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A trip back in time between Baltimore, D.C. and Annapolis
Most famous as the home of Maryland’s beloved Renaissance Festival, Crownsville is a sprawling community in Anne Arundel County that is more than just jesters and jousting. “It’s a nice community,” says Realtor Dave Wright, managing member of The Wright Team of Coldwell Banker and lifelong Annapolis resident. "Some of the houses have waterfront access to the Severn River, and it's right in the triangle between Baltimore, D.C. and Annapolis.” Despite this centrality and its status as a popular destination, Crownsville is a secluded neighborhood where houses sit on large lots, towered over by mature trees and separated by two-lane country roads. While some land is slowly being developed, Crownsville’s quietude remains undisturbed. “It’s still going to maintain its rural character for a while yet,” Wright adds.
Boat owners can dock their boats at private marinas like Smith's Marina on the Severn River.
With enough space in Crownsville, you don't have to know your neighbors.
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The Renaissance Festival at Revel Grove
Since 1985, Crownsville has played host to the Maryland Renaissance Festival. For nine weeks starting at the end of August, hundreds of thousands of visitors descend on the fictional 16th-century village known as Revel Grove to indulge in tankards of mead, devour colossal turkey legs and browse the 140 vendor stalls in search of magical artifacts. All through the fall, bards delight tavern patrons with jovial tunes; knights square off in the jousting ring, and children are knighted by the king and the queen before running off with their friends to climb a castle wall or navigate a canvas labyrinth. However, as Crownsville Road is the only avenue into and out of the festival, residents should expect heavy traffic on autumn weekends.
Crownsville has played host to the Maryland Renaissance Festival since 1985.
The Maryland Renaissance Festival is an incredibly popular event
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The wooded country outside of Annapolis
Prospective buyers will find various styles of detached single-family homes in Crownsville. Minimalist options like ranch-style homes and cottages sit across the street from larger two-story Colonial Revivals and expansive multi-acre estates. Prices begin around $500,000 for smaller inland homes and climb over $1 million for large estates on the Severn River. All homes in the neighborhood are spread out from one another and feature front and backyards with ample space for landscaping projects. An important aspect, however, is Crownsville’s lack of available public utilities. “It’s one of the few areas in and around Annapolis that’s still on well and septic,” Wright says. “For septic tanks, owners must use best available technology systems, which can be a $20,000 pill to swallow.”
This Crownsville home features small Tudor-style elements.
Large colonial-style homes are common throughout the Crownsville neighborhood.
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Commencement in Crownsville
Children on the north side of Crownsville are zoned to attend Millersville Elementary School, which has served the community continuously since its construction in 1965. On the south side, they attend South Shore Elementary, where they receive education in environmental literacy. All students then proceed to Old Mill Middle School South, where they can participate in Sea Perch, an underwater robotics club. All three institutions score a B-plus from Niche. At Old Mill High School, which earns a B, students can develop sound financial strategies in the Millionaire’s Club or compete for a spot on the varsity bocce squad.
Old Mill High School is a top rated public school in Maryland.
South Shore Elementary School in
Bacon Ridge has a student teacher ratio of 12.77 to 1.
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Annapolis Mall, Lures and Rams Head
When shopping for groceries and everyday essentials, residents can take a quick 5-mile drive down Generals Highway to Safeway, Sam’s Club and the Westfield Annapolis Mall. A community cornerstone since 1980, Annapolis Mall features over 130 retailers and is home to many casual eateries frequented by locals. For a quick bite closer to home, Lures Bar and Grille offers a menu full of classic Maryland seafood options like crab cakes and fusion dishes like shrimp stir-fry tacos. “Lures is very popular,” Wright says. “I play golf at the Eisenhower course with a group of guys on Mondays, and we always stop in at Lures after.” At Rams Head Roadhouse, locals treat themselves to National Bohemian beer at a special price during all Orioles baseball games.
When you are here at Lures Bar and Grille in Crownsville, you are family.
Rams Head Roadhouse is a local favorite among Crownsville residents for its live music.
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The Severn River and Bacon Ridge
Featuring beaches, boatyards and marinas, Crownsville offers residents direct access to the Severn River for fishing, crabbing and boating. At Bacon Ridge Park and Natural Area, locals can meander along 20 miles of trails through the forest and the wetlands or practice mountain biking at Skills Park. Golf enthusiasts will enjoy their proximity to The Preserve at Eisenhower Golf Course, a historic public facility that features a newly renovated 18-hole course designed to both challenge players and create an environmentally friendly wildlife sanctuary.
If hiking or biking is your thing, Bacon Ridge Natural Area in Crownsville is the place to go.
Come practice your swings at The Preserve at Eisenhower near Crownsville, Maryland.
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Generals Highway and I-97
Generals Highway is Crownsville’s main thoroughfare, connecting the neighborhood to Annapolis 5 miles south. Residents will also likely use Interstate 97, which runs between Annapolis and Baltimore. This provides the most direct route to Baltimore Washington International Airport 16.5 miles to the north.
