About the neighborhood

Redland is a charming community characterized by quiet surroundings and several nearby parks, including Mill Creek Stream Valley Park and Redland Park, offering plenty of outdoor opportunities to explore. Accessibility to local schools is excellent, with options for both public and private education from elementary through high school levels. Several restaurants and cafes enhance the dining options within the area. Convenience is enhanced by approximately 20 bus routes with frequent stops throughout the community and access to the Shady Grove Metrorail Red Line nearby. Cycling infrastructure supports easy bicycle commuting, while proximity to major highways provides smooth connections for driving. Housing options feature a variety of single detached homes and row houses, many constructed around the early 1980s.

Characteristics

Transportation

The car is very often the favored means of transportation in Redland. Parking is easy, and it is a rather short drive to the nearest highway, such as I-370, from anywhere in this community. In contrast, getting around by public transit is challenging in Redland. Nevertheless, house owners benefit from Shady Grove with access to the Metrorail Red Line. There is the Washington Grove on the Brunswick - Washington. Residents are served by approximately 30 bus lines, and it is especially convenient to get to a nearby bus stop from most homes. The bicycle is a good method of transportation in Redland. It is sometimes difficult for pedestrians to get around in Redland as few daily needs can be met without a car.

Services

It is a reasonably short trip to reach both primary and secondary schools from anywhere in Redland. Locals have the option of public and private schools at both the elementary and high school level. With respect to food, a grocery store is ordinarily reachable within a reasonably short distance from anywhere in Redland. In addition, this part of the Greater Washington metropolitan area is a fairly good place in which to eat out, and there are also around 10 cafes in Redland.

Character

Redland is a reasonably good community to buy a home in for those who prefer a slower-paced environment. It is very easy to get to parks in the community, since there are over 50 of them close by for residents to check out, such as Washington Grove Forest Preserve - East Woods and Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park. This community is also reasonably good for those who need quiet surroundings, as noise from streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue - however noise can be problematic near I-370, the airport (Montgomery County Airpark) or one of the railway lines.

Car friendly9.4

Exceptional access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly5.6

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.6

Some pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is occasionally practical

Transit friendly3.4

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants5.8

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries6.2

Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance