Greenbelt Apartments and Rentals

Located in Prince George's County, Greenbelt, Md., is home to 23 playgrounds, 190 acres of park land and the 1,100-acre Greenbelt National Park. The U.S. Census Bureau notes that Greenbelt had a population of 23,068 residents in 2010, and the city encompasses 6.28 square miles of land.

There are approximately 3,674 people per square mile in Greenbelt, which serves as the intersecting point for four major highways. Greenbelt is located less than 30 minutes from two major airports, while and a rapid rail transit station that links Washington, D.C., to New York is approximately two miles away.

Newcomers may find that there is a lot to like about the Greenbelt apartments for rent. Greenbelt provides a number of transportation options, and is a suburb of Washington, D.C., that is located about 11 miles northeast of the nation's capital.

Greenbelt was established in 1937 as a planned community modeled after the English garden cities of the 19th century. Homes in Greenbelt were originally constructed into superblocks that enabled residents to travel to and from the center of the area without having to cross a major street. Greenbelt's architecture featured an Art Deco style, and the area was the first to be built as a federal venture in housing. 

Those who seek apartments for rent in Greenbelt, Md., may notice the city is filled with younger residents. The U.S. Census Bureau reports that 7.5 percent of Greenbelt's residents were 65 years old and up in 2010, which is nearly 5 percent lower than the state's average. The city's population increased 0.9 percent during the same time frame - on par with the state's average.

Greenbelt features two preschool programs, four elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. Prince George's County Public Schools serve students throughout the city.

The University of Maryland (UMD) is a top option for many Greenbelt residents. This school is located in College Park, which is about five miles southwest of Greenbelt. UMD had an enrollment of 37,631 graduate and undergraduate students in fall 2011 and employed 13,451 workers during this time frame. The university features 12 schools, 20 Division I NCAA teams, 112 graduate degrees and 127 undergraduate majors.

While there are a variety of available rentals in Greenbelt, you may find it's more expensive to live in this city compared to other parts of the United States. Typically, apartments in Greenbelt range between $1,200 and $1,800 per month, depending on the size and features of the unit.

The Greenbelt Museum provides a great opportunity for residents to learn about the area's past. It features educational programs, exhibits, public lectures and walking tours to educate visitors about how Greenbelt has grown to become the city is is today. 

Visit NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt to gain a better understanding about space travel. This center has been a part of the community since 1959 and was NASA's first space flight complex. It was named after Dr. Robert H. Goddard, an American innovator who developed the initial liquid-fueled rocket. 

Buddy Attick Lake Park is popular with residents hoping to enjoy the great outdoors. It is located on a 23-acre lake and has a picnic area that features benches, grills and tables. Visitors can make their way around the lake on a dirt and stone path that provides a picturesque view of the water.

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