Why Live in Hamilton
Hamilton, located in northeast Baltimore, is a quiet suburb known for its community feel and small-town atmosphere within city limits. The neighborhood features a variety of home styles, including wood-framed American Foursquares, bungalows, brick colonials with bay windows, and Queen Anne homes with large front porches. Duplexes and townhouses are also common along its sidewalk-lined streets. The area is characterized by its larger front yards and mature shade trees, and many homes feature personal gardens and shrubbery. Harford Road, on the western end, is lined with eclectic storefronts, including banks, salons, dry cleaners, and popular local eateries like Maillard Patisserie and Emma’s Tea Spot. The Hamilton Sports Bar and Grill is a local favorite for baseball fans, while the Lauraville Farmers Market offers fresh produce and handmade goods from June through September. For seasonal events, The Margaret Cleveland at Walther Gardens, a mixed-use nursery, hosts Harvest Fest in the winter. Outdoor enthusiasts can visit Fairwood Forest for birdwatching, Burdick Park for its playgrounds, and Herring Run Park for multiuse trails. Downtown Baltimore is a 6-mile drive away on Harford Avenue. For medical care, MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital is just under 3 miles away, and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport is nearly 20 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hamilton a good place to live?
Hamilton is a good place to live. Hamilton is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with minimal transit options. Hamilton has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 10.6 people per acre and a median age of 42. The average household income is $88,312 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 28.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Hamilton are home owners, with 32.2% of residents renting and 67.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Hamilton can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Hamilton neighborhood guide.
Is Hamilton, MD a safe neighborhood?
Hamilton, MD is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Hamilton?
The median home price in Hamilton is $250,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $50,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.46%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,260 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $54K a year to afford the median home price in Hamilton. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Hamilton is $88K.
What are the best public schools in Hamilton?
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Home Trends in Hamilton, MD
On average, homes in Hamilton, Baltimore sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Hamilton, Baltimore over the last 12 months is $247,500, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$247,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$304,625
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$215,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$133
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
60
Median List Price
$250,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%