Catherine Stottlemyer
CENTURY 21 New Millennium
(240) 523-4612
103 Total Sales
1 in Harwood
$93,000 Price
Harwood
Wake up to the serene woods and farmland that make up the rural town of Harwood. The quiet air, sprawling cornfields and grazing horses bring a sense of calmness to this Anne Arundel County town while within driving distance of Baltimore, Annapolis, Washington D.C. and the Chesapeake Bay. “It’s a pretty slow and quiet lifestyle,” says Amanda Calhoun, Realtor with EXP Realty who lives near Harwood. “Most people come here because it’s rural enough that you get land and privacy and close enough to the bay to enjoy the water and to the cities to get stuff done.”
In Harwood, you’re likely to find a home with lots of outdoor space. Calhoun says, “Harwood has some smaller houses, but most are pretty big with large lots giving you plenty of privacy.” A majority of homes can be found on long side streets that stem from Maryland Route 2, the town’s main road. For around $500,000 to $600,000, you can get a small ranch-style house on an acre of land. Larger Colonial Revival and contemporary Craftsman-style houses sell for around $700,000 to $900,000, while custom mansions go for more than $1 million. With most homes offering around one to 10 acres of land, you can expect to have a wide-open yard with lots of grass and farm views, a scenic yard that backs up to a backdrop of dense woods or a mix of the two.
There isn’t much commercial activity in Harwood. The central part of town on Route 2 features an Exxon gas station, which is attached to a 7-Eleven and the United States Post Office. Locals typically drive seven miles north to Edgewater or an extra seven miles to Annapolis for everyday shopping needs. There’s plenty of fun to be had by the water in both cities, along with nearby Galesville along the West River. If you own a boat, you can keep it docked in one of the marinas to sail right out to the river and into the Chesapeake Bay. Grab a meal at one of the riverside restaurants, like Pirates Cove, where you can enjoy seafood and live music by the water.
Though not as broad as the Chesapeake Bay, Wootons Landing Park is a popular spot for its wetlands. Bring your hiking boots to walk the trails and watch the waterfowl or launch a boat to go fishing in the marshy water. You can participate in other activities at South County Recreation Center, which offers an open gym with a basketball court and fitness center. It features several programs as well, such as gymnastics, karate, sewing and summer camps.
While kids are looking forward to summer camp, they’re attending Lothian Elementary and Southern Middle Schools, both rated a B-minus by Niche. Students then finish their degrees at B-plus-rated Southern High School. The high school offers a career and college center, allowing students to take part in apprenticeships and internships, whether to gain experience for a trade job out of high school or to prepare for post-secondary education.
Whether you work 14 miles north in Annapolis, 37 miles north in Baltimore or 30 miles west in Washington D.C., Harwood is a convenient place for city commuters who want to live in the laid-back countryside while close to all the perks of the Chesapeake Bay.
Written By
Nicolas Stuart
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Ren Dodge
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Catherine Stottlemyer
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Lonnie Gilmore
Lonnie Gilmore
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Flagship
(667) 307-7044
80 Total Sales
1 in Harwood
$500,000 Price
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Elkin Ardila
Elkin Ardila
Keller Williams Realty Dulles
(844) 845-5068
87 Total Sales
1 in Harwood
$500,000 Price
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David Egli
DE
David Egli
Premier Fine Properties
(301) 750-1534
21 Total Sales
2 in Harwood
$100K - $136K Price Range
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Sami Daamash
Sami Daamash
Responds QuicklyCompass
(877) 716-4117
36 Total Sales
1 in Harwood
$792,000 Price
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Sandy Wing
Sandy Wing
RE/MAX Leading Edge
(301) 778-2856
93 Total Sales
1 in Harwood
$1,610,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
Parks in this Area
Riva Park
Edgewater Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Trails
- Playground
Loch Haven Park
Galesville Park
Wooten's Landing
Transit
Harwood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Harwood, Lothian sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Harwood, Lothian over the last 12 months is $945,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$934,000
Median Sale Price
$945,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$934,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
37
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$239
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,371
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Median Year Built
1988
Months of Supply
3.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,935
Significantly above the national average
1,925
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
43,560
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,828
Median Age
47
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
22.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$152,357
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$166,857
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.4%
College Graduates
46.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
13
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2
/ 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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