$265,669Average Value$559Average Price per Sq Ft6Homes For Sale
A convenient neighborhood between the city and the county
North Harford Road is a northeast Baltimore neighborhood that is well-regarded for its suburban atmosphere within the city limits. Prospective owners choose this community primarily for its resemblance to the county and proximity to the heart of the city. “It’s all about convenience,” says Realtor Michael Chong with Coldwell Banker, who has 7 years of experience in the area. “You have simple access to the city, but it’s closer to the county so it feels a little more suburban out that way. Buyers can get some decent-sized homes on detached lots and get them at city prices, not the county price where they’d be paying double for the same-sized house.” The traditional row houses so often associated with Baltimore give way this far north to single-family cottages with green front and back lawns. North Harford Road presents its residents with a county atmosphere without having to leave the excitement – or the prices - of the city too far behind.
North Harford Road has the feel of the suburbs.
North Harford Road is not far from Downtown Baltimore.
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More spacious homes, but city road noise is still a concern
Although it is not far from downtown Baltimore, North Harford Road feels decidedly more suburban than the rest of the city. A few red brick duplexes, priced between $200,000 and $300,000, can be found on the south side of the neighborhood. For the most part, single-family homes here are detached, sitting on spacious city lots with front and backyards. “The further northeast you get, the bigger the homes,” Chong says. These cottage-style houses, many with Cape Cod and Craftsman features, are set back from the sidewalks by concrete walkways and short brick porches. Prices can range anywhere from $290,000 to $400,000 depending on the square footage and the number of bedrooms. However, despite its suburban appearance, reminders of city life still surround the neighborhood. “The traffic on Harford Road gets heavy,” Chong says. “There are so many cars driving by the houses, so it can get pretty noisy. That’s the number one concern I hear from buyers.”
There are homes in all shapes and sizes in North Harford Road.
The homes in North Harford Road are all unique.
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Zeke’s Coffee and shopping destinations around Harford Road
Locals can purchase fresh crabs and fish from Harford Seafood Market or just stop in to grab lunch at the fried seafood counter. Harford Mart is a convenience store where folks can quickly pick up snacks, and Giant Food on Parkville Avenue is the closest supermarket. Harford Road serves as the area’s de facto Main Street. Residents can head 2 miles south to grab a cup of coffee at Zeke’s, Baltimore’s favorite home-grown coffee shop, or have dinner at Koco’s Pub, where the crabcakes have been deemed the best in the city by the Maryland Crab Cake Festival. More extensive shopping options are available at White Marsh Mall. “White Marsh is further north and east, and it gets lots of traffic from shoppers,” Chong says. “So it’s still a popular destination, at least. It’s only 5 or so miles away, but it can take way longer to get there than you’d expect.” The mall itself hosts over 130 shops, restaurants and boutiques. Shoppers can also hop across Honeygo Boulevard to The Avenue, a trendy outdoor strip mall that is home to several casual eateries and the AMC movie theater.
Zeke's Coffee Shop is a popular gathering place for North Harford Road community.
Looking to do some grocery shopping? Stop by the Giant in North Harford Road.
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City public schools and storied private institutions
North Harford Road is zoned for Woodhome Elementary Middle School, which scores a C-minus from Niche and educates children from kindergarten through grade 8. Woodhome is an intensive literacy site, meaning a site-based coach is available to help students improve their reading levels. After middle school, students proceed to their choice of the city’s high schools. The closest is Reginald F. Lewis High, also a C-minus, which offers career and technical education pathways in law, business management and agriculture sciences. Calvert Hall College High School is a private, faith-based alternative for young men located in nearby Towson. Mercy High School, located just 3 miles west on Northern Parkway, has offered the same alternative for young women since it was established in 1960.
Woodhome Elementary/Middle School is a great school in North Harford Road.
The student population at Reginald F Lewis High School is 577 students.
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Plenty of ways to get outside are within reach of North Harford Road
North Harford Park is the closest community green space. Youth sports leagues play on the multipurpose athletic field here, and pickup basketball games on the outdoor court are a regular occurrence. Hikers can head to either Double Rock Park in the northeastern corner of the neighborhood or to Cromwell Valley Park 6 miles north. The 1,600-acre Loch Raven Reservoir, a popular spot for boating and fishing, is also nearby. Golfers will enjoy proximity to Mount Pleasant Golf Course, which opened in 1934 and once hosted Arnold Palmer.
The basketball courts are a popular amenity at North Harford Park.
North Harford Road can escape busy city life at Loch Raven Reservoir.
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Harford Road makes area highways all the more accessible
Harford Road is the neighborhood’s main thoroughfare, providing the most direct route to downtown Baltimore 7 miles south. Bus lines along this road run into the heart of the city every 30 minutes, making commuting simple even without a car. Interstate 695, also known as the Baltimore Beltway, is just on the other side of Parkville, granting access to other major highways such as Interstate 95 and Interstate 83. Interstate 95 is the quickest way to make the 25-mile trip to Baltimore Washington International Airport.
College football in the county seat, concerts and baseball downtown
North Harford Road is just under 5 miles from Towson, which is the county seat of Baltimore County and home of Towson University. College football games here are a rowdy Saturday tradition. The university also hosts concerts and stand-up comedians throughout the year. Hampden, Baltimore’s famously quirky arts district, is about 7 miles from the neighborhood. Bars in this part of town routinely feature live music by local musicians, and the homeowners on 34th Street open their intricately-decorated houses for visitors to tour during the annual Miracle on 34th Street festival. Residents of North Harford Road are also just 9 miles from Camden Yards, home of the Baltimore Orioles, and M&T Bank Stadium, home of the NFL’s Baltimore Ravens.
Head into downtown Baltimore near North Harford Road and explore the waterfront.
North Harford Road is located in close proximity to Camden Yards.
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Parks in this Area
Belmar Park
Trails
Playground
North Hardford Park
Burdick Park
Dog Park
Tennis
Playground
Balder Avenue Park
Trails
Playground
Parking Lot
Double Rock Park
Baseball/Softball
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Northeast Regional Recreation Center
Tennis
Trails
Pickleball
Transit
Airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall
37 min drive
Bus
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Northern Pkwy & Everall Ave Fs Wb
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Northern Pkwy & Walther Blvd Eb
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Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.58 Reviews
3.0Niche User
6/23/2016Niche Review
The experience has been good; but next time I would like a little more land and a single story home. I find that two stories is costly to heat and air condition. Plus as I get older, I want a place that will handle all my needs. This area is good for the young professional starting out and looking for a single family home.
3.0Niche User
9/22/2015Niche Review
Since moving in, the local elementary/ middle school has gone downhill. There are also a lot of people selling in the neighborhood, however no one is buying, leaving many empty houses. But overall, it is an area where i feel safe and there is a good sense of community.
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North Harford Road Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Harford Road, Baltimore sell after 137 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in North Harford Road, Baltimore over the last 12 months is $297,000, down 61% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,509
Median Age
42
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$95,041
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$106,678
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.3%
College Graduates
38.2%
Advanced Degrees
19.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.5%
Above 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®
44/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
78/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
50/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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