Located just south of Lexington in Southwest Baltimore, Bentalou-Smallwood is a densely populated community facing the trials and tribulations of urban living. Challenged by disinvestment, poverty, blight and the consequences of all that. “Some neighborhoods are easier than others to sell. This neighborhood is one of the more difficult ones,” says Sterling France, owner of Fran-Coa Real Estate & Management, LLC, a 40-year real estate veteran and longtime Baltimore resident. “It is a neighborhood with lots of promise that’s awaiting a transformation. It’s within three miles of downtown Baltimore and it’s close to major highways, Interstate 295 and Interstate 95. There is a large shopping area within five miles.” Residents of Bentalou-Smallwood are looking to local and governmental stakeholders for support in redevelopment, revitalization and growth. Meanwhile, the community and its youth benefit from local resources like The Food Project, a part of the U Empower of Maryland group. Established in 2017, this non-profit works to combat food insecurity and youth unemployment by providing jobs to at-risk youth, making and distributing meals for the community, and running a pop-up market. The project also additional opportunities to learn through weekly classes, ranging in topic from “restaurant leadership” to “health living cooking” and even GED prep. “In a perfect world, this would be a more desirable neighborhood; it was at one time and can be again,” France says.
Carrollton Ridge
Neighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland
Baltimore City 21223
Row homes with brick facades in Bentalou-Smallwood
Bentalou-Smallwood is a neighborhood comprised of two-story houses mainly of the row house variety. Many have brick facades and most have the potential to be transformed into stunning homes. The median price for a single-family home is around $50,000, with homes ranging from $30,000 to around $ 120,000 depending on the age, size and condition of the property. For those looking to invest, many properties in Bentalou-Smallwood are also auctioned off online at lower price points.
One way on Monroe another on Frederick
Bentalou-Smallwood has several built-in traffic and transportation concerns including Route 1, called South Monroe and Wilkens and Frederick to the north. All are major thoroughfares in the city of Baltimore. “There’s a lot of traffic that will come from the west to the east and roll into Frederick Avenue to get downtown,” France says. “Monroe Street is one way south and there’s always traffic.” Consequently, travelers there can expect moderate to heavy traffic there, especially congestion during rush hours is par for the course. MTA (Maryland Transit Authority) operates bus service along Wilkens and Pulaski.
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Baltimore City Public Schools
Students here attend Baltimore City Public Schools like Mary Ann Winterling Elementary, Franklin Square Elementary/Middle and Vivien T. Thomas Academy, all of which Niche rates C-minus. Serving over 400 students in ninth through twelfth grades, the Vivien T. Thomas Academy is located in the historic Franklin Square Hospital Building, established in 1898. Today, this school supports career pathways in the medical sciences ranging from emergency medicine to nursing and dental assistance. The schools are part of the Baltimore City Public Schools system, which Niche rates C-plus.
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Westside Shopping Center for groceries
Bentalou-Smallwood has a limited selection of shopping and dining establishments in the neighborhood and is easily in reach. For daily essentials, the Westside Shopping Center features a Food Depot supermarket, a Dollar General, a Dollar Tree, an assortment of casual eateries and a variety of retailers to choose from. “There is a shopping plaza below Frederick that has some stores. Within 10 minutes of here, there are more restaurants, mainly of the fast-food variety,” France says.
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Carroll Park for play
Bentalou-Smallwood has no parks in the neighborhood’s interior. However, for a reprieve from city life, residents can enjoy time in neighboring Carroll Park. The third oldest park in the city, this 20-acre space includes athletic fields, a playground, a natural play space, a skate park, and a nine-hole golf course. Also connecting with the Gwynns Falls Trail, residents can always take a detour and hike bike or walk a portion of this 15-mile urban greenway.
Inner Harbor, outter relaxation
For a change of pace, remember Bentalou-Smallwood is only 10 minutes from Downtown Baltimore, the Inner Harbor and the Waterfront Promenade. Residents who are inclined can catch an Orioles game or cheer on the Ravens toward another victory, or maybe simply enjoy the harbor views.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Andy MacPherson
Andy MacPherson
W F Chesley Real Estate, LLC.
(301) 867-7339
165 Total Sales
1 in Carrollton Ridge
$7,000 Price
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Pete France
Pete France
EXP Realty, LLC
(443) 960-7197
77 Total Sales
1 in Carrollton Ridge
$85,000 Price
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Anthony Sued Delgado
Anthony Sued Delgado
LPT Realty, LLC
(301) 381-2733
53 Total Sales
2 in Carrollton Ridge
$64K - $73K Price Range
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William Weeks
William Weeks
Coldwell Banker Realty
(667) 213-2965
128 Total Sales
1 in Carrollton Ridge
$49,500 Price
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Lening Rivera
Lening Rivera
Coldwell Banker Realty
(443) 965-9005
76 Total Sales
1 in Carrollton Ridge
$99,000 Price
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Pam Wilks
Pam Wilks
Responds QuicklyExecuHome Realty
(667) 218-4306
119 Total Sales
1 in Carrollton Ridge
$88,900 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Carroll Park
- Golf
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Harlem Inner Block Park Za 125
Union Square Park
Warwick Avenue Park
Franklin Square Park
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Kirby Lane Park
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Carrollton Ridge | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 9 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 8 | 4 |
| Robbery | 9 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Carrollton Ridge, Baltimore sell after 65 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Carrollton Ridge, Baltimore over the last 12 months is $55,604, up 25% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$41,000
Median Single Family Price
$55,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$57
Number of Homes for Sale
29
Last 12 months Home Sales
61
Months of Supply
5.70
Median List Price
$55,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
37%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
673
Median Year Built
1920
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,375
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,797
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
871
Open Houses
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Sunday, Apr 2712 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,547
Median Age
36
Population Density
39 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.3%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$41,349
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$50,777
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
65.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
2.4%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.2%
% Population in Labor Force
48.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
59
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
81
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
67
/ 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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