Headquarters to the Social Security Administration
Perhaps best known as the home of the Social Security Administration, the community of Woodlawn in Baltimore County is a mixed-use residential and commercial area. “There was a lot of interest and people moving out there to be closer to the Social Security Administration and Security Boulevard back in the 70s,” explains Charles Marshall, longtime area resident and Realtor with RE/MAX. “The houses are moderately priced and people can afford them, plus you’ve got Windsor Mill to the north, Ellicott City to the west and Catonsville to the south, which are all popular areas, attractions, too.”
Homes in Woodlawn
Homes in Woodlawn consist of a variety of styles from detached single-family homes to semi-detached duplexes and town house options. Prospective buyers can choose from single-family homes in minimalist designs like cottages, ramblers and split-levels, or opt for the larger newly constructed traditional builds. The average sales price is $316,000 with price points varying depending on the age, size and condition of the property.
Learning in Baltimore County Public Schools
Students here attend Baltimore County Public Schools like Chadwick Elementary, Southwest Academy Middle and Woodlawn High School. Serving over 1700 students in ninth through twelfth grades, Woodlawn boasts a student-teacher ratio of 16:1 and received a ranking of ‘C-’ from Niche.com.
Retail on Security Boulevard
For all your daily essentials, residents will find everything they need and more along Security Boulevard. Home to a Weis Supermarket, a wide variety of casual eateries, drug stores and gas stations, you can knock out all of your errands in one fell swoop. Nearby, the Security Square Mall, which has served the community for over 50 years, offers additional retail and dining options, an AMC movie theater, and anchor-stores like Macy’s and the Burlington Coat Factory. In addition to housing the large Social Security Administration campus, Woodlawn is also home to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, which offers additional employment opportunities for residents in the area.
Green spaces and commutes in Woodlawn
For some time outdoors, one of the most expansive and popular spots in this area is Patapsco Valley State Park. Featuring eight recreational areas spanning over 16,000 acres along the Patapsco River, this park is known for its many scenic trails. Residents of Woodlawn are closest to the Hollofield area, which is home to the park’s headquarters, one of their two campgrounds and offers a stunning overlook of the entire Patapsco Valley too. And when you're ready for a change of pace, remember Woodlawn is conveniently located in direct proximity to the major thoroughfares of I-695, I-70, and I-40.
Photography Contributed By
Bryan Allen
