Penn North Homes for Rent

Penn North, a small urban community in west Baltimore, is situated just south of Druid Hill Park. The neighborhood is undergoing revitalization, supported by the Maryland Community Health Initiative and city incentives to boost rental and home ownership. Named Maryland’s first Black Arts and Entertainment district in 2019, Penn North is gaining recognition. The area is well-connected, with the Penn-North Metro station providing access to Johns Hopkins Hospital and Owings Mills, and the light rail from nearby Station North offering a one-hour trip to Baltimore Washington International Airport. North Avenue’s convergence with Interstate 83 links Penn North to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. Housing in Penn North primarily consists of traditional Baltimore row houses from the 1880s, featuring Greek Revival and Federal styles, with some Queen Anne features. Many homes require significant renovations. The closest grocery store is Shoppers at Mondawmin Mall, though residents often drive 3 miles to Giant Food in Green Spring Tower Square. Local dining includes Sugar Hill Tavern and Round Belly Deli, with more options in nearby Charles Village. Children attend Mount Royal Elementary/Middle School and can apply to various public high schools, including Bard High School Early College Baltimore. Druid Hill Park offers recreational features like the East Coast Greenway, sports courts, and the Maryland Zoo. Penn North retains its cultural heritage with the Arch Social Club and the Pennsylvania Avenue Branch of the Pratt Free Library. Penn North has seen improvements in safety, including a year without a homicide as of March 2024.