The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 21209 sells for about $460,000, or $215 per square foot.
Prices are down 18.5% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 29 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,796 a month.
ZIP 21209 — Baltimore
The 21209 housing market is currently experiencing a buyer's market with a median sale price of $460,000. Year-over-year price trends show a decline, and inventory remains steady, reflecting a cooling period compared to previous years. Some data points, such as months of supply and specific tax history, were not available at the ZIP level and are omitted.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and commuters seeking established suburban neighborhoods with convenient access to Baltimore's employment centers.
Median prices moved down 18.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 29 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.1% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.5% · poverty 5.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 21209, Baltimore County MD
The area is served by Baltimore County Public Schools, generally characterized by stable performance and diverse educational offerings.
The area maintains a mix of residential and business activity with established infrastructure in northern Baltimore County.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Maryland) — Maryland Real Property Assessment and Taxation: Property is assessed at its phased-in use value. The tax is calculated by multiplying the assessed value by the applicable state and local tax rates.
The ZIP offers convenient access to the Baltimore Beltway (I-695) and major corridors like Falls Road, facilitating commutes into Baltimore City and surrounding employment hubs.
Residents have access to local parks and green spaces, with proximity to shopping and dining districts along the Falls Road and Reisterstown Road corridors.
The rental market shows moderate depth with a renter share of approximately 42.5% and a median rent of $1,796.
The local economy is supported by a mix of professional services, healthcare, and retail sectors typical of the northern Baltimore suburbs.
The area is served by major highway arteries including I-695 and I-83, providing primary transit routes for the region.
Development is primarily focused on infill and residential maintenance within the established suburban footprint.
The Baltimore County Office of Budget and Finance manages property assessments and tax billing for the jurisdiction.
Parcels are subject to Baltimore County property tax levies and standard municipal service districts.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
- K1 Speed Jessup4.516.6 mi
- Dave & Buster's Hanover - Arundel414.9 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.116 mi
- Dave & Buster's4.210.8 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.315.4 mi
- CFG Bank Arena4.16.3 mi
- M&T Bank Stadium4.76.9 mi
- Merriweather Post Pavilion4.515.2 mi
- Camden Yards4.86.5 mi
- Oriole Park at Camden Yards4.76.6 mi
- National Aquarium4.66.8 mi
- Oriole Park at Camden Yards4.76.6 mi
- The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore4.43.5 mi
- Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine4.88.8 mi
- The Walters Art Museum4.85.9 mi
- National Aquarium4.66.8 mi
- Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine4.88.8 mi
- Baltimore Museum of Art4.84.1 mi
- National Cryptologic Museum4.718.5 mi
- The Walters Art Museum4.85.9 mi
- Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine4.88.8 mi
- Patapsco Valley State Park - Hollofield Area4.68.1 mi
- Patapsco Valley State Park - Avalon Area4.610.6 mi
- Cascade Falls Trailhead4.79.9 mi
- Sherwood Gardens4.83.6 mi
- Sparrows Point Country Club4.513.1 mi
- Port Covington Marina4.78.2 mi
- Anchorage Marina4.57.8 mi
- Dundee Creek Marina4.716.7 mi
- Baltimore Yacht Club4.715.7 mi
- Topgolf Baltimore3.87.1 mi
- Pine Ridge Golf Course4.37 mi
- Diamond Ridge Golf Course4.36.4 mi
- Waverly Woods Golf Club4.412.6 mi
- The Timbers At Troy3.412.8 mi
- Towson Town Center4.44.4 mi
- White Marsh Mall4.310.8 mi
- H Mart Ellicott City4.510 mi
- Mondawmin Mall3.93.8 mi
- Lexington Market3.96.1 mi
- Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport4.313.4 mi
- The Club BWI3.913.2 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A historic district featuring local shops and restaurants.
A large nature park offering trails and water access.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2024) (within 12.5%).