Over the last half century, a unique phenomenon took place in American geography. Due to the rise of major urban centers like New York city and Los Angeles as places of work, many Americans moved to smaller, nearby communities for convenience. Although most people enjoy the unique attractions of a major city, they usually prefer to live in a place that feels less hectic.

For this reason, cities like Olney have become some of the fastest developing cities in the country. Located in Montgomery County in the Old Line state, Olney has grown from its agricultural roots over the last couple of decades to become an affluent residential area. According to the 2000 census, this Maryland city has a total population of 31,438.

Despite the rapid development that has made Olney one of the most desired cities to live in Maryland, the city has a long history that can be traced back to 1800. During that year, the village that is now Olney became established, except it was known as Mechanicsville. This old community was predominantly agricultural but quickly carved out a reputation for its excellent arts community. However, Olney's convenient location to Washington, D.C., and the high tech industrial hub of Rockville turned the city of Olney into hot property.

As new construction rates increased, the number of homes for sale were quickly snatched up. This pristine residential community has become an excellent place to raise a family.