Why Live in Colonial Acres
Colonial Acres in Bel Air features a mix of midcentury ranch-style homes and Colonial-inspired residences, many with spacious backyards or private pools. The neighborhood is conveniently located near South Main Street and Emmorton Road, providing easy access to Bel Air's shops and restaurants. Residents can enjoy local favorites like Looney’s Pub, Cozy Cookies, and Tea by Two, as well as craft beer spots like Das Bierhalle Bel Air and Independent Brewing Company. For grocery shopping and errands, Festival at Bel Air and Harford Mall are nearby, offering stores like ShopRite, Kohl’s, Target, and The Home Depot. Colonial Acres Park provides a small playground and athletic courts, while Rockfield Park offers a larger playground, sports fields, and a nature trail. The Maryland Golf & Country Clubs, established in 1961, features an 18-hole course, swimming pool, and event spaces. The neighborhood is part of a community that hosts various events and festivals, including First Fridays, the Italian Festival, and local wine festivals. Families benefit from highly rated schools such as Homestead-Wakefield Elementary, Ring Factory Elementary, Patterson Mill Middle School, and Patterson Mill High School. The area is safer than the national average, and its proximity to Veterans Memorial Highway and Interstate 95 makes commuting to Baltimore, about 31 miles away, convenient.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Colonial Acres a good place to live?
Colonial Acres is a good place to live. Colonial Acres is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Colonial Acres has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 45. The average household income is $153,241 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 61.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Colonial Acres are home owners, with 5.1% of residents renting and 94.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Colonial Acres can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
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Is Colonial Acres, MD a safe neighborhood?
Colonial Acres, MD is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Colonial Acres?
The median home price in Colonial Acres is $295,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $59,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,530 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $66K a year to afford the median home price in Colonial Acres. The average household income in Colonial Acres is $153K.
What are the best public schools in Colonial Acres?
The best public schools that serve Colonial Acres are:
- Patterson Mill High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
- Bel Air Middle School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
- Bel Air High School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
What are the best private schools in Colonial Acres?
The best private schools that serve Colonial Acres are:
- Harford Day School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 9:1 and an average review score of 4.7.
- John Carroll School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
- New Covenant Christian School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
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Are home prices dropping in Colonial Acres?
Yes, home prices in Colonial Acres are down 37% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Colonial Acres, MD
On average, homes in Colonial Acres, Bel Air sell after 13 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Colonial Acres, Bel Air over the last 12 months is $295,000, down 39% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$295,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,849,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$295,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$302
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median List Price
$295,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-39%