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Baltimore Highlands

Baltimore Highlands

Neighborhood in Halethorpe, Maryland

Baltimore County 21227

$289,535 Average Value
$180 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

The suburban rendition of the Baltimore Highlands

When discussing the Baltimore Highlands, specificity is more important than might usually be expected. “The Baltimore Highlands can get confusing because there are two of them. There’s one on the East Side, and then there’s this one that’s across the county line in the Halethorpe-Arbutus zip code,” says Charles Billig, owner of A.J. Billig and Company and lifelong Baltimore resident, who has sold real estate in the city for nearly 20 years. “It has access to the Light Rail and major commuter routes in the area, and it’s right by the Baltimore Washington International Airport commercial corridor.” Populated by mostly single-family homes, the county-side rendition of the Baltimore Highlands tends to be more understated than its neighbors, Arbutus, Halethorpe and Brooklyn Park. But although it is not as well-known by outsiders, residents appreciate that their slice of suburban quietude does not come at the cost of commuter convenience.

When you live in Baltimore Highlands you are not far from downtown Baltimore.
When you live in Baltimore Highlands you are not far from downtown Baltimore.
The light rail in Baltimore Highlands is a great way to get to downtown Baltimore quickly.
The light rail in Baltimore Highlands is a great way to get to downtown Baltimore quickly.
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Midcentury homes are more common than the traditional Baltimore row house

The tightly packed square lots of the Baltimore Highlands attract prospective buyers due to a difference from surrounding neighborhoods. “It’s main distinguishing feature is that it’s populated entirely with detached homes, not traditional Baltimore row houses,” Billig says. “Most of the homes date to the mid-20th century, and prices have gone up in recent years. Other areas, like Halethorpe and Arbutus, tend to be more highly regarded, though, so it hasn’t had as much of a price surge.” Colonial Revival cottages and raised ranch-style homes built in the mid-1960s sit side-by-side with large Modern Traditional houses built between 1980 and 2024. Many lots on the checkerboard streets are large enough to accommodate backyard pools, and nearly every home is within walking distance of the local elementary school and the train station. Prices for single-family homes can range from around $200,000 to over $565,000, depending on the number of bedrooms, build year and size of the lot.

Ranch style homes are quite common in Baltimore Highlands.
Ranch style homes are quite common in Baltimore Highlands.
Enjoy your nice front porch when you live in Baltimore Highlands.
Enjoy your nice front porch when you live in Baltimore Highlands.
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Lansdowne High offers a variety of magnet programs

Baltimore Highlands Elementary School, which receives a C-plus from Niche, is within walking distance of most neighborhood homes. Students may then proceed to Lansdowne Middle before attending Lansdowne High, which both score Cs. The high school offers 12 magnet programs in subjects such as biomedical science, carpentry and mass communications. Nearby private options include Mount Saint Joseph High, a Catholic college preparatory school that has served the community since 1876.

Lansdowne Middle School in Baltimore Highlands provides a great education to students.
Lansdowne Middle School in Baltimore Highlands provides a great education to students.
Baltimore Highlands Elementary School in Baltimore Highlands has 533 students.
Baltimore Highlands Elementary School in Baltimore Highlands has 533 students.
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Maryland's most famous seafood is within arm's reach

Grocery stores like Aldi, LA Mart and Megamart Baltimore are located along the Patapsco Road corridor. For daily household necessities, the closest big-box retailer is the Walmart Supercenter in Lansdowne Station. One of Central Maryland’s most beloved restaurants, serving the state’s most iconic seafood, is a short drive from the neighborhood. “It’s very close to G&M Seafood, which is famous for its crabcakes,” Billig says. Along Annapolis Road, which bisects the neighborhood, locals can grab a drink at Honey’s Bar and Grill, pick up lunch at Three Bears Carry Out or stop into Shannon’s Pub for a burger after work. The Highlands are also a short drive from one of Maryland’s largest shopping malls. “It’s right between Baltimore and Arundel Mills, basically,” Billig adds. “There’s lots of entertainment and shopping within reach.”

Honey’s Bar and Grill in Baltimore Highlands is a great spot to play pool and have a drink.
Honey’s Bar and Grill in Baltimore Highlands is a great spot to play pool and have a drink.
LA Market in Baltimore Highlands is a great spot to get all of your groceries.
LA Market in Baltimore Highlands is a great spot to get all of your groceries.
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The Patapsco River informs most of the area's outdoor recreation

Unger’s Field and Northeast Highlands Park offer a pair of baseball diamonds for neighborhood residents, as does the field behind the local county government office. Southwest Area Park on Klunk Road features a walking path along a lightly forested stretch of riverbank. This path leads to the Southwest Area Park boat ramp, used frequently by locals looking to spend weekends on the Patapsco River.

Southwest Area Park in Baltimore Highlands is a great spot for sports or letting the dog run around.
Southwest Area Park in Baltimore Highlands is a great spot for sports or letting the dog run around.
Unger's Field in Baltimore Highlands is a great place to play some baseball.
Unger's Field in Baltimore Highlands is a great place to play some baseball.
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The Highlands sit at a major highway convergence

Many of Baltimore’s most vital thoroughfares converge near the Baltimore Highlands. “That community is close to pretty much every major area highway,” Billig says. “It’s right next to Route 295 and Interstate 895, and from there, you can quickly get to the Beltway or Interstate 95.” Those commuting into Baltimore can also catch the Light Rail at Baltimore Highlands Station, making the trip downtown in around 10 minutes.

Baseball games at Camden Yards and combat sports at the Maryland Live! Casino

During baseball season, orange-clad locals take the Light Rail to Camden Yards for Orioles games. Folks who are not keen on sports can still depart at Camden Station and make the walk to the Inner Harbor for concerts at Power Plant Live! or Pier Six Pavilion, two of Baltimore’s most frequented venues. Residents can also venture to Maryland Live! casino, located at Arundel Mills Mall, for stand-up comedy shows, live music and MMA bouts.

Head to the Live Casino at Arundel Mills near Baltimore Highlands for a fun time.
Head to the Live Casino at Arundel Mills near Baltimore Highlands for a fun time.
Catch and Oriole's game near Baltimore Highlands with some friends.
Catch and Oriole's game near Baltimore Highlands with some friends.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall

14 min drive

Subway

Patapsco

Subway

Baltimore Highlands

Bus

Mcdowell Ln & Highland Vilage Apartments Sb

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Patapsco Lightrail Station Bay 4

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Daisy Ave & Tulip Ave Fs Wb

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Patapsco Station

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Annapolis Rd & Adell Plastics Sb

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Tulip Av & Daisey Av Nb Ns

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4545 Annapolis Rd Nb

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Baltimore Highlands US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$330,000
Median Single Family Price
$349,900
Median Townhouse Price
$230,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$180
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
40
Months of Supply
1.50
Median List Price
$335,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
19%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,479
Median Year Built
1956
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,922
On par with the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,525
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
7,646
Median Age
36
Population under 18
28.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.1%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$56,784
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,691

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
83.5%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
20.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.2%
% Population in Labor Force
69.4%

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®

33 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

43 / 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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