Burtonsville MD , Washington Suburb Guide

Twenty miles north of the Nation's Capital in Montgomery County, lies the miniscule suburb of Burtonsvillem, MD. Boasting less than 9,000 residents and covering only about eight square miles of area, Burtonsville, MD real estate is located along Route 29, just an easy commute in either direction to Washington, DC or Baltimore.

Can You Enjoy Drinks and Nightlife in Burtonsville?

Though it's one of D.C.'s smaller suburbs, Burtonsville boasts several fine drinking establishments where you can grab a bite to eat alongside your favorite beverage and maybe take in some live entertainment or sports on the big screen, too.

• Chapala Blue Beetle Rock Bar -- The locals know it as The Blue Beetle, and it's Burtonsville's prime destination for live bands and cold drinks. Located on Old Columbia Pike, in the heart of everything, the Blue Beetle is the best place to catch up on your favorite local and traveling bands or to participate in the annual Beer Pong Winter Tournament. 
• Greene Turtle -- the Greene Turtle is the place to go when you want to watch the game with good friends, cold beer or your favorite specialty drinks. Choose from a menu that's famous for its wings and burgers, or take in happy hour for special pricing on food and fun. The Greene Turtle is yet another fun venue positioned along Burtonsville's Old Columbia Pike.
• Hickory Bar and Grill -- When it's a taste of the south you crave, stop by the Hickory Bar and Grill on Old Columbia Pike for an evening of fine food and fellowship. Browse from the menu that includes such offerings as Orleans Avocado Chicken and Cajun Spitfire Shrimp, or belly up to the bar to watch your favorite team win the championship while partaking of your favorite beers and cocktails. 

Where Can You Find Family Fun in Burtonsville?

A short five-mile drive will take you to the National Capital Trolley Museum where you can take the kids to learn about the railways and streetcars used to run the nation. Take a ride on a real street car and see what life was like 130 years ago as small towns built up around these sleek transportation systems.

Eight miles away, you'll find the National Cryptologic Museum. Operated by the National Security Agency, the National Cryptologic Museum houses artifacts that tell the story of our country through exhibits of artifacts that pertain to the industry. 

Another short drive away lies the Ridge Road Recreational Park -- the perfect hotspot for families wishing for a little room to run and play in the great outdoors. Located along Frederick RD in Germantown, this scenic park encompasses 56 sprawling acres that offer tennis and volleyball courts as well as ball fields and an inline skating rink. 

Are There Good Places to Shop in Burtonsville?

Burtonsville residents have long been rallying for revitalization of their town and shopping areas, and many new and exciting plans are in the development stages at this point, including upgrades to local malls. 

Burtonsville Town Square, at the corner of Routes 29 and 128 is a newer addition, featuring anchor stores Giant, CVS, and PETCO, along with a host of smaller retailers, service providers and food providers such as Domino's Pizza, Roy Rogers and Verizon. It's just a convenient hop to this shopping mall along Old Columbia Pike for easy errand running and lunch on the quick.

Does Burtonsville Have Community Spirit?

Every year in September, Burtonsville residents band together to celebrate Burtonsville Day with a parade and outdoor festival. Scheduled activities include such fare as moonbounces, face painting, a bike rodeo, live bands, demonstrations by local areas dancers and fitness gurus, food and craft vendors, and even a pet show. It's an opportunity for neighbors to take to the streets for a day of relaxed mingling and more. 

Every spring, residents enjoy the week-long Montgomery County Spring Fair that happens along Sandy Spring RD in Burtonsville. Featuring live music, a strawberry celebration, rides and amusements, fireworks and a beer garden for the grown-ups, the annual spring fair is one of Burtonsville's most charming traditions. If you love small-town community spirit, you'll find it here amidst the many tasty food trucks, arts and crafts vendors and face-painting artists that Burtonsville has to offer. 

Can You Buy Farm-Fresh Produce in Burtonsville?

Yes. Burtonsville is home to several farm markets and nurseries, including both the Twin Maple Farm Market and the Meadow Farms Nursery on New Columbia Pike, Bell Nursery on Bell RD and Country Nursery on Spencerville RD. Between all of these, you can pick your own apples, blueberries, cherries, and raspberries, or select your annual Christmas tree of Virginia Pine, Colorado Blue Spruce, or Fraser Fir. At the local farmer's market, you'll find a variety of fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables to complement every home-cooked dinner. 

If your new home search focuses on the area outside the Nation's Capital, remember to give Burtonsville, MD real estate a long, hard look. You're going to love what you see.