Why Live in Christopher
Christopher, part of the Hamilton-Lauraville area in Northeast Baltimore, offers a suburban feel within city limits. This tight-knit, front-porch community is known for its tree-lined streets and long-term residents. Homes, built between 1920 and 1950, include Cape Cods, cottages, bungalows, Craftsman-style houses, Dutch colonials, and American foursquares, featuring stained-glass windows, hardwood floors, and crystal door knobs. The neighborhood is exclusively residential but within walking distance of shops, restaurants, a major park, and public schools. Harford Road, a 10-minute walk for most residents, features clubs, eateries, local shops, and boutiques, including Zeke’s Coffee and Koco’s Pub. The seasonal Hamilton-Lauraville Main Street Farmer’s Market offers local produce, live music, and community events. For recreation, Mount Pleasant Golf Course and North Harford Park are nearby. The area is safer than the national average, and MTA buses provide public transportation. Christopher is 7 miles from downtown Baltimore, with attractions like the Baltimore Museum of Art, Camden Yards, and the National Aquarium. Interstate 95, 3.5 miles east, connects to Washington, D.C., and Philadelphia. Baltimore-Washington International Airport is a 20-mile drive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Christopher a good place to live?
Christopher is a good place to live. Christopher is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with good transit options. Christopher has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.9 people per acre and a median age of 42. The average household income is $80,707 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 25.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Christopher are home owners, with 20.4% of residents renting and 79.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Christopher can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Christopher neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Christopher?
The median home price in Christopher is $529,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $106,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,740 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $117K a year to afford the median home price in Christopher. The average household income in Christopher is $81K.
What are the best public schools in Christopher?
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What are the best private schools in Christopher?
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Home Trends in Christopher, MD
On average, homes in Christopher, Baltimore sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Christopher, Baltimore over the last 12 months is $510,000, up 32% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$510,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$510,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$208
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$529,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
32%