Westgate
Neighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland
Baltimore City 21228, 21229
1930s Westgate homes and newer apartments
Traditional brick Colonials and cottages with gambrel roofs and wooden siding line the streets of Westgate. Several properties can be dated back to the 1930s, featuring hardwood floors and original architecture, but most have been updated to meet modern standards. Many residences have sizeable front and back yards with both street and driveway parking. These single-family homes often range between $270,000 and $450,000. For cozier options, duplexes and row townhouses in traditional Baltimore styles have narrow red-brick facades and short front stoops. Three-bedroom units can often cost between $175,000 and $275,000. Short-term residents can also take advantage of the housing and playground at the Jamestowne Apartments and Townhomes community in the center of town.
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Baltimore National Cemetary and Leakin Park playground and trails
On North Bend Road is Westgate’s small park, which has a few playscapes, some shaded seating and a little free library. “The Patapsco River is close to where we are, and along the river, there are multiple state parks. Because of the hilly terrain, they’re great for hiking and mountain biking,” May says. “Patapsco Valley State Park is where most of us tend to go.” The neighborhood’s proximity to the Baltimore National Cemetary is great for history buffs looking to take a stroll. Famous occupants of the cemetery include John Wilkes Booth, John Hopkins and Enoch Pratt.
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Public and private Westgate schools
Students in Westgate can first attend either Thomas Jefferson Elementary/Middle School or North Bend Elementary/Middle School. Both schools teach kindergarten through eighth grade and are recognized by the State of Maryland with the Excellence in Gifted and Talented Education (EGATE) Award. Edmonson-Westside High School offers college prep and career pathways for its students, including work-study programs and dual enrollment opportunities. All three schools are graded a C-minus on Niche. For alternative options, private schools like Mount Saint Joseph High School, an all-boys preparatory school, is less than 2 miles east and is graded an A on Niche.
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The Westgate Community Association's events and gatherings
The Westgate Community Association works hard to keep neighbors together and give them space to gather and socialize. “I’m on the board of the community association, and we do a lot of fun things,” May says. “We host special events in the park, like an easter egg hunt or a s’mores day when it’s chilly in the fall or heading into winter. We also have yard sales in the park where people can bring things to sell or give away. Our Cookie Exchange in December in the park is when people can bring cookies or recipes and cookie swap with each other.” The association also takes time to host a monthly happy hour at Iampieri's Bar. “It’s a total community place... If you’re a neighbor, you don’t have to be part of the Westgate Community Association to participate. If you live in Westgate or used to live in Westgate, you’re welcome.”CityLink buses and commutes to downtown Baltimore
Residents can travel 6 miles east on the CityLink bus's purple line to get to Downtown Baltimore. Westgate is “really conveniently positioned with public transportation to the colleges in town and into the city by taking the bus line,” May says. There are also plenty of biking and walking trails around town, including the Trolley Trails, the Streetcar Path, and the Short Line Railroad Trail. “You could bike yourself from Westgate all the way to Ellicott City if you wanted. We’re close to the Trolley Trails, which were paved over but are now really lovely walking paths. They’re great for walking dogs or for people who want to ride their bikes.” For emergencies and checkups, Johns Hopkins Hospital is about 7 miles away in Baltimore’s downtown, while Ascension St Agnes Hospital is about 3 miles south. For weekends away, the Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport is 10 miles south via Interstate 195.Westview and Ingleside shopping centers on National Baltimore Pike
All along the Baltimore National Pike in nearby Catonsville are several shopping and dining options for Westgate residents. Whether running errands at Lowe’s and Sam’s Club or spending a night out at Iron Age for tabletop Korean barbecue, locals will find dozens of places to go after work or on weekends. The Hub Asian Food Hall is a food court with several businesses serving dishes like Taiwanese bubble tea, Japanese stir fry and Korean street food. The Crepe Escape and Creamery has sweet and savory crepe flavors. For a retro vibe, Double T Diner feels like a 1950s lunch counter serving classic American breakfast.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Michael Soper
Michael Soper
Responds QuicklyNext Step Realty
(667) 213-1153
127 Total Sales
1 in Westgate
$390,000 Price
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Melissa Kesner-Fultz
Melissa Kesner-Fultz
Coldwell Banker Realty
(667) 771-5218
81 Total Sales
1 in Westgate
$398,500 Price
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Jan Hayden
Jan Hayden
Coldwell Banker Realty
(667) 771-2937
49 Total Sales
1 in Westgate
$250,000 Price
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Trent Gladstone
Trent Gladstone
The KW Collective
(667) 218-4642
309 Total Sales
1 in Westgate
$319,900 Price
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Charlotte Savoy
Charlotte Savoy
The KW Collective
(667) 771-4326
757 Total Sales
1 in Westgate
$431,000 Price
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Mark A. Ritter
Mark A. Ritter
Responds QuicklyNorthrop Realty
(443) 291-2225
306 Total Sales
1 in Westgate
$215,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
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
Jamestowne Apartments and Townhomes Playground
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Rokeby Road Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Westgate | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Westgate Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Westgate, Baltimore sell after 11 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Westgate, Baltimore over the last 12 months is $322,950, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$320,000
Median Sale Price
$322,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$373,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$283,200
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
24
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$150
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
559
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1940
Months of Supply
2.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,152
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,416
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
70,567
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,020 - $1,495 per month
- Rock Glen Apartments
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 611+ Sq Ft
- 109 N Rock Glen Rd
- Baltimore, MD
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$960 - $1,880 per month
- Jamestowne Apartments
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 513+ Sq Ft
- 5364 Jamestowne Ct
- Baltimore, MD
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,229
Median Age
39
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$46,884
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$72,426
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.6%
College Graduates
26%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.8%
% Population in Labor Force
71.5%
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®
16
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
44
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
57
/ 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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