THE LIST: Gaithersburg

And we're back. The second list is all about Gaithersburg, where the housing market is still on fire. In Montgomery Village, for instance, homes on the market an average of 4, yes, I said it, 4 days. "Ideally located 20 miles northwest of Washington, D.C., the city of Gaithersburg, Maryland, is a quintessential community for people who seek a slower pace of life but want to maintain easy access to the hustle and bustle of the nation's capital. Moving into one of the homes for sale in Gaithersburg will also put you near several historic and cultural attractions. Boasting excellent schools and lower crime rates, Gaithersburg is a popular option for D.C. workers raising a family." (from the Long & Foster website)

THE LIST: Gaithersburg

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