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Woodbine

Woodbine

$825,962 Average Value
$221 Average Price per Sq Ft
17 Homes For Sale

Woodbine offers rural living between Frederick and Baltimore

Situated halfway between larger cities like Frederick and Baltimore, Woodbine features expansive single-family homes on acres of rolling farmland. The community is split between Carroll County and Howard County along the South Branch of the Patapsco River, and the school districts in both counties offer highly ranked public schools. “You definitely get a lower price point in Carroll County. If buyers aren’t sending kids to private school, Carroll can be an option,” says Mike Evans, a Howard County local and Realtor with The Bob Lucido Team of Keller Williams Integrity. “When I sell, most people want to be on the Howard County side of Woodbine for the schools.” Locals head to nearby parks for a range of activities, including hiking and fishing at Piney Run Park or riding horses at the Carroll County Equestrian Center.

Woodbine’s rural setting includes scenic drives past cattle farms and open fields.
Woodbine’s rural setting includes scenic drives past cattle farms and open fields.
Woodbine features homes on large lots with easy access to nearby parks and open farmland.
Woodbine features homes on large lots with easy access to nearby parks and open farmland.
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Spacious single-family homes on rolling farmland

Spacious homes lining winding pastoral roads characterize the housing market in Woodbine. Buyers can find split-levels, brick ramblers and Cape Cods at the low end of the price range, while stately Colonial Revivals that feature four or more bedrooms and multi-acre lots are available past the million-dollar mark. Single-family homes are priced from $400,000 to $1.5 million, with prices typically dependent on square footage and lot size. “The atmosphere is very country and rural, with cattle farms and equestrian centers with indoor riding facilities,” says Evans. “Most of them are farmettes with horses and riding trails.”

Woodbine neighborhoods offer large lots and quiet streets surrounded by rolling farmland.
Woodbine neighborhoods offer large lots and quiet streets surrounded by rolling farmland.
Contemporary homes in Woodbine sit on expansive lots with modern layouts and rural views.
Contemporary homes in Woodbine sit on expansive lots with modern layouts and rural views.
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Students can go to school in Carroll County or Howard County

Woodbine’s zip code, 21797, is split between Carroll County to the north and Howard County to the south, so students will fall under a different school district depending on their home address. Students zoned for Howard County Public Schools can attend Lisbon Elementary School and Glenwood Middle, which both get A-ratings from Niche, while Glenelg High School has an A-plus rating. Students served by Carroll County Public Schools can attend Mount Airy Elementary and Mount Airy Middle School, which both get A-minus ratings from Niche, while South Carroll High gets a B-plus rating.

Lisbon Elementary in Woodbine provides strong academics within Howard County Public Schools.
Lisbon Elementary in Woodbine provides strong academics within Howard County Public Schools.
Glenwood Middle in Woodbine serves grades 6–8 with highly rated programs and activities.
Glenwood Middle in Woodbine serves grades 6–8 with highly rated programs and activities.
Glenelg High near Woodbine offers top-rated academics and extensive sports facilities.
Glenelg High near Woodbine offers top-rated academics and extensive sports facilities.
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Hiking trails, fishing lakes and equestrian facilities nearby

Gillis Falls Recreation Area is located a few miles away, where visitors will find multi-use trails for hiking, horseback riding or cross-country skiing in the winter, as well as softball fields and a playground. Farther east in Piney Run Park there are tennis courts, five miles of trails and a 300-acre lake for fishing or boating. In Glenwood, local athletes can head to Western Regional Park to play on the baseball diamonds, tennis courts and multipurpose fields. The Carroll County Equestrian Center, located in Woodbine, has facilities for jumping and dressage, as well as three miles of riding trails.

Carroll County Equestrian Center in Woodbine offers riding trails and training facilities.
Carroll County Equestrian Center in Woodbine offers riding trails and training facilities.
Gillis Falls Recreation Area near Woodbine provides trails for hiking and horseback riding.
Gillis Falls Recreation Area near Woodbine provides trails for hiking and horseback riding.
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Folks dine at Woodbine Inn or shop in Eldersburg and Mount Airy

The Woodbine Inn serves soups, salads and Maryland blue crabs, and also has a full bar. Locals can head east to Eldersburg to shop at Aldi for groceries, or west to Mount Airy Shopping Center, which has a Walmart, a Safeway, and restaurants like Katana Sushi Bar.

