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History by Baltimore’s Druid Hill Lake
Located just south of Druid Hill Park, Reservoir Hill is home to some of Baltimore’s finest and most storied architecture. “It’s thought of as homogenous, but it really was built in two waves,” says Francis O’Neill, reference librarian for the Maryland Center for History and Culture and a lifelong Baltimore resident. “Parts of the neighborhood were extensions of neighboring Bolton Hill, but others were built to outdo it. The First World War had just ended when those were constructed, so you’ll see Spanish and Moorish influence in the architecture.” The neighborhood largely came up when apartment-style living was popular in Baltimore; as the appeal of the suburbs grew, many of these 10-room apartments were subdivided into more manageable living spaces. Reservoir Hill was conceived at least in part as an escape from the restrictive covenants of its neighbor, and today it remains a bastion of artistic expression, open green space and distinctive history in Charm City.
Reservoir Hill is a great neighborhood outside of the city.
The nearby Druid Hill Park is a popular destination for Reservoir Hill residents.
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Distinctive Charm City row houses
Much of the housing stock in Reservoir Hill was constructed in the wake of World War I. These Baltimore row houses are quintessential to the city, featuring red brick and grey stone facades with various styles and features. Queen Anne and Spanish influences like towers, bulging bay windows and decorative balconies with onion-shaped arches stand across from square Federal-style homes with neat rows of windows adorning their streetside faces. “They’re like brownstones in New York City,” says Jimmy Okunola, a Realtor with eXp Realty who has sold homes in the area for 6 years. “They have so much distinct character to them. People are really proud of owning in the community.” Prices begin around $175,000, rising above $600,000 depending on renovation status and the number of bedrooms.
Historic row homes line the streets of the Reservoir Hill neighborhood.
Live in a beautiful row home in Reservoir Hill.
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Druid Hill Park
The north border of Reservoir Hill bumps against Druid Hill Park. This 745-acre green space is the oldest in Baltimore and one of the first landscaped public parks in America. On the south side of the park, residents enjoy strolling around the reservoir on the East Coast Greenway, watched over by the historic Moorish Tower. There are also baseball fields, basketball and tennis courts, playgrounds for children and a public swimming pool. The northern end of Druid Hill Park is home to an 18-hole disc golf course and to the Maryland Zoo, where locals and visitors alike can explore award-winning exhibits like the Penguin Coast or learn about their own backyard while exploring the Maryland Wilderness.
Ride your bike or go for a run around Druid Hill Lake in Reservoir Hill.
The Moorish Tower near Reservoir Hill is a historical landmark dating back to 1870.
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Cultural festivals and Artscape
Reservoir Hill is right in the throes of some of north Baltimore’s most popular events, from the Baltimore County African American Festival hosted in Druid Hill Park to the annual Artscape, which takes place along Maryland Avenue. “Artscape is still a huge draw,” Okunola says. "A lot of people go there all summer for the street festivals and events. The last time I was there, it felt like bands were playing on every corner.” Residents are well within walking distance of both events, which feature live music on multiple stages, local vendor fairs and food trucks that fill the air with mouthwatering aromas.
Arts and education in Reservoir Hill
Children in Reservoir Hill may begin their education at Mount Royal Elementary/Middle School, which earns a B-minus. The school has recently introduced a coding program that focuses on exposing students to various basic computer science concepts early in their academic careers. Students then apply to their choice of Baltimore City public schools, including the Baltimore School for the Arts. This institution is rated B-plus and is Niche’s No. 1 public arts high school in the state of Maryland. Here, students spend four hours per day in standard academic classes and four hours preparing for careers in creative professions such as music, dance, and film and video production.
Baltimore School for the Arts in Reservoir Hill is an exceptional school in the area.
Mount Royal Elementary/Middle School servers students from Pre-K- 8th grade in Reservoir Hill.
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Mondawmin, Towson and On the Hill
The closest grocery store to Reservoir Hill is the Shoppers at Mondawmin Mall, and residents can also head 2 miles north to Giant to stock up on groceries. Mondawmin Mall is the closest shopping destination, although many locals will travel 12 miles north to Towson Town Center, a much larger mall that offers over 180 retailers. On the Hill Café, just across the Maryland Institute College of Art campus, is a neighborhood favorite for fresh coffee and sandwiches that is often crowded with students finishing projects. A little further along Mount Royal Avenue, Mount Royal Tavern – affectionately known as MRT – has made a name for itself as one of Baltimore’s best-loved dive bars, serving simple food and affordable drinks late into the night.
Swing by Mondawmin Mall right next to Reservoir Hill neighborhood.
Grab your groceries at Family Dollar.
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Cruising Charm City
Reservoir Hill sits at the convergence of Interstate 83, which provides quick access to downtown, and North Avenue, which cuts 4 miles west across Charm City to Leakin Park. Along North Avenue, residents can catch the Metro Rail at Penn North and be at shopping destination Owings Mills in roughly 15 minutes. Baltimore Washington International Airport is a 12-mile drive south on Route 295.
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Parks in this Area
German Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Trails
Druid Hill Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
F. Scott Fitzgerald Park
Events
Botanical Gardens
Sisson Street Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Madison and Whitelock Park
Playground
Parking Lot
Park at Ducatel Street
Basketball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall
23 min drive
Bus
2419 Lakeview Ave Nb
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North Ave & Park Ave Ns Wb
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Whitelock St & Brookfield Ave Eb
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North Ave & Linden Wb
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Cloverdale Rd & Madison Ave Wb
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Eutaw Pl & Brooks La
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Whitelock St & Eutaw Pl Wb
Reservoir Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Reservoir Hill, Baltimore sell after 11 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Reservoir Hill, Baltimore over the last 12 months is $329,000, down 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Charming 1-Bedroom Apartment in Historic Reservoir Hill! Welcome to 2522 Madison Ave, Unit 2, a spacious and updated one-bedroom, one-bath apartment located in a classic brownstone in the heart of Reservoir Hill. This freshly updated unit blends historic charm with modern convenience, offering a comfortable and stylish place to call home. Inside, you’ll find: Fresh paint and brand-new carpeting,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,002
Median Age
42
Population Density
26 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$45,074
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$85,483
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.8%
College Graduates
32.4%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67%
On par with 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
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
81/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
72/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
80/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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