Section Image

Rosemont

Rosemont

Neighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland

Baltimore City 21216

Neighborhood Reviews
3.5
$110,229 Average Value
$63 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

The revitalization of Rosemont

Rosemont is a small community of row houses pressed up against the expansive greenery of Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park in West Baltimore. Like many other parts of the city, it is seeing a surge in popularity with new residents looking to get the most for their money. “It’s up and coming, a lot of new construction and renovations happening there,” says Realtor Rasheed Oridedi with Keller Williams, a lifelong resident of Baltimore. “It’s a lot of smaller row houses, so street parking is most common. But there are some houses that have backyards where people can park in driveways.” The neighborhood is most popular for its convenience to public transit, affording residents quick access to downtown Baltimore and a reasonable commute to Washington, D.C. Despite a CAP Index homicide score of 10 out of 10, higher than the national average of 4, Rosemont’s overall score sits at a 5 out of 10, and the neighborhood continues to attract investment from the city and from young first-time homeowners, contributing to the revitalization of its community.

Sunlight shines on the Daylight style rowhomes in Rosemont.
Sunlight shines on the Daylight style rowhomes in Rosemont.
Living in Rosemont offers residents an urban suburban mix.
Living in Rosemont offers residents an urban suburban mix.
1/2

Getting around in West Baltimore

Rosemont is situated between two major thoroughfares. North Avenue sits to the neighborhood’s north, which is connected to the southern Pulaski Highway by Hilton Parkway. The CityLink Gold bus line runs east along North Avenue from Rosemont to The Shops at Canton Crossing in just under an hour. “The location isn’t bad in terms of being able to get around the whole city,” Oridedi says. “The West Baltimore train station is about a 5-minute drive.” Residents can catch the Marc Orange Line at West Baltimore station and arrive at Baltimore Washington International Airport in 35 minutes.

Home to roost in Rosemont

Traditional Baltimore row houses make up most of the housing stock in Rosemont. Prospective buyers can select red brick homes with neat rows of windows on front facades or opt for units that feature roofed front porches and curved bay windows. “A good portion of the houses in the area were built around the 1930s,” Oridedi says. “As opposed to some other parts of the city, where they’ve knocked down houses for apartment complexes, there’s a big focus on renovations of the vacants.” Prices start at around $100,000 and climb as high as $185,000 depending on number of bedrooms and condition of the property. There are also duplexes available on the north end of the neighborhood, with prices starting at around $167,000 and rising to $230,000.

Red brick rowhomes featuring flat facades offer an affordable option for living in Rosemont.
Red brick rowhomes featuring flat facades offer an affordable option for living in Rosemont.
You can find unique rowhomes with Bay windows  in Rosemont.
You can find unique rowhomes with Bay windows in Rosemont.
1/2

Between Mondawmin and Mr. Bobby’s Chicken

Residents can shop for groceries at the Save A Lot in Walbrook Junction Shopping Center, where they will also find takeaway restaurants and a convenience store for daily necessities. Mondawmin Mall is just 1.5 miles across North Avenue and is home to over 100 retailers and a Shoppers supermarket. Casual eateries can be found throughout the mall and the shopping center, although locals head one mile south to Mr. Bobby’s Chicken and Crazy Down Home Chicken and Seafood on Edmonson Avenue for home-cooked soul food.

Mondawmin Mall is less than 2 miles away from Rosemont.
Mondawmin Mall is less than 2 miles away from Rosemont.
Bobbys Chicken is a black owned and operated carryout in Rosemont, Baltimore.
Bobbys Chicken is a black owned and operated carryout in Rosemont, Baltimore.
From fried chicken to fried fish Crazy Downhome Chicken and Seafood offers a wide menu.
From fried chicken to fried fish Crazy Downhome Chicken and Seafood offers a wide menu.
1/3

Education options in West Baltimore

Children in Rosemont are zoned to attend Belmont Elementary School, which scores a C-minus from Niche and offers several afterschool programs, including robotics and a civic engagement club. They then proceed to Katherine Johnson Global Academy, which serves grades 3 through 8 and is a gifted and advanced learning site. Students may then apply to their choice of the city’s high schools. Edmondson-Westside High is the closest and is also rated C-minus. The Edmondson-Westside Red Storm basketball team recently won back-to-back state championships.

Rosemont is home to the Belmont Elementary School.
Rosemont is home to the Belmont Elementary School.
Edmondson-Westside High School serves over 850 students in ninth through twelfth grades
Edmondson-Westside High School serves over 850 students in ninth through twelfth grades
1/2

Among the trees of Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park

Rosemont residents enjoy easy access to the many miles of trails in Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park. This green space is among the largest woodland city parks in the country, with trails winding along the path of the Gwynns Falls and the Dead Run. Throughout the park, there are several picnic shelters and playgrounds, along with the Carrie Murray Nature Center, where local children can explore the reptile exhibit and learn about the surrounding natural landscape. Leon Day Park is within walking distance of Rosemont and features basketball courts, a baseball diamond, and an athletic field. And directly in the community’s center, Alexander Odum Park offers a small playground and a pair of public basketball courts.

Pick a trail to explore with a friend at Gwynn Falls Leakin Park.
Pick a trail to explore with a friend at Gwynn Falls Leakin Park.
Rosemont is situated around Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park and offers locals an escape from the city.
Rosemont is situated around Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park and offers locals an escape from the city.
1/2

A quick trip from shopping, concerts and more in the Inner Harbor

While Rosemont is in a relatively quiet western corner of the city, it is roughly 5 miles from Baltimore’s famous Inner Harbor. This downtown area attracts flocks of tourists and locals who mingle on Pratt Street to shop at Lockwood Place and enjoy concerts at Pier Six Pavillion and Power Plant Live. The Harbor is also home to the Maryland Science Center, where folks can watch some of the summer’s biggest blockbusters on one of the largest IMAX movie screens in the country.

Hugh Taylor
Written By
Hugh Taylor
Jesse Son
Photography Contributed By
Jesse Son
Everett Hall-McNeill
Video By
Everett Hall-McNeill

Agents Specializing in this Area

See All Agents

Schools

Source:
GreatSchools: The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process. View GreatSchools Rating Methodology

Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to Floretta Davis, an experienced agent in this neighborhood.

Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall

22 min drive

Bus

Bloomingdale Rd & Rosedale St Sb

Bus

Bloomingdale Rd & Presstman St Sb

Bus

North Ave & Bloomingdale Rd Eb

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 2 Reviews
4.0 Niche User
1/19/2015 Niche Review
I think it's pretty good around here. Nothing fantastic nevertheless.
Are you familiar with the Rosemont neighborhood? to let others know what life in this neighborhood is like.

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Rosemont US
Homicide 9 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 7 4
Robbery 7 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$86,250
Median Single Family Price
$185,000
Median Townhouse Price
$86,250
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$63
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
38
Months of Supply
0.90
Median List Price
$90,200
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
833
Median Year Built
1930

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to Floretta Davis, an experienced agent in this neighborhood.

Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
2,570
Median Age
36
Population Density
24 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$32,903
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$45,124

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
81.9%
College Graduates
7%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5%
% Population in Labor Force
56.3%
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

Bikeable

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

65 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

62 / 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.

Nearby Neighborhoods

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
NEIGHBORHOOD
Rosemont