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A Maryland town on the banks of two Chesapeake Bay tributaries
Sitting between the Severn and Magothy Rivers, Severna Park is perhaps the most surprisingly coastal city in Maryland. It is small, defined by community beaches, a well-regarded school district and proximity to the state capital. “It’s near Annapolis, but it’s a close-knit town,” says Julie Katcef, a Realtor with Engel and Voelkers whose family has lived in the Annapolis region for three generations. “Severna Park is more of a community for families.” This is the kind of place where neighbors line the street for the Fourth of July parade, where weekend boating trips are a common pastime and where the newspaper is known as the local crab wrapper.
The water is at your disposal when you live in Severna Park.
Enjoy a nice evening out on the boat in Severna Park.
Annapolis is not a far venture from Severna Park.
The best part of living in Severna Park is the easy access to the water.
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A mix of styles offering beach and dock access
Prospective buyers will find a mix of styles in Severna Park. Colonial Revivals, midcentury split-levels and ranch-style homes sit side-by-side along winding subdivision roads shaded by tall trees. Houses often feature both front and backyards and driveways, and nearly all are less than a mile from the waterfront on one of the rivers. There are very few sidewalks throughout the subdivisions, so folks will need to be mindful when walking dogs. Boats parked in driveways are a common sight throughout the winter. Inland homes and those closer to Ritchie Highway begin at around $520,000 and climb to $720,000, depending on the number of bedrooms. Prices can rise as high as $3 million for large Modern Traditional builds with waterfront access. Many of these riverside subdivisions offer residents private docks and strips of beach.
Colonial homes are quite common in Severna Park.
Homes in Severna Park have well manicured lawns.
Living in Severna Park gives you many great housing options.
Severna Park has a wide selections of housing types, including split-levels.
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Community beaches and the Baltimore-Annapolis Trail
While it is not directly on the Chesapeake Bay, Severna Park is sandwiched between two rivers, which lends the city a decidedly coastal atmosphere. “There are lots of waterfront subdivisions,” Katcef says. “Several of them have private beaches. Manhattan Beach on the Magothy side is a nice place for a picnic.” While there are no HOA fees, many of the beaches on either the Magothy or Severn Rivers require memberships. On warm summer days, boats pass by children building sandcastles and head out toward Gibson Island, where anglers cast lines into the bay. When staying on solid ground, residents make use of the Baltimore and Annapolis Trail. This 13-mile paved pathway follows a former railroad from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Annapolis. “My kids spent a lot of time on the trail when they were little,” Katcef continues. “It’s a great long path for people to hike or bike or jog on.” Young athletes compete on the multipurpose fields and the baseball diamonds at Kinder Farm Park, which also features a disc golf course and a community garden.
A cyclist rides along the Baltimore and Annapolis Trail, in Severna Park.
Swing by olde Severna Park Community Beach for a nice day on the water.
There are great small beaches around the Severna Park area.
After a day out on the water, enjoy the luxury of your own dock in Severna Park.
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Anne Arundel Community College is among the nation's best
Children in Severna Park are served by Anne Arundel County Public Schools, which earn an overall B-plus from Niche. Severna Park High School is Niche’s No. 1 Public High School in Anne Arundel County, offering 29 Advanced Placement courses in subjects such as Chinese language, macroeconomics and studio art. The city is just 2 miles north of Anne Arundel Community College, which was ranked the best in the country by Academic Influence in 2021.
Anne Arundel Community College in Severna Park is a great place to get an education.
Severna Park Elementary School helps provide students with the tools they need to grow.
Severna Park Middle School helps student excel.
Severna Park High School prepares students well for college.
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Live music on the water and the Fourth of July parade
Every year, residents celebrate the nation's founding with a parade through the town, complete with local vendors and fireworks over the river, which many watch while bobbing on the water in their boats. When it is not a national holiday, residents can be found reveling in music. “Live music is a big deal,” Katcef adds. “Lots of places have bands come in every week.” On weekends, the patio of the Severna Park Taphouse comes alive as neighbors sip draft beers and jam to local bands.
Ritchie Highway is a shopping hub for Severna Park
Ritchie Highway cuts through the community center, lined with shopping options like Giant for groceries or Rommel’s Ace Home Center for hardware supplies. Park Tavern, a neighborhood favorite, also sits along this road. At happy hour, locals can be found indulging in craft beers at the bar or ordering burgers after a long day at work. The highway also grants residents easy access to two of the area’s largest retail centers. Marley Station Mall is a 6-mile drive north, while Westfield Annapolis Mall is 8.5 miles south and across the Severn River Bridge.
Enjoy the convenience of shopping at Giant in Severna Park.
Marley Station Mall in Severna Park is a great spot to get your shopping done.
Westfield Annapolis Mall is the perfect place to spend a day shopping near Severna Park.
Park Tavern in Severna Park is a great place to go to for happy hour with friends.
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Commuting from the city to Baltimore and Annapolis
Ritchie Highway is the central thoroughfare of Severna Park, granting access to Annapolis 8.5 miles south and Baltimore 20 miles north. This road is the only way to commute beyond the neighborhood, meaning traffic is both predictable and difficult. Following Ritchie Highway to Route 100 is the quickest route to Baltimore Washington International Airport 15 miles away.
Crime scores in Severna Park are below the national average
Severna Park has a CAP Index Crime score of 2 out of 10, below the national average of 4. The FBI Crime Data Explorer reported that Anne Arundel County's violent and property crime rates were at or below the national average throughout 2023.
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