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Historic yet culturally cutting edge, Abell’s rowhomes are hot tickets
In the Abell neighborhood of North Baltimore sits the “Painted Ladies.” Vibrant and colorful, these Victorian-style rowhouses line Guilford Avenue, featuring spacious front porches and bay windows. An iconic landmark, the lively hues of the “Painted Ladies” mirror the neighborhood’s welcoming vibes. Situated east of Charles Village and west of Waverly, Abell is mostly residential, with some commercial retailers along Greenmount Avenue. Named for the Abell family — the longtime owners of The Baltimore Sun — the neighborhood is 9 square blocks and is home to about 1,000 residents. Baltimore hosts more than 60 museums, so it’s fitting that Abell shows its spirit with brightly painted large-scale murals throughout the neighborhood. Abell is a close-knit community of long-time residents, young professionals and families. According to Realtor Daniel Motz, with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty and a real estate agent for more than 23 years, “Initially, buyers in Abell are drawn to the neighborhood’s comfortable urban vibe and very often its proximity to Johns Hopkins University. But after that, residents choose to live here for many reasons, from the cultural and professional sports scenes to these well-updated historic homes.”
Residents of Abell can often be seen relaxing on their front porches on a nice day.
More classic row homes like these are common in the Abell neighborhood.
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“Painted Ladies” rowhouses are the stars of Abell
Most homes in Abell are rowhouses, many featuring late 19th-century Victorian designs and offering three- or four-bedroom options. Several include front porches, pyramidal or conical roofs, and ornate detailing such as stained-glass windows and gabled accents. Three-bedroom homes on Abell Avenue have recently sold for $340,000 to about $415,000. Well-renovated brick townhouses from the 1920s list for around $300,000. As Realtor Motz notes, “Homes in Abell sell well, most within 30 days of late 2023. They’re desirable and limited, so they don’t last long.”
Abell residents show off their style with brightly colored row homes.
Abell is home to the vibrant and charming Painted Ladies.
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Baltimore schools foster skill development and career preparation
Students in Abell can attend Baltimore City Public Schools with a C-plus grade from Niche. The Barclay School offers pre-K through eighth grade, English as a second language and a focus on both arts and STEM curriculums. Barclay has notably increased attendance through support from partners such as Child First. It has a Niche grade of C-minus. The Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy, with a C grade from Niche, prepares students for health profession careers. Baltimore also offers numerous private and charter schools near Abell.
Barclay Elementary/Middle School is a community school located in the Abell neighborhood.
Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy is a public High School in Baltimore.
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Residents enjoy parks accented with public art
While 32nd Street Park is a tiny pocket park, like much of Abell, it is brightly painted and well-cared for. Kids enjoy a playground, eye-catching murals and a playhouse with a climbing wall. Residents looking for exercise and community activism can enjoy Wyman Park Dell, a 16-acre city park featuring walking paths, a dog park, and a playground.
Beautiful large-scale murals can be found throughout the Abell neighborhood.
A vibrant mural at 32nd Street Park.
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Books, brews and a bakery
Unique to Abell is The Book Thing of Baltimore. Open once a month, with a mission of giving unwanted books to local readers, this nontraditional space is like a free library — but with no late fees and no returns. Since 2012, Peabody Heights Brewery has been a favorite place to wind down and enjoy locally brewed, rotating beers on tap. Streets Market offers prepared and frozen foods, a bakery, and local and international foods.
Peabody Heights Brewery has been serving good brews to Abell since 2012.
The Book Thing of Baltimore in Abell is open once a month to give away free books.
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Local events foster a tight-knit community
Every Saturday, Waverly/32nd Street Farmers Market hosts more than 30 vendors offering farm-fresh produce and meats, hand-crafted soaps, and fresh flowers. The annual Abell Community Street Fair features live music, local art and a silent auction benefitting local children. Neighbors host a Progressive New Year’s Eve Dinner and a Memorial Day Picnic, demonstrating the community spirit of Abell.
Open year round the 32 Street Farmers Market is a favorite of Abell residents.
Abell residents can support local artisans and shop for unique gifts at The 32nd Street Farmers
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Abell is just four miles from Camden Yards and the Inner Harbor
Abell is just 4 miles from Camden Yards and the Inner Harbor. Residents bike, drive or use city buses to get around. Johns Hopkins University and Loyola University are less than 2 miles away. Nationally ranked healthcare at The Johns Hopkins Hospital is 3 miles south, while historic Sinai Hospital is 5 miles north off Interstate 85. Interstate 695, the beltway around Baltimore, leads to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI), just 15 miles from Abell. Weekend explorers enjoy being 40 miles from Washington D.C., 100 miles from Philadelphia, and 200 miles from New York City.
Abell can head to Camden Yards to root for their home.
Abell is located just 4 miles north of Baltimore's Inner Harbor.
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High crime rates don’t deter housing sales in Abell
The violent crime rate in the city of Baltimore is 11.90 per 1,000 residents, while the property crime rate is 37.28 per 1,000 residents. Compared to surrounding cities in Maryland, the crime in the Baltimore area is higher.
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Abell Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Abell, Baltimore sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Abell, Baltimore over the last 12 months is $205,000, down 39% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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