Violetville
Neighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland
Baltimore City 21227, 21229
Neighborhood Reviews
On the outskirts of Charm City
Prospective homeowners will find plenty to choose from in Violetville. “It’s full of solidly built brick houses from the 1950s with real hardwood floors,” McDonald says. “The townhouses are all in good condition, and you can buy here for cheaper than you can rent.” Townhouses often sit back from the curb, with long concrete walkways leading to covered front porches. Many also feature backyards with room enough for a patio or a small garden. Prices start around $170,000 and rise as high as $270,000 depending on the number of bedrooms and the condition of the home. There are also a few single-family homes available. Cottages, ranch-styles and Modern Traditional builds are the most common, ranging in price from $160,000 to around $350,000 depending on year of construction.Friends of Violetville Park
The communal backyard of the neighborhood is Violetville Park, where residents have planted a pollinator garden. Children play soccer games in the open field and practice free throws on the recently updated basketball court while bumblebees plunge into trumpet flowers. Neighborhood association Friends of Violetville Park is currently in the process of updating the park’s playground equipment and is active in organizing community events such as the Spring Fling Party, where locals gather to play games, enjoy live music and picnic on the lawn.Public and private schools in Violetville
Children in Violetville attend Baltimore City Public Schools such as Violetville Elementary/Middle School, which scores a C from Niche. Students then apply to their choice of the city’s public high schools. Among the closest is the Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy, also rated C, which supports career pathways in emergency medicine, nursing and dental assistantships. There are also private options available. Young men can attend Mount Saint Joseph High School just 2 miles from the neighborhood, while young women can study at Mount De Sales Academy 5 miles away.Baltimore City and UMBC
Violetville is only 5.5 miles from Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, so residents are well positioned to take advantage of all the city has to offer. Orioles games at Camden Yards, concerts at Power Plant Live! and movies on the Maryland Science Center’s massive IMAX screen are all within reach. The University of Maryland, Baltimore County is also just 3 miles away, so locals can head to campus for live music and stand-up comedy at the Proscenium Theatre.Between Route 1 and the Beltway
Residents of Violetville enjoy easy access to the three major highways which hem the neighborhood in. Interstate 95 provides the most direct route to downtown Baltimore just 5.5 miles north. Interstate 695, better known as the Baltimore Beltway, loops around the city and is the quickest way to get to Baltimore Washington International Airport 8 miles south. And Route 1 connects the community to both healthcare lifeline Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital and Halethorpe station, where locals can catch the MARC train and arrive in Washington, D.C. in just over 40 minutes.Nick’s Crab Market and Rheb’s Candies
Violetville residents can shop for groceries near home at Weis Markets on Maiden Choice Lane or at the Giant in Wilkens Beltway Plaza, both within 2 miles of the neighborhood. The nearest Walmart is just 2 miles in the other direction at Lansdowne Station, as is a Home Depot for any weekend project needs. Casual eateries surround the community, but for summertime crab feasts locals head to Nick’s Crab Market, which sources their catch exclusively from the Choptank River. For sweet treats, Rheb’s Candies has been serving homemade chocolates, brittles and toffee since 1950.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jeff Choyce
Jeff Choyce
Hyatt & Company Real Estate, LLC
(667) 401-0194
91 Total Sales
1 in Violetville
$170,000 Price
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William Savage
William Savage
Keller Williams Legacy
(443) 543-8874
201 Total Sales
1 in Violetville
$180,000 Price
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Tanya Lewis
Tanya Lewis
Cummings & Co. Realtors
(667) 303-2196
148 Total Sales
1 in Violetville
$260,000 Price
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Michael Soper
Michael Soper
Responds QuicklyNext Step Realty
(667) 213-1153
127 Total Sales
1 in Violetville
$179,900 Price
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Donna Harrington
Donna Harrington
Coldwell Banker Realty
(302) 248-3816
405 Total Sales
1 in Violetville
$153,500 Price
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Lonnie Gilmore
Lonnie Gilmore
Keller Williams Flagship
(667) 307-7044
77 Total Sales
1 in Violetville
$127,000 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
Mary E. Rodman Recreation Center
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Saint Charles Park
- Trails
- Playground
Irvington Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Football
- Soccer
Yale Heights Park
- Basketball
- Trails
- Playground
Williston Townhomes Community Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Violetville Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Southwest Area Park
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
10/29/2017
Niche Review
Violetville is definitely a gem in Baltimore City. It's a very family friendly community. We have probably the most enthusiastic Halloween in the area. There is an elementary and middle school within walking distance. It's got a great neighborhood park with a track, playground and our community association holdsevents throughout the year.
11/27/2017
Niche Review
I have lived here for sixteen years. My home has more than doubled in value since I purchased it. We are a small enclave, tightly knit with a active neighborhood association. I have no idea where Niche gets its crime stats for this area, but we do not have 3,000 murders or 14,000 burgleries per year.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Violetville | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Violetville Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Violetville, Baltimore sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Violetville, Baltimore over the last 12 months is $200,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$202,500
Median Sale Price
$200,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$354,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$195,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
37
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$143
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,014
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1951
Months of Supply
2.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,184
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$945 - $1,135 per month
- Oaklee Village Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 570+ Sq Ft
- 1001 Arion Park Rd
- Baltimore, MD
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,036
Median Age
44
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.5%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$43,541
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$68,037
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.5%
College Graduates
15.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.5%
% Population in Labor Force
43.7%
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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
44
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
58
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
48
/ 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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