21205 scores 14.7 out of 20 on the EPA National Walkability Index (above average walkable). There are 2 supermarkets within a mile of the center of the ZIP; the closest is Save-A-Lot, about 0.5 miles away.

How far is the nearest Metro station from 21205?

The closest Metro station to the center of 21205 is Greenbelt, about 27.4 miles away in a straight line.

How much does it cost to live in 21205?

In 21205, median rent is $1,024 a month and the median home value is $67,500, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2022 5-year estimates.

How much crime is reported in 21205?

Police reported 2,297 incidents in 21205 between 2025-10-21 and 2026-10-20: 393 violent and 1,121 property crimes. The Safety tab maps where they happened.

How much does it cost to move to Baltimore, MD 21205?

Red Cat's local flat rates start at $240 for a 1-bedroom apartment and $780 for a 2-bedroom house. The price is set before moving day and doesn't change if the move takes longer. No deposit.

Moving to Baltimore, MD 21205

East Baltimore's 21205 sits just north and east of the Johns Hopkins Hospital campus, covering Ellwood Park, Madison-Eastend and the newer Eager Park area. Two-story brick rowhouses with marble steps line most blocks, and narrow streets often call for a parking permit or a reserved spot for a truck. The Johns Hopkins Hospital stop on the Metro SubwayLink is a short ride or walk away.

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Baltimore, MD 21205 at a glance.

ZIP 21205, Baltimore city. Tap a card for the details.

Safety2,297incidentsreported in this ZIP in a yearSee the map
Walkability14.7Above average walkableEPA index, out of 20See the map
GroceryTrader Joe'sover 2 miWhole Foodsover 2 miMOM's Organicover 2 miSee the map
RestaurantsComing soonSee the list
CafesComing soonSee the list
Schools176schoolswithin 5 miles · 137 public, 39 privateSee the list
Climate & AirComing soonSee the weather
People14,684residentsmedian household income $38,211See the data

Reported crime around 21205.

Reported incidents from police data. A map shows where they happened; numbers alone can't tell one block from the next.

2,297 incidents in 21205, 2025-10-21 to 2026-10-20

ViolentAbove average
PropertyAbove average
Other

Showing 587 incidents.

Source: Baltimore Police Department

Violent crimes

393

Above the U.S. rate

26.8 per 1,000 residents a year · U.S. 3.6

Property crimes

1,121

Above the U.S. rate

76.3 per 1,000 residents a year · U.S. 19.2

All reported

2,297

2025-10-21 to 2026-10-20

Same police data as the map. Violent and property follow the FBI's categories (simple assault, vandalism and fraud count as other). U.S. rates: FBI, Crime in the Nation 2023. ZIPs with shops or offices count incidents against residents only, so their rates read higher.

Life without a car around 21205.

Grocery stores and Metro stations near Baltimore, MD. Pick a store to see only that chain.

7 grocery stores and 0 Metro stations within 2 miles of 21205

Grocery store
Metro station

Nearest grocery stores

Save-A-Lot4001 Erdman Ave, Baltimore0.5 mi
Save A Lot2509 E Monument St, Baltimore0.8 mi
Aldi Inc3250 E Fayette St, Baltimore1 mi
Hazlo International Foods3800 E Lombard St, Baltimore1.3 mi
Mercado Cinco De Mayo417 S Highland Ave, Baltimore1.6 mi
The Market at Highlandtown3801 Eastern Ave, Baltimore1.6 mi

Nearest Metro stations

No Metro stations within 2 miles.

Source: USDA SNAP Retailer Locator and WMATA via DC GIS · supermarkets that accept SNAP; distances are straight-line from the center of 21205. Store icons are each chain's own website icon. Updated 2026-10-26.

Grocery stores within 1 mile

One or two nearby

Nearest: Save-A-Lot, 0.5 mi

Nearest Metro station

27.4 mi

A short drive or bus ride

Greenbelt

EPA Walkability Index

14.7 / 20

Above average walkable

Average of 36 Census block groups within about half a mile

The EPA National Walkability Index scores every U.S. neighborhood from 1 to 20 on connected streets, nearby transit and the mix of shops, jobs and homes: above 15 is among the most walkable places in the country, below 6 usually means driving for most errands.

