Great Facts About the Small Town of Somerset, Maryland

Maintaining its small town feeling despite being an incorporated town, Somerset lies within Chevy Chase in Montgomery County, Maryland. Its humble beginning dates back in 1890 when a group of five scientists purchased a parcel of a tobacco farmland to create a residential community. This is where current Somerset homes stand giving shelter to nearly 1500 individuals distributed in 406 households and 326 families.

Somerset brags off of its great collection of establishments making lives of Somerset home owners very comfortable and convenient. There are numerous shopping districts in the area especially in its borders near the Washington DC area. These shopping centers are hosts to boutiques, retail stores, salons, and food houses. Popular shopping areas include Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale’s, and The Shops at Wisconsin Place.

Feeding the appetite of Somerset home residents is a bunch of restaurants, pizza parlors, cafes, diners, and fast food chains. Somerset is filled with establishments offering mouth-watering cuisines ranging from native dishes to those that are Oriental and European.

Most of the amusement centers and recreation spots are located in the Bethesda-Chevy Chase area. If you are a nature lover, you’ll certainly like hearing beautiful music while butterflies roam around in the relaxing Brookside Gardens. Various athletic and performance centers also provide healthy ways of having fun to Somerset home residents. Next Level, Lax Factor, and the Adventure School Rock Climbing contribute to the joyful atmosphere within Somerset.

Adding fun and excitement to the lives of Somerset home residents are various parks like the Woodacres Local Park located in Wynnwood Road. It covers 10.4 acres of land with spots for softball and baseball. It has a playground where kids and teenagers outlast each other’s energy. The family can have their meals together at the picnic areas.

If you value your health, so does the healthcare community in Somerset real estate neighborhood. Hospitals and clinics abound nearby Somerset home and even in its borders in Bethesda and Washington DC. One of the best known hospitals in the area is the Children’s National Medical Center. There are also special clinics catering to dental and dermatological needs.

Living in a small town like Somerset brings forth many advantages on your side. Be in the circle of Somerset home residents that enjoy the comfort of small-town living without compromising convenience. Do you think that living in Somerset suit your lifestyle?

Latest Homes in Somerset

 Weyburn Road
 Somerset VA 22972

$1,590,000

Weyburn Road , Somerset

296 acres in beautiful Somerset with lots of road frontage on two roads--several ponds--zoned Industrial and Agricultural with RAIL spur and access

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 Jacksontown Road
 Somerset VA 22972

$795,000

Jacksontown Road , Somerset

74.25 acres of beautiful land with spectacular Blue Ridge mountain views in the most desirable Somerset area in Orange County near historic Montpelier. Great home sites,...

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11183 Jacksontown Road
 Somerset VA 22972

$105,000

11183 Jacksontown Road , Somerset

Located a short distance from the town of Orange and between historic Montpelier Station and Somerset. This cottage was built by and has been owned by the original famil...

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6094 Blue Run Road
 Somerset VA 22972

$759,900

6094 Blue Run Road , Somerset

Nestled on a large country plot in desirable Somerset, VA where you can escape the noise, hustle & bustle. Privacy & seclusion are yours on this 96+ acres in conservatio...

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8381 Old Somerset Road
 Somerset VA 22972

$215,000

8381 Old Somerset Road , Somerset

New Home in Somerset. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, brick ranch on private 3 acre lot. Cathederal ceilings with 3 skylights in large living room. Separate dining room, harwood flo...

  • Beds 3
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14472 Blue Ridge Tpke 
 Somerset VA 22972

$109,300 Decreased $115,400
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14472 Blue Ridge Tpke , Somerset

Three bedroom, one bath home on lovely lot. Property & home being sold "AS IS." House needs repairs. No well on property.

  • Beds 3
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 Old Somerset Road
 Somerset VA 22972

$79,900

Old Somerset Road , Somerset

4+ acres---wonderful wooded grounds with Rapidan river frontage---perfect for year round or summer cottage--- conveniently located just passed the Somerset store, easy tr...

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