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Quirky businesses and community events north of downtown Baltimore
Known as one of the quirkiest communities in Baltimore, the neighborhood of Hampden is perfect for those who enjoy trendy bars, artsy shops and restaurants. “You’ve got the old-school institutions, dive bars like Frazier’s, right next door to the more upscale spots like The Food Market,” says Mike Sass, a longtime area resident among Hampden’s eclectic community of neighbors. “The thing you have to understand is this area was a mill town. So, you’ve got a mix of blue-collar working-class people, students and young professionals, so it's kind of evolved over time to meet everybody’s needs,” Sass says. Hampden is centrally located, with the Johns Hopkins University campus and the Baltimore Museum of Art to the east and Druid Hill Park and the Maryland Zoo to the west. With an abundance of places to gather and connect, Hampden has all the charm of a cozy Main Street town within the bustling city of Baltimore.
Enjoy the beautiful artwork that Hampden has to offer.
Located in in Hampden, The Food Market offers a unique twist on comfort food.
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The Avenue’s unique bars, shops and restaurants
The Avenue is the local name for bustling 36th Street, which is home to an array of restaurants, bars, galleries and specialty boutiques. There are many favorite shops around town, such as Atomic Books for comics and novels, Lovely Yarns for knitting supplies and the Double Dutch Boutique clothing store. Ma Petite Shoes imports chocolates from all over the globe to sell alongside an assortment of high-end shoes. “You can get spoiled living in Hampden,” Sass says. “You’ve got The Avenue right there. Good coffee. Atomic Books, Golden West, The Charmery. You don’t even have to go into the City, because everything’s right here.” Hungry? Souvlaki serves traditional Greek fare in an attempt at a classic Aegean atmosphere. Next door, Golden West Cafe’s funky Southwestern vibes and vegan options make it a hotspot. The Bluebird Cocktail Room is like a speakeasy with a library theme, known for its small plates and decorative chandeliers. When it’s time for dessert, The Charmery has hand-dipped ice cream and a range of rotating seasonal flavors. Grocery shopping options include the nearby Giant, Mom’s Organic Market and stores at the Rotunda shopping center.
The Avenue in Hampden is a destination spot for dinning and nightlife.
Pick out a gift for a friend at Double Dutch in Hampden.
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Hampden’s community events and get-togethers
The Avenue is the place to be whenever Hampden hosts some of Baltimore’s most beloved festivals. Hampden Highlights is a new, free, community-centric street festival. By bringing food, art and music to the Hampden area, Hampden Highlights wants to showcase totally local vendors, restaurants and artists. The new festival came along in the wake of the wildly popular Honfest, which has since retired. Hampden’s First Fridays is a monthly event where participants can enjoy an evening of retail therapy, drinks and the opportunity to meet their new neighbors. Come fall, Hampdenfest hosts an assortment of oddball events like a toilet bowl race, a pie-eating contest and live music. In December, Hampden’s Miracle on 34th Street is a holiday light showcase where folks can wander the street for free to view homes decked out in their holiday best.
Hampden Highlights Festival takes over The Avenue from Falls Road to Chestnut Street.
Hampden residents can attend Rotunda Rocks, which features music from local Baltimore musicians.
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Local bus lines and convenient access to the Baltimore area
There are several public bus stops along main roads in town, like Chestnut Ave and 36th Street. Hampden is also conveniently located right off Interstate 83 and the Jones Falls Expressway. From there, drivers can zip up to the countryside or head downtown to the Inner Harbor, which is about 4 miles south. Though Johns Hopkins Hospital is only a few miles away, closer to home is the MedStar Union Memorial Hospital for checkups or emergencies. For weekends out of town, drivers can head 16 miles south via Interstate 195 to the Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Bike, walk and play in Hampden
East of most homes, Wyman Park’s woodlands and walking paths follow along the curve of the Stony Run stream. There, locals can walk their dogs, ride bikes or enjoy strolling through nature whenever they please. On Beech Avenue, walkers will find the park’s small playground, which has a jungle gym and swings. Roosevelt Park is home to the Roosevelt Recreation Center, a community garden, athletic fields, a playground and a skate park. Roosevelt Park is also the location of the area’s public pool, which is popular during hot Baltimore summers. South of town is Druid Hill Park, where visitors can spend a day at the Maryland Zoo or the Rawlings Conservatory gardens and greenhouse. For a day indoors, locals can check out the paintings and statues at the Baltimore Museum of Art at Johns Hopkins University.
