About
To the west of Fort Meade is Laurel, a town known for affordability and convenience. Mainly residential with pockets of retail space and corporate office parks, its two MARC commuter train stations make it popular with Washington D.C. commuters.
Laurel has a small historic district where you can see remnants of its past as a mill town. The area hosts the annual Main Street Festival, a celebration of Laurel that draws thousands of people and features a parade, food vendors, and bands.
The city straddles three counties—Anne Arundel, Howard, and Prince George’s—and property taxes and school options will vary depending on where you live in Laurel. When looking for properties in the area, be sure you are familiar with the costs and benefits of each county. A seasoned AgentHero can help point you to the area that will best suit your family’s needs.
Neighbors
Laurel’s wide range of homes attracts working and middle-class families to the area. There are many government workers and military members living in the city.
Neighborhood Feel
Laurel has a bit more of an urban vibe than some of the nearby communities, but still enjoys a strong sense of community.
