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Grove Park

Grove Park

Neighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland

Baltimore City 21207, 21215

Neighborhood Reviews
3.4
$219,374 Average Value
$133 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Grove Park offers city access and suburban-style greenery

Grove Park is located at the edge of the Baltimore city limits, perched between the suburbs and downtown. “People in the area are pretty lively and welcoming,” says Rasheed Oridedi, lifetime Baltimore resident and Realtor with Keller Williams Legacy. “There’s a lot of public transportation available as well.” Though a six-lane parkway and the Metro pass near the community, tall poplars and elms provide a buffer from the noise of passing traffic. Sidewalks line the hilly streets of the neighborhood, leading past brick apartment complexes, duplexes and modest ranch-style homes from the 1950s.

Grove Park is less than 10 miles from Downtown Baltimore.
Grove Park is less than 10 miles from Downtown Baltimore.
Grove Park is a nice neighborhood on the outskirts of the city.
Grove Park is a nice neighborhood on the outskirts of the city.
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Nearby Gwynn Oak Park

Most of the single-family and semi-detached houses rest on lots with enough room for a backyard barbecue or a game of catch, but there are also city parks within a 2-mile drive. One option is Gwynn Oak Park, a nearly 70-acre space with paved trails and a playground. On weekends, the park is often bursting with activity, like picnics, food festivals and artisan markets — there are sometimes even field day events for adults. Those who enjoy golf can try out the rugged, 18-hole Forest Park Golf Course, which is also nearby. Since 1930, this course has served as a proving ground for professional golfers, including Sadena Parks and Charlie Sifford.

Sit and relax by the water in Grove Park.
Sit and relax by the water in Grove Park.
Play some golf in Grove Park at Forest Park Golf Course.
Play some golf in Grove Park at Forest Park Golf Course.
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Grove Park's renovated 1900s homes

Many of Grove Park’s residences were built in the early to mid-1900s, and as time passed, some were converted to multifamily rental properties “due to the sheer size of the homes,” Oridedi says. Today, the percentage of owners and renters is nearly equal, and developers have begun converting larger homes back to their original single-family layouts to accommodate families. Buyers might find semi-detached brick townhouses or brick ranch-style houses from the 1950s. There are also some newly renovated 1920s builds, including wood-sided bungalows and American Foursquares. From the car-lined streets of the community, paved pathways lead across green front lawns toward covered front porches. In some cases, private driveways serve as the border between homes. Though houses in need of updates sometimes sell between $100,000 and $200,000, restored homes are often priced from $250,000 to $450,000.

Brick duplexes are quite common in Grove Park.
Brick duplexes are quite common in Grove Park.
There are many great housing options in Grove Park.
There are many great housing options in Grove Park.
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21st-century schools near Grove Park

Children in the community can begin their education at Calvin M. Rodwell Elementary/Middle School, which was rebuilt in 2020. The school receives a C-minus Niche score and provides students with collaborative learning spaces and electives that include technological awareness and culinary arts. Students may choose which high school to attend. The nearest option is C-minus-rated Forest Park High School, which was renovated in 2018 to add a mock trial space, a television studio and an indoor pool.

Forest Park High School is a great place for Grove Park's youth to learn and grow.
Forest Park High School is a great place for Grove Park's youth to learn and grow.
Calvin M. Rodwell Elementary School in Grove Park prepares your kids well.
Calvin M. Rodwell Elementary School in Grove Park prepares your kids well.
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A short drive to NorthWest Plaza

From the relatively quiet residential streets, the nearest shopping area is NorthWest Plaza, just over 1 mile away by car. There, people can pick up groceries at Harvest Fare Supermarket or sit down for a hearty plate of spiced shrimp and grits at HomeSweetHome Cafe’ & Brunch. About 2 miles away is the Reisterstown Road Plaza, which houses a Home Depot, several chain eateries and Giant Foods. For more selection, some folks take a 4-mile drive or bus ride to the indoor Security Square Mall, where they can shop for shoes, enjoy a bubble tea or watch a movie. On Saturdays from July to October, food trucks, local farmers and makers come to the farmers market held in the mall’s parking lot.

Need to pick up a prescription? Stop by Rite Aid in Grove Park.
Need to pick up a prescription? Stop by Rite Aid in Grove Park.
Northwest Plaza in Grove Park is a great place to get goceries.
Northwest Plaza in Grove Park is a great place to get goceries.
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Concord Community Parade

In mid-December, the Northwest Baltimore community gathers at Concord Baptist Church for an annual tree-lighting ceremony. The following day, the Concord Community Parade kicks off with local marching bands and antique car owners making their way down Liberty Heights Avenue. After the parade, the celebration continues with ice skating and toy giveaways.

Getting around Baltimore

There are several travel options for navigating around Baltimore. Maryland Transit Administration’s CityLink buses stop along Liberty Heights and Rogers avenues, and the MTA’s Rogers Ave Metro station is about a half mile away from the northern half of the neighborhood. Despite these options, Oridedi says that car travel is often the most convenient, with Interstate 695 just 2 miles west and Interstate 83 less than 4 miles east.

Some considerations for homebuyers

Along Kennison Avenue, there is a narrow section of homes that rest at a lower elevation. Because the nearby Powder Mill Branch is prone to flooding after heavy rains, some of these houses may lie within a small flood zone. Lenders may require the purchase of flood insurance.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall

27 min drive

Bus

Wabash Ave & Rogers Ave Sb

Bus

Rogers Ave & Liberty Heights Ave Sb

Bus

Wabash Ave & Northern Pkwy Fs Sb

Bus

Rogers Ave & Belle Ave Wb

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.4 5 Reviews
3.0 Niche User
2/28/2015 Niche Review
This isn't a place you want to live if you're looking for more opportunities to start a new career. It's just a regular area with food places and market places and a gas station here or there. So if you want a job doing something basic like that, I guess you'd come here. Basically, it's kind of a last resort place. You wouldn't say, "Ooo!! I want to move to Gwynn Oak so I can get ____ job!" No. You'd mainly move here if you want to find an inexpensive house, apartment, or townhouse.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Grove Park US
Homicide 7 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$247,500
Median Single Family Price
$325,000
Median Townhouse Price
$225,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$133
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Months of Supply
0.70
Median List Price
$260,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
24%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
455
Median Year Built
1952

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 Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,661
Median Age
48
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29.4%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$31,982
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$44,437

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
87.6%
College Graduates
9.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.5%
% Population in Labor Force
50.9%
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®

26 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

36 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

68 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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