Established early as a summer refuge for many of Washington’s prominent people, North Kensington has grown into a self-sufficient community with its own distinct identity.

Located in southern Maryland in Montgomery County, North Kensington is part of the Greater Washington DC Metropolitan Area. This beautiful community was one of the state’s first planned communities, and you’ve got to give credit to those early developers who had the foresight to create such an efficient and attractive place. The heart of Washington DC can be reached with a short 12 mile drive south.

Primarily a residential community, many of North Kensington’s residents seek the lucrative and plentiful business and job opportunities found within Washington DC and surrounding prosperous cities of Alexandria, Arlington, Bethesda, Chillum, and Mount Rainier.

Home to a rich and one-of-a-kind heritage, North Kensington is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. You’ll find that just strolling through the community to view its historic continuity can be an enriching and educational experience. Majestic Victorian homes and a commercial district featuring a row of antique stores is one of the many highlights of Kensington.

For recreation, North Kensington has an expansive parks districts ideal for many outdoor activities. The beautiful Rock Creek Park, a wilderness in the middle of a dense metropolis, surrounds a good part of North Kensington.