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Barclay

Barclay

Neighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland

Baltimore City 21218

$289,555 Average Value
$132 Average Price per Sq Ft
11 Homes For Sale

Making strides and building a name

Barclay is a small neighborhood less than 2 miles from downtown Baltimore that brims with the colors of city life and the natural landscape. Much of the community is made of homes and parks, and a walk through the neighborhood will likely lead past a colorful mural, community garden or uniquely colored rowhouse from the 1920s. Many of these homes are just a short walk away from shopping and dining options. Nearby roads allow access to downtown events and the Maryland Zoo. "Every row house has its own history," says Brad Schlegel, the outreach chair for the Barclay Midway Old Goucher Coalition, who regularly volunteers on community initiatives. "For example, a lot of ballplayers for the original Orioles used to play in Barclay at Union Park, which doesn't exist anymore."

The Barclay neighborhood is located just three miles from Downtown Baltimore.
The Barclay neighborhood is located just three miles from Downtown Baltimore.
Barclay residents can enjoy the outdoors at several community gardens.
Barclay residents can enjoy the outdoors at several community gardens.
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1920s rowhomes and townhouses

Barclay homes look more uniform than those in other Baltimore neighborhoods, with blocks of Federal-style red brick row houses and townhouses, many of which have small marble porches. Most of these two- and three-story homes were built in the early 1900s and have been renovated in recent years. Some homeowners have painted the porches and exterior walls to add their own splash of character to the streetscape. "There certainly is a variety of row houses, and that's what got me interested in the neighborhood to begin with," says Schlegel. Home prices here tend to range from $200,000 to $500,000.

Three-story row homes line the streets of the Barclay neighborhood.
Three-story row homes line the streets of the Barclay neighborhood.
Most row homes in the Barclay neighborhood feature a classic red brick facade.
Most row homes in the Barclay neighborhood feature a classic red brick facade.
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Baltimore playsets and basketball courts

On the western end of the community, two parks neighbor each other, with Calvert Street Park’s open green space right next to the playset and two half basketball courts at King and Kennedy Park. On the east side of the neighborhood, Greenmount Recreation Center provides a place for exercise no matter the season, including a full gym for pick-up basketball games. Mund Park and Playground is right across the street from the rec center with more basketball courts and playsets. The Maryland Zoo is less than 3 miles to the east of the neighborhood and home to the largest African penguin breeding colony in the country.

Calvert Street Park is a popular place for Barclay residents to play a basketball.
Calvert Street Park is a popular place for Barclay residents to play a basketball.
Barclay residents can test their green thumbs at one of the neighborhood's community gardens.
Barclay residents can test their green thumbs at one of the neighborhood's community gardens.
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Nearby breakfast diners and late night snacks

There are several bars and restaurants a short walk from the community. Stone Tavern is an established spot, known for its breakfast wraps, omelets and platters. 2AM Project is a nearby local chain that offers late-night dining options and delivery. Residents can grocery shop at a Safeway or Save A Lot less than a mile away.

Small stores line Greenmount Avenue in the Barclay neighborhood.
Small stores line Greenmount Avenue in the Barclay neighborhood.
Barclay residents are within walking distance to some of Balitmore's best restaurants.
Barclay residents are within walking distance to some of Balitmore's best restaurants.
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Renowned arts educations with Baltimore Public Schools

Most students begin their education at Dallas F. Nicholas Sr. Elementary, which receives a C-minus rating on Niche, or attend Barclay Elementary School, a kindergarten through eighth grade school which also earns a C-minus. These schools are situated near homes, and many students walk to class. Most high school students attend the C-rated Baltimore Design School, ranked as the fifth-best school for arts in Maryland. The school works to prepare students for college courses, with a special emphasis on fields like architecture, fashion and graphic design.

Barclay Elementary/Middle School has an enrollment of 436 students.
Barclay Elementary/Middle School has an enrollment of 436 students.
Barclay students can attend the Baltimore Design School.
Barclay students can attend the Baltimore Design School.
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Light rails, bus routes and nearby major roads

Residents have about a 2-mile drive to downtown, but U.S. Route 40 and other roads in and around Barclay can get clogged with rush hour traffic. Public transportation options are also available, including Baltimore Link bus routes and the North Ave light rail station. The neighborhood is seven blocks from the Penn Station Amtrak station and 14 miles from the Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport. The Johns Hopkins Hospital is less than 3 miles away and is ranked the best hospital in the state by U.S. News and World Report.

Barclay residents have easy access to the Baltimore Pennsylvania Amtrak Station.
Barclay residents have easy access to the Baltimore Pennsylvania Amtrak Station.
Barclay is conveniently located to the North Ave light rail station.
Barclay is conveniently located to the North Ave light rail station.
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Baltimore excitement and events

The Orioles and the Ravens play in stadiums located along the waterfront, and Baltimore's National Aquarium offers tours and special events. Each August, artists from around the country gather to display paintings and sculptures at Artscape in August, the largest free arts festival in the U.S. The event also includes carnival rides, food vendors and live music.

Barclay residents can enjoy festive entertainment at the Jones Falls Family Fun Day.
Barclay residents can enjoy festive entertainment at the Jones Falls Family Fun Day.
Barclay locals can enjoy a relaxing Saturday at the 32nd Street Farmers Market.
Barclay locals can enjoy a relaxing Saturday at the 32nd Street Farmers Market.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall

23 min drive

Bus

Greenmount Ave & North Ave Sb

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Barclay US
Homicide 7 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 8 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 6 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$237,000
Median Single Family Price
$220,000
Median Townhouse Price
$395,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$132
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Last 12 months Home Sales
25
Months of Supply
5.30
Median List Price
$244,750
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
382
Median Year Built
1895
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,075
Above the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,208
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,742

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
2,568
Median Age
36
Population Density
28 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.9%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$50,714
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$80,435

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
88.9%
College Graduates
41.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.3%
% Population in Labor Force
76.4%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

79 / 100

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score®

92 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit Score®

82 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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