White Plains, MD

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We help buyers compare White Plains homes by home age, HOA rules, school zones, and drive time to Route 301 and Route 5, so you can narrow your search before you tour.

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White Plains is an unincorporated community in central Charles County. Most addresses use ZIP code 20695, and the area sits between Waldorf to the north and La Plata to the south.

Once mostly farmland, White Plains has grown with the rest of the Route 301 corridor, adding subdivisions, townhome communities, and shopping. White Plains Regional Park, with its 18 hole public golf course, is one of the community's best known landmarks.

Many residents commute toward Joint Base Andrews, Naval Support Facility Indian Head, and Washington, D.C., while others work at county offices, the hospital, and the college in La Plata.

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

Charles County Public Schools runs the public elementary, middle, and high schools for White Plains.

Nearby schools in the White Plains area include:

These schools are nearby examples, not guaranteed assignments for every White Plains address. Buyers should confirm the assigned schools for a specific property with the Charles County Public Schools Find My School locator before buying.

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

White Plains has shopping centers and restaurants along Route 301, and the larger retail and dining hub in Waldorf is minutes north. Downtown La Plata adds local cafes and shops to the south.

Parks and Outdoor Recreation

White Plains Regional Park has an 18 hole public golf course, ball fields, and playgrounds. The Indian Head Rail Trail starts in White Plains and runs about 13 miles west to Indian Head through woods and wetlands, a favorite for biking, walking, and running.

Entertainment and Community Activities

Southern Maryland Blue Crabs minor league baseball games are played at the stadium in nearby Waldorf, and the Charles County Fair is held each September near La Plata. Holiday events and farmers markets in Waldorf and La Plata round out the year.

Major Roads

US 301 runs north and south through White Plains, connecting to Waldorf and Route 5 to the north and La Plata and Virginia to the south. Route 228 and Route 5 lead toward Indian Head Highway and Joint Base Andrews.

Nearby Communities

White Plains sits close to several 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

Joint Base Andrews, Washington, D.C., and Naval Support Facility Indian Head are common commutes. Route 301 and Route 5 traffic can be heavy at rush hour, so test your drive at the times you would really 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

White Plains sits between Waldorf shopping and La Plata services.

2. Golf and Parks

A public golf course and regional park are right in the community.

3. Rail Trail Access

The Indian Head Rail Trail starts in White Plains.

4. Newer Homes

Many neighborhoods offer newer townhomes and single family homes.

5. Easy Commute Routes

Route 301 and Route 5 lead north toward Washington.

6. Choice of Lifestyles

Buyers can choose suburban neighborhoods or rural lots.