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Highlights
- Attached garage
- Spacious townhouse
- Fully finished and heated basement
- Fully fenced backyard
Location
127 Swarthmore Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA
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Amenities for 127 Swarthmore Ave
Features
| Central Air | Three Floors |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Basement | Exterior Type: Brick Front |
Grounds
| 2 Parking Spaces | Garage Parking |
| Outdoor Space |
Other
| Architecture Style: Contemporary |
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About 127 Swarthmore Ave
Property Status: Active TENANTS ARE MOVING OUT THIS WEEK AND CLEANING/SPRUCING UP WILL BE DONE FOLLOWING THEIR MOVE. Unbeatable location and seamless commuting define this spacious and well-maintained 1,636-square-foot townhouse. Situated less than a mile from the Shady Grove Metro station, right off MD-370 and I-270 access points, and within walking distance to Walnut Plaza shopping center, this home is a commuter's dream. Inside, the practical layout features three spacious bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms, and an appliance-packed kitchen. The entire home is finished with sleek, high-enduring flooring that offers the warm look of wood while remaining incredibly durable and easy to maintain. A standout feature is the versatile, fully finished and heated basement; complete with a full bathroom and direct garage access, it serves as the perfect private home office. Outside, a fully fenced backyard provides a peaceful retreat, while the attached garage and driveway ensure effortless parking. Office Phone: (301) 980-9300 Copyright © 2026 Bright MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 127 Swarthmore Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors
Address details
| Zip code | 20877 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Gaithersburg
3-bedroom apartments at 127 Swarthmore Ave cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Gaithersburg.
Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
Gaithersburg
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $2,864 |
| September 2024 | $2,908 |
| October 2024 | $2,899 |
| November 2024 | $2,855 |
| December 2024 | $2,850 |
| January 2025 | $2,875 |
| February 2025 | $2,884 |
| March 2025 | $3,080 |
| April 2025 | $2,997 |
| May 2025 | $2,946 |
| June 2025 | $2,887 |
| July 2025 | $2,909 |
| August 2025 | $2,866 |
| September 2025 | $2,830 |
| October 2025 | $2,860 |
| November 2025 | $2,889 |
| December 2025 | $2,887 |
| January 2026 | $2,775 |
| February 2026 | $2,746 |
| March 2026 | $2,812 |
| April 2026 | $2,843 |
| May 2026 | $2,868 |
| June 2026 | $2,885 |
| July 2026 | $2,992 |
| August 2026 | $2,975 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 127 Swarthmore Ave
Washington Grove Elementary School
8712 oakmont st
gaithersburg, MD, 20877
PK, K-5Public
B
Pep - Itinerant
850 hungerford dr room 204
rockville, MD, 20850
PKPublic
Carl Sandburg Learning Center
1002 first st
rockville, MD, 20850
K-6Public
B-
Bayard Rustin Elementary School
332 w edmonston dr
rockville, MD, 20852
PK, K-5Public
A
Longview School
13900 bromfield rd
germantown, MD, 20874
K-12Public
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Getting around Gaithersburg near 127 Swarthmore Ave
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 127 Swarthmore Ave, Gaithersburg
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
6/10
Variety of bars within a short drive
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