GNLaFrance
RIP
I like it here in north Dundalk, despite the Essex sewage plant getting a bit intense from time to time.
Moving out of the City, advise on areas
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bkuether
Judge not this race .....
Finally time to leave Canton. I'm looking for places to live. Looked at Severna Park and Arnold but everything there is way overpriced.
Now I'm thinking Marriottsville (hmmmm wonder what is there), Sykesville, Randallstown, Reisterstown, Woodstock.
Looking for a couple acres of land with decent school district. Have to commute to Federal Hill every day.
What say you all?
OK I actually have some expertise in this area.... (Knew that geography degree would come in handy some day!!!!)
To make this decision *correctly* you need to build a matrix of items that are important to you, assign them a weight, and do your research. Moving is a big deal.
Some things to consider:
-Commute / commute experience
-Housing prices and taxes <---- !!!!!!!
-Neighborhood bylaws (think community association)
-Crime rate
-Schools (if you have or plan to have kids)
-Access to other areas of personal interest
-Other social intangibles (people of similar backgrounds, education levels, professions, etc)
A lot of these metrics are available via census, and since we just had one recently, the data is fresh.
We moved out of Perry Hall/White Marsh "townhouse land", not because it was "bad" but because it wasn't "ideal" for our long term plans. The same builder was offering a house further up 95, and one in Carroll County. 100K price differential. We chose Carroll County because it fit our matrix. (The 95 commute scored anything in Baltimore County or further north *out of bounds* for us.....)
To assess a commute you have to do it a couple times. I agree with another poster, Western suburbs of the city is tough, although you do have access to the Metro subway, if that works. Also you may have to give something up. My boat is in Chase MD, a 50 minute ride. But I can't change where the Bay is.... Good luck in your decision.
wilcam47
Ultimate Member
Finally time to leave Canton. I'm looking for places to live. Looked at Severna Park and Arnold but everything there is way overpriced.
Now I'm thinking Marriottsville (hmmmm wonder what is there
Looking for a couple acres of land with decent school district. Have to commute to Federal Hill every day.
What say you all?
When you see the leaving MD sign then start looking
DaemonAssassin
Why should we Free BSD?
If it isn't too far, Frederick County might be a solution.
travistheone
Usual Suspect
Hunt valley/ cockeysville/ monkton plenty of affordable homes out here slightly off the beaten path but near 83
KMK1862
Ultimate Member
What do you consider affordable? I've seen a few houses on Zillow in the area, but not alot. Some of the ones that I've seen need work as well and I'm talking more than a coat of paint :-)
travistheone
Usual Suspect
Under 200
KMK1862
Ultimate Member
Interesting, thanks!
I wouldn't entertain moving from Canton to Reisterstown or Randallstown. At best, you would be moving sideways in terms of crime rate and school system. Worst case, you're moving backwards. Since a good school district is important to you, that criterion alone should rule out those two places.
You can get acreage and a lot more peace and quiet in Marriottsville, Woodstock, and Sykesville. Generally, Sykesville should be the least expensive. Marriottsville will be the most expensive. The important point being that these three towns get you into Howard County, which means much better schools.
If a lower real estate price is critical, looking farther away towards Lisbon and Woodbine should get you significantly lower prices for acreage with plenty of peace and quiet and good schools.
You can get acreage and a lot more peace and quiet in Marriottsville, Woodstock, and Sykesville. Generally, Sykesville should be the least expensive. Marriottsville will be the most expensive. The important point being that these three towns get you into Howard County, which means much better schools.
If a lower real estate price is critical, looking farther away towards Lisbon and Woodbine should get you significantly lower prices for acreage with plenty of peace and quiet and good schools.
kjf45
Active Member
Im right in eldersburg its pretty quiet depending on where you are, and its not really obnoxious in higher traffic areas. You can find some land for a decent price just have to look and you can definitely get away from things. You can go a little further to mt airy as well. Your in carrol county for school district.
The only thing with a commute back into baltimore is you will hit traffic. You have 32, 695, and 70 and then you can branch off them. If you were to hit 695 you will hit traffic both ways and just a little bottlneck right at 70 where 29 comes on heading west. If its raining or an accident on 32 it can get congested easily since its one way both ways once you get off 70. Liberty rd ( 26 ) does run all the way into the city but i have never taken that way so i cant say much. But if its like randalstown all the way down it could be a pain in the ass with a light at every block.
The only thing with a commute back into baltimore is you will hit traffic. You have 32, 695, and 70 and then you can branch off them. If you were to hit 695 you will hit traffic both ways and just a little bottlneck right at 70 where 29 comes on heading west. If its raining or an accident on 32 it can get congested easily since its one way both ways once you get off 70. Liberty rd ( 26 ) does run all the way into the city but i have never taken that way so i cant say much. But if its like randalstown all the way down it could be a pain in the ass with a light at every block.
Hard to beat Perry hall or Nottingham...... Close to Freestate and crime is minimal..... Sucks about the 95 commute thingy though
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Perry Hall/Nottingham; close to Bel Air Rd. for easy access to city, although I don't use it anymore..... go the other way and I'm in the Gunpowder SP in 5 mins. Close to I-95 when I want it, malls and shopping, low crime, big yard. I like it while I wait for the retirement move to PA
MontaniSemperLiberi
MD Survivor
When you're driving White Marsh to McLean and back, we can talk... I thought I finally found a decent contract in Aberdeen, ended up back in McLean.
Ganegrei
Comblock Convert
There is a Federal Hill in Baltimore?
In any case, my advice stands. Russett and Odenton both have easy access to 295. It goes right into Bmore and avoids 95.
When you're driving White Marsh to McLean and back, we can talk... I thought I finally found a decent contract in Aberdeen, ended up back in McLean.
Been there, done that. Commuted from Perry Hall to Fairfax, VA. Then my insanity cleared and I got a job locally.......MontaniSemperLiberi
MD Survivor
I moved to MD from WV for the purpose of getting married, my insanity is too well embedded. True story!
Chiaroscuro
Far from the Usual
Might check Glen Arm if you want a couple acres. Not sure how the prices run but I've seen a handful of places up for sale here and there. Actually I know of one around the corner from us that is going to be going into foreclosure, 3 acres I believe, decent house, probably needs some work, in ground pool, backs up to farm land, shares the driveway with 2 other neighbors, but is still fairly private.
DeadeyeJack
Supporter of Freedom
The Crofton area is a good location. It is central to DC, Baltimore, and Annapolis. Crofton (not crofton meadows) is a giant circle with a golf course in the center.
http://www.cbmove.com/property/details/785088/MLS-AA7879922/1734-Whitfield-Court-Crofton-MD-21114.aspx?SearchID=5875114&RowNum=3&StateID=26&RegionID=0&IsRegularPS=True&IsSold=False affordable and ready to move in.
http://www.cbmove.com/property/details/785088/MLS-AA7879922/1734-Whitfield-Court-Crofton-MD-21114.aspx?SearchID=5875114&RowNum=3&StateID=26&RegionID=0&IsRegularPS=True&IsSold=False affordable and ready to move in.
ColonelHurtz
A pile of little arms.
- Nov 13, 2008
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why exactly? I am not familiar with either area. Feel free to PM if needed
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