Baltimore, MD

The Good

• ✓Affordably priced homes at $260k
• ✓Only 11‑minute drive to downtown Baltimore
• ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
• ✓Average school rating of 7 out of 10

Real Talk

• !Walkability is almost nonexistent; you’ll need a car
• !Public transit options are limited and unreliable
• !Crime rates are moderate to high in many parts of the area
• !Home appreciation can be slow and market is somewhat volatile
• $Higher utility and city tax costs for older homes
• $Maintenance expenses for aging properties
• $Parking permits and street parking fees can add up

Best For

Risk Snapshot