Johnston Square
Urban Core Neighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland
Baltimore City 21202
Increased ownership of rowhouses and townhomes
Residents live almost exclusively in traditional Baltimore rowhouses and townhomes, some with Italianate or Federal architectural features. These two- to three-storied dwellings, some with colorful brick or stone facades, typically range between $125,000 to $350,000 for a larger space with recent renovations. In recent years, incentives provided by local organizations like Rebuild Metro have helped to promote increased rental and ownership in the Johnston Square community. Programs like Path to Own support home ownership for all incomes and backgrounds.
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Walking from local Meadery to sushi
For everyday essentials, residents can pop into one of the area’s mini-marts and convenience stores, and Save A Lot is just north. For larger shopping trips, locals can visit neighboring shopping plazas like Church Square Shopping Center, which features a Dollar General, a DLTR clothing store and several casual eateries. For a fun night out with pizza and brew, Charm City Meadworks is a local brewery specializing in pub food and draft mead drinks. “There’s a lot of restaurants on the west side near the University,” Smith says. Residents can walk a couple blocks for sushi at Minato and grab a drink at Turp’s, a sports bar in a brownstone.
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Rebuild Johnston Square Neighborhood programs
Similarly, local activist groups like Rebuild Johnston Square Neighborhood continue to push for change. While the CAP Index gives Johnston Square a crime score of 7 out of a possible 10, this organization – run by longtime resident and Executive Director, Regina Hammond – sponsors events such as community clean-ups, kids’ fun days, and street-beautifying projects like the Bee Safe Art Crosswalks.Fresh air at Johnston Square city parks
For some fresh air in the midst of city living, residents head to Johnston Square Park and the nearby Ambrose Kennedy Park. Both parks offer a baseball diamond, basketball courts and walking paths around open green space, and Ambrose Kennedy also has a play area for the younger ones.
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Getting around on the Metro or I-83
Nearby is the Johns Hopkins Medical campus, a major employer in the area. Hopkins is the last of 14 stops on the city’s METRO Subway system, making commutes around the city easier. There are also several MDOT bus stops spread around Johnston Square, and Interstate 83 conveniently runs along the west side of town.
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Public Baltimore city schools
Students living in Johnston Square can start with a 14-1 student-teacher ratio at Johnston Square Elementary School before progressing to a 13-1 student-teacher ratio at Booker T. Washington Middle School, both of which receive a C-minus Niche grade. High schoolers might attend Paul Laurence Dunbar High School – graded a C by Niche – which offers students first-in-line status for job placement via partnerships with local organizations like Johns Hopkins University, the University of Maryland, and Kaiser Permanente.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Tanya Lewis
Tanya Lewis
Cummings & Co. Realtors
(667) 303-2196
148 Total Sales
1 in Johnston Square
$140,111 Price
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Brenda Huelle
Brenda Huelle
EXP Realty, LLC
(240) 348-6895
41 Total Sales
1 in Johnston Square
$185,000 Price
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Joseph DeSimone
Joseph DeSimone
Cummings & Co. Realtors
(667) 217-1286
113 Total Sales
1 in Johnston Square
$180,000 Price
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Alonna Davis
Alonna Davis
Realty One Group Universal
(667) 303-2801
94 Total Sales
2 in Johnston Square
$160,000 Price Range
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Peter Klebenow
Peter Klebenow
RE/MAX Advantage Realty
(667) 239-8685
231 Total Sales
2 in Johnston Square
$20K - $31K Price Range
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Tom Nwachukwu
Tom Nwachukwu
Responds QuicklyCentury 21 Downtown
(667) 239-8633
163 Total Sales
1 in Johnston Square
$210,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place
- Trails
Mount Vernon Children's Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Events
Madison Square Park
- Playground
McAllister Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Botanical Gardens
Ambrose Kennedy Park
- Picnic Area
- Pool
- Playground
Mount Vernon Place
- Trails
- Visitor Center
Johnston Square Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Johnston Square | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 9 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Johnston Square Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Johnston Square, Baltimore sell after 52 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Johnston Square, Baltimore over the last 12 months is $180,000, up 34% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$234,999
Median Sale Price
$180,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$228,874
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$247,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
34%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$122
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
461
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Median Year Built
1984
Months of Supply
5.30
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,118
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,635
Median Age
43
Population Density
23 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.7%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$31,268
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$38,308
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
72.3%
College Graduates
9.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.6%
% Population in Labor Force
42.9%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
76
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
88
/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
88
/ 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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