marymount Animal Hospital
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Foxhall Veterinary Clinic
Pet care
PetSmart
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Four Corners Animal Hospital
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Falkland Chase Dog Park
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The Point at Silver Spring Dog Park
Pet care
Cozy Cats Veterinary
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Saint Andrew Apostle Catholic Church
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Saint Michael the Archangel Catholic Church
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Iranian Christian Church
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Roberts Memorial Free Methodist Church
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Christ the King Catholic Church
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Ukrainian Catholic Church of The Holy Trinity
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
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Montgomery Chinese Baptist Mission
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Hampshire View Baptist Church
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NOAA HQ
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Woodmoor Post Office
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Silver Spring Fire Station 19
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Capital One
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Sandy Spring Bank
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USPS
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Black Box Theater
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AMC Wheaton Mall 9
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Holiday Park Senior Center
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Little Free Library
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Long Branch Community Center
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Rebok Memorial Library
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Little Free Library
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Little Free Library
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Silver Spring Library
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AMC Wheaton Mall 9
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Holiday Park Senior Center
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Little Free Library
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Long Branch Community Center
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Rebok Memorial Library
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Little Free Library
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Little Free Library
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Silver Spring Library
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Cross Creek Club Park
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Gwendolyn Coffield Park
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Baby Pool
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Wheaton Park Stables
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Summit Hills Apartments Pool
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Strathmore Bel Pre Pool
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Longmead Crossing Pool 1
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Average rent in Silver Spring

In Silver Spring, the average rent is $1,936 per month, with the average rental size around 904 square feet. Most renters here pay between $1,500 - $2,000, making it the most common rent bracket in the area.

Average rent
$1,936/month
Average rental size
904 sqft
Rent ranges
Under $1,000
0.1%
$1,001 - $1,500
12.1%
$1,501 - $2,000
53.8%
$2,001 - $2,500
23.7%
$2,501 - $3,000
7.9%
Over $3,000
2.4%
Rent data provided by Yardi® Matrix.
Curious how rent prices changed over time? Dive deeper into Silver Spring's rent trends

Average utility cost in Maryland

In Maryland, renters typically spend around $478 per month on utilities, with costs ranging from $35 for internet to $163 for electricity, depending on factors like home size, season, and usage.

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$163
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$60
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Renter’s City Guide to Silver Spring

Introduction

Silver Spring is characterized by contrasts, featuring an urban city center filled with apartments, as well as spacious plots of farmland. It was recently named the most caring suburb in America due to its large concentration of healthcare professionals. 

Where is Silver Spring located? 

Silver Spring is a suburb of Washington, D.C. It lies six miles north of the U.S. capital and 30 miles south of Baltimore. 

What is the weather like in Silver Spring?

Weather conditions in Silver Spring are quite pleasant, with gorgeous spring and fall months and mild summers and winters. 

What are the advantages of living in Silver Spring? 

As a growing community, Silver Spring is known as a fantastic place to settle down, and is especially great for families with children. It has been ranked among the 10 safest places to live in Maryland. 

What are the disadvantages of living in Silver Spring? 

The traffic issues and the commute to/from D.C. are some of the most significant disadvantages of living in Silver Spring. Despite the higher cost of living, it is much less expensive than D.C. It’s also significantly safer and a lot less crowded than the capital. 

Silver Spring Demographic Highlights
Total Population 81,462
Female
Male
41,406
40,056
Median Age 35.6
Expenses & Housing Stats

Is living in Silver Spring expensive? 

The cost of living in Silver Spring is in line with most suburban D.C. areas and is considered somewhat expensive. Despite this fact, it is still much lower than living in the metropolitan D.C. area. 

How much does a meal cost in Silver Spring?

A three-course meal for two in an average-priced restaurant in Silver Spring costs $60, on average. 

How much do utilities cost in Silver Spring?

Silver Spring residents pay $121.25, on average, for monthly utility costs, which include electricity, heating, cooling, water and garbage. This is below the average utility costs in Washington, D.C., and much less than the national average. 

What is the public transportation system like in Silver Spring? 

