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Colessville, MD: Future Expansion Or A Missed Opportunity
1.5
rating
By
Anonymous (
May 23, 2018)
Living in Colesville, MD there was great anticipation when the State of Maryland announced the coming construction of Route 202, known as the Intercounty Connector. Route 202 would connect Prince Geoge's County along I-95 west through eastern Montgomery County. It would make driv ...Read More
ing from areas around Washington, DC to parts of Montgomery County just north of DC easier. As of 2018, that potential has been unrealized.
Restaurants line New Hampshire Avenue, but that is the main dining area in Colesville. There are very few chain restaurants, as most are owed by individual owners. Shopping is focused in the same area. Most hoped these areas would expand with completion of the Intercounty Connector.
It's still possible for future development in the county as people move away from the more urban areas. The cost of living and cost of homes is less in Colesville than it is in surrounding Montgomery County areas to the west and safer than Prince George's County to the east.
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Family friendlyPublic transit is accessibleWalkable to grocery storesYards are well-keptLots of parksWalkable to restaurantsFriendly neighbors Safe at night Pet friendly Streets have sidewalksA quiet areaSense of community
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Amenities
Are there many local amenities in
Colesville?
Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.
Parks
Cannon Road Local Park
Meadowood Park Playground
Meadowood Park
Meadowood Local Park
Colesville Manor Neighborhood Park
Colesville Local Park
Sherwood Forest Manor Neighborhood Park
Jackson Road Elementary School Playground
Entertainment
Martin Luther King Jr. Park
Rachel Carson House
White Oak Bowling
National Capital Trolley Museum
Ovid Hazen Wells Carousel
Wheaton Miniature Train
Cinima 1
AMC Wheaton Mall 9
Food & Drink
Wendy's
McDonald's
Dunkin'
Subway
Wing Wing
Colesville Beer & Wine
Chick-fil-A
Panera Bread
B
Commute
Is public transit available in Colesville?
Of all people who commute,
13.6% take public transportation in
Colesville.