Quality of Life
Hagerstown, Maryland, strategically located in the rich Cumberland Valley, offers the perfect blend of urban sophistication and rural charm. Residents enjoy an excellent quality of life brimming with personal, cultural, and intellectual opportunities. Housing options are affordable, crime rates are low and the educational system is world class. In close proximity to Baltimore and Washington, D.C., metropolitan culture and lifestyle are infused into the region. As the largest city in Washington County, Hagerstown’s growth and downtown renaissance have resulted in a delightful place that fits the bill for businesses, residents and visitors.
HOUSING
Hagerstown’s historic downtown and neighborhoods are testaments to its proud heritage as the economic hub of the region. The surrounding rural countryside is home to active farmland and numerous public parks. Housing choices abound, ranging from historic to modern, quaint to grand, and everything in between. more»
PARKS/RECREATION
Whether you’re seeking relaxation, action and adventure, or a bit of both, limitless activities await you in Hagerstown. Take an afternoon hike along one of three area national and/or regional recreation trails. Enjoy a picnic at one of the city’s many scenic parks. Nestled in the south end of Hagerstown, City Park offers 50 acres of fabulous outdoor space and an array of fun activities. more»
COMMUNITY INFO
Hagerstown is all about community. From the charming downtown area, boasting picturesque historic buildings, a wonderful collection of retail shops, restaurants, and any array of cultural attractions, to the scenery of outlying rural areas, you can find it all in Hagerstown. more»
EDUCATION
Hagerstown takes great pride in its educational assets. Part of the award-winning Washington County school system, the city is home to more than 40 public and private schools. more»
STATISTICS
So many people are discovering the exceptional quality of life and low cost of living Hagerstown has to offer. Greater Hagerstown is the fastest growing metropolitan area in the state and is among the fastest growing in the nation. In just the last decade, the city has experienced more residential construction than it has in the past 50 years. more»
