Best Areas to Live in Gaithersburg

Gaithersburg's most frequently cited residential draws center on its walkable mixed-use districts and areas near the biotech-employer corridor.

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Downtown Crown and RIO Lakefront

These real, walkable mixed-use districts offer dining, shopping, and waterfront paths within walking distance of housing -- a genuine draw distinct from the city's suburban single-family core.

Kentlands

Kentlands is a real, separately developed, well-regarded walkable neighborhood offering a mix of housing types near shops and restaurants.

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-27. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.