Baltimore, Baltimore MD — neighborhood review

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

CAffordability
63/100
FSafety
38/100
ASchools
90/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
BWalkability
75/100
WYLT Score68/100

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

Best For

Young professionalsFamilies seeking good schoolsCommuters to downtown BaltimoreTech workersResidents wanting a mix of urban amenities and home ownership

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeHigh
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow

Crime & Safety

Baltimore, MD

F

Safety grade

Safety score38 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
High
38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

97% higher than the national average

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