21209 scores 13.2 out of 20 on the EPA National Walkability Index (above average walkable). There are no supermarkets within a mile of the center of the ZIP, so most people drive to shop.

How far is the nearest Metro station from 21209?

The closest Metro station to the center of 21209 is Greenbelt, about 28.1 miles away in a straight line.

How much does it cost to live in 21209?

In 21209, median rent is $1,587 a month and the median home value is $393,600, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2022 5-year estimates.

How much crime is reported in 21209?

Police reported 430 incidents in the covered part of 21209 between 2025-10-21 and 2026-10-20: 20 violent and 228 property crimes. The Safety tab maps where they happened.

How much does it cost to move to Baltimore, MD 21209?

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 21209

21209 takes in Mount Washington, a hillside neighborhood with a small village center along the Jones Falls, plus Cheswolde and Bare Hills toward Pikesville. Victorian homes and wood-frame houses on steep, winding streets sit next to apartment and condo buildings, so driveway access and long walks to the truck come up often. The Light Rail stops at Mount Washington and Falls Road.

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Baltimore, MD 21209 at a glance.

ZIP 21209, Baltimore city. Tap a card for the details.

Safety430incidentsreported in part of this ZIP in a yearSee the map
Walkability13.2Above average walkableEPA index, out of 20See the map
GroceryTrader Joe'sover 2 miWhole Foods1.1 miMOM's Organicover 2 miSee the map
RestaurantsComing soonSee the list
CafesComing soonSee the list
Schools130schoolswithin 5 miles · 82 public, 48 privateSee the list
Climate & AirComing soonSee the weather
People29,960residentsmedian household income $89,398See the data

Reported crime around 21209.

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

430 incidents in part of 21209, 2025-10-21 to 2026-10-20

Violent
Property
Other

Showing 128 incidents.

Source: Baltimore Police Department · covers about 44% of the ZIP; the rest is policed by departments that don't publish incident locations

Violent crimes

last 12 months, covered part of this ZIP

Property crimes

228

last 12 months, covered part of this ZIP

All reported

430

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 21209.

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

4 grocery stores and 0 Metro stations within 2 miles of 21209

Grocery store
Metro station

Nearest grocery stores

Whole Foods Market1330 Smith Ave, Baltimore1.1 mi
Safeway2801 Smith Ave, Baltimore1.1 mi
The Fresh Market2510 Quarry Lake Dr, Baltimore1.3 mi
Falls Road Shell5501 Falls Rd, Baltimore1.4 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 21209. Store icons are each chain's own website icon. Updated 2026-10-26.

Grocery stores within 1 mile

You'll likely drive to shop

Nearest: Whole Foods Market, 1.1 mi

Nearest Metro station

28.1 mi

A short drive or bus ride

Greenbelt

EPA Walkability Index

13.2 / 20

Above average walkable

Average of 15 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 21209.

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 21209.

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

82 / 48

Closest schools

Summit Park Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
0.7 mi
Wellwood International School
public · middle · grades PK–07
1.1 mi
The Mount Washington School
public · middle · grades PK–08
1.1 mi
BALTIMORE TORAH SCHOOL
private · high
1.3 mi
Pikesville High
public · high · grades 09–12
1.4 mi
CHEDER D'KAHAL CHASSIDIM
private · elementary
1.4 mi
YESHIVAT MEKOR CHAIM
private · high
1.4 mi
Arlington Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
1.6 mi
Pimlico Elementary/Middle
public charter · middle · grades PK–08
1.7 mi
Cross Country Elementary/Middle
public · middle · grades PK–08
1.7 mi
Frederick Douglass High
public · high · grades 09–12
1.7 mi
Pikesville Middle
public · middle · grades 06–08
1.8 mi

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

Weather and air in Baltimore.

Air quality

58 AQI

Moderate

Current reading

PM2.5

9.7 µg/m³

Over the EPA standard

EPA annual standard: 9 µg/m³

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Weather and air quality from Open-Meteo.

Who lives in 21209.

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

Population

29,960

Suburban

Median age

35.3

Mostly young

U.S. average 38.9

Household income

$89,398

Middle incomes

U.S. average $74,580

Home value

$393,600

Established market

U.S. average $281,900

Rent

$1,587/mo

City-level rents

U.S. average $1,402/mo

Own their home

57.3%

Mostly homeowners

U.S. average 64.7%

Bachelor's or higher

61.2%

Well educated

U.S. average 35.4%

Commute

26.1 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 21209: 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 21209 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 21209, from the same public data as the report above.

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21209 scores 13.2 out of 20 on the EPA National Walkability Index (above average walkable). There are no supermarkets within a mile of the center of the ZIP, so most people drive to shop.