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Located in Crownsville, Maryland. The property offers stunning views of the Severn River and comes fully furnished with top-quality furnishings. The home features three bedrooms, a first-floor office, and an inviting lower-level club room. The kitchen is well-equipped for cooking enthusiasts.One of the highlights of this home is its custom-built porch, where you can relax and enjoy the
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The nautical community of Herald Harbor has wide access to the Severn River, a few family-owned shops and restaurants and a neighborly atmosphere. “It’s just a really peaceful and very community-oriented place,” says Elizabeth Patterson, area resident and Realtor with Next Step Realty. “I’ve lived in other places where I didn’t even know my neighbors, but here, I have the best neighbors.” A variety of summer cottages and waterfront estates dot the neighborhood’s forested landscape. The average list price for homes is about $630,000, which is lower than in nearby Crownsville but higher than in Arden on the Severn. Families can gather at Herald Harbor Park or spend a day on the water. With local hotspots like Lure’s Bar and Grill or the Herald Harbor Hideaway restaurant, folks gather for a pint or karaoke night.
Located on the widest part of the Severn River Sanctuary, Herald Harbor residents take advantage of the water throughout the warmer months. Whether boating, fishing, swimming or paddling around in kayaks, there is always something to do outside. For those without private docks, Smith's Marina on Ridgley Road provides boaters with a safe harbor for their watercraft. “While most suburbs feel like a blueprint, here the main roads don’t feel congested, and the open water makes everything feel more spacious. It’s like a breath of fresh air,” Patterson says. Herald Harbor Park on Kyle Road has a range of sports courts and a playground. As a DNR Program Open Space project, the park is supported by the Department of Natural Resources to provide playscapes and outdoor recreation to the local subdivision.
Quiet streets wind through mature forests, leading to tightly packed summer cottages and sprawling properties with private docks and small beaches on the Severn River. “The area used to be marketed as a summer-home community,” Patterson says. In the 1920s, “You could buy lots of land by purchasing a newspaper subscription. People would buy multiple subscriptions to get multiple lots. So, you’ve got small lots, big lots, it’s not like a planned community.” Off-water, minimalist bungalows and family split-levels neighbor larger Colonial-inspired residences. Depending on their size and proximity to the water, Herald Harbor housing prices range from $400,000 to over $1 million. For those that need upgrades or complete renovations, a few properties can be found for around $250,000. Because of occasional high-rising water and heavy rainfall, some homeowners may be required to purchase flood insurance.
Herald Harbor is minutes away from the Maryland Renaissance Festival. Visitors may spend an afternoon in their 16th-century English village every weekend from August to September. They can watch a blacksmith smelt iron, listen to music performances or cheer on their favorite knight in the jousting arena. Like many Renaissance fairs, guests will dine on a roast turkey leg, sip on some mead, and still be home in time to catch a shoreline sunset. The Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds in nearby Crownsville hosts the County Fair, which features carnival rides, deep-fried foods, flea markets, tractor pulls and a rodeo.
Herald Harbor Hideaway is a neighborhood staple with trivia on Thursdays, karaoke on Fridays and a long menu of classic bar food to go with a cold beer or cocktail. Plus, its Herald Harbor Minimart has non-perishable essentials, beer, wine and a few toiletries. On General’s Highway (Route 178), Lure’s Bar and Grill serves up seasonal fresh seafood under an impressive outdoor wooden pavilion, and every Sunday at 10 a.m., they offer brunch. Up the road, SK Pizza & Subs has a fast takeout menu with subs, pizzas and breakfast sandwiches. Nearby Annapolis, about 6 miles south, has a Safeway grocery store and the Westfield Annapolis Mall, which has over 200 retailers. Waugh Chapel Towne Center is about 8 miles west and has a Wegman’s grocery store, the Regal Waugh Chapel movie theater and plenty of chain restaurants and stores.
Herald Harbor is part of the Old Mill school district in Anne Arundel County. Students in the area would start at South Shore Elementary School on Fairfield Loop Road, which teaches kindergarten through fifth grade and is rated a B-plus on Niche. Because of recent redistricting, students would then move on to Old Mill Middle School North, just off Stevenson Road in Millersville. Graded a B-minus, Old Mill Middle North has an Intro to High School Sports Club, as well as other programs and activities like dance, band and digital design. Old Mill High School, graded a B, offers a specialized program in International Economics and Finance. It is also an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School.
Although Herald Harbor feels tucked away from everything, “One thing I love is that it’s really accessible. You can get out and go anywhere,” Patterson says. “You’re thirty minutes from Baltimore, fifteen/twenty minutes from Annapolis, and you’re still living in a nice retreat in the woods, with a beach escape just minutes from your doorstep.” With access to Interstate 97, locals may head north to major amenities, such as Downtown Baltimore, which is about 24 miles north. The University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center is roughly 12 miles north, while the Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport is about 18 miles north.
Property Mix - Square Feet
Crownsville Has More Owners
Rental Home Trends
Number of Homes for Rent
4
Median Rent
$3,500
Median Single Family Home Rent
$3,300
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$3,300
Demographics
Total Population
1,794
Median Age
48
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.1%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$196,391
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$210,258
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.3%
College Graduates
45.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.1%
% Population in Labor Force
55.8%
Below the national average
64.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Not bikeable
Bikeability®
10/ 100
Not walkable
Walkability®
10/ 100
Source: Local Logic
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