Median home cost: $591,000
Population: 1,650
Families (Ages 0-17): 38%
8 Sports Fields (LOUYAA Fields)
1 Area Audubon Sanctuary
Top schools: Deer Crossing Elementary School, New Market Elementary School, New Market Middle School
Since 1793, the town of New Market has been inviting travelers to rest on their way from Baltimore to Frederick and vice versa as a stop on the National Road — the first major improved highway in the country connecting Baltimore to the west. Known as “the antiques capital of Maryland,” the colonial town stays in touch with its historic roots, and its local boutiques, restaurants and community events on Main Street make it the perfect place to stroll or grab a bite to eat while exploring nearby attractions.
Small-town Charm
The town of New Market spans roughly two miles from West Main Street to East Main Street. Stop in for breakfast or lunch at Prospect Pantry, a family-friendly local café. Then take the family to the Adventure Park USA amusement park. Enjoy activities there like roller coasters, go-karts, laser tag, ziplining, a ropes course and more. After a day of fun in the sun, families can relax at the family-friendly New Market Plains Vineyards.
Shops on Main Street
Walk into Gayla’s, an antique store with collectables, handbags and jewelry. Pottery heads will love The Village Potter. Shop both decorative and functional unique pottery, handmade on a pottery wheel. After you’ve shopped till you drop, head to New Age Nails & Body salon for some pampering.
More for Families
• Art on Main Butterfly Garden
• New Market Historic District (part of Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area GeoTrail)
• Gaver Farm (east of Woodspring)
• New Market Community Park Playground
• MMPAC – Mid Maryland Performing Arts Center
Family-Friendly Eats
• 5 West Café
• The Derby Restaurant & Bar
• Vintage Restaurant
• Asian Bistro
• King’s Pasquales
Local Pediatricians & Medical Care
• Sara Cowan, APRN, CPNP-PC (Frederick County Pediatrics) (north of Green Valley)
• Alexandra Price, APRN, CPNP- PC (Frederick County Pediatrics) (north of Green Valley)
• Dr. David Detterline (Detterline Orthodontics)
