Baltimore, MD

Baltimore, MD

Updated April 29, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$331K

Median Price

79/100

Walk Score

7/10

Schools

4 min

to Baltimore, MD

Score Breakdown

DQuietness
40/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
70/100
BAffordability
78/100
BWalkability
79/100
ACommute
100/100
WYLT Score70/100

Our Take

This is a walkable, transit‑friendly part of Baltimore that’s fairly close to downtown and has a decent median income, but the crime level is a concern and rent is high relative to income. Home prices are moderate for a city, but the noise and limited bike options may not suit everyone.

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The Good

  • Very walkable with a walkscore of 79
  • Good transit score of 65 for quick downtown access
  • Reasonably priced homes for city standards (median $330k)
  • Access to quality schools (average rating 7)

Real Talk

  • !High crime rates typical of inner‑city Baltimore may be a concern
  • !Rent ($1,637) is high relative to the median income ($88k)
  • !Limited bike infrastructure (score 25)
  • !Noise and traffic due to proximity to downtown
  • !
  • $Elevator maintenance and potential HOA fees for rowhomes
  • $Higher property taxes in the city
  • $Possible insurance premiums for city weather

Best For

Young professionalsRemote workersStudentsFamilies seeking city life

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Baltimore, MD

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 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
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

Verify with real-time data

Rates are estimated from neighborhood characteristics using national FBI baselines. Actual figures vary by block — always verify with local sources before making decisions.

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