Original Northwood
Neighborhood Reviews
Well-designed homes
Developed by the Roland Park Montebello Company, an offshoot of the famed Olmstead Brothers landscape architectural firm, Original Northwood features Tudors, red-brick colonials, Cape Cods and English cottages tucked away behind lush front yards with old-growth trees. “We call it Mayberry, here. It’s like the country in the city, a lot of green, and everyone helps each other out,” says Realtor and long-time resident Eleni Bonds. A walk down Argonne Drive or any street in Original Northwood will reveal what she’s talking about. Well-manicured lawns and gardens lead passersby along winding roads that dip, climb and hug the natural terrain. Finished in 1953, all 396 homes in the neighborhood were designed by lead architect John A. Ahlers, making Original Northwood one of the first planned communities in the nation. Today, single-family homes list for between $350,000 and $400,000, and townhouses are priced between $160,000 and $260,000.
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Schools that inspire
Schools that serve Original Northwood all scored a C from Niche, including Northwood Elementary, which received a C-minus. Northwood works with the Y of Central Maryland to ensure all students have adequate food, proper clothing and supplies. At Booker T. Washington Middle School for the Arts, another C-minus school, students have access to a curriculum of dance, vocal, instrumental band, media arts and theater to nurture their talents. At Frederick Douglass High, which scored a C, students can enroll in career programs to become emergency medical technicians; recording arts, media and production specialists; or members of the Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps.
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More green spaces nearby
Families with small children can visit Andover and North Hill Park, which has a sizeable grassy area and a playground. Lake Montebello is just 2 miles away. This reservoir offers a trail that loops around the lake. The area also has a disc golf course and is right next to Herring Run Park, featuring trails, a creek, woodlands and a children’s playground with swings, jungle gyms and a basketball half-court.
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From parties to socials
The Original Northwood Association sponsors several events throughout the year, including a holiday party, a blockoberfest, a wine-tasting event, ice cream socials, garden walks and yard sales. There’s even a popsicle night geared toward families with kids.Where to shop and dine
The closest shopping center is Northwood Commons. Practically new, it features a Lidl grocery store and several other stores and fast-food chains. Greenmount Avenue, a larger area, is less than 2 miles to the southwest. It’s lined with locally owned businesses, from used book and record stores to Japanese and vegan restaurants. For more to do, Fells Point's nightlife and the Inner Harbor museums are only 5 miles away.
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Getting around Baltimore
The MTA bus comes down Loch Raven Boulevard and across East Cold Springs Lane. Meanwhile, dedicated bike lanes only pick up on Lock Raven south of the neighborhood. For those who need to get to and from Washington D.C., Amtrak and MARC rails are only 3 miles way at Penn Station, Interstate 95 is about 5 miles away, and Baltimore Washington International Airport is a 15-mile drive.Important resources close by
Original Northwood enjoys a unique location, almost equidistant between the Johns Hopkins University campus and Morgan State University, less than 2 miles away. At the base of the neighborhood, Lock Raven VA Medical Center offers dozens of services for veterans, including primary care, physical therapy, mental health care and returning service member care. “With universities and hospitals nearby, professors, doctors and other professionals often choose Original Northwood because it’s ideal for their needs,” Marsh says.
Written By
Christopher Kopczynski
Video By
Kevin Carter
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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William Weeks
William Weeks
Coldwell Banker Realty
(667) 213-2965
135 Total Sales
1 in Original Northwood
$450,000 Price
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Jennifer Marsh
Jennifer Marsh
Cummings & Co. Realtors
(410) 538-1597
52 Total Sales
1 in Original Northwood
$340,000 Price
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Melissa Kesner-Fultz
Melissa Kesner-Fultz
Coldwell Banker Realty
(667) 771-5218
80 Total Sales
1 in Original Northwood
$335,000 Price
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Ciara Lascano
Ciara Lascano
Responds QuicklyCentury 21 Redwood Realty
(866) 945-7417
49 Total Sales
1 in Original Northwood
$380,000 Price
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Pete France
Pete France
EXP Realty, LLC
(443) 960-7197
76 Total Sales
1 in Original Northwood
$375,000 Price
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Darek Bogacki
Darek Bogacki
Cummings & Co. Realtors
(667) 303-1995
185 Total Sales
1 in Original Northwood
$130,113 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
Herring Run Park
Our Playground at Stadium Place
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Andover and North Hill Park
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Chestnut Hill Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Mullan Park
Lake Montebello
- Bike Trails
- Lake
- Trails
Ivanhoe Community Garden
- Events
- Nature Center
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
8/28/2019
Niche Review
In the shadow of Morgan State, Original Northwood is built into a hill with beautiful homes with some great architecture and history; a pocket neighborhood we had overlooked for over 15 years. Like most of Baltimore, crime can rear its ugly head, but the community is tight, diverse and very welcoming. Popsicle night, Cheese and wine and holiday parties are regular, its an HOA but not oppressive. Come drive on through, you will see, its amazing.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Original Northwood | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Original Northwood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Original Northwood, Baltimore sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Original Northwood, Baltimore over the last 12 months is $683,000, up 55% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$750,000
Median Sale Price
$683,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$683,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
9%
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
55%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$200
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
468
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1941
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,564
Above the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 210am - 12pm
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 Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,396
Median Age
43
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$91,093
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$111,354
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.3%
College Graduates
58.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
41.2%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
53.1%
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®
39
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
71
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
63
/ 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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