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Suburban living east of Emmorton Road near Bel Air
Located within Abingdon, Box Hill is a small residential area near Emmorton Road that is close to restaurants and retail, as well as major highways that take commuters southwest to Baltimore. “Bel Air may have a lot of shopping and dining, but Abingdon is quieter and more residential,” says Daniel McGhee, an award-winning Realtor with Homeowners Real Estate. Box Hill refers to the single-family homes and townhouses near and within the Box Hill North community. Students study at highly rated schools nearby, and adults can commute to major cities like Baltimore and Washington D.C., by heading south on Interstate 95. With access to dozens of indoor and outdoor recreation, as well as world-renowned restaurants less than 1 mile away, Box Hill residents have a little bit of everything.
Townhouse communities and New England homes
There are a few townhouse options in Box Hill, particularly within the Box Hill North Subdivision. These townhouse associations help take care of basic needs like trash and snow removal and have units that can cost between $250,000 and $350,000. The Box Hill North Community Services Associates offers information on HOA requirements and amenities such as its large barn building, Barnstormer newsletter and community pool.
Single-family homes in Box Hill often consist of brick Cape Cods or Colonial-inspired homes from the 1980s. Ranging in price from $300,000 to $475,000, several homes include wide driveways, fenced back yards and even a few private pools. Many residences are located within a short distance of William S. James Elementary School, and families may choose to walk or bike to school in the mornings.
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Highly rated Harford County Public Schools nearby
The Harford County Public School district is graded an overall A-minus on Niche. Students can start at the nearby William S. James Elementary School, which also scores a B and is within a short distance of many homes. Some families may choose to walk or bike to school together. Students then move on to the joint middle and high school campus just a bit north. Patterson Mill Middle School earns a B-plus, while Patterson Mill High School scores an A and is considered the No. 1 high school in Harford County, according to Niche.
William S James Elementary serves Pre-K through 5th grade.
Home of the Huskies, Patterson Mill Middle High offers AP, Honors and many electives.
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Famous local restaurants and fast access to groceries
Within a short distance of most homes is the famous Box Hill Pizzeria. Though ‘pizza’ is in the name, it’s actually known worldwide for its incredible crab cakes, which it ships all over the world. Other locally owned eateries include Conrad’s Seafood Restaurant, which has a nautical-themed playground outside as well as a popular happy hour.
Nearby grocery stores include, Wegman's, Walgreens and Giant Food. Drivers can also head about 5 miles north on Emmorton Road to reach Bel Air, which has dozens of shopping centers and the Harford Mall.
Try Box Hill Pizzeria and Crabcakes for flavors you'll never forget.
Visit Conrad's Seafood Restaurant for fresh and authentic Maryland seafood dishes.
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Local parks and places to play with furry friends
Box Hill South Park is a community green space with a few sports fields, and the Abingdon Dog Park down the road sits atop a high hill. It has two fenced dog runs and, in the wintertime, is a great spot for sledding. “There’s also a natural area called Harford Glen which has a big dam with a lot of nearby walking trails and wildlife,” McGhee says. Folks can park at Harford Glen’s small lot and take to the forest, where they can walk along boardwalks and paths within the marshier parts of the Atkisson Reservoir. The Ward Y in Abingdon is the area’s YMCA and offers memberships for classes, gym use, swimming and other resources.
Bring your dog to Abingdon Dog Park at Box Hill for fun, exercise, and new friends.
Box Hill is adjacent to the Chesapeake Bay making for marshy areas.
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Commutes to Washington D.C. and Baltimore
Box Hill is located near major roadways like the Veterans Memorial Highway and Emmorton Road. A few bus lines that are serviced through the Maryland Transit Administration organization run along Emmorton Road. Bel Air’s Main Street shops and restaurants, as well as the Harford Mall and the Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center, are about 5 miles north. For those who commute into the city for work, Baltimore is about 25 miles southwest via Interstate 95, and Washington, D.C., is about 64 miles south on that same highway.
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Parks in this Area
Cedar Lane Regional Park
Abingdon Road Dog Park
Dog Park
Parking Lot
Transit
Airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall
50 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Box Hill
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Box Hill, Abingdon sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Box Hill, Abingdon over the last 12 months is $373,997, up 1% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,693
Median Age
39
Population under 18
26.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$104,331
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$129,399
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.7%
College Graduates
30.1%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
31/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
55/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
20/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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