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Belair-Edison

Belair-Edison

$156,393 Average Value
$107 Average Price per Sq Ft
45 Homes For Sale

Rowhouses close to spacious Baltimore parks in Belair-Edison

Belair-Edison offers family-friendly living and a park-heavy atmosphere in East Baltimore. Residents live in the city’s classic rowhouses, situated between the expansive green spaces of Clifton Park, Herring Run Park and Lake Montebello. Although the community is predominantly residential, there are a handful of small shopping centers and local restaurants nearby. The neighborhood is also within a few miles of Downtown Baltimore, as well as major employers like Johns Hopkins Hospital and Morgan State University.

Belair-Edison is a quaint East Baltimore neighborhood.
Belair-Edison is a quaint East Baltimore neighborhood.
Lawns in Belair-Edison frequently feature trees and shrubs.
Lawns in Belair-Edison frequently feature trees and shrubs.
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Golf at Clifton Park and nature trails at Herring Run Park

There is a wide range of outdoor activities that residents can enjoy at the parks around Belair-Edison. Clifton Park features a public golf course, tennis courts and a swimming pool, as well as walking trails and playgrounds. Herring Run Park spans over 300 acres, featuring three playgrounds and paved woodland trails that allow park-goers to enjoy fresh air in the heart of the city. Lake Montebello is a serene historic reservoir, and although fishing is not permitted, a large disc golf course is available. Visitors can also access the Herring Run Trail from the water’s edge.

Belair-Edison residents can enjoy the nature trails in Herring Run Park.
Belair-Edison residents can enjoy the nature trails in Herring Run Park.
Herring Run Park features a large playground next to Belair-Edison.
Herring Run Park features a large playground next to Belair-Edison.
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Time-tested rowhouses with modest single-family home options

Brick townhouses make up most of the housing options here, though single-family bungalows and cottages occasionally show up on the market. Most properties were built between the early 1920s and the mid-1950s. “The market is very affordable, most of the homes go from $150,000 to $285,000,” says mezette meredith, an associate broker with eXP Realty with over 14 years of experience serving the Greater Baltimore area. “There are mostly first-time homebuyers and investors looking here.” The neighborhood’s median sale price is $162,000, significantly lower than that of the city of Baltimore as a whole, which hovers around $227,000.

Rowhomes with and without front porches are available in Belair-Edison.
Rowhomes with and without front porches are available in Belair-Edison.
Belair-Edison offers affordable single family homes.
Belair-Edison offers affordable single family homes.
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Close to strip malls and local restaurants

Residents have to venture outside the neighborhood to reach nearby retailers and restaurants, with nearby options including:

  • The Belair Edison Crossing strip mall, home to department stores like Shoppers World and Forman Mills
  • Erdman Shopping Center, with a Save A Lot for groceries and a Rainbow Shops
  • Chaps Pit Beef, serving the Baltimore classic pit beef sandwich

Many local businesses line Belair Road, the neighborhood's main street
Many local businesses line Belair Road, the neighborhood's main street
Residents of Belair-Edison can walk to the shops along Belair Road
Residents of Belair-Edison can walk to the shops along Belair Road
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Where do kids in Belair-Edison attend school?

Students in Belair-Edison are served by Baltimore City Public Schools. The district utilizes a choice system for its middle and high schools, offering magnet programs, open enrollment, and charter school lotteries.

Belair-Edison Middle School is a charter school that hosts grades K-8 in Belair-Parkside.
Belair-Edison Middle School is a charter school that hosts grades K-8 in Belair-Parkside.
Baltimore City College is a college prep high school in close to Belair-Edison.
Baltimore City College is a college prep high school in close to Belair-Edison.
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Located less than 2 miles from Belair-Edison, Morgan State University serves over 7000 students.
Located less than 2 miles from Belair-Edison, Morgan State University serves over 7000 students.

Downtown Baltimore is minutes away

Downtown Baltimore is 4 miles away by car, which can take commuters around fifteen minutes. CityLink buses stop along main streets, such as Belair Road, for wider transit access. “Most residents work at Johns Hopkins, Morgan State University and the Maryland Institute, a lot of the local anchor businesses in the heart of Baltimore,” says Meredith. “Some are relocators who may want to be close to the hospitals like Johns Hopkins Hospital or Union Memorial.” Morgan State University is less than 2 miles from the neighborhood, and Johns Hopkins University’s main campus sits 4 miles west. Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport is located 19 miles south of the neighborhood, accessible via Interstate 95 and the Baltimore-Washington Parkway.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall

28 min drive

Bus

Erdman Ave & Parklawn Ave Eb

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Edison HWY & Cliftmont Ave Nb

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Brehms Ln & Pelham Ave Fs Wb

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Sinclair Ln & Arbor View Wb

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Erdman Ave & Enoch Pratt Library Center

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Erdman Ave & Cardenas Ave Wb

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Harford Rd & Hillen Rd Opp Nb

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Belair-Edison US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 7 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 7 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
4,934
Number of Homes for Sale
45
Median Year Built
1948
Months of Supply
3.80
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,866
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
39,204

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Apr 25
    1 - 3pm

    4004 Dudley Ave, Baltimore, MD 21213

    $199,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,344 Sq Ft
    • 4004 Dudley Ave

    PRICE ADJUSTED! Welcome to 4004 Dudley Ave., a beautifully updated townhome that blends warmth, style, and everyday functionality in a layout designed for comfortable living. This inviting home features 2 spacious upper-level bedrooms, including a sun-filled primary bedroom with abundant natural light that creates a bright and peaceful retreat. The main level opens to a welcoming living room and

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    Joanne McLaughlin
    Coldwell Banker Realty
    (301) 507-0793
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  • Saturday, Apr 25
    2 - 4pm

    3601 Ravenwood Ave, Baltimore, MD 21213

    $225,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,702 Sq Ft
    • 3601 Ravenwood Ave
    • New 2 days ago

    Welcome to 3601 Ravenwood Ave—a well-maintained end-of-group townhome offering space, natural light, and functionality. This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home features an open-concept layout with a seamless flow between the living and dining areas, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The home includes hardwood floors and key updates completed in 2016, including the kitchen, flooring, and

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    Yolanda Brown
    Samson Properties
    (443) 232-2849
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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
21
Median Rent
$1,395
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,295
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,400
Median Townhouse Rent
$1,600
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$1,800
Median Condo Rent
$1,100
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,100

Demographics

Total Population
10,654
Median Age
40
Population Density
14 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$45,327
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$57,299

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
83.4%
Below the national average
89%
College Graduates
13.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8%
% Population in Labor Force
62.3%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
16''

Area Factors

Moderately friendly

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Moderately friendly

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Moderately friendly

Transit Score®

70 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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