The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 21217 sells for about $228,000, or $164 per square foot.
Prices are down 7.6% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 109 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,432 a month.
ZIP 21217 — Baltimore
The 21217 housing market is currently a buyer's market characterized by low price points and high vacancy rates. While some neighborhoods like Reservoir Hill show signs of activity, the overall ZIP code faces significant year-over-year price declines and long days on market. Data for months of supply and price cut percentages were not available at the ZIP level.
This ZIP is primarily suited for investors and budget-conscious buyers looking for urban revitalization opportunities, as well as renters seeking proximity to downtown and major parks.
Median prices moved down 7.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 109 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.7% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 12.0% · poverty 28.0% — elevated distress and economic pressure.
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 0.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 21217
Public schools in the area generally receive low performance ratings, reflecting broader challenges within the Baltimore City Public Schools system.
The area is subject to standard urban environmental risks; specific flood or wildfire hazard data for this ZIP is not determinable.
Development momentum is driven by urban revitalization efforts in neighborhoods like Reservoir Hill, though large-scale corporate infrastructure projects are not currently concentrated within this ZIP.
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 proximity to downtown Baltimore, with residents relying on local bus transit and major arterial roads like Reisterstown Road for access to the employment core.
The area is anchored by Druid Hill Park, which provides extensive green space, trails, and recreational facilities, alongside proximity to the Maryland Zoo.
The rental market is characterized by high vacancy pressure and a mix of long-term rentals and investor-owned properties, with rents remaining relatively stable.
The local economy is heavily influenced by the broader Baltimore metro area, with major sectors including healthcare, education, and government services.
The area is served by the Baltimore City transit network, including bus lines and proximity to major highway corridors.
Development is focused on small-scale residential rehabilitation and adaptive reuse of existing structures.
Parcels are subject to Baltimore City municipal taxes; no special utility or hospital districts are reported.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by urban risk factors and the age of the housing stock.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and ZIP-Codes.com.
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 Jessup4.513.7 mi
- Dave & Buster's Hanover - Arundel411.2 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.113.7 mi
- Dave & Buster's4.210.2 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.310.7 mi
- CFG Bank Arena4.11.5 mi
- M&T Bank Stadium4.72 mi
- Merriweather Post Pavilion4.513.9 mi
- Camden Yards4.81.6 mi
- Oriole Park at Camden Yards4.71.7 mi
- National Aquarium4.62 mi
- Oriole Park at Camden Yards4.71.7 mi
- The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore4.41.4 mi
- Cinemark Egyptian 24 and XD4.411.1 mi
- Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament4.611.5 mi
- National Aquarium4.62 mi
- Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine4.84.1 mi
- National Cryptologic Museum4.715.1 mi
- Baltimore Museum of Art4.81.7 mi
- The Walters Art Museum4.81.2 mi
- Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine4.84.1 mi
- Blandair Regional Park West Playground4.712.6 mi
- Centennial Park4.712.8 mi
- Rocky Point Park and Beach4.312.8 mi
- Patapsco Valley State Park - Hollofield Area4.68.1 mi
- Sparrows Point Country Club4.59.2 mi
- Port Covington Marina4.73.3 mi
- Anchorage Marina4.53.4 mi
- Dundee Creek Marina4.715.1 mi
- Baltimore Yacht Club4.712.9 mi
- Topgolf Baltimore3.82.2 mi
- Diamond Ridge Golf Course4.37.7 mi
- Pine Ridge Golf Course4.310.1 mi
- The Timbers At Troy3.410.1 mi
- Fox Hollow Golf Course4.310.9 mi
- Arundel Mills4.411.5 mi
- Towson Town Center4.47.1 mi
- White Marsh Mall4.310.2 mi
- H Mart Ellicott City4.59.8 mi
- Mondawmin Mall3.91.3 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A massive urban park featuring trails, sports fields, and the Maryland Zoo.
A major regional zoo located within the boundaries of Druid Hill Park.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 117.1% from the nearest retained anchor (prior refresh cycle) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict.