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Colesville MD

Colesville is a census-designated place and an unincorporated area in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States. It had a population of 15,421 as of the 2020 census.

As an unincorporated area, Colesville's boundaries are not officially defined. Many residents consider the town to be one of the many neighborhoods of Silver Spring. Colesville is recognized by USPS as an acceptable city name in two northeastern Montgomery County ZIP codes, with Silver Spring being the preferred city name. It is also recognized by the United States Census Bureau as a census-designated place and by the United States Geological Survey as a populated place.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the place has a total area of 9.2 square miles (24 km²), all land. Colesville's generally accepted boundaries extend between the Northwest and Paint Branches of the Anacostia River. Its northern and southern boundaries are not as well-defined but are usually assumed to run from Springbrook High School in the south to Cloverly in the north.

The first land was purchased in Colesville from the Lords Baltimore in 1714 when Archibald Edmonston patented "Easy Purchase", a 900-acre (3.6 km²) tract that extended from Meadowood south to near present-day Route 29. In 1715, "Easy Purchase" was bought by James Beall Sr., who that year also patented "Drumeldry", a 225-acre (0.91 km²) tract from the Northwest Branch across Notley Road to Shannon Drive. In 1718, his nephew William Beall patented "Wolf's Den", a 317-acre (1.28 km²) tract that straddled today's Bonifant Road and ran from Notley Road to Pebblestone Drive, and then southwest across the Northwest Branch.

However, none of these early landowners resided in Colesville. Robert Lazenby, thought to be the son of Henry Lazenby, High Sheriff of Anne Arundel County, purchased 217 acres (0.88 km²) of the southern part of "Wolf's Den" from William Beall in 1723, and became the first resident farmer in Colesville.

Colesville places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. The city boasts several parks and recreational areas, such as the beautiful Northwest Branch Stream Valley Park, where visitors can enjoy hiking, picnicking, and birdwatching. MedStar Montgomery Medical Center offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Start your day at Fairland Sports and Aquatics Complex, which provides an array of fitness classes, a swimming pool, and sports facilities. Visit Power in Breath Yoga for yoga classes that cater to all skill levels. Fit360DC in nearby Silver Spring provides personal training and group fitness sessions. For those looking to relax, Graceful Touch Spa offers therapeutic massages and wellness treatments.

Top sites in Colesville, MD include the National Capital Trolley Museum, Pilgrim Hills Local Park, and Brookside Gardens.

Elevation: 436 ft (133 m). ZIP Code: 20904. Area Code: 301, 240. Area: 5.13 sq mi (13.28 km²). Population: 15,421 (2020)

FAQs

What are the demographics of Colesville, MD?

As of the 2010 United States Census, Colesville's population was 44.8% White, 28.3% African-American, 0.3% American Indian or Alaska Native, 16.1% Asian, 0.0% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, 6.6% from some other race and 3.9% from two or more races. 14.9% of the population was Hispanic or Latino (of any race). White Hispanics/Latinos and Hispanics/Latinos from some other race comprised 6.6% and 6.1% of Colesville's population, respectively. 38.2% of Colesville's residents are non-Hispanic White Americans, 27.7% are non-Hispanic African Americans and 16% are non-Hispanic Asian Americans.

What is the history of Colesville, MD?

The first land was purchased in Colesville from the Lords Baltimore in 1714 when Archibald Edmonston patented "Easy Purchase", a 900-acre (3.6 km²) tract that extended from Meadowood south to near present-day Route 29. In 1715, "Easy Purchase" was bought by James Beall Sr., who that year also patented "Drumeldry", a 225-acre (0.91 km²) tract from the Northwest Branch across Notley Road to Shannon Drive. In 1718, his nephew William Beall patented "Wolf's Den", a 317-acre (1.28 km²) tract that straddled today's Bonifant Road and ran from Notley Road to Pebblestone Drive, and then southwest across the Northwest Branch.

Is Colesville, MD a good place to live?

Colesville is in Montgomery County and is one of the best places to live in Maryland. Living in Colesville offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Colesville, there are a lot of parks. Many retirees live in Colesville and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Colesville are highly rated.

Sources

Montgomery County

Wikipedia

Niche

National Capital Trolley Museum

Pilgrim Hills Local Park

Brookside Gardens

Northwest Branch Stream Valley Park

MedStar Montgomery Medical Center

Fairland Sports and Aquatics Complex

Power in Breath Yoga

Fit360DC

Graceful Touch Spa

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