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Living in Waldorf
Waldorf is a residential, unincorporated area south of Washington, D.C. in Maryland. With plentiful shopping and plans for further downtown upgrades, it is popular among active…
Waldorf is a residential, unincorporated area south of Washington, D.C. in Maryland. With plentiful shopping and plans for further downtown upgrades, it is popular among active adults. In addition, Waldorf 55+ community residents love the easy access to outdoor recreation like hiking and fishing.
Waldorf Climate & Geography
Located in Central Maryland, Waldorf has a coastal continental climate with subtropical influence. Summers are warm, but can have hot and sticky spells with frequent afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cool and reach freezing temperatures, but these freezes are short. There is higher-than-average rainfall, less-than-average snowfall, and around 199 days of sun each year.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment in the Waldorf Area
Active adults looking for outdoor recreation head to Cedarville State Forest, directly east of Waldorf, where visitors can hike, bike, and fish. The Piscataway Park nearby also provides scenic boardwalks and nature trails. In addition, Potomac Ridge Golf Course is a public course in the town.
For brand-name and designer shopping and dining options, residents head to The Shops at Waldorf Center and the nearby St. Charles Towne Center. Outside of these malls, the city has a revitalization plan for its downtown corridor, and it intends to open numerous boutique and commercial shops, a multi-purpose civic center, and host family events in public spaces and parks.
Other local amenities include several breweries and two local weekend farmers markets. In addition, D.C. is nearby, located just over an hour north of Waldorf.
Waldorf Cost of Living & Taxes
Waldorf’s cost of living is higher than the national average because of housing and transportation costs. These are followed closely by utilities and groceries, while health care is below average.
Maryland does not tax Social Security benefits, and while income from non-public pensions and retirement savings account are taxed, they are eligible for deduction. Property taxes are average for the country, and there is a Homestead Tax Credit available. Maryland has a flat sales tax rate of 6 percent, which is below average.
Health Care in Waldorf
55+ communities in Waldorf are part of the The D.C. metro area which scores well on Gallup’s Well-Being Index, ranking in the top 25 communities across the country.
There are no hospitals in Waldorf, but there are several hospitals in nearby towns that are rated high performing by U.S. News. These include Fort Washington Medical Center in Oxon Hill, MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center in Clinton, and Inova Mount Vernon Hospital in Alexandria.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Waldorf, there is 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ community in Waldorf has 240 homes, the largest has 240 homes, and the average community consists of 240 homes.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Waldorf.
On average, listings in 55+ community in Waldorf stay on the market for around 566 days. The average price of homes for sale in this community is approximately $558,494, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the community. For example, homes in Colonial Charles average around $558,494.
147 communities near Waldorf
730 homes near Waldorf
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,369 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,292 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,602 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,003 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,325 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,860 sq ft
|House
1 beds
|2 baths
|874 sq ft
|Condo
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,606 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,347 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,625 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,391 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,164 sq ft
1 beds
|2 baths
|803 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|4 baths
|3,735 sq ft
4 beds
|4 baths
|4,939 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|4,050 sq ft
1 beds
|2 baths
|930 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,149 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,900 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,602 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,900 sq ft
|Condo
4 beds
|4 baths
|4,062 sq ft
4 beds
|4 baths
|4,501 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,821 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,387 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,093 sq ft
|Condo
Frequently Asked Questions
In Waldorf, there is 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ community in Waldorf has 240 homes, the largest has 240 homes, and the average community consists of 240 homes.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Waldorf.
On average, listings in 55+ community in Waldorf stay on the market for around 566 days. The average price of homes for sale in this community is approximately $558,494, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the community. For example, homes in Colonial Charles average around $558,494.
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