The Jewel of the Mid-Atlantic, Maryland is one of the most beautiful and beloved parts of the country. Maryland is sometimes called “America in Miniature” because there is so much to see, and the state is so reflective of the country as a whole.
From the excitement of Baltimore to the Chesapeake Bay, from DC to the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, and all the way to the Eastern Shore, natural beauty and culture make Maryland an extraordinary place to live.
If you’re thinking of making Maryland home, you’ll want to find the area that’s right for you. With so many amazing places to choose from, you’re sure to find a Pulte neighborhood that’s right where you want to be.
Best Cities in Maryland
For everything from big-city excitement to small town charm, coastal resort vibes to suburban enclaves, Maryland has a plethora of good neighborhoods that are just right for you and your family.
Baltimore Area
Baltimore is one of the most exciting cities in the country with legendary sports teams, a fantastic nightlife, and many historical sites rich in American history. If you are looking for new construction homes in Baltimore, check out our top picks for your new home:
Ellicott City
For historic charm, this Colonial-era city outside of Baltimore can’t be beat. Its museums, inns, restaurants, and shops lie in the heart of the picturesque Tiber River valley. Here you’ll find an appreciation for the historic past side-by-side with proximity to the convenience and excitement of modern Baltimore. Ellicott City has been named to many lists of the best places to live in the US, in part because of its great schools and appreciation for its natural setting, with hundreds of miles of hiking, biking, and other outdoor recreational space. Browse through our new homes for sale in Ellicott City if the above interests you!
Hanover
Nestled in the heart of the Baltimore/Annapolis corridor, Hanover enjoys proximity to the best of Maryland. From its setting in the Chesapeake Bay area, locals enjoy easy access to recreational activities, boating, crabbing, and more. The incredible shopping district at nearby Arundel Mills offers dining, shopping, and entertainment options galore. Our new build homes in Hanover can put you and your family in the heart of this great city.
Laurel
New homes in Laurel offer the best of both contemporary living and historic setting in a picturesque suburban setting. Laurel is home to Fort Meade Army Base, the National Security Agency (NSA), and the Applied Physics Laboratory at Johns Hopkins University, so excellent jobs are abundant here and the economy is booming. Great schools, an emphasis on outdoor activity, and abundant natural beauty makes Laurel one of Maryland’s best places to live.
DC Metro
There’s no place like DC for year-round excitement. Whether you move here for the world-class schools and universities, the excitement of the political world, or just proximity to one of the most beautiful and historic cities in the country, you’re sure to love the Maryland side of DC.
Clarksburg
Located in the heart of one of the most sought-after areas in the country — Montgomery County, Maryland – new homes in Clarksburg offer everything you love DC for. Diversity, great schools, historic charm, and suburban convenience — it’s all here. For DC-area families, it doesn’t get much better than Clarksburg.
Gaithersburg
Home to a variety of industry leaders — like IBM, Lockheed Martin Information Systems, and Sodexo — Gaithersburg combines an appreciation for its historic past with its role as one of the most exciting suburban areas of DC. Great schools, a diverse population, and an abundance of high-paying jobs makes new construction in Gaithersburg a great option for DC-area professionals and their families.
Germantown
Quiet, safe, and prosperous – new homes in Germantown consistently rank among Maryland’s most desirable communities. This suburban enclave has great schools, extensive outdoor recreational areas, and is the home of BlackRock Center for the Arts, a mecca for visual and performing artists in the area.
Rockville
Rockville is one of Maryland’s oldest and largest towns. With schools that are among the best in the nation and a highly educated workforce, Rockville is a prosperous DC suburb that is ideal for families. With companies like Quest and Lockheed Martin located here, the local economy is booming, and for those working in DC, a new home in Rockville is still close enough for a convenient commute.
Maryland Beaches
Maryland’s legendary Eastern Shore is the setting for extraordinary beauty and the Maryland crabs that are the state’s symbol. And with beach communities from the tourist-heavy to the quaint, there’s no shortage of salt, sun, and sand here. Whether it’s a vacation home or a year round abode, there are plenty of options for new construction in the Maryland Beach area.
Berlin
Berlin is considered one of the most charming small towns in the country, with a picture-perfect Main Street and proximity to Maryland beaches large and small. In addition, new homes in Berlin share in the storied past as a part of Maryland horse country; horseback riding along the beach brings you the best of both worlds.
Best Places to Live in Maryland for Families
Any of the cities on this list makes a great setting for your family’s life. Because of Maryland’s ongoing investment in education, schools here tend to be among the best in the country. In addition, because most areas focus on the environment and the abundant natural resources, Maryland families can enjoy hiking, biking, boating, and other adventures in the natural world practically year-round.
Whether you are more focused on great jobs, great schools, an appreciation for nature, healthy living, or historical sites, you’ll find so much to love in communities all over Maryland. There’s a Pulte community wherever you want to be in the Mid-Atlantic’s “Free State.”