Why Live in Callaway
Callaway, 8 miles southeast of Leonardtown, blends rural beauty with modern convenience. Families enjoy highly rated St. Mary’s County Public Schools, including Leonardtown High, which offers career and technical programs. Naval Air Station Patuxent River is just 5 miles away, making commuting easy. Outdoor enthusiasts will love nearby St. Mary’s River State Park, a 2,450-acre haven for hiking, cycling, kayaking and fishing. Wildlife sightings range from bobcats to white-tailed deer, and the park’s Lake Loop trail is a favorite for nature lovers. Chancellor’s Run Regional Park adds sports options like basketball and pickleball, while Take It Easy Campground offers space for tents and RVs. Callaway’s housing market is competitive, with homes selling faster than the national average. Colonial Revivals and ranch-style homes dominate, often featuring large lots and wooded privacy. Prices typically range from the mid $200,000s to the low $600,000s. While the median sale price is higher than in Lexington Park, lot sizes are much larger, offering exceptional value. Dining options include Tacos Hacienda for authentic Mexican fare, El Coqui for Puerto Rican dishes and Gridiron Grill for casual pub favorites. Weis Markets meets grocery needs, and nearby Lexington Park offers additional restaurants and coffee shops. State Route 5 provides a direct route to Leonardtown, and a local bus line serves the area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Callaway a good place to live?
Callaway is a good place to live. Callaway is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Callaway has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 41. The average household income is $125,074 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 28.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Callaway are home owners, with 30.9% of residents renting and 69.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Callaway can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Callaway neighborhood guide.
Is Callaway, MD a safe neighborhood?
Callaway, 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 Callaway?
The median home price in Callaway is $457,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $91,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.06%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,210 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $95K a year to afford the median home price in Callaway. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Callaway is $125K.
What are the best public schools in Callaway?
The best public schools that serve Callaway are:
What are the best private schools in Callaway?
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Home Trends in Callaway, MD
On average, homes in Callaway, Leonardtown sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Callaway, Leonardtown over the last 12 months is $450,000, up 27% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$450,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$465,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$289,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$219
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Median List Price
$457,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
27%