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Baltimore brick row houses near Druid Hill Park
Druid Heights in West Baltimore is a densely populated residential community. “Druid Heights is still close to downtown Baltimore and near a few government buildings, but it’s also near the arts district,” says Floretta Davis, a Realtor with Samson Properties who has been selling in Baltimore since 2003. Homes are predominantly brick row houses in various states of repair or renovation. Though the area has more renters than homeowners, the average listing price is around $150,000, which is lower than in neighboring Upton, Madison Park and Bolton Hill. The neighborhood is just south of Druid Hill Park and the Maryland Zoo. Students study within the Baltimore City Public School district, which is graded an overall C-plus on Niche. Gathering spaces with community atmospheres include houses of worship, such as the Masjid ul Haqq mosque or the Berea Temple Seventh-day Adventist Church. The Y in Druid Hill is right in town and offers plenty of indoor activities and fitness classes to anyone who joins.
Federal style row-homes are common in Druid Heights.
Enjoy your balcony in Druid Heights' Victorian style row homes.
Row-homes in Druid Heights tend to have ornate decorative details.
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Classic Baltimore brick row houses in Druid Heights
Homes in Druid Heights are primarily brick row houses in varying states of renovation or repair. Many of them maintain their historic features, including 1920s arched brick window frames, wrought iron window accents and stair railings, as well as small front stoops. Potential homebuyers can check out residences up for auction or invest in properties that have suffered fire or damage. “The area is mostly made up of multi-family and single-family homes,” Davis says. “There’s a lot of buying opportunities over there for those who want to get their foot in the door for investing in property.” Habitable row houses with renovations or updates can be found at prices between $115,000 and $250,000.
Three story brick row homes all have their own character in Druid Heights.
More modest row-homes can be found throughout Druid Heights.
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Nearby Druid Hill Park amenities and attractions at the Maryland Zoo
Druid Hill Park is a massive green space north of downtown that residents in Druid Heights can take advantage of. From the playgrounds and sports courts to the Rawlings Conservatory botanical garden, and even the Maryland Zoo, Druid Hill Park has dozens of things to do. Folks can walk north to the disc golf course or jog the trail around Druid Lake. During the summer months, the Druid Hill Park Swimming Pool opens to the public. Other parks include the local Reverend Quille and Saint Katherine’s Parks, which have green spaces and playgrounds near most homes.
Play a round of disc golf at the well-maintained Druid Hill Park course.
Druid Hill Park has numerous basketball courts for residents and visitors.
The Maryland Zoo is well-known and loved for their wonderful treatment of the animals.
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Baltimore City Public Schools and programs
Dorothy I. Height Elementary School, formerly known as John E Howard Elementary School, teaches kindergarten through fifth grade. Students can then apply to the middle school and high school of their choice. Down the road, Booker T. Washington Middle School receives students from all over the city and offers immersive core academic classes and extracurriculars like intensive literacy and robotics. Both schools are graded a C-minus on Niche. Frederick Douglass High School, rated a C, includes its Cab Calloway School of Music and Career and Technology education programs.
Frederick Douglass High School is a public school located in Baltimore MD.
Booker T. Washington Middle School servers students from the 6th through the 8th grade.
Eutaw Marshburn School is no longer in use.
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The Penn North Metro is just a block or two from Druid Heights.
Commutes to downtown and trips to the Baltimore airport
Though the neighborhood is considered very walkable, the Penn North Metro station is just minutes away, making it more convenient for folks to get around town. They can also hop on the MTA bus lines at stops on Pennsylvania Avenue to travel in and out of downtown, which is less than 2 miles away. The Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport is about 11 miles south via Route 295 and usually takes about 20 minutes to reach by car when traffic is low. The Johns Hopkins Hospital is less than 3 miles east via Druid Hill Avenue and Orleans Street.
Avenue Market vendors and local carryout restaurants
The Avenue Market, currently undergoing a large renovation project, is a historic building from 1871. Often a gathering space and a place to get fresh produce, the market currently only has a few small businesses on-site, selling fried chicken, breakfast, lunch and baked goods. Locals can also cash checks at the market, though there is currently no grocer or produce stand. Local restaurants like Brudah’s Caribbean Kitchen and Yammi’s Soul Food offer fish and chicken dishes to-go. Penn Restaurant & Carryout offers generous portions of steak or wings, and they also serve breakfast sandwiches and pancake platters. For grocery runs, locals can head up to the Shoppers at Mondawmin Mall or get a few convenient items at the Dollar General on Pennsylvania Avenue.
The Avenue Market is located nearby in Penn North and has a variety of shops inside.
Catch the bus at many stops in Druid Heights, and get anywhere in the city you need to go.
There is a Subway sandwich shop next to the Penn North metro station.
For an easy bite to eat stop by the Burger Kin in Druid Heights.
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Community aid organizations in Druid Heights
The CAP Crime Index rates the neighborhood an overall 5 out of 10, which is just a bit higher than the national average of 4. However, the score for homicide is a 9 out of 10. To try and benefit the community, the Druid Heights Community Development Corp (CDC) is a non-profit organization working to revitalize the area through the self-empowerment of local neighborhoods. To do this, they offer programs like homebuyer counseling, newly constructed affordable housing options, senior housing, and a variety of seasonal activities throughout the year.
Since 2007, Safe Streets has been Baltimore’s flagship gun violence reduction program.
The Enoch Pratt free library has a location for Druid Heights residents.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Druid Heights
US
Homicide
9
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Druid Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Druid Heights, Baltimore sell after 75 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Druid Heights, Baltimore over the last 12 months is $165,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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**Back on market at no fault of its own!** *This parcel can be bought along with 508 Laurens St for a total of $24,000*Welcome to a prime opportunity in the heart of Baltimore City! Located at 508-510 Laurens St, this vacant residential land is a fantastic investment for developers and investors alike. Spanning a total of 0.04 acres, the lot is cleared and ready for new construction, with
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Welcome to 2012 Etting Street, Baltimore, MD 21217! This fully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers modern comfort and style in a convenient location. Recently remodeled in February 2024, the home features an updated kitchen with new flooring and high-quality finishes, fresh flooring throughout the dining room, living room, and bedrooms, and a newly constructed bathroom with a sleek design.
Welcome to this charming townhouse located in the vibrant Druid Heights neighborhood of Baltimore. Offering three bedrooms and one bathroom within 1,350 square feet, this home is perfect for individuals or families looking for a comfortable spacious living room with closed off fireplace design feature and formal dining room. The home offers a brand new stove, washer, and dryer. The
Now available for rent! Welcome to 2012 Etting Street, Baltimore, MD 21217! This fully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers modern comfort and style in a convenient location. Recently remodeled in February 2024, the home features an updated kitchen with new flooring and high-quality finishes, fresh flooring throughout the dining room, living room, and bedrooms, and a newly constructed bathroom
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
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Demographics
Total Population
1,894
Median Age
41
Population Density
35 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$44,473
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$59,936
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
84.1%
College Graduates
10.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
16''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
52/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
86/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
83/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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