Laurel is located in northern Prince George’s County. Dating back to the 1800s, the city is still home to several buildings from that time period, many of which make up Laurel’s historic district. These include an 1840s home that serves as a museum and Snowden Hall, a Georgian residence that sits on the grounds of the Patuxent Wildlife Research Center. Many Laurel real estate owners choose to live in the city’s historic district, attracted by the amenities located along Laurel’s Main Street. Others prefer the nearby planned community of Konterra, a 2,200-acre New Urban village. Regardless, all Laurel real estate owners enjoy the city’s relaxed pace of life and popular annual events, including RiverFest and the Laurel Main Street Festival.

Thanks to two Maryland Area Rail Commuter (MARC) train stations, both Baltimore and Washington, D.C. are easily accessible from Laurel real estate. The city is therefore popular among commuters and business professionals. But families also appreciate Laurel’s low crime rate and excellent public schools, including two elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. Laurel real estate is also home to the Laurel College Center and Capitol College, a private non-profit college founded in 1927.