Why Westphalia Attracts New Residents

Why Westphalia Attracts New Residents

1. Master‑Planned Live‑Work‑Play Environment

• Designed as a pedestrian- and transit‑oriented mixed-use regional center, Westphalia features an urban‑style town center with retail, commercial space, hospitality, civic uses, and over 2,500 residential units planned alongside 250,000 ft² of retail and 750,000 ft² of commercial development.

• Open spaces, greenways, wide boulevards, and public gathering places are woven into neighborhood design to foster interaction.

2. Convenient Location & Commute

• Situated just off MD Route 4/Pennsylvania Avenue, with quick access to I‑495, Branch Avenue Metro (~5 miles), and near Joint Base Andrews and Washington, D.C. (~10 miles).

• Provides easy transit access and shortened commute times to jobs and destinations across the DC metro area, Northern Virginia, and Baltimore.

3. Variety of Housing Options

• Phase 1 includes townhomes, condos, and future single‑family homes, built by Ryan Homes, D.R. Horton, DRB Homes (and others).

• Sizes range from ~1,400 ft² to 6,000 ft². Prices begin in the $300s to mid‑$400s, scaling up depending on home type and builder.

4. Community Amenities & Recreation

• The community layout includes planned walking trails, parks, ponds, greenspace, dog parks, a clubhouse, and outdoor pool.

• Model homes in Watermark and other phases feature nature trails, playgrounds, gazebos, recreational space, and central gathering amenities.

5. Schools & Education

• Zoned for Prince George’s County Public Schools, including Barack Obama Elementary, Kettering/Madison Middle, and Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School.

• Local schools are seen as attractive for families in Westphalia and Upper Marlboro.

6. Lifestyle and Community Feel 

• Offers a suburban yet evolving urban vibe: peaceful, tight-knit neighborhoods with lots of green and mature landscaping.

• Residents praise: quiet streets, friendly neighbors, well-kept yards, sidewalks, and a sense of safety (kid‑friendly, dog‑friendly, holiday spirit).

7. Nearby Entertainment & Commerce

• Minutes away from major retail hubs like Ritchie Station Marketplace, Woodmore Town Centre, MGM National Harbor, and the Navy Yard area for dining and entertainment.

• Area boasts equestrian facilities (Marlboro Ridge), the planned 150-acre Central Park, and regional events hosted at nearby venues