Silver Spring's Transformation to a Millennial Haven

Over the past decade, Silver Spring has undergone a transformation that has turned it into a major business hub with a vibrant, bustling downtown area, attracting thousands of people who want to live in one of the most exciting D.C. suburbs. More recently, the hipness of Washington, D.C. that has attracted waves of millennials to the nation’s capital is spilling over to Silver Spring, transforming it into a haven for millennials – and with a lower cost of living than the District.

Silver Spring was dubbed Silver “Sprung” a decade ago when the area first started its redevelopment, and it seems that the area is on the verge of another type of renaissance, with the addition of hip, eclectic shops and dining options that are perfect for millennials. According to a recent article from the Washington Post, these millennial-centered spots include specialty coffee shops, small ethnic restaurants, a Montgomery County brewery, and a bao bun shop.

What’s better, the collection of shopping, services, dining and entertainment in Silver Spring – both major developments and smaller, hip companies – are all contained in one walkable area, allowing millennial residents to enjoy the urban lifestyle they crave. This walkability in Silver Spring is just one of the many reasons why Silver Spring is perfect for millennials!

Another reason is the affordability of the area, when compared with neighboring Washington, D.C. Silver Spring offers a vibrant lifestyle with a growing variety of shopping, services, dining and entertainment options, with apartment rent that is about 28% lower than in Washington, D.C., according to research and data website Numbeo. And with quick access to the District via the Silver Spring metro, it’s a breeze for Silver Spring residents to get into the city whenever they want.

The Point at Silver Spring apartments are great for renters of all ages, but our amenities make them especially perfect for millennials. A health club with a yoga studio, rooftop pool, gourmet coffee café, game room and WiFi throughout the building and courtyard area are all features you’ll find at The Point at Silver Spring, truly setting our apartment building apart from others in the area. Add to the mix our spacious, expertly-designed studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments and you’ve got the perfect combination for a millennial who wants to take full advantage of the benefits of Silver Spring!

SOURCE: The Washington Post, Numbeo