Engels De Leon
Samson Properties
(855) 509-0932
41 Total Sales
1 in Lakeland
$195,000 Price
Lakeland
The community of Lakeland in Southwest Baltimore was once known by a different name. Dubbed “Minersville” in the early 1800s due to the area’s many iron ore pits, the first homes here housed miners, or employees of the Baltimore Iron Works company. Later, as the need for this industry faded, the abandoned ore pits filled with water forming small lakes, and the community’s name became Lakeland. Today, Lakeland is a diverse mixed-use community featuring manufacturing and warehouse spaces as well as a residential population complete with cozy housing options.
Housing options in Lakeland consist primarily of traditional Baltimore row houses, as well as a mix of Arts and Craftsman influenced detached single-family homes. Prospective buyers can choose from minimalist cottages and ranch-styles or opt for the larger American Four-Square or Dutch Colonial designs. This community also offers some duplex, or semi-detached options. Many of the single-family homes in Lakeland are painted in bright shades of blue, orange, green and pink, and feature unique details like expansive roofed front porches. The most popular form of row houses here are two-storied red brick homes featuring flat facades and short front stoops. The average sales price here is $135,000, price points vary depending on the age, size and condition of the property.
Students here attend Baltimore City Public Schools like Lakeland Elementary/Middle School, and the Paul Laurence Dunbar High School. Serving over 1000 students in ninth through twelfth grades, Paul Laurence Dunbar, or P-TECH is a specialized STEM school offering four-to-six-year programs in which students can plan to earn a high school diploma and/or a no-cost associate degree. At Dunbar, students receive first-in-line status for job placement, via partnerships with local organizations like Johns Hopkins University, the University of Maryland, and Kaiser Permanente.
For all your daily essentials, the main thoroughfare of West Patapsco Avenue offers a variety of casual eateries and commercial retail options to meet your needs. Residents can pick up their weeks’ worth of groceries at the LA Mart International Food Market, or the nearby Megamart supermarket. For quick bites, there’s Pizza Pleasers, Popeyes and a Sonic Drive-In. Or for plenty of fun finds, head over to the longstanding Patapsco Flea Market and search for your very own hidden treasure.
For some open green spaces, local Lakeland Park offers residents walking paths, basketball courts, a baseball field, and a swing set too. Or if you’re looking for a bigger park to explore, remember you’re only a short ten minutes’ drive away from Patapsco Valley State Park, which features over 16,000 acres and five distinct recreational areas along the banks of the Patapsco River.
Another perk of living in Lakeland? You’re connected! Situated just north of I-295 and in direct proximity to the Light Rail, the MARC train and the BWI Airport, residents of Lakeland can get where they need to be, fast. Hop on the Light Rail and head into the city for an O’s game. Commute via the MARC train to nearby Washington DC. Or simply stay local and enjoy the Inner Harbor waterfront promenade.
Welcome to Lakeland, a historic neighborhood in Southwest Baltimore.
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Michelle Goshen
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Engels De Leon
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Jeff Choyce
Jeff Choyce
Hyatt & Company Real Estate, LLC
(667) 401-0194
86 Total Sales
1 in Lakeland
$126,000 Price
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Paola Lazo
Paola Lazo
Fairfax Realty Premier
(855) 517-8290
107 Total Sales
1 in Lakeland
$105,000 Price
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Osvaldo Del Toro
Osvaldo Del Toro
EXP Realty, LLC
(667) 213-6812
133 Total Sales
2 in Lakeland
$60K - $65K Price Range
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Randy Pomfrey
Randy Pomfrey
Cummings & Co. Realtors
(443) 594-8210
270 Total Sales
1 in Lakeland
$111,000 Price
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Brandon Scott
Brandon Scott
Keller Williams Capital Properties
(202) 953-2491
62 Total Sales
1 in Lakeland
$155,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Middle Branch Park
Hillcrest Park
- Fishing
- Lake
- Picnic Area
Sandy Hills Skate Park
- Skateboard
Unger's Field
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Southwest Area Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Lakeland | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 8 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lakeland Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lakeland, Baltimore sell after 11 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Lakeland, Baltimore over the last 12 months is $362,500, down 24% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$449,000
Median Sale Price
$362,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$429,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$449,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
40
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-24%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$243
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,247
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1958
Months of Supply
1.80
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 22 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,047 - $1,579 per month
- Arbuta Arms Apartments*
- 1 - 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 700+ Sq Ft
- 2600 W Patapsco Ave
- Baltimore, MD
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,075
Median Age
33
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
32%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$41,555
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$54,401
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
62.4%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
12.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.4%
% Population in Labor Force
71.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
45
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
61
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
60
/ 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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