West Friendship Home for Rent

Set 23 miles west of Baltimore and 40 miles north of Washington, West Friendship is a rural Howard County community offering secluded single-family homes with acreage. “One of the benefits of this area is you’re kind of halfway between Baltimore and D.C.,” says Joseph S. Bird, a Realtor with Red Cedar Real Estate who has over 11 years of experience. “It’s still relatively close to commuting routes, but privacy and larger lots are easier to find here.” Shopping and dining are limited, so residents travel to neighboring towns, like Sykesville and Ellicott City, for groceries and dining. “There are multiple shopping options within a 15-minute radius,” Bird says. West Friendship is also home to the Howard County Fairgrounds, where annual events like the Howard County Fair are held. “If you’re looking for larger lots with some seclusion, West Friendship is a good area to live,” Bird says. The overall CAP Index Crime Score is 1 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4. West Friendship is part of Howard County Public Schools, rated A overall by Niche. Local kids may start at West Friendship Elementary before moving on to Mount View Middle — both rated A by Niche. At the