Germantown

Germantown, Maryland, is an up-and-coming urbanized census-designated place that is becoming increasingly popular due to its rapid economic and population growth. Germantown is the third most populous place in Maryland, and if it were to incorporate as a city, it would become the second largest incorporated city in Maryland, after Baltimore. Located just a short distance from the U.S. capitol of Washington, D.C., Germantown is an important part of the Washington Metropolitan Area.

Germantown's fascinating history dates back to the 1830s and 1840s when the central business area was focused around the intersection of Liberty Mill Road and Clopper Road. Several German immigrants set up shop at the intersection and the town became known as "German Town", even though most residents of the town were of English or Scottish descent. Today, Germantown is an urbanized "town center" with a vibrant and bustling atmosphere, a thriving business community, and a diverse and growing population.

One of Germantown's most notable attractions is the Maryland SoccerPlex, a sports complex that opened in October 2000. The complex features nineteen natural grass fields, three artificial fields, a 5,200 seat soccer stadium with lighting and press box, eight indoor convertible basketball/volleyball courts, two miniature golf courses, a splash park, a driving range, an archery course, community garden, model boat pond, two BMX courses, tennis center, and a swim center. The soccerplex is the current home of the Washington Spirit of the National Women's Soccer League.

In addition to the Maryland SoccerPlex, Germantown is home to many high-tech companies, including Library Systems & Services, Qiagen North America, Earth Network Systems Inc., Digital Receiver Technology Inc., Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union, and Hughes Network Systems. Many other companies have offices in the area, including Wabtec, Xerox, General Electric Aviation, WeatherBug, and Proxy Aviation Systems.

With its rapid growth and dynamic atmosphere, Germantown is definitely a place to watch in the coming years. Whether you're a business owner looking to expand, a resident looking for an exciting place to live, or a visitor looking for a vibrant community to explore, Germantown is sure to offer something for everyone.