Joppa
Suburban Neighborhood in Joppatowne, Maryland
Harford County 21085
Joppa’s classic suburban atmosphere
The ranch-style homes, split-levels and bungalows in Joppa tend to be more accessibly priced than the nearby communities of White Marsh and Bel Air. Aside from the recent construction of townhomes and condos, these single-family homes often have short driveways leading to attached garages or carports. Square lawns are well-maintained, extending to sidewalks wide enough for dog walkers and groups to stroll along. This classic suburban feel is complemented by subdivisions of larger Colonial Revivals constructed in the early 2000s. Price points range from $250,000 to $550,000, with waterfront outliers reaching $700,000. These homes, in particular, include private docks for boats.
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Boating along the Gunpowder River
Homes on the man-made peninsula of Rumsey Island rest along the shoreline of the Gunpowder River, where private canals and piers encourage boating on the bay. “People tend to move out here and stay,” says Scott Chilton, former president of the Rumsey Island Residents Association. “Where else can you walk 75 feet to your private pier and reach the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay in 15 minutes?” Those farther inland enjoy the water from Mariner Point Park, where visitors are greeted by an oversized wooden fisherman dressed in yellow rain slickers. Folks can launch boats or hang out on land among paved trails and picnic pavilions. Even grander is Gunpowder Falls State Park, attracting residents from around the bay for its 18,000 acres of trails, picnic areas, a swimming beach and a marina.
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The sixth-best school district in MD
Families are zoned for Harford County Public Schools, the sixth-best district in the state, with an A-minus on Niche. Students begin at Joppatowne Elementary School, where specials like art and instrumental music provide a foundation for later humanities courses. Magnolia Middle School offers opportunities in intramural sports, student government and the National Junior Honor Society. The students who graduate from Joppatowne High are likely to have attended all 12 years of schooling together, creating a highly community-oriented atmosphere. All three institutions receive a score of B-minus from Niche.
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Nearby festivities in Baltimore and Bel Air
A handful of Maryland’s most iconic annual festivities occur less than 60 miles from Joppa. The Preakness Stakes occur each year at the Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, with millions attending and tuning in from across the nation. Over the summer, Artscape is a massive draw to the city, showcasing more than 150 local and national artists, musicians and vendors. Closer to home, Bel Air hosts the Maryland State BBQ Bash in October, as well as the Harford County Wine Festival and a summer concert series at Shamrock Park.Traveling the length of the bay
State Route 40, Pulaski Highway, runs parallel to Interstate 95 in Joppa, connected by Magnolia Road. But folks more commonly opt for the interstate to reach Baltimore, 23 miles south. Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport is a 30-mile commute. While the Maryland Transit bus line makes the trip, many residents simply drive instead. The area itself is equidistant from Washington, DC and Wilmington, Delaware—about 55 miles—both popular spots for day trips and festivals. Bel Air is only 9 miles north, where UM Upper Chesapeake Medical Center Bel Air serves as the closest hospital.Catching the O’s game next door to the Amish Market
Residents typically head to Joppa Market Place off Pulaski Highway for daily amenities. Redner’s Warehouse Markets is a Pennsylvania original, which explains the Joppa Amish Market next door. From Dutch ice cream to fresh produce, flowers, barbeque and sandwiches, the market’s central Pennsylvanian vendors are a staple of the community. Towne Grill & Pub shares the shopping center, a sports bar ideal for catching the O’s or Ravens’ games. Closer to Abingdon, residents can take Route 24 to Boulevard at Box Hill for big-name retailers like Target, Lowe’s, Walmart, Aldi and Wegmans.
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Written By
Dana Chesser
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Anthony Beharry
Anthony Beharry
Keller Williams Preferred Properties
(844) 293-7236
40 Total Sales
1 in Joppa
$315,000 Price
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Randy Pomfrey
Randy Pomfrey
Cummings & Co. Realtors
(443) 594-8210
276 Total Sales
7 in Joppa
$260K - $430K Price Range
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Terri Hill
Terri Hill
Builder Solutions Realty
(443) 775-2971
694 Total Sales
7 in Joppa
$339K - $373K Price Range
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Karen Rollings
Karen Rollings
EXP Realty, LLC
(202) 902-7464
522 Total Sales
1 in Joppa
$410,000 Price
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Mr. K Oyedele
Mr. K Oyedele
Cornerstone Properties and Financial Services LLC
(202) 875-8765
48 Total Sales
1 in Joppa
$360,000 Price
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Tanya Lewis
Tanya Lewis
Cummings & Co. Realtors
(667) 303-2196
148 Total Sales
6 in Joppa
$200K - $311K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Hart-Miller Island State Park
Robert Copenhaver Park
- Football
- Lake
- Picnic Area
Mountain Road Park
Mariner Point Park
- Fishing
- Trails
- Playground
Kingsville Park
Erwin Drive Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Joppa | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Joppa Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Joppa, Joppatowne sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Joppa, Joppatowne over the last 12 months is $386,995, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$394,995
Median Sale Price
$386,995
Median Single Family Sale Price
$422,499
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$350,840
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$314,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
230
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$198
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
4,808
Number of Homes for Sale
54
Median Year Built
1969
Months of Supply
2.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,512
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,843
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,256
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 141 - 2:30pm
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Saturday, Jun 142:30 - 4pm
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Saturday, Jun 1412 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,525 - $2,095 per month
- Harborside Village Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 832+ Sq Ft
- 610 Towne Center Dr
- Joppa, MD
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
15,401
Median Age
43
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$97,681
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$118,757
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.4%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
31.7%
Advanced Degrees
12.6%
% Population in Labor Force
71.9%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
26
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
31
/ 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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