About the neighborhood

Edgewater offers a peaceful neighborhood atmosphere with numerous well-placed green spaces such as South River Park and Londontown House and Gardens Park nearby. The predominance of single detached homes, many with three or more bedrooms, reflects a charming mix of mid-century and later architecture that adds character to the area. Accessibility to primary schools and local grocery stores is convenient from most residences, supporting everyday necessities. The community’s layout provides ample parking options and a calm setting, making it an inviting location. Several bus lines are also available within easy reach, complementing transportation options in this quiet and spacious area.

Characteristics

Transportation

The favored method to navigate this part of the Greater Baltimore metropolitan area is often a car. It is very convenient to park. On the other hand, commuting by transit can be challenging in this part of the Greater Baltimore metropolitan area due to the low service level. Nonetheless, house owners benefit from a few bus lines, and the nearest bus stop is generally very close by. Edgewater is not particularly convenient for those who get around as pedestrians as few common errands can be run without a car. Edgewater is also not very cycling-friendly because the bicycling network is rather limited, and there are a good number of hills.

Services

Residents will welcome the proximity to primary schools, which are within a short distance from most homes for sale in Edgewater. However, property buyers may consider it challenging to get to high schools as pedestrians. Residents have the choice between public and private schools at both the elementary and secondary school level. With regards to food, a supermarket is typically reachable within a rather short pedestrian trip from any home in this community. In addition, those who like to dine in restaurants will have a fair number of choices, and there are also a few cafes in Edgewater.

Character

There is a wide variety of green spaces in Edgewater. There are approximately 10 public green spaces close by for residents to check out, such as Loch Haven Park and Central Av Park, and they are very well-spread out, resulting in them being easy to reach from a large number of locations within the community. As there are very few pedestrians, this part of the Greater Baltimore metropolitan area remains relatively serene.

Car friendly7.4

Good access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a low chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly3.6

Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.2

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly2.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants5.4

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries7.2

Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance