Just 2 miles north of downtown, East Baltimore Midway offers residents an urban lifestyle among its gridded and walkable streets. The area has an industrial history, which can be seen in the brick factory buildings on almost every block. In recent years, these establishments have been either retired or abandoned – most converted into artistic or living spaces. Locals of the neighborhood can walk from their rowhome to a local grocer or opt for a bench break in one of the small pocket parks, and Penn Station is a short walk west. The community puts forth efforts for a better tomorrow through after-school programs at Cecil Kirk Recreation Center and community gardens at Boone Street Commons. “It’s an up-and-coming area. Some blocks are better than others, but we’re seeing change,” says Carl Smith, a Realtor at Smart Realty with 12 years of experience in the Baltimore area. “And a lot of the streets connect to Broadway, which runs right to Johns Hopkins Hospital.”
Classic Baltimore rowhouses and townhomes
Densely populated, prospective buyers can choose from a variety of traditional Baltimore rowhouses and townhomes. These two- to three-story properties typically have Italianate or Federal design influence, some with front porches and more recent renovations. “There’s a historic charm in these older homes that you really don’t see anymore,” Smith says. “Some are four stories, and some even have balconies on the roof.” Investment properties in need of restoration might cost between $70,000 and $100,000. Dwellings that are move-in ready with floor-to-ceiling makeovers, some with new appliances and fenced-in backyards, can range from $150,000 to $350,000 depending on the size and floor plan.
Large three-story rowhomes are available in East Baltimore Midway.
East Baltimore Midway is a densely populated community.
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Local markets, lounges and wax museum
For essentials, residents will find an assortment of mini-marts and convenience stores scattered throughout the community, while Safeway and Save A Lot are just a mile west. Locals can enjoy a traditional breakfast at Silver Star Restaurant – which also hosts soul food crab feasts – or at Stone Tavern – a sandwich and platter spot in a quaint stone cottage. For a taste of local culture and a drink or two on the back patio, patrons stop by the long-standing Wooden Nickel Lounge. Another way to enjoy the neighborhood’s culture is by visiting The National Great Blacks in Wax Museum located on the south side, a wax museum highlighting notable African Americans from the slavery era to today’s athletes and scientists.
In a unique old stone building, Stone Tavern serves breakfast foods at an affordable price.
Learn about African American history at the The National Great Blacks In Wax Museum in Baltimore
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Coming together at Cecil Kirk and Boone Street
According to the CAP Index, East Baltimore Midway receives a crime score of 7 out of 10, higher than the national average of 4. The community is taking steps to combat this above-average crime score by offering kids a safe place to go after school and encouraging togetherness in park spaces. Cecil Kirk Recreation Center opens doors for neighborhood children through programs like marching band, hip-hop dance, swim lessons and floral designs. Boone Street Commons was designed and constructed on a volunteer basis, providing a community garden, and outdoor space for local events like Summer Movie Nights.
Cecil Kirk Recreation Center opens doors for neighborhood children through interactive programs.
The Boone Street Commons is a community greenspace in the East Baltimore Midway neighborhood.
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A-graded Baltimore City College
Students living in East Baltimore Midway can begin their education by entering the colorful mural-decorated building of Cecil Elementary School before advancing to a 13-1 student-teacher ratio at Booker T. Washington Middle School, both of which receive a C-minus Niche grade. High schoolers can attend Baltimore City College, which Niche grades an A-minus and ranks in the top 5% of best high schools for athletes and top 30% of best overall public high schools in Maryland. Mother Seton Academy is a private Catholic middle school option located on the west side.
Located in the East Baltimore Midway, Cecil Elementary School was founded in 1921.
East Baltimore Midway students can attend Margaret Brent Elementary/Middle School.
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Cultural festivals at Clifton Park
A reprieve from the city streets, Midway Park is centrally located in East Baltimore Midway. Residents can get shade under the gazebo or rest on one of the benches overlooking a small area of well-manicured greens. East of the neighborhood is Clifton Park, complete with an 18-hole golf course, athletic courts and a playground. This park, which is home to the former estate of Johns Hopkins, hosts community festivals like One Carnival in July – an annual Caribbean event with a parade, live music and food vendors.
East Baltimore Midway residents can find a peaceful retreat at Midway Park.
Clifton Park's Mansion was the former estate of Johns Hopkins and is a popular community venue.
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Riding the MDOT bus or train
While East Baltimore Midway’s streets are walkable, residents can also catch the MDOT bus at one of the many stops in town. Penn Station is also nearby, with an Amtrak that can land in Washington, D.C. in less than an hour or Philadelphia in an hour. For drivers, U.S. Route 40 runs along the south side of the neighborhood, conveniently connecting to Interstate 83.
East Baltimore Midway has access to many transportation options easy for commuters.
Residents can catch the MDOT bus at one of the many stops along kirk ave.
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East Baltimore Midway Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Baltimore Midway, Baltimore sell after 66 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in East Baltimore Midway, Baltimore over the last 12 months is $71,850, up 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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