Baltimore, MD
Baltimore · MD 21210
Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$547K
Median Price
75/100
Walk Score
9/10
Schools
12 min
to Baltimore, MD
Score Breakdown
Our Take
Baltimore’s 21210 neighborhood offers solid school ratings, a decent commute into downtown, and a high median income that can offset its high living costs. It’s car‑dependent and noisy, so it may not feel like a quiet suburb, but the proximity to work and good public schools make it a practical choice for many. Watch for the high property tax bill and potential crime in some blocks.
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The Good
- ✓Excellent school ratings (average 7.3),
- ✓High median household income ($114k) supports good purchasing power
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓12‑minute commute to downtown Baltimore
Real Talk
- !Cost of living and property taxes are high for the area
- !Noise and traffic are common due to car dependence
- !Crime levels are moderate‑to‑high in some blocks
- !Limited pedestrian and bike infrastructure
- !Potential for rising housing prices as market tightens
- $High property taxes and insurance
- $Possible HOA fees for rowhomes
- $Elevated utility and maintenance costs in older homes
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Risk Snapshot
Crime & Safety
Baltimore, MD
Safety grade
5% higher than the national average
97% higher than the national average
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