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Waterfront homes, restaurants and parks in Essex
Essex is a quaint suburban peninsula located between Back River and Middle River, less than 10 miles from Downtown Baltimore. The community is defined by its waterfront homes and rental properties, its riverside parks and its wide selection of seafood restaurants. Despite the beachfront amenities, Essex is not known as a second home market, and most homeowners live here year-round. The community is home to nearly 40,000 residents who commute to Baltimore or the outlying Baltimore County for work, though local maritime jobs are also popular.
New construction homes in Essex often feature spacious layouts and modern designs.
Private boat docks are common at waterfront homes in Essex.
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Riverside recreation around town
Locals have a multitude of waterfront parks to explore right at home, where they can enjoy a wide variety of riverside activities.
Boaters can rent slips at Markley’s Marina, Norman Creek Marina or Sunset Harbor Marina.
Baltimore County Cox’s Point Park offers a boat launch and a fishing pier on Back River.
Rocky Point Park and Beach offers a pier and boat ramp, along with a sandy beach for swimming, a playground, picnic pavilions and sand volleyball courts. Parkgoers can also tee off at the public Rocky Point Golf Course overlooking the water.
Cox’s Point Park provides a public boat launch on Back River in Essex.
Rocky Point Park in Essex is popular for swimming and picnics in summer.
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The Essex Housing Market
There are slightly more homeowners than renters in Essex, with waterfront condo and apartment complexes available; however, single-family homes and townhouses make up the majority of the housing options. “You’re not really seeing secondary homes; buyers are mostly primary homeowners or investors that rent out properties,” says Gabrielle Fields, an associate broker with EXP Realty, LLC, with over seven years of real estate experience in Maryland. Single-family homes are priced from the low $300,000s to $1.2 million. Popular home styles include ramblers and Cape Cods, while New Traditional-style homes and waterfront properties, like those in Evergreen Park/Holly Beach, have the highest price tags in the area. There are also townhouses on the market, ranging from the mid-$100,000s to the low-$500,000s, in New Traditional and Colonial Revival styles.
Essex neighborhoods feature a mix of Cape Cod and New Traditional homes.
Cape Cod homes are common near the waterfront in Essex.
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Residents don’t have to leave the area to find places to shop or dine
Middlesex Shopping Center sits along Eastern Boulevard, with retailers like Five Below and Dollar Tree, fast-casual spots like Inca Chicken and America’s Best Wings, and a Shoppers for groceries. “There's crab houses around here, but if you’re looking for fine dining, Inner Harbor is nearby with options,” says Fields. Popular local eateries include LoonAsea Restaurant and Charly’s Waterfront, which both offer riverside outdoor patios and seafood specials. There’s also the family-friendly Essex Diner along Eastern Boulevard, serving an all-day breakfast menu for dine-in or takeout.
Essex Diner serves classic comfort food along Eastern Boulevard.
LoonAsea Restaurant in Essex offers waterfront dining and drinks.
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School choice options in Baltimore County
Baltimore County Public Schools serves students in Essex. The district offers school choice through open enrollment, out-of-area transfers and magnet school programs. Most magnet seats are awarded by lottery after an eligibility screening, while open enrollment and transfers depend on space availability and district policy.
Middleborough Elementary serves Essex families in Baltimore County Public Schools.
Deep Creek Middle School serves Essex students in Baltimore County Public Schools.
Chesapeake High School in Essex offers magnet programs through Baltimore County.
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Locals are connected to Baltimore buses and highways
Commuters can take U.S. Route 40 to Downtown Baltimore, 8 miles west, and the Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is about 18 miles away along Interstate 95, offering more than 650 domestic and international flights daily. CityLink Orange buses, run by the Maryland Transit Administration, stop along main roads, such as Eastern Boulevard. Boaters can travel up the Patapsco River right into Baltimore’s Inner Harbor.
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On average, homes in Essex, MD sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Essex, MD over the last 12 months is $297,500, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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If you’re looking for friendly neighbors, waterfront access and peaceful countryside vibes then Evergreen Park/Holly Beach is the place for you. “I think the best thing about this area is the water,” says Rosemary Roos-Whitney, longtime resident and Realtor with Cummings & Co. A part of the greater Essex area, Evergreen Park/Holly Beach is located on the Holly Neck Peninsula and is comprised primarily of woodlands. Homes here dot the area’s shorelines, and the peninsula features two restaurants, a handful of marinas, the Essex Airport and Rocky Point Park and Golf Course. The privacy and quiet of this area makes this community ideal for those who enjoy nature and don’t mind driving a few minutes to get to their local store. <br><br>Residences in Evergreen Park/Holly Beach are primarily single-family homes ranging from renovated 1950s builds to new construction options. Prospective buyers can choose from charming split-levels or ramblers, Colonial revivals, or expansive waterfront estates. The average sales price here is $689,000, but price points can vary from the low $300,000s to over $1.4 million depending on the age, size, and location of the property. Properties that offer direct waterfront access tend to have the highest price tags.<br><br>Students here attend Baltimore County Public Schools, like Middleborough Elementary, Deep Creek Middle, and Chesapeake High. Serving over 1400 students in ninth through twelfth grades, this school offers AP courses and offers a signature Information Management Program.<br><br>Because Evergreen Park/Holly Beach is less commercial than its neighbors, residents will have to travel a few minutes north for all their everyday essentials. A quick drive up the 702 will bring you to the local Food Lion, where you can stock up on your weeks’ worth of groceries. Or for an evening out, residents can always pop over to one of their two local staples, McFaul’s Oyster and Reel; or the Island View Waterfront Café. Both feature fresh seafood entrees, indoor and outdoor seating and scenic views. <br><br>Or if you’re looking to expand your options, you can always hop in your boat and cruise over to popular waterfront spots like The Crazy Tuna Bar & Grille for some good seafood and an orange crush or two. Featuring live music every Friday and Saturday night—and a tiki-bar, beach, and free slips to dock your boats—you’re bound to have fun and enjoy the laidback river vibes here. <br><br>Another perk to living in Evergreen Park/Holly Beach? “You’ll never be bored here,” says Roos-Whitney. And she’s right, there’s always something fun to do. Be it the seasonal farmers market, a trip to Rocky Point Park and Beach for some fun in the sun, or making time to tee-off at the Rocky Point Golf Course, the options are endless. Plan a picnic, play some volleyball, or launch a kayak or two. Or if fishing is more your speed, head over to Cox Point fishing pier and cast out your line. <br><br>And when it’s time for a change of pace, Evergreen Park/Holly Beach’s location makes it easy to get where you want to be. “We’re sooo close to I-695, 95, and the city,” adds Roos-Whitney. “We can go to an Orioles game Downtown, hop on 95 and be back home within twenty minutes. I love it.” Same goes for nearby Columbia, Maryland, and Annapolis. Plan a shopping trip to the Mall at Columbia, or spend an afternoon in Downtown Annapolis strolling the waterfront promenade. Browse Main Street’s boutiques and restaurants, tour the U.S. Naval Academy, or just eat an ice cream cone while lounging in the sun. <br><br>With all this nearby and more, it’s plain to see that Evergreen Park/Holly Beach is a relaxing waterfront neighborhood of Essex.
Property Mix - Square Feet
Essex Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
39,818
Median Age
40
Population under 18
24.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$58,967
Significantly below the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$79,571
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.7%
College Graduates
16.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
22''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®®
45/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®®
60/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®®
46/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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