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A waterfront community on the Severn River
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.
Herald Harbor is a very nautical community.
Smith's Marina in Herald Harbor is a great place to keep your boat.
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Herald Harbor parks and watersports
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.
When you live in Herald Harbor you can go out on the boat.
Herald Harbor is a cozy neighborhood.
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Summer cottages and waterfront estates on the Severn River
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.
Enjoy a beautiful home with a beach in Herald Harbor.
Need a dock for your boat? Herald Harbor has you covered.
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Maryland Renaissance Festival and the Anne Arundel County Fair
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.
Family-owned restaurants and bars in Herald Harbor
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.
Catch up with some old friends at the Herald Harbor Hideaway.
When you are here at Lures Bar and Grille in Herald Harbor, you are family.
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Anne Arundel County Schools
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.
South Shore Elementary School in
Bacon Ridge has a student teacher ratio of 12.77 to 1.
Old Mill Middle School in Herald Harbor helps push kids to their potential.
Old Mill High School in South Gate has a 13:1 Student to teacher ratio.
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Access to Baltimore and Annapolis
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.
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Parks in this Area
Herald Harbor Park
Bacon Ridge Natural Area
Bike Trails
Trails
Parking Lot
Cypress Creek Park
Arden Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Soccer
Baltimore-Annapolis Trail Park
Twin Oaks Park
Transit
Airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall
30 min drive
Herald Harbor Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Herald Harbor, Crownsville sell after 71 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Herald Harbor, Crownsville over the last 12 months is $480,000, up 43% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Welcome to this beautifully updated 1,566 sq ft home in the highly sought-after, water-oriented community of Herald Harbor! From the moment you step inside, you're greeted by the home’s unique character and nautical charm. The upper level features warm hardwood floors and an open living and dining area that flows seamlessly into a fully upgraded kitchen. Enjoy stunning granite countertops, a
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,886
Median Age
45
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$144,852
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$178,834
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.1%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
51.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.1%
% Population in Labor Force
66.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
5/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
6/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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