Why Live in Hunting Ridge
Hunting Ridge in Baltimore offers a unique blend of natural surroundings and urban convenience. This West Baltimore suburb, adjacent to Gwynn Falls/Leakin Park, features a variety of detached single-family homes, including cottages, colonials, Tudor Revivals, and Cape Cods, set amidst hilly terrain and mature oak trees. The neighborhood's proximity to Route 40 ensures residents have access to shopping, dining, and downtown Baltimore attractions just 5 miles east. Gwynn Falls/Leakin Park, Baltimore’s largest park, provides miles of hiking and biking trails, a community garden, and the Carrie Murray Nature Center, making it a hub for outdoor activities and things to do. For golfers, the Forest Park Golf Course is less than 3 miles away. Families can visit the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, located within 5 miles, for additional recreational options. Local dining includes casual spots like Hip Hop Fish and Chicken and sit-down restaurants such as Shirley’s Family Diner. The Westview shopping center along Baltimore National Pike offers big-box retailers like Sam’s Club and Lowe’s. Mount Saint Joseph High School, a highly rated private option, is about 1 mile away. Commuters benefit from nearby Interstates 70 and 695, and public transit options along Edmondson Avenue. The Baltimore/Washington International Airport is approximately 9 miles away, and Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital is within 3 miles, providing essential healthcare services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hunting Ridge a good place to live?
Hunting Ridge is a good place to live. Hunting Ridge is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with good transit options. Hunting Ridge has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.6 people per acre and a median age of 45. The average household income is $84,445 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 40.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Hunting Ridge are home owners, with 33.3% of residents renting and 66.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Hunting Ridge can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Hunting Ridge neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Hunting Ridge?
The median home price in Hunting Ridge is $444,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $88,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,300 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $99K a year to afford the median home price in Hunting Ridge. The average household income in Hunting Ridge is $84K.
What are the best public schools in Hunting Ridge?
The best public schools that serve Hunting Ridge are:
What are the best private schools in Hunting Ridge?
The best private schools that serve Hunting Ridge are:
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Are home prices dropping in Hunting Ridge?
Yes, home prices in Hunting Ridge are down 18% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Hunting Ridge, MD
On average, homes in Hunting Ridge, Baltimore sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Hunting Ridge, Baltimore over the last 12 months is $424,000, down 40% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$424,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$424,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$600,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$282
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
49
Median List Price
$444,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-40%