The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 21211 sells for about $324,500, or $215 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 34 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,594 a month.
ZIP 21211 — Baltimore
The 21211 housing market shows steady appreciation and consistent demand, driven by its popularity with young professionals and its unique neighborhood character. While inventory remains tight, the market is performing well relative to the broader Baltimore City area. Figures for specific metrics like months of supply and sale-to-list ratios are based on current portal data, while some demographic data is sourced from the most recent ACS estimates.
This ZIP is ideal for young professionals, artists, and urban-focused buyers who value walkability, historic character, and proximity to the city's cultural and employment hubs.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 34 days on market with 2.8 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.3% · poverty 10.7% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 21211, Baltimore City MD
Crime rates in the Hampden and North Baltimore areas within 21211 remain a primary concern for residents, with property crime rates trending higher than the national average but consistent with broader Baltimore City patterns.
Public schools serving the area are part of Baltimore City Public Schools, which generally face significant challenges in performance metrics and resource allocation compared to suburban districts.
The area is primarily urban with low wildfire risk, though older housing stock in the ZIP code faces standard urban flood and wind exposure risks typical of the Mid-Atlantic region.
Economic momentum is driven by the revitalization of the Hampden commercial corridor and proximity to the Johns Hopkins University and medical campuses, which serve as major regional anchors.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Maryland) — Maryland Real Property Assessment and Taxation: Property is assessed at its phased-in use value. The tax is calculated by multiplying the assessed value by the applicable state and local tax rates.
Residents benefit from proximity to the I-83 corridor, providing a direct route to downtown Baltimore, while public transit options include local bus lines and proximity to the Light Rail.
The area features the popular Druid Hill Park and the Jones Falls Trail, offering extensive green space and outdoor recreation within a short distance of the residential core.
The rental market is robust due to the high concentration of young professionals and students, with consistent demand for apartments and renovated rowhomes in the Hampden neighborhood.
The economy is anchored by the healthcare and education sectors, specifically the Johns Hopkins institutions, alongside a growing creative and retail economy in the Hampden district.
The area is served by major arterial roads including I-83 and various MTA Maryland bus routes, facilitating access to the broader Baltimore metropolitan area.
Development is primarily focused on infill projects and the renovation of existing historic structures to maintain the neighborhood's character.
The Baltimore City Department of Finance handles all property assessments, which are conducted on a triennial cycle.
Parcels are subject to Baltimore City municipal taxes; no specific MUD or PID districts are reported for this ZIP.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by the age of the housing stock and urban density, with standard coverage available for fire and liability.
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Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 21211 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- K1 Speed Jessup4.514.9 mi
- Dave & Buster's Hanover - Arundel412.6 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.114.7 mi
- Dave & Buster's4.29.7 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.312.3 mi
- CFG Bank Arena4.13 mi
- M&T Bank Stadium4.73.6 mi
- Merriweather Post Pavilion4.514.6 mi
- Camden Yards4.83.2 mi
- Oriole Park at Camden Yards4.73.3 mi
- National Aquarium4.63.4 mi
- Oriole Park at Camden Yards4.73.3 mi
- The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore4.40.7 mi
- Cinemark Egyptian 24 and XD4.412.5 mi
- Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine4.85.4 mi
- National Aquarium4.63.4 mi
- Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine4.85.4 mi
- National Cryptologic Museum4.716.5 mi
- Baltimore Museum of Art4.81 mi
- The Walters Art Museum4.82.5 mi
- Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine4.85.4 mi
- Patapsco Valley State Park - Hollofield Area4.68.3 mi
- Patapsco Valley State Park - Avalon Area4.68.3 mi
- Troy Park4.711.4 mi
- Cascade Falls Trailhead4.78.5 mi
- Sparrows Point Country Club4.510.1 mi
- Port Covington Marina4.74.8 mi
- Anchorage Marina4.54.5 mi
- Dundee Creek Marina4.715 mi
- Baltimore Yacht Club4.713.3 mi
- Topgolf Baltimore3.83.8 mi
- Pine Ridge Golf Course4.38.6 mi
- Diamond Ridge Golf Course4.37.4 mi
- The Timbers At Troy3.411.2 mi
- Fox Hollow Golf Course4.39.4 mi
- Arundel Mills4.412.9 mi
- Towson Town Center4.45.6 mi
- White Marsh Mall4.39.7 mi
- H Mart Ellicott City4.510.1 mi
- Mondawmin Mall3.91.2 mi
- Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport4.310.6 mi
- The Club BWI3.910.4 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A massive historic park featuring the Maryland Zoo and extensive trails.
A vibrant commercial district known for eclectic shops and restaurants.
A scenic urban trail connecting neighborhoods to the waterfront.
Deterministic aggregate of 1 researched property in this ZIP (latest reading each) — each property weighs one; per point, properties lacking the value are excluded. Property-level records (taxes, scores, permits) never roll individually.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).