Roosevelt Park gives Hampden residents plenty of ways to immerse themselves in nature.
Hampden residents can meet friends at Wyman Park for a pickup game of basketball.
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Brick Baltimore row houses and modern apartments
Buyers may explore many different Baltimore row houses, which often have original brick or stone exteriors in various colors and short front porches. Some row houses have fenced-in yards shaded by mature trees and off-street parking out back. Prices can start around $185,000 for those that need renovations or upgrades, but for most move-in-ready row houses, listings range between $250,000 and over $600,000. Newly renovated single-family homes display fresh foundations with updated interiors and vinyl siding. Buyers can find a wide range of historic and brand-new builds for prices between $275,000 to $500,000. For alternative lifestyles, temporary residents and students can rent one of many apartment units over The Rotunda shopping center or in historic buildings nearby.
Classic rowhomes are a popular home style in Hampden.
Newly renovated single-family homes may be priced from $275,000 to $500,000 dollars in Hampden.
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Baltimore County Public School programs and local universities
Due to district mapping, most neighborhood students first attend Hampden Elementary Middle School for kindergarten through eighth grade. It is graded a B on Niche and is ranked No. 8 for best public middle school teachers in Baltimore. Baltimore students may then choose their preferred high school. Baltimore Polytechnic Institute, or Poly as it’s commonly called, is a STEM-centric Blue-Ribbon Award-winning high school north of town. It is graded an A on Niche. For higher education options, Hampden is right next door to nationally renowned colleges, including Johns Hopkins University, Loyola, and Notre Dame of Maryland.
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute was founded in 1883 and is close to Hampden.
Hampden Elementary Middle School is ranked number 8 for best public middle school teachers.
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Parks in this Area
Roosevelt Park
Baseball/Softball
Pool
Skateboard
Elm Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Buena Vista Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Sisson Street Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Wyman Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Trails
Pleasant Place Park
Trails
Transit
Airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall
26 min drive
Bus
Falls Rd & Cox St Sb
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36th St & Roland Ave Wb
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40th St & Elm Ave Wb Ns
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Falls Rd & Union Ave Sb
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40th St & The Rotunda Opp Wb
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Roland Ave & 38th St Sb Ns
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40th St & Keswick Rd Eb
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.317 Reviews
3.0Niche User
4/7/2015Niche Review
We have unique restaurants but the cost can be high. The neighborhood does have 2 sports bar, and 1 high class bar for people not from the neighbor can afford to go. The family restaurants you need to drive for 30 minutes. Entertainments we do have 1 movie theatre that you can walk to.
3.0Niche User
4/7/2015Niche Review
The crime in my neighbor is mostly home break ins. Hard crime like murder is not in this neighborhood.
2.0Niche User
4/20/2015Niche Review
There is litter all over and the roads are a bit of a mess.
2.0Niche User
4/20/2015Niche Review
Other than retail, the employment opportunities are not growing in the area.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Hampden
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hampden, Baltimore sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Hampden, Baltimore over the last 12 months is $343,509, up 1% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Modern 2 bed, 1 bath apartment available now in the center of Hampden, right on Falls Rd. This second-floor unit offers 1,000 sq ft of open living space with 10-foot ceilings, energy-efficient HVAC, and a clean, smart layout. The kitchen and bathroom feature bold black mosaic tile, granite counters, and brand-new stainless steel appliances. Not only does this unit offer a deck off the main
The Fox building is an adaptive reuse of a 20th century structure with a rich industrial history. The building was the original home of Noxzema and more recently, Fox Industries. The Fox Building has been transformed into a vibrant mixed-use community of apartments and artist workspaces. Many of the building’s original features have been retained and restored such as original maple wood plank
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
6,523
Median Age
40
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.1%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$75,691
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$103,228
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.2%
College Graduates
59.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
32.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
16''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
76/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
87/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
68/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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