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Arbutus

Arbutus

Located in Baltimore County

$344,217 Average Value
$170 Average Price per Sq Ft
0 Homes For Sale

What it’s like to live in Arbutus, Maryland

Arbutus is a commuter-friendly community outside Baltimore. It's on the MARC commuter rail line, making it easy to ride into Washington, D.C., and Fort Meade is a quick drive south. Home prices here are lower than in some other nearby suburbs, and buyers have diverse options, including single-family homes and townhouses. The University of Maryland, Baltimore County, is also in Arbutus, and attractions nearby include Patapsco Valley State Park and R/C Hollywood Cinema 4 movie theater.

Bring your family out for a hike at Patapsco Valley State Park in Arbutus.
Bring your family out for a hike at Patapsco Valley State Park in Arbutus.
Arbutus is a beautiful neighborhood right outside of Baltimore.
Arbutus is a beautiful neighborhood right outside of Baltimore.
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How much it costs to live in Arbutus

The median sale price of a property in Arbutus is in the upper-$300,000s. Overall, prices here are a bit higher than the neighboring suburb of Lansdowne, but lower than nearby Elkridge and Catonsville. Still, "It seems to me that prices keep jumping each other. You'll have a house come on the market for $315,000, then [one for] $320,000, then $325,000. Prices are skyrocketing," says Dennis Bentley, Arbutus resident and Realtor and Hyatt & Company.

Bungalow style homes line the streets in the more densely populated areas in Arbutus.
Bungalow style homes line the streets in the more densely populated areas in Arbutus.
Newly constructed townhomes are available throughout Arbutus.
Newly constructed townhomes are available throughout Arbutus.
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What homebuyers can expect when searching in Arbutus

Homes in Arbutus typically sell faster than the national average. "It's a pretty strong housing market. The last home I sold in three days," Bentley says. Buyers here will find a mix of single-family houses built throughout the 20th century, with popular styles including split-levels, Cape Cods and traditional homes. Brick townhouses are also common, including some built more recently in the 2010s.

Victorian-style homes can also be found in Arbutus.
Victorian-style homes can also be found in Arbutus.
Large historical homes are available in the greater Arbutus area.
Large historical homes are available in the greater Arbutus area.
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Baltimore County schools and UMBC in the area

Students are zoned for Baltimore County Public Schools, such as Arbutus Elementary School and Arbutus Middle School. Most older students are zoned for Lansdowne High School, though some are zoned for the top-rated Catonsville High School. Additionally, the University of Maryland, Baltimore County is a public institution with about 13,500 undergraduate and graduate students in Arbutus.

Catonsville High School in Arbutus helps students reach their potential.
Catonsville High School in Arbutus helps students reach their potential.
UMBC is a great option when you live in Arbutus.
UMBC is a great option when you live in Arbutus.
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Commuting to Baltimore and D.C. from Arbutus

Arbutus is a commuter-heavy area. Highways such as Interstate 95 take drivers 6 miles into downtown Baltimore or 35 miles into Washington, D.C. The MARC rail line goes through Arbutus, offering another commuter option. "[The train] is a huge selling point for the area. It goes from downtown Baltimore by the Orioles Stadium all the way to D.C. Tons of people take the MARC train to commute, mainly to D.C.," Bentley says. Fort Meade, a major Army installation, is also less than 15 miles south, and BWI Airport is 5 miles south.

Arbutus is a commuter-friendly community near Baltimore with MARC rail access.
Arbutus is a commuter-friendly community near Baltimore with MARC rail access.
MARC Commuter Rail Station make access to Baltimore easy for Arbutus residents.
MARC Commuter Rail Station make access to Baltimore easy for Arbutus residents.
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Arbutus has a suburban vibe with an active community

Arbutus has a suburban feeling with a mix of longtime residents and new people coming in. "It just feels right sometimes. It's a good balance. The location is everything: you're near anything you want to get to," Bentley says.
It's easy to get active in Arbutus, too. The parks and recreation department hosts youth and adult sports leagues, including baseball and softball teams. Nearby Patapsco Valley State Park covers over 16,000 acres along the Patapsco River and features over 200 miles of trails. "People swim in the river in the summertime, grill and hang out," Bentley says.

Walking across the bridge at Patapsco State Park in Arbutus.
Walking across the bridge at Patapsco State Park in Arbutus.
The Thomas Viaduct built in 1835 spans the Patapsco River and Patapsco Valley in Arbutus.
The Thomas Viaduct built in 1835 spans the Patapsco River and Patapsco Valley in Arbutus.
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Amenities and things to do around Arbutus

There's more to do in Arbutus beyond the state park. The community is also home to:

  • Playgrounds at Arbour Manor Park and Gay Oaks Park
  • R/C Hollywood Cinema 4 movie theater
  • Casual restaurants like Cactus Silvestre and DePaola's Pub & Grill
  • Events like the fire department's annual train garden display

The R/C Hollywood theater is a renovated site on Oregon Ave in Arbutus.
The R/C Hollywood theater is a renovated site on Oregon Ave in Arbutus.
Depaola's Pub offers classic American fare, draft brews and a daily happy hour.
Depaola's Pub offers classic American fare, draft brews and a daily happy hour.
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Area Facts

Number of Homes
21
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
2019
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,087
Above the national average
1,930
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,992
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Mar 29
    Open House 3/29

    1207 Taylor Ave, Halethorpe, MD 21227

    $475,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 1,962 Sq Ft
    • 1207 Taylor Ave
    • New 6 days ago

    4 BEDROOMS | 3 FULL + 1 HALF BATH | APPROX. 1,812 SQ FT ABOVE GRADE! Colonial-style detached home offering a flexible floor plan and multiple living spaces. The main level includes a living room with bay window that was previously marketed as a bedroom and can function as a fourth bedroom, office, or flex space, along with a separate dining room and kitchen with breakfast nook. A spacious family

    Lee Tessier EXP Realty, LLC

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  • Saturday, Mar 28
    Open House 3/28

    1222 Locust Ave, Halethorpe, MD 21227

    $350,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,368 Sq Ft
    • 1222 Locust Ave
    • New 1 day ago

    Move-in ready! This charming 3-bedroom, 2 full bath home features a beautiful kitchen with ceiling height shaker cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting, and a spacious dining area. This home also offers a welcoming living room with a fireplace and a family room addition along with an updated full bathroom and laundry area on the main level. Step outside to

    Jay Fischetti Keller Williams Realty Centre

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Weather

Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
14''

Area Factors

Fairly friendly

Bike Score®®

40 / 100

Fairly friendly

Walk Score®®

40 / 100

Moderately friendly

Transit Score®®

60 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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