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Irvington

Irvington

Neighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland

Baltimore City 21229

Neighborhood Reviews
3.2
$178,117 Average Value
$89 Average Price per Sq Ft
14 Homes For Sale

Historic urban neighborhood in SW Baltimore

“Where houses become homes and neighbors become friends” is Irvington, Baltimore’s motto. Take it from Norman Gabriel Jr., who has lived in this historic southwestern district of Baltimore since 2003. “It’s a quiet and peaceful neighborhood,” says Gabriel, “People like to sit out on their front porches and just hang out.” Established in 1874, the neighborhood features homes built just a bit later in the early 1900s, including multi-family units and various single-family homes. Irvington has one main road with a few businesses, serving as the neighborhood’s gateway to the rest of Baltimore, with downtown about 4 miles away.

Early 1900s Victorians, duplexes and rowhouses

Prospective buyers can choose from single-family homes, duplexes or traditional Baltimore rowhouses. Victorians are the most common single-family homes, boasting cozy wrap-around porches. They typically offer four to six bedrooms, selling for around $350,000 to $450,000. Most duplexes and rowhouses also come with front porches along with small, fenced-in backyards close to neighbors. Some of these two- to three-bedroom multi-family homes are in need of renovations, selling for $50,000 to $110,000. Those with brand-new interiors range from around $150,000 to $250,000. For those seeking smaller spaces, one- and two-bedroom apartment options are also available.

Irvington Neighborhood
Irvington Neighborhood
Home Styles
Home Styles
Irvington Neighborhood
Irvington Neighborhood
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Necessities on Frederick Avenue

Frederick Avenue runs through the heart of Irvington, featuring all the essential amenities such as gas stations, pharmacies, mini-markets and local restaurants. Sugar Mama’s is undoubtedly the community staple, especially for breakfast. “Sugar Mama’s has a big following,” says Gabriel. “If you have a sweet tooth, it’s the place to go.” While many come for the French toast platter and shrimp and grits, the restaurant also serves hearty lunches, including cheesesteaks and home fries. Locals can get takeout from China House or Pizza Hub just across the street or head a few blocks down to Bevy’s Island Taste for oxtail and other Caribbean staples.

Frederick Ave
Frederick Ave
Local Amenities
Local Amenities
Frederick Ave
Frederick Ave
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Public schools and a highly rated Catholic high school

Students are served by Baltimore City Public Schools, zoned to Beechfield Elementary/Middle School. Serving kindergarten through eighth-grade students, Beechfield receives a C-minus grade from Niche. High schoolers have their option of schools through the district’s choice/lottery system. Edmondson Westside High, also graded a C-minus, is the closest to Irvington. It offers dual-enrollment and work-study programs to help students prepare for college or the work field after graduating. Mount Saint Joseph High School is located in Irvington, off Frederick Avenue. Established in 1876, the private Catholic all-male college-preparatory school receives an A-grade and is ranked the 14th-best Catholic high school in Maryland.

Open fields and recreation at Irvington Park

Kids play baseball, soccer and football through local leagues at Irvington Park. Off the fields, they can have fun on the playground. Residents can also enjoy the park’s open green spaces or go for strolls through the woods by Maidens Choice Run, a streambed that contours the neighborhood. Irvington is also home to three historic cemeteries: New Cathedral Cemetery, Mount Olivet Cemetery and the Loudon Park National Cemetery (military).

Maiden Choice Run Creek
Maiden Choice Run Creek
Local Pocket Parks & Community Space
Local Pocket Parks & Community Space
Loudon Park Cemetery
Loudon Park Cemetery
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Close to U.S. Routes 1 and 40

Irvington residents live right between U.S. Routes 1 and 40, with the latter leading 4 miles to Downtown Baltimore. Commuters can also take an MTA bus to get all around the Baltimore metro from Frederick Avenue.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall

18 min drive

Bus

Frederick Ave & Morley St Wb

Bus

Old Frederick Rd & Collins Ave Eb

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Caton Ave & Kingsley St Fs Sb

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Yale Ave & Walrad St Nb

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Frederick Ave & Morley St Opp Eb

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Frederick Ave & Hilton St Fs Wb

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Frederick Ave & Loudon Ave Wb

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.2 3 Reviews
2.0 Niche User
4/19/2016 Niche Review
One of the worst cities in America. High crime and murder rate. Dirty. Rude people. Abandoned neighborhoods. Streets are bad (potholes, construction). Jobs are not really hiring .
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Irvington US
Homicide 10 4
Sexual Assault 7 4
Assault with Weapon 7 4
Robbery 8 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$163,000
Median Single Family Price
$262,500
Median Townhouse Price
$165,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$89
Number of Homes for Sale
14
Last 12 months Home Sales
41
Months of Supply
4.10
Median List Price
$180,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
952
Median Year Built
1930
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
5,825
Significantly above the national average
1,936
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791

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 Renters

Demographics

Total Population
3,424
Median Age
40
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$44,853
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,795

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
87%
College Graduates
12.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
59.1%

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®

15 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

38 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

53 / 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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