The Metrobus, the RideOn bus lines, the MARC train and the Van Go free shuttle ensure local public transportation routes.

Silver Spring Rent Statistics
Silver Spring, MD Apartment rent ranges
Under $1,000
$1,001 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,000
$2,001 - $2,500
$2,501 - $3,000
Over $3,000
Silver Spring Average apartment rent trend

Silver Spring Housing Statistics

Occupied Housing Units 33,988
Owner Occupied 38.3%
Renter Occupied 61.7%
Renter-occupied housing units in Silver Spring:
  • 858 Single-family detached homes
  • 523 Attached homes or townhouses
  • 21,013 Apartments, ranging from smaller complexes with 2-4 apartments (1,449) to larger communities with 10 or more apartments (15,425)

Among all the available rental units in Silver Spring, 7% are houses for rent (either detached or attached), and 93% are apartments.
Jobs & Education

Where to work in Silver Spring? 

The healthcare industry is the largest employer here, which is not a surprise considering that Silver Spring has more mental health and community services professionals than any other U.S. city. The unemployment rate is 2.8%, which is very low and mostly due to the proximity to D.C. Despite the fact that there are no actual large corporations headquartered in Silver Spring, D.C. offers plentiful employment opportunities and is just 15 minutes to the south.

What is the public school system like in Silver Spring? 

Silver Spring is home to fantastic school districts. Montgomery Blair High School is one of the highest-ranked high schools in Maryland. 

What are the top colleges in Silver Spring?

George Washington University, Howard University, American University, Georgetown University and the University of Maryland are some of the top higher education facilities in Silver Spring.

Silver Spring Employment Statistics

Y-o-Y Change
White Collar 41,054 -0.3%
Blue Collar 7,021 -4.2%
White Collar 85.4%
Blue Collar 14.6%
Y-o-Y Change
Self Employees 5,100 -0.6%
Private Companies 24,901 -0.5%
Governmental Workers 9,887 -3.2%
Not for Profit Companies 8,187 0.5%
Self Employees 10.6%
Private Companies 51.8%
Governmental Workers 20.6%
Not for Profit Companies 17%

Silver Spring Education Statistics

No High School 7.6%
Some High School 19.8%
Some College 10.6%
Associate Degree 4.4%
Bachelor's Degree 27.2%
Graduate Degree 30.4%

Silver Spring Household Statistics

Total Number of Households 33,988
Average People Per Household 2.39
Median Household Income$99,860
Average Household Income$135,559
Family
Non-family
17,866
16,122
Children
No Children
9,742
24,246
Lifestyle & Renting Tips

What is the food scene like in Silver Spring?

Amongst the numerous chain restaurants, you can find plenty of local gems that offer varied culinary delicacies. Addis Ababa serves the best Ethiopian food in the area, while Olazzo serves rustic and classic Italian meals. The Classics restaurant is also popular, thanks to its renowned steak. The Quarry House Tavern is the perfect place to visit after dinner. Here, you’ll find good food and a great atmosphere. 

What events are there in Silver Spring? 

The AFI Docs in June is one of the most prominent events in the area, where the American Film Institute shows and honors independent documentaries. The Blues Festival is held each year in May, the Jazz Festival takes place every September, and November is known for its Thanksgiving Festival. 

What parks are there in Silver Spring?

Silver Spring has several awesome parks, where anyone can hike, bike and exercise or enjoy a lovely picnic. Jesup Blair Park, Sligo Creek Park and Acorn Park are some of the most popular ones. 

What sports teams are there in Silver Spring?

A number of high-profile sports teams play within 15 miles of Silver Spring, including the Washington Redskins of the NFL, the Washington Nationals of the MLB, DC United of the MLS and the Washington Wizards of the NBA.

What to know about renting in Silver Spring?  

Maryland state law governs tenant and rental rights, in line with typical U.S. federal tenant protections. Some of the more specific laws address situations in which a landlord wishes to evict a tenant or terminate a lease agreement. In these instances, the tenant should receive at least 14 days’ notice before the landlord can file for eviction. Depending on the lease, state law intervals are between 14 and 30 days.

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