The most popular places to eat near 21205.

The busiest restaurants within about a mile and a half of Baltimore, by number of Google reviews. "Must visit" means 4.6 stars or better from 1,000+ reviews.

Restaurants for this neighborhood are being refreshed. Check back in a day or two.

The most popular coffee near 21205.

The busiest cafes and coffee shops within about a mile and a half of Baltimore, by number of Google reviews. "Must visit" means 4.6 stars or better from 500+ reviews.

Cafes for this neighborhood are being refreshed. Check back in a day or two.

Schools within 5 miles.

Public and private schools from the U.S. Department of Education, closest first.

Elementary

Middle

High

Public / private

137 / 39

Closest schools

Tench Tilghman Elementary/Middle
public · middle · grades PK–08
0.4 mi
William Paca Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
0.4 mi
Elmer A. Henderson: A Johns Hopkins Partnership
public · middle · grades PK–08
0.4 mi
Fort Worthington Elementary/Middle
public · middle · grades KG–08
0.5 mi
Lakewood Elementary
public · other · grades PK–KG
0.5 mi
Patterson Park Public Charter School
public charter · middle · grades PK–08
0.6 mi
Collington Square Elementary/Middle
public · middle · grades PK–08
0.6 mi
THE H.O.P.E. ACADEMY BALTIMORE, INC.
private · elementary
0.8 mi
Highlandtown Elementary/Middle #215
public · middle · grades PK–08
0.9 mi
National Academy Foundation
public · high · grades 06–12
1.0 mi
Lillie May Carroll Jackson School
public charter · middle · grades 05–08
1.0 mi
Wolfe Street Academy
public charter · elementary · grades PK–05
1.0 mi

Source: NCES Common Core of Data and Private School Survey.

Weather and air in Baltimore.

Air quality

51 AQI

Moderate

Current reading

PM2.5

8.3 µg/m³

Under the EPA standard

EPA annual standard: 9 µg/m³

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Weather and air quality from Open-Meteo.

Who lives in 21205.

U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-year estimates.

Population

14,684

Small-town feel

Median age

32.8

Mostly young

U.S. average 38.9

Household income

$38,211

Modest incomes

U.S. average $74,580

Home value

$67,500

Great value

U.S. average $281,900

Rent

$1,024/mo

Good value

U.S. average $1,402/mo

Own their home

34.8%

Mostly renters

U.S. average 64.7%

Bachelor's or higher

14.6%

Varied backgrounds

U.S. average 35.4%

Commute

31.7 min

Typical commute

U.S. average 26.4 min

How Baltimore city voted

Presidential elections, share of all votes cast in the county.

2024Latest
Harris
84.6%
Trump
12.1%
Other
3.3%
Nationwide: Harris 48.3%, Trump 49.8%
2020
Biden
87.3%
Trump
10.7%
Other
2.0%
Nationwide: Biden 51.3%, Trump 46.8%
2016
Clinton
84.7%
Trump
10.5%
Other
4.8%
Nationwide: Clinton 48.2%, Trump 46.1%

Source: MIT Election Data and Science Lab, County Presidential Election Returns 2000-2024. County-wide results, not this ZIP alone.

Moving to Baltimore 21205: what to know.

Baltimore rowhouse blocks are narrow, and curb space goes fast. Plan where the truck will stop, and ask neighbors to leave room on moving day if your block allows it.
Rowhouse stairs are steep and turns are tight, so big pieces sometimes come apart to fit. Tell us what's going up or down when you book.
Apartment and condo buildings usually ask for a certificate of insurance and a reserved freight elevator or loading dock time. Ask your building early, for both the old place and the new one.

Local moves in 21205 start at $240 for a 1-bedroom apartment and $780 for a 2-bedroom house. One flat rate, no deposit.

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Straight answers about 21205, from the same public data as the report above.

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21205 scores 14.7 out of 20 on the EPA National Walkability Index (above average walkable). There are 2 supermarkets within a mile of the center of the ZIP; the closest is Save-A-Lot, about 0.5 miles away.