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$2,150,000
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Living in Kensington, MD - Real Estate, Lifestyle and Local Guide
Discover a historic village community offering Victorian architecture, the famous Antique Row, and a character unlike any other in the DC Metro area.
Median Price
$800K to $1.2M
Walkability
65 to 75 in Old Town
Commute to DC
30 to 45 min by car or MARC
Vibe
Historic Village
Schools
WJ, BCC & Einstein Clusters (MCPS)
Living in Kensington
When people say Kensington, they often mean two different things. The Town of Kensington is a small incorporated historic district founded in 1894 as a planned Victorian community by developer Brainard Warner, inspired by the Kensington district of London. Its streets reflect Warner's original garden-suburb vision: curved roads, mature tree canopy, Victorian and Queen Anne homes, and a walkable downtown anchored by the famous Antique Row on Howard Avenue. But the 20895 zip code is much larger, encompassing a diverse range of neighborhoods, architectural styles, price points, and communities well beyond the historic town center. From mid-century ranchers and brick colonials to new construction townhomes, the broader Kensington area offers something for a wide range of buyers and sellers. Understanding which Kensington you are in matters enormously when buying or selling here.
Kensington Real Estate at a Glance
What buyers and sellers should know about this market.
The broader Kensington market, defined by the 20895 zip code, has a median home price in the range of $780K to $900K, reflecting the full diversity of housing types across the area. Within the Town of Kensington historic district, prices for established single-family homes typically range from $900K to $1.2M, with newer construction and renovated craftsman-style homes reaching $1.5M to $2M or more. Townhomes across the zip code range from the mid $500Ks to low $1Ms. The market as a whole tends to move quickly, with homes typically selling in 18 to 35 days depending on location, condition, and price point. Buyers who understand the distinction between the historic town core and the surrounding zip code neighborhoods are better positioned to find the right property at the right price.
Kensington Homes For Sale
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Properties in Kensington
$980,535
Average List Price
2,384 Ft²
Average Sq Ft
$402
Price per Ft²
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Neighborhoods & Character
Kensington contains two distinct identities. The Town of Kensington historic district is anchored by Victorian, Queen Anne, Colonial Revival, Georgian Revival, and craftsman bungalow homes on tree-lined streets with generous lots — a rare preserved garden suburb in the heart of Montgomery County. Howard Avenue, known as Antique Row, serves as the town's main street with roughly 60 independently owned shops, galleries, restaurants, and specialty stores. The Saturday farmers market at the MARC train station transforms the town center into a community gathering point every weekend. Beyond the historic core, the broader 20895 zip code encompasses South Kensington, North Kensington, Chevy Chase View, and portions of North Bethesda and Wheaton. These areas feature a wide variety of housing — mid-century ranchers, brick colonials, cape cods, split-levels, and newer construction — at a broader range of price points. This is one of the most varied and accessible markets in the close-in Montgomery County area.
Schools
Kensington is served by Montgomery County Public Schools across three different high school clusters depending on where in the zip code you live. Addresses in and near the Town of Kensington are primarily served by Walter Johnson High School, with Kensington Parkwood Elementary feeding to North Bethesda Middle School. Other parts of the 20895 zip code are served by Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School or Albert Einstein High School, with feeder schools including Rock View Elementary, Newport Mill Middle School, and Silver Creek Middle School. School assignments vary significantly by address within this zip code. Always verify current assignments directly with MCPS using the official boundary locator tool at gis.mcpsmd.org. Note: boundary changes are actively being studied for the 2027-2028 school year.
Restaurants & Dining
Kensington has a growing dining scene concentrated along Howard Avenue and the Old Town District. Local favorites include Frankly Pizza (wood-fired Neapolitan pies), The Dish & Dram (gastropub), K Town Bistro, BabyCat Brewery, Knowles Station Wine and Co., Old Town Market (provisions, wine, and sandwiches), and Potomac Sweets. La Gelatteria and Java Nation anchor the coffee and casual side of the market. The international grocery corridor along West Howard adds everyday convenience. The Town of Kensington publishes an updated Shopping and Dining Guide available at Town Hall and at explorekensington.com.
Parks & Recreation
Kensington maintains six town parks and is home to four Montgomery County parks. Key parks include Warner Circle Special Park (historic Victorian estate grounds with the 1892 Queen Anne Warner Mansion in the town center), Kensington Cabin Local Park (basketball courts, tennis courts, softball fields, playgrounds, and a historic 1934 cabin), Howard Avenue Park (home to the Kensington Historical Society's Saturday summer concert series), and St. Paul Park. Rock Creek Regional Park is easily accessible for hiking, biking, and trail use. Columbia Country Club, minutes from the town center, offers golf on a Herbert Barker-designed course.
Things To Do
Antique Row on Howard Avenue is one of the largest and best-known antiquing districts in the DC Metro area, with approximately 60 shops offering estate jewelry, vintage furniture, books, art, and collectibles. The Saturday farmers market at the MARC station is a weekly community institution running year-round. The annual Kensington Day of the Book Festival celebrates reading with live music, author readings, open mic, and community events each spring. The Warner Circle Special Park remains a beloved public green space in the heart of the historic district, with 4.5 acres of mature trees and open lawn. The historic Warner Mansion and Carriage House on the grounds are currently being sensitively restored and converted into a boutique collection of 15 residential condominiums by Washington Landmark Construction, with delivery anticipated in 2026. The park itself will remain permanently open to the public under an agreement with Montgomery Parks. The annual Kensington Car Show and Train Show are beloved community traditions that draw visitors from across the region.
Market Insights
The Kensington market is best understood as two distinct segments. The Town of Kensington historic district is supply-constrained, with limited inventory and a loyal buyer pool drawn to its architectural character and walkable downtown. The broader 20895 zip code offers more inventory and more variety, with a wider range of price points and housing types that appeal to a broader group of buyers. Across both segments, close-in location, strong schools, and access to both DC and the Beltway provide a durable foundation for long-term demand. For sellers, understanding which segment your home belongs to shapes the right pricing and marketing strategy. For buyers, knowing the differences between the town and the zip code can open up options that are not immediately obvious from a standard search.
Who Lives in Kensington?
Architecture Enthusiasts
Antique and History Lovers
DC and MARC Commuters
Independent Business Supporters
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Harry's Perspective
Harry's Local Take on Kensington
I have lived in Kensington for over a decade, and I have worked in this market for more than 30 years — so when I say I know this area, I mean both of them. There is the Town of Kensington: the historic district, the Victorian architecture, Antique Row on Howard Avenue, the farmers market at the train station, the summer concerts in Howard Avenue Park. It has a real identity and a real sense of place that is genuinely rare this close to Washington. And then there is the broader Kensington zip code: more varied, more accessible, with a wide range of housing types and price points that often get overlooked because people are focused on the historic town. Both are great markets. Both require local knowledge to navigate well. If you are buying or selling anywhere in Kensington, I can help you understand exactly which market you are in and what that means for your strategy.
Community Links
Montgomery County Public Schools
montgomeryschoolsmd.org
MCPS Boundary Locator
gis.mcpsmd.org
Town of Kensington
tok.md.gov
Explore Kensington
explorekensington.com
Kensington Historical Society
kensingtonhistory.org
Noyes Library for Young Children
montgomerycountymd.gov
Kensington Saturday Farmers Market
explorekensington.com
Montgomery Parks
montgomeryparks.org
Thinking About Moving To or Selling in Kensington?
Kensington is a one-of-a-kind market, and buying or selling here successfully requires knowing it block by block. I have been working this area for over 30 years. Let's talk.