Food Lion near Woodbine is ideal for stocking up on everyday groceries and essentials.
Food Lion near Woodbine is ideal for stocking up on everyday groceries and essentials.
Woodbine Inn is a local landmark serving Maryland crab dishes and classic American fare.
Woodbine Inn is a local landmark serving Maryland crab dishes and classic American fare.
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Baltimore and Frederick are less than an hour from Woodbine

Due to the fact that there is no local public transportation option in Woodbine, residents are reliant on car travel. Commuters can drive to Baltimore after a 32-mile drive east along Interstate 70, which takes around forty-five minutes, depending on traffic. Residents can also head east to catch flights out of Baltimore/Washington International Airport. Frederick is 27 miles west of the community and is home to Frederick Health Hospital.

Frederick is a short drive from Woodbine, offering historic charm and vibrant downtown shops.
Frederick is a short drive from Woodbine, offering historic charm and vibrant downtown shops.
Woodbine residents enjoy quick access to BWI Airport for convenient travel options.
Woodbine residents enjoy quick access to BWI Airport for convenient travel options.
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Schools

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Area Facts

Number of Homes
2,543
Number of Homes for Sale
17
Median Year Built
1986
Months of Supply
2.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
4,107
Significantly above the national average
1,931
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
44,866

Open Houses

  • Friday, May 8
    Open Fri 5PM - 7PM

    16920 Old Sawmill Rd, Woodbine, MD 21797

    $1,225,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 5,786 Sq Ft
    • 16920 Old Sawmill Rd
    • New 21 hours ago

    Set on a picturesque, wooded 1.25 acres in sought-after Howard County, this exceptional brick luxury home offers over 6,000 square feet of refined living space, seamlessly blending elegance with modern comfort. A stately façade and manicured grounds create a grand first impression, leading into a light-filled interior highlighted by high ceilings, rich hardwood flooring, and wonderful

    Brandon Bachman Hyatt & Company Real Estate, LLC

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  • Saturday, May 9
    Open Sat 11AM - 1PM

    14516 Old Frederick Rd, Cooksville, MD 21723

    $1,850,000

    • 6 Beds
    • 5.5 Baths
    • 7,335 Sq Ft
    • 14516 Old Frederick Rd
    • New 7 days ago

    Introducing an exceptional, fully custom estate in the heart of Western Howard County, privately tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in sought-after Cooksville, Maryland. Built in 2020 by the Catonsville Homes, this fully custom and truly one-of-a-kind residence offers the perfect blend of timeless craftsmanship, modern design, and multi-generational flexibility. Set on 1.15 picturesque

    Rebecca Mason Cummings & Co. Realtors

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  • Saturday, May 9
    Open Sat 12PM - 3PM

    5422 Woodbine Rd, Woodbine, MD 21797

    $625,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 3,156 Sq Ft
    • 5422 Woodbine Rd
    • New 1 day ago

    COMING SOON TO THE HIGHLY SOUGHT-AFTER COMMUNITY OF PLEASANT RIDGE. THIS WELL MAINTAINED ALL BRICK 4 BEDROOM, 2.5 BATH HOME SITS ON 2.18 ACRES AND IS FULLL OF POTENTIAL FOR THE SAVVY BUYER. BEAUTIFUL WELL MAINTAINED ORIGINAL HARDWOOD FLOORING. THE SUN-FILLED LIVING ROOM FEATURES VAULTED CEILINGS, CEILING FANS, AND A LARGE BAY WINDOW THAT BRINGS IS AN ABUNDANCE OF NATURAL LIGHT. THE SPACIOUS

    Rachelle Gaskins Coldwell Banker Realty

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Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

Woodbine Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
1
Median Rent
$3,950
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,900
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$3,250
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,095
Median 2 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$2,095

Demographics

Total Population
9,285
Median Age
46
Population under 18
22.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$164,456
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$186,997

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.1%
College Graduates
47.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.6%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
1''

Area Factors

Somewhat friendly

Bike Score®®

20 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Walk Score®®

30 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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