Why Live in Irvington
Irvington, a historic neighborhood in southwestern Baltimore, offers a peaceful and community-oriented atmosphere. Established in 1874, the area features homes built in the early 1900s, including single-family Victorians with wrap-around porches, duplexes, and traditional Baltimore rowhouses. These homes range from those needing renovations to fully updated properties. The neighborhood's main thoroughfare, Frederick Avenue, provides essential amenities such as gas stations, pharmacies, mini-markets, and local dining options, including the popular Sugar Mama’s for breakfast and hearty lunches. Irvington Park is a local hub for outdoor activities, offering baseball, soccer, and football leagues, playgrounds, and green spaces for residents to enjoy. The neighborhood is also home to three historic cemeteries: New Cathedral Cemetery, Mount Olivet Cemetery, and Loudon Park National Cemetery.
For education, Mount Saint Joseph High School, a highly rated private Catholic all-male college-preparatory school, is located within Irvington. The neighborhood is zoned to Beechfield Elementary/Middle School and high school students can attend Edmondson Westside High through the district’s choice/lottery system. Irvington is conveniently situated between U.S. Routes 1 and 40, with the latter providing a 4-mile route to Downtown Baltimore. Public transportation is accessible via MTA buses on Frederick Avenue. The crime rate in Irvington is comparable to the national average, making it a relatively safe place to live.
Home Trends in Irvington, MD
On average, homes in Irvington, Baltimore sell after 9 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Irvington, Baltimore over the last 12 months is $550,000, up 72% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$550,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$550,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$160,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$245,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$320
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
26
Median List Price
$699,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
72%