White Plains, MD

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White Plains, MD sits in unincorporated Charles County, just south of Waldorf, and shares the ZIP code 20695. Billingsley Park, Capital Estates, Southwinds and Kingview are a few of the neighborhoods that make up the community.

The commercial area of White Plains stretches along US-301, while most of the homes are in developments near Billingsley Road, a good distance to the west. Growth along the Route 301 corridor has brought subdivisions, townhome communities and shopping, and White Plains Regional Park, with its 18 hole public golf course, remains a well-known landmark.

Some fun facts: Route 301 and Route 5 connect White Plains to Waldorf and Washington, D.C., the nearby Potomac River offers boating, fishing and kayaking, and four distinct seasons bring fall foliage and spring blooms. Local events, festivals and community gatherings celebrate the area's heritage, and many residents commute toward Joint Base Andrews, Naval Support Facility Indian Head and Washington, D.C.

Townhome communities near Route 301 offer two and three story homes, often with an HOA and shared amenities.

Single family subdivisions feature colonials and split levels on suburban lots, many built in the last few decades.

Farther from the highway, buyers can find older homes and larger lots with a more rural feel. Some of these properties use a private well and septic system, so plan for inspections of both.

White Plains is unincorporated, so homes pay Charles County and state property taxes only.

Prices change with the season and supply, and they vary from one neighborhood to the next. Instead of relying on old averages, ask us for recent sales close to the homes you like.

Near White Plains Regional Park

Neighborhoods close to the golf course, ball fields, and playgrounds off St. Charles Parkway.

Route 301 Corridor

Homes and townhome communities with quick access to shopping, dining, and the commute north.

Billingsley Road Area

Residential streets near Billingsley Elementary, between White Plains and the Waldorf area.

Indian Head Rail Trail Area

Homes near the eastern end of the rail trail, with easy access for walking and biking.

Rural White Plains

Quieter roads with older homes and larger lots on the edges of the community.

Public Schools

White Plains students attend Charles County public schools. Younger children can go to Berry, Mary B. Neal or Dr. James Craik Elementary School, all within about 4 miles of most White Plains homes, while middle schoolers can choose Milton M. Somers or Matthew Henson Middle School.

Other schools serving the White Plains area include:

Each home is zoned for its own schools, so treat this list as examples rather than guaranteed assignments. Before you buy, confirm the zoned elementary, middle and high school for a specific address with the Charles County Public Schools Find My School locator.

Private and Alternative

Southern Maryland Christian Academy is located in White Plains, and other private and faith based schools are nearby in Waldorf and La Plata. Contact each school directly for admissions, tuition, and transportation details.

Colleges

Shopping and Restaurants

Shopping in White Plains is centered on the US-301 commercial area, and most everyday services sit between Billingsley Road and Highway 227, with downtown Waldorf just a couple of minutes north. Prime Street Grille is an upscale seafood and steak restaurant known for tuna sashimi, rockfish bites and crab cake sandwiches, Captain Mo's Seafood sells crabs and shrimp to cook at home or take out, and Mexico Restaurant serves authentic Mexican combination dinners and take-out. Tractor Supply Company and several hardware stores handle errands, and downtown La Plata adds cafes and shops to the south.

Parks and Outdoor Recreation

White Plains Regional Park offers an 18 hole public golf course, ball fields and playgrounds. The Indian Head Rail Trail begins in White Plains and stretches about 13 miles west to Indian Head through woods and wetlands, popular with bikers, walkers and runners. The nearby Potomac River adds boating, fishing and kayaking.

Entertainment and Community Activities

Sky Zone Trampoline Park in White Plains is a great way to burn off energy on a rainy afternoon. Southern Maryland Blue Crabs minor league baseball is played at the stadium in nearby Waldorf, the Charles County Fair arrives each September near La Plata, and holiday events and farmers markets in Waldorf and La Plata fill out the year. Local festivals and community gatherings celebrate the area's heritage.

Major Roads

US-301 is the main road through White Plains and the spine of its commercial area, linking Waldorf and Route 5 to the north with La Plata and Virginia to the south. Route 228 and Route 5 head toward Indian Head Highway and Joint Base Andrews, and most of the homes sit in developments near Billingsley Road, several miles west of the highway.

Nearby Communities

White Plains is an unincorporated community just south of Waldorf, and it neighbors several other Charles County communities:

• Waldorf: The county's largest community, with major shopping and dining.
• La Plata: The county seat, with the courthouse, hospital, and college.
• St. Charles: A large planned community next door to White Plains.
• Pomfret: Wooded subdivisions and larger lots to the west.
• Bryans Road: A growing community near Indian Head Highway.
• Indian Head: A small town at the western end of the rail trail.

Commuting and Employment

Many residents commute to Joint Base Andrews, Washington, D.C. or Naval Support Facility Indian Head. Route 301 and Route 5 can back up at rush hour, so try the drive at the times you would actually travel.

Public Transportation and Airports

VanGO, the county transit system, runs local bus routes, and MTA commuter buses serve the area toward Washington. Check current schedules before relying on them. Reagan National is the closest major airport, with BWI Marshall and Dulles also within driving range.

1. Central Location

Just south of Waldorf in Charles County, with ZIP code 20695 and neighborhoods like Billingsley Park, Capital Estates, Southwinds and Kingview to explore.

2. Golf and Parks

The community has a public golf course and a regional park, plus trails and scenic spots for time outdoors.

3. Rail Trail Access

The Indian Head Rail Trail begins here, and the Potomac River nearby invites boating, fishing and kayaking.

4. Newer Homes

Options range from newer townhomes and condominiums to spacious single-family homes and acreage.

5. Easy Commute Routes

US-301 and Route 5 lead toward Waldorf and Washington, D.C., with shopping, Prime Street Grille, Captain Mo's Seafood and Sky Zone close by.

6. Choice of Lifestyles

Pick a suburban neighborhood or a rural lot, with homes spanning small lots to multi-acre estates.