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Berea

Berea

Neighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland

Baltimore City 21213

$138,851 Average Value
$174 Average Price per Sq Ft
25 Homes For Sale

A quiet East Baltimore neighborhood

Welcome to Berea, an East Baltimore neighborhood characterized by quiet streets lined with historic rowhouses. Bordered by the major thoroughfares of U.S. Route 40 and Edison Highway, residents enjoy quick access to downtown amenities. “You’ve got the shopping center nearby, and you get easy access to restaurants,” says Sharon Fraser, a real estate agent with 10 years of experience selling in the greater Baltimore area. “But you still get the peace and quiet of a relaxed, friendly suburb.”

Many homes in Berea have spacious porches.
Many homes in Berea have spacious porches.
Berea is a densely populated neighborhood in Baltimore City.
Berea is a densely populated neighborhood in Baltimore City.
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Streets lined with historic rowhouse

Housing options in Berea consist exclusively of traditional Baltimore rowhouses, with slight variations in style depending on the period in which the house was built. Prospective buyers can choose from homes built between 1890-1925, featuring Italianate and Renaissance Revival styles; homes constructed during 1914-1925, featuring brown-brick Daylight-styles, with front porches designed to allow as much sunlight in as possible; or opt for early 1930s and 40s Colonial Revival styles featuring red-brick facades. “The homes are on the smaller side,” says Fraser. “And it’s an established neighborhood, so there are very few new builds.” Though house sizes are pretty consistent, the yards vary in size, ranging from large, manicured lawns with room for rose gardens and shrubbery to low-maintenance paved front porches. Homes that need renovation range in price from $30,000- $100,000, with the average cost being $70,000. Turnkey homes tend to fetch a higher price, ranging from $150,000- $300,000, with the average price hovering around $200,000.

Traditional rowhomes are available in the Berea neighborhood.
Traditional rowhomes are available in the Berea neighborhood.
Many homes in Berea have simple brick facades and short front stoops.
Many homes in Berea have simple brick facades and short front stoops.
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Dining within Berea and beyond

For dinner, Michael's Pizza and Subs is a family-owned restaurant serving hand-tossed pizzas, subs, seafood and pasta. For a night out, residents can try DDL Lounge, a bar just north of Sinclair Lane. For daily essentials, Berea has a wide range of convenience stores and mini-mart options scattered throughout the neighborhood. For larger chain grocery stores and shopping options, the Erdman Shopping Center, which includes a Save-A-Lot and the Rainbow Shops clothing outlet, is just north of Barea.

For dinner Berea families can check out family-owned Michael's Pizza and Subs.
For dinner Berea families can check out family-owned Michael's Pizza and Subs.
There are several convenience stores and mini marts sprinkled throughout the Berea neighborhoo.
There are several convenience stores and mini marts sprinkled throughout the Berea neighborhoo.
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Clifton Park and the historic Baltimore Cemetery

When residents need a nature reprieve, they can enjoy the great outdoors at nearby Clifton Park. This green space features several baseball diamonds, soccer fields and an 18-hole golf course where folks can practice their swing. History buffs will enjoy exploring Berea’s historic Baltimore Cemetery. With a towering gothic revival gateway, this cemetery, built in 1850, spans over 100 acres of green.

Located in Berea historic Baltimore Cemetery was built in 1850.
Located in Berea historic Baltimore Cemetery was built in 1850.
Berea residents love have Clifton Park's 18-hole golf course in their own backyard.
Berea residents love have Clifton Park's 18-hole golf course in their own backyard.
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Baltimore City Public Schools

Students in Berea attend Baltimore City Public Schools, like Fort Worthington Elementary/Middle, which earned a C-minus on Niche. Serving over 690 students from kindergarten through eighth grade, this school is an ESOL and restorative practices site, focusing on students' social and emotional well-being. Students can finish their education at Paul Laurence Dunbar High School, which earned a C on Niche.

Paul Laurence Dunbar High School has a student teacher ratio of 26 to 1.
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School has a student teacher ratio of 26 to 1.
Fort Worthington Elementary/Middle School serves students in grades K-8.
Fort Worthington Elementary/Middle School serves students in grades K-8.
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Berea is serviced by the Baltimore City Bus System.
Berea is serviced by the Baltimore City Bus System.

Readily available public transportation

Though many locals get around by car, public transportation is available throughout the neighborhood. There are several bus stops along Edison Highway and East Preston Street, serviced by CityLink PINK and routes 22, 63 and 105. Berea is also 2.5 miles east of Penn Station and 3 miles northeast of Charles Center.

Enoch Pratt Free Library offers many programs for Berea residents to enjoy.
Enoch Pratt Free Library offers many programs for Berea residents to enjoy.

Events at the local library

The Enoch Pratt Free Library Herring Run Branch offers computers for public use while providing a wide variety of free events and workshops.

The non-profit HEBCAC has many programs that support the residents fo the Berea community.
The non-profit HEBCAC has many programs that support the residents fo the Berea community.

Community support from a local nonprofit

This community benefits from strong participation with the Historic East Baltimore Community Action Coalition (HEBCAC). A local nonprofit organization, HEBCAC, supports East Baltimore area communities like Berea to honor their history and foster strength, diversity, and transformation as they move toward the future. HEBCAC provides various career and housing services for youth, as well as substance abuse and recovery programs.

Stephanie Davison
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall

29 min drive

Bus

Preston St & Luzerne Ave Wb

Bus

Milton & Federal Fs Nb

Bus

Edison HWY & Preston St Sb

Bus

Preston & Linwood Wb

Bus

Preston & Decker Ave Wb

Bus

Preston & Kenwood Wb

Bus

Preston St & Lakewood Ave Eb

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Berea US
Homicide 8 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$104,000
Median Single Family Price
$102,000
Median Townhouse Price
$149,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$174
Number of Homes for Sale
25
Last 12 months Home Sales
53
Months of Supply
5.70
Median List Price
$125,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-28%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,459
Median Year Built
1941

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
3,388
Median Age
42
Population Density
16 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$45,542
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$59,606

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
81.8%
College Graduates
19.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.4%
% Population in Labor Force
47%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
16''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

69 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

68 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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