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Bel Air South

Bel Air South

Neighborhood in Abingdon, Maryland

Harford County 21047, 21085

$530,617 Average Value
$159 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

High-end homes, secluded neighborhoods and lots of shopping

Bel Air South consists mostly of farm fields and high-end subdivisions and is located next to Harford Glen Park and Pleasant Hills. Though the landscape makes housing here feel secluded in nature, most residences are just a few miles from major shopping centers, Bel Air’s Main Street and the Bel Air Bypass. “Bel Air is an easily commutable suburb with highly rated school districts. It's relatively safe and, while most people commute to Baltimore for work, Bel Air has its own shopping, dining and nightlife scene,” says Daniel McGhee, an award-winning Realtor with Homeowners Real Estate. Tollgate Marketplace, the Harford Mall and Main Street nearby create a nightlife atmosphere in a suburban setting, where people can shop or dine out without driving into Baltimore. Luxury amenities like the Mountain Branch Golf Course and the Valleybrook Country Club are located on the southern side of the neighborhood, and some homes can cost over $1 million. The CAP Index Score for Bel Air South is 1 out of 10, which is significantly lower than the national average of 4.

Bel Air shopping centers and major stores in Pleasant Hills

Living in or near Bel Air means having access to dozens of shopping centers, major grocery stores and nightlife. “Main Street in Bel Air is awesome. It has a lot of shopping and restaurants, it’s very quaint,” McGhee says. “Looney’s Pub is a huge staple for nightlife. They host bands and DJs and a lot of people from Baltimore will come out here just to go to Looney’s.” Main Street is also home to the Harford Artists Gallery in the marketplace behind the castle-like Bel Air Armory community center. Along the Baltimore Pike are the Harford Mall and Tollgate Marketplace, which both have national chain stores, restaurants, banks and car dealerships. Shoppers can reach grocery stores like Target and Aldi. In Pleasant Hills to the south, Belair Road has a few locally owned eateries and breweries like Fallston Barrel House and The Local. There are also several more car dealerships and a Walmart on this road.

Come to Looney's Pub for great food, drinks, and entertainment.
Come to Looney's Pub for great food, drinks, and entertainment.
Come to Harford Mall in Bel Air South, MD to shop for all your favorite brands.
Come to Harford Mall in Bel Air South, MD to shop for all your favorite brands.
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Secluded family homes and grand estates in Bel Air South

Predominantly suburban but with a rural feel, houses sit tucked between groves of forest and near a few farm fields. Streets are winding and sometimes end in large cul-de-sacs. Home styles include large modern traditional estates on wide lots, smaller ranch-style houses and Colonial-inspired split levels. A few houses have private pools, while others come with spacious yards and back patios. Single-family homes in this area can cost between $350,000 and $800,000. A few larger estates on generous acreage can even fetch over $1 million.

Find a home that fits your needs in Bel Air South, MD.
Find a home that fits your needs in Bel Air South, MD.
There are a variety of homes crafted for style, comfort, and easy living in Bel Air South.
There are a variety of homes crafted for style, comfort, and easy living in Bel Air South.
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Outdoor recreation like Harford Glen Park and Annie's Playground

Harford Glen Park runs along the Atkisson Reservoir and includes several walking and hiking trails. People picnic there, watch birds or take photos of local wildlife near the water. Avid golfers can head north across the highway to reach Winters Run Golf Course, while horse lovers can utilize the Harford County Equestrian Center. Spots like Reckord Road Park and Mountain Road Park have outdoor amenities like playgrounds, tennis courts and ballfields. Bikers can take long trips along local rail trails, such as the Ma and Pa trail. “That trail is somewhat recent, probably built within the last 10 years. It’s a super long, popular walking and biking trail that goes for miles all throughout Bel Air,” McGhee says. “It starts at Annie’s Playground, goes for miles through the woods.” Annie’s Playground is located at Edgeley Grove Park. It was named in memory of a local resident and is one of the largest playgrounds in the country.

Take a quiet walk enjoying the flora and fauna at the Ma & Pa Heritage Trail.
Take a quiet walk enjoying the flora and fauna at the Ma & Pa Heritage Trail.
Annie's Playground features a large, elaborate play structure for kids.
Annie's Playground features a large, elaborate play structure for kids.
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Highly-rated Harford County Public Schools

Students near Bel Air South benefit from highly rated public schools through the Harford County Public School district, which scores an overall A-minus on Niche. Located north of the neighborhood in Fallston, Youths Benefit Elementary School teaches students in kindergarten through fifth grade. They may then move on to Fallston Middle School and then Fallston High School. All three schools earn an A-minus on Niche.

Youths Benefit Elementary School in Fallston gives students a strong foundation for success.
Youths Benefit Elementary School in Fallston gives students a strong foundation for success.
Fallston Middle School is highly rated and hosts 894 students in grades 6-8.
Fallston Middle School is highly rated and hosts 894 students in grades 6-8.
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Commutes to Baltimore and Washington D.C.

Most homes in this neighborhood are about 4 miles from Bel Air’s bustling Main Street. Baltimore is about 24 miles southwest, and when traffic is light, it takes about 40 minutes to reach via Interstate 95. Commuters can also take I-95 south to Washington D.C., which is about 2 hours and 65 miles away. For those who take public transportation, there are no bus stops within the neighborhood proper, but there are Harford Transit bus stops within the major shopping centers and a Park and Ride lot off of Fallston Road. The nearest hospital is the University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center, which is also right in Bel Air, about 4 miles away.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall

51 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Bel Air South US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 1 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 1 4
Crime Score 1 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$483,500
Median Single Family Price
$506,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$159
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Months of Supply
2.60
Median List Price
$506,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
21%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
465
Median Year Built
1973
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,983
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
121,096

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
1,333
Median Age
47
Population under 18
20.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.7%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$94,811
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$114,770

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
26.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.4%
% Population in Labor Force
66.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

1 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

4 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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