The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 21227 sells for about $300,000, or $215 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 22 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,420 a month.
ZIP 21227 — Baltimore
The 21227 housing market shows steady appreciation driven by its strategic location near major employment hubs and transit corridors. While inventory remains tight, the market is supported by consistent demand from commuters and local workers. Prices have trended upward, reflecting the broader regional strength of the Baltimore metro area.
This ZIP is well-suited for working families and commuters who prioritize access to major transportation arteries and the employment hubs of Baltimore and Northern Virginia while seeking more affordable housing options than the inner city.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 22 days on market with 2.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 99.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.7% · poverty 15.7% — 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 7.3%/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 5.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 21227, Baltimore County MD
Crime rates in the 21227 area are generally consistent with suburban Baltimore County averages, with property crime being the primary concern compared to violent crime incidents.
Schools serving the area are part of the Baltimore County Public Schools system, which maintains a mix of ratings across elementary, middle, and high school levels.
The area is subject to standard regional flood and wind risks associated with the Chesapeake Bay watershed, with insurance premiums reflecting typical mid-Atlantic hazard profiles.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport corridor and major logistics hubs, providing steady employment opportunities in the Baltimore metro area.
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 direct access to I-95, I-695, and the MARC train line, facilitating efficient commutes to downtown Baltimore and the broader Washington D.C. corridor.
The area features access to local community parks, proximity to the Patapsco Valley State Park for hiking and outdoor activities, and various retail centers along the US-1 corridor.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand from commuters and employees of nearby logistics and airport-related businesses, with moderate vacancy pressure.
The economy is anchored by the BWI Airport, logistics and distribution centers, and the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC).
The area is served by major highway interchanges (I-95/I-695) and provides access to MARC commuter rail services.
Development is focused on mixed-use revitalization projects along the US-1 corridor and infrastructure upgrades for transit connectivity.
The Baltimore County Department of Assessments and Taxation conducts triennial assessments for all residential properties.
Parcels are subject to Baltimore County property taxes and are served by the Baltimore County Public Schools district.
Property insurance remains stable, though premiums are influenced by regional flood zone designations and proximity to industrial zones.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.115.2 mi
- K1 Speed Jessup4.58.6 mi
- Dave & Buster's Hanover - Arundel46 mi
- The Adventure Park at Sandy Spring4.820 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.19 mi
- CFG Bank Arena4.14.8 mi
- M&T Bank Stadium4.74.1 mi
- Merriweather Post Pavilion4.59.9 mi
- Camden Yards4.84.5 mi
- Oriole Park at Camden Yards4.74.4 mi
- National Aquarium4.65 mi
- Oriole Park at Camden Yards4.74.4 mi
- The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore4.46 mi
- Cinemark Egyptian 24 and XD4.45.9 mi
- Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament4.66.3 mi
- National Aquarium4.65 mi
- Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine4.85.7 mi
- National Cryptologic Museum4.710 mi
- Baltimore Museum of Art4.86.8 mi
- The Walters Art Museum4.85.3 mi
- Port Covington Marina4.74.5 mi
- Anchorage Marina4.56.1 mi
- Locust Point Marine Terminals2.95.2 mi
- Henderson's Wharf Marina4.55.7 mi
- Inner Harbor Marina4.74.9 mi
- Topgolf Baltimore3.83.9 mi
- Compass Pointe Golf Course4.212.2 mi
- Diamond Ridge Golf Course4.38 mi
- Waverly Woods Golf Club4.412.2 mi
- The Timbers At Troy3.45.4 mi
- Arundel Mills4.46.3 mi
- The Mall in Columbia4.49.8 mi
- Towson Town Center4.412.2 mi
- H Mart Ellicott City4.57.7 mi
- Mondawmin Mall3.95.6 mi
- Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport4.34.4 mi
- The Club BWI3.94.3 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Extensive trail system and river access serving the region.
Local hub for dining and essential services.
Major regional anchor providing cultural and athletic events.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 30.0% from the nearest retained anchor (prior refresh cycle) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Validation: the flagged $390,000 (+30% vs the prior refresh cycle) could not be independently corroborated and was reverted to the prior cycle value pending review; the case is under review in the Command Center.