Baltimore, Baltimore MD — neighborhood review

Baltimore, MD

Baltimore · MD 21224

Updated July 31, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$295K

Median Price

84/100

Walk Score

8.6/10

Schools

11 min

to Baltimore, MD

Score Breakdown

BAffordability
78/100
BSafety
78/100
B+Schools
86/100
D+Quietness
50/100
ACommute
100/100
B+Walkability
84/100
WYLT Score79/100

Our Take

Baltimore's 21224 has decent walkability, affordability, and access to employment. While schools are a black box, crime rates are relatively low. Just set your expectations appropriately.

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The Good

  • Walkable neighborhoods with many shops and restaurants
  • Affordable housing options
  • Employer-friendly commute times

Real Talk

  • !Limited data available on local schools
  • !Crime rates are relatively low but still present
  • !Potential noise and traffic from nearby highways
  • $Parking is limited in some areas
  • $Local taxes may be higher than average

Best For

First-time homebuyersYoung professionalsFamilies with school-age children

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Baltimore, MD

B

Safety grade

Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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