Named for its four pairs of cross streets, the tiny neighborhood of Four by Four in northeast Baltimore is almost entirely residential. However, it still provides prime access to some of the city’s most prominent parks. “There is a lot of buying and renovating going on right now in that area,” says Megan Wich, a Realtor with Harris Hawkins & Co. “I’ve been working with one investor who is buying several homes in the area and updating them. The houses have a lot of potential.”
Four by Four is named for its four pairs of cross streets which boarder the neighborhood.
Four by Four is a small residential neighborhood in Northeast Baltimore.
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Houses sit side-by-side on small lawns
The neighborhood comprises traditional Baltimore rowhouses featuring red-brick facades and short-roofed front patios lined by steel fencing. The two- to three-bedroom houses sit shoulder to shoulder along the neighborhood’s narrow, sidewalk-lined streets. Set back from the unmarked roadways, most homes have small staircases leading up to their front doors and petite front yards, often edged by chain-link fencing. Pricing starts at $55,000 and can reach up to $179,000 if the house has undergone major interior renovations.
Most homes in Four by Four have red brick facades.
Four by Four offers modest homes with easy access to city convivences.
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Scenic golf course, streamside trails and a historic cemetery
A quick walk to the other side of Belair Road will lead to Clifton Park, once farmland owned by Johns Hopkins. Locals head to the urban park to play a round of 18 on the Clifton Park Golf Course, which offers views of the Baltimore skyline. People can also go for a stroll along paved walking trails shaded by mature trees, play on the tennis courts or listen to live music at the Band Shell. Nearby Herring Run Park, situated just a mile north of Four by Four, spans 375 acres. The Herring Run Stream runs the length of the park and is flanked by trails. The expansive green space also features a playground for kids to roam, a basketball court and a pedestrian bridge. History buffs might consider exploring the historic Baltimore Cemetery, neighboring Four by Four’s southern end. With a towering gateway that feels reminiscent of medieval times, the cemetery built in 1850 is the final resting place of some of Baltimore’s former movers and shakers, including brewery founders like the Vonderhorst family, who also owned the Baltimore Orioles in the 1800s.
Clifton Park has great tennis courts in Four By Four.
Four By Four has a great golf course at Clifton Park.
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Magnet programs at Baltimore City Public Schools
Students here are zoned for Baltimore City Public Schools. They may begin their education at Fort Worthington Elementary/Middle School, which earns a C-minus from Niche and serves students in kindergarten through eighth grades. They may later filter into Paul Laurence Dunbar High School, which features a magnet program in biomedical sciences and gets a C rating from Niche. The neighborhood is also home to The Catholic High School of Baltimore. Established in 1939, this private all-girls school has a B-plus from Niche and offers specialized programs in STEM, law and leadership, and visual and performing arts.
The Catholic High School of Baltimore is a private school located in the Four by Four community.
Four by Four students can attend Paul Laurence Dunbar Community High School.
Fort Worthington
Elementary/Middle School serves students in the Four by Four community.
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Commuting to downtown Baltimore
For a change of pace, residents enjoy being less than 3.5 miles from the heart of Baltimore and the Inner Harbor. “The accessibility to downtown makes for an easy commuter for those who might work in that area,” Wich says. While the neighborhood is primarily car-dependent, Maryland Transit Administration bus stops along Edison Highway and Belair Road connect locals to surrounding amenities. For access to medical care, locals can make the 3-mile drive along East 33rd Street to MedStar Union Memorial Hospital. Interstate 895 can also connect commuters to the greater Baltimore area, including Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, roughly 17 miles away.
Four by Four residents enjoy an easy commute to Downtown Baltimore.
Four by Four's great location makes it easy to enjoy all the Baltimore has to offer.
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Small shopping centers nearby
Small complexes, including Belair Edison Crossing and Erdman Shopping Center, are adjacent to the neighborhood and allow residents to knock out most of their errands in one fell swoop. Each features grocery stores like Food Depot and Save-A-Lot. There’s also a Shoppers World, a Rainbow clothing outlet, dollar stores and ATMs. Right next door, locals will find the Enoch Pratt Free Library’s Herring Run Branch, which offers computers for public use, a wide variety of free events and workshops, and its expansive book collection. Traveling north along Belair Road leads to Bertha’s Soul Food Bar and Grill. The small, unassuming local joint is beloved by customers for its fried catfish, collard greens and mac and cheese. Those with a sweet tooth can check out Woodlea Bakery, where their handmade cakes and pastries are on full display.
Four by Four central location makes running errands a breeze.
Erdman Shopping Center has Rainbow Shops which is a great place for new clothes in Four By Four.
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Parks in this Area
Herring Run Park
Trails
Playground
Clifton Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Herring Run Park
Collington Square Park
Basketball
Playground
Elmley Avenue Park
Basketball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Eagar Park Playground
Trails
Playground
Transit
Airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall
27 min drive
Bus
Edison HWY & Elmora Ave Nb
Bus
Belair Rd & Ravenwood Ave Nb
Bus
Belair Rd & Elmley Ave Nb
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Four By Four
US
Homicide
8
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Four By Four Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Four By Four, Baltimore sell after 68 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Four By Four, Baltimore over the last 12 months is $117,000, up 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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BACK ON MARKET-RARE FIND END / CORNER Townhouse 3 br 2ba- with detached 2 door garage with alley next to garage. Located in "Four by Four between North st., Belair rd, Edison and Erdman just north of Baltimore cemetery.The property is offered for sale As Is and All Cash only Please review Terms and Conditions statements under MLS documents before sending an offer.
Fully Renovated Brick Townhouse in Baltimore City!Welcome to this beautifully renovated brick townhouse, perfectly blending charm with modern upgrades. From top to bottom, this home has been completely transformed and is move-in ready.Step onto the inviting front porch and into an open-concept main level featuring a stunning kitchen with brand-new cabinets, quartz countertops, and stainless steel
Property Id: 1802650**Private ROOM Available**Monthly Rent:1BR with SHARED BATH - $550Security Deposit: $550Lease:Units are SINGLE occupancy (1 Person)**$150/month for Double OccupancyMonth to Month LeaseNO smoking and NO petsUtilities Included in Rent:Water, Electric, A/C, Trash Removal, Laundry**Contact us for more
Welcoming you to this delightful three-bedroom, two-bathroom townhouse nestled in the serene district of Four by Four, Baltimore, Md. This charming residence accentuating a delightfully spacious open floor plan, accentuated by ample natural light streaming in through large windows. The splendor of hardwood flooring adds a touch of elegance to the humble abode. Cozy rear sunroom to enjoy your
Property Id: 1802651**Private ROOM Available**Monthly Rent:1BR with PRIVATE BATH - $800Security Deposit: $800Lease:Units are SINGLE occupancy (1 Person)**$150/month for Double OccupancyMonth to Month LeaseNO smoking and NO petsUtilities Included in Rent:Water, Electric, A/C, Trash Removal, Laundry**Contact us for more
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,389
Median Age
37
Population Density
25 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$24,210
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$39,683
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
72.6%
College Graduates
6.5%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.5%
% Population in Labor Force
45.3%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
16''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
42/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
79/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
66/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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