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Small-town living south of Bel Air
Bright Oaks is a small residential area tucked between Emmorton's shopping centers and the Patterson Mill Middle High School. Though it falls within Emmorton, most people consider it a little community in Abingdon. “The community here is thriving and growing. With the robust nature of the APG up the road, that’s done some really great things for the area. Being off the I-95 corridor makes living here really accessible to everything,” says Sean Gomez, the general manager of Pairings Bistro at the Village Market and Cafe. “The community has been hyper supportive of the business over the last 15 years.”
Local supermarkets and small businesses give Bright Oaks a small-town feel. The town has highly-rated public schools and several parks and trails to explore. Housing consists of a few neighborhoods and cul-de-sacs that branch off of Kensington Parkway. Nearby Bel Air has dozens of shopping, dining and entertainment opportunities, and commuters can hop on Interstate 95 to reach Baltimore in about an hour.
Townhouses and mid-century New England homes near Patterson Mills Middle High School
The Bright Oaks townhouse community off of Royal and Laurel Oak Drives consists of several unique units with shared walls and a community pool. These townhouse units include modern updates and community services like trash and snow removal. Apartment-style condos in the Village of Bright Oaks have modern, open floorplans and small balconies and patios. Condos and townhouses range in price between $150,000 and $350,000.
Single-family homes consist of a series of split-level and ranch-style homes with a few midcentury aesthetics and designs. Many homes were built in similar styles during the 1970s, which is reflected in their lofted rooms over the garage, lampposts by the driveway and mixture of brick and vinyl siding. Most homes range in price between $350,000 and $400,000.
There are various housing styles in Bright Oaks to cater to any lifestyle or need.
Explore Bright Oaks, Maryland, where housing combines comfort and community.
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Highly-rated Harford County Public Schools
Students study within the Harford County Public School District, which is graded an overall A-minus on Niche. They start at nearby Ring Factory Elementary School, which is graded an A-minus, before heading off to the joint campus for the area’s middle and high schools. Patterson Mill Middle School is rated a B-plus, while Patterson Mill High School earns an A and is considered the No. 1 best public high school in Harford County, according to Niche. Between the two schools, the campus hosts roughly 1,600 students each year.
Ring Factory Elementary School is a public school in Harford County MD.
Home of the Huskies, Patterson Mill Middle High offers AP, Honors and many electives.
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Shopping and dining on Emmorton Road
Laurel Bush Road intersects with Emmorton Road to create the area’s local shopping and dining hub. Grocery staples like ShopRite and Kleins Family Market sit right next to Marshalls and Kohl’s. Locals can also head north to the shopping centers in Bel Air or to Baltimore on Interstate 95 for a weekend away.
There are a few familiar chains nearby, such as Panera Bread and Burger King, as well as some locally owned restaurants. The Village Market and Cafe offers several options for diners, including a food truck and a market cafe for coffee and breakfast. They also have fine dining at Pairings Bistro, which is located within the market. “Jon Kohler is our owner and proprietor. He’s made contributing to the community a mainstay for the business,” Gomez says. “It’s really rewarding to do more than just take care of our regulars. We’ve done everything from host parties to giveaways like gift baskets and wine dinners for multiple guests.” The restaurant recently added its Village Mobile Cuisine food truck to a fleet of 24 other local trucks supporting the Harford Public Library’s Library Gala.
Village Market and Cafe features locally sourced goods with casual menu options.
Locals can visit Shop Rite near Bright Oaks, MD for all their daily essentials.
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High school games and nearby parks and trails
The fields at Patterson Middle High School make for some popular after-school games during football season and throughout the year. Not far away is the Maryland Golf and Country Club, an 18-hole course with member amenities. Emily Bayless Graham Park has a few easy trails for walking dogs and jogging through nature. The Harford County Public Library is west of Veterans Memorial Highway, and, in addition to its public amenities and resources, it also hosts private events like an annual Library Gala.
Rockfield Park provides a large playground for kids.
Locals can enjoy a tranquil walk at the Emily Bayless Graham Park near Bright Oaks, MD..
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Commutes to Baltimore and down to Washington D.C.
Bright Oaks homes are located near major roadways like the Veterans Memorial Highway and 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 4 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. There is a series of Maryland Transit Administration public bus stops all along Emmorton Road as well, for those using public transportation.
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Parks in this Area
Colonial Acres Park
Basketball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Emily Bayless Graham Park
Emily Bayless Graham Park
Transit
Airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall
51 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Bright Oaks
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bright Oaks, Abingdon sell after 11 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Bright Oaks, Abingdon over the last 12 months is $298,668, down 6% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Skip the stairs and take the elevator to this lovingly maintained condo in desirable Village at Bright Oaks. Open floor plan features spacious living room/dining room combination, functional kitchen with all appliances and sundrenched breakfast room, large primary bedroom with full bath, sizeable second bedroom with another full bath, laundry room with full size washer and dryer, cozy balcony
Discover this first-floor condo in the sought-after Village at Bright Oaks. Enjoy a prime location near shopping, hospitals, and schools for effortless everyday living. Stay tuned for more details and professional photos coming soon! The seller is finalizing the last details of the improvements, and the condo is set to hit the market by the end of April!
RENTAL AVAIALBLE NOW! IMMACULATE 2 BEDROOM 2 BATH CONDO LOCATED ON 2nd FLOOR, FRESHLY PAINTED, EAT IN KITCHEN WITH NEW FLOORING & NEW APPLIANCES, SPACIOUS LIVING ROOM & DINING ROOM, LARGE BEDROOMS WITH WALK IN CLOSETS, COMMUNITY POOL! CONVENIENTLY LOCATED IN THE HEART OF BEL AIR! CLOSE TO SHOPPING, RESTAURANTS & I-95
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,138
Median Age
43
Population under 18
22.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$150,385
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$170,954
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.5%
College Graduates
59.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
24.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.6%
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®
32/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
40/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
20/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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