Old Town College Park

Old Town College Park is a historic residential district developed from the 1880s onward, containing homes that display Victorian, Colonial Revival, and Craftsman architectural styles. The neighborhood spans 120 acres with buildings arranged in a grid pattern that remains largely intact from its original planning.

The area was established in 1889 as a residential community for staff of Maryland Agricultural College and for people commuting to nearby cities. Its development closely followed the expansion of the college and the arrival of railroad connections that made the location attractive.

The neighborhood reflects how people of different backgrounds lived together in a growing college town, with homes and buildings that show the community valued both family life and shared housing. Walking through, you notice how residential streets blend with churches and academic buildings, creating a place where students, faculty, and local families all had their roles.

Walking is the best way to explore the neighborhood and observe the architecture and street layout from ground level. The location is close to the University of Maryland campus and US Route 1, making it easy to reach by car or on foot from surrounding areas.

The district contains a rare blend of traditional single-family homes alongside specialized academic residences and garden-style apartments, showing how closely the neighborhood was tied to the college community. This mix of housing types in one neighborhood is uncommon for suburbs of that era.

Location: College Park

GPS coordinates: 38.96640,-76.93670

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:25