South Kensington City Property Records in Maryland

South Kensington is a census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland, near Kensington and Wheaton, composed largely of residential streets of detached homes. Property records cover deeds, mortgages, liens and assessments.

Deeds and plats are filed with the Clerk of the Circuit Court for Montgomery County in Rockville, and are searchable via Maryland Land Records. The Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) provides assessments, ownership and sales data. The Montgomery County Department of Finance bills and collects property taxes. Older records are held by the Maryland State Archives.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$193,793
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$905,000
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$7,837
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
0.87%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$3,141 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
87%
Population
Population:
8,057

South Kensington Property and Community Statistics

What Is the Population Profile of South Kensington

The race and ethnicity data for South Kensington shows that White residents make up the largest share, at 78% (6,286 people), followed by residents of two or more races at 6% (506 people) and Asian residents at 6% (449 people). The section also includes Black residents at 4% (344 people), Hispanic residents at 4% (331 people), American Indian residents at 1% (84 people), other races at 0.71% (57 people), and Pacific Islander residents at 0% (0 people).

White
78%
6,286
Asian
6%
449
Two + Races
6%
506
Hispanic
4%
331
Black
4%
344
American Indian
1%
84
Other Race
0.71%
57
Pacific Islander
0%
0

South Kensington, Ratings Compared Across Maryland A+

This section compares South Kensington's ratings across different aspects of life in the city, from schools and health to dining and housing. The three highest-rated categories are Public Schools, Health & Fitness, and Access to Coffee Shops, all rated A+. Other notable ratings include Access to Restaurants, Good for Families, and Good for Retirees, also at A+, as well as Commute at A- and Housing at B. Together, these ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories in South Kensington.

Public Schools
Public Schools
A+
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B-
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
A+
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
A
Nightlife
Nightlife
A
Weather
Weather
B
Commute
Commute
A-
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
A-
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
A+
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
A
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
A
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
A+
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
B-
Good for Families
Good for Families
A+
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
A+
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
A
Housing
Housing
B
Jobs
Jobs
B+
Walkability
Walkability
A

How Educated Is South Kensington

South Kensington's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including Bachelor Degree (30%), Masters Degree (27%), and Doctorate (12%). The data also includes other available education levels: High School (6%), Some College (4%), Associate Degree (3%), and Below High School (3%).

Bachelor Degree
30%
Masters Degree
27%
Doctorate
12%
High School
6%
Some College
4%
Associate Degree
3%
Below High School
3%

When Were Homes Built

South Kensington's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1940 - 1959 (64%), followed by 1960 - 1979 (17%) and 2000 - Present (7%). The data also includes other available construction periods: 1980 - 1999 (7%) and Before 1939 (5%).

1940 - 1959
64%
1960 - 1979
17%
1980 - 1999
7%
2000 - Present
7%
Before 1939
5%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

South Kensington's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 4 Bedrooms (35%), followed by 3 Bedrooms (28%) and 5 or More Bedrooms (21%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories: 2 Bedrooms (7%), 1 Bedroom (7%), and No Bedrooms (1%).

4 Bedrooms
35%
3 Bedrooms
28%
5 or More Bedrooms
21%
1 Bedroom
7%
2 Bedrooms
7%
No Bedrooms
1%

What Is the Average Age

South Kensington's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (20%), Under 10 (15%), and 45 - 54 (15%). The data also includes other available age groups: 10 - 17 (13%), 55 - 64 (13%), 35 - 44 (13%), 25 - 34 (6%), and 18 - 24 (4%).

65 Plus
20%
45 - 54
15%
Under 10
15%
55 - 64
13%
10 - 17
13%
35 - 44
13%
25 - 34
6%
18 - 24
4%

Property Market Trends at South Kensington

South Kensington's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $905,000. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $3,141 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in South Kensington's dynamic real estate landscape.

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