21217 scores 14.5 out of 20 on the EPA National Walkability Index (above average walkable). There are 4 supermarkets within a mile of the center of the ZIP; the closest is Aldi, about 0.3 miles away.

How far is the nearest Metro station from 21217?

The closest Metro station to the center of 21217 is Greenbelt, about 24.9 miles away in a straight line.

How much does it cost to live in 21217?

In 21217, median rent is $1,051 a month and the median home value is $163,400, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2022 5-year estimates.

How much crime is reported in 21217?

Police reported 3,769 incidents in 21217 between 2025-10-21 and 2026-10-20: 758 violent and 1,415 property crimes. The Safety tab maps where they happened.

How much does it cost to move to Baltimore, MD 21217?

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 21217

Bolton Hill, Reservoir Hill, Druid Heights, Upton and Sandtown-Winchester all fall within 21217, just northwest of downtown. Tall nineteenth-century brick townhouses with marble steps line many blocks, and moving furniture up those stoops and long interior staircases takes planning. Penn-North and Upton are on the Metro SubwayLink, the Light Rail serves North Avenue, and Druid Hill Park borders the ZIP to the north.

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Baltimore, MD 21217 at a glance.

ZIP 21217, Baltimore city. Tap a card for the details.

Safety3,769incidentsreported in this ZIP in a yearSee the map
Walkability14.5Above 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
Schools185schoolswithin 5 miles · 134 public, 51 privateSee the list
Climate & AirComing soonSee the weather
People31,634residentsmedian household income $36,665See the data

Reported crime around 21217.

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

3,769 incidents in 21217, 2025-10-21 to 2026-10-20

ViolentAbove average
PropertyAbove average
Other

Showing 1,004 incidents.

Source: Baltimore Police Department

Violent crimes

758

Above the U.S. rate

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

Property crimes

1,415

Above the U.S. rate

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

All reported

3,769

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 21217.

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

12 grocery stores and 0 Metro stations within 2 miles of 21217

Grocery store
Metro station

Nearest grocery stores

Aldi1503 N Bluff St, Fulton0.3 mi
Save-A-Lot234 Mcmechen St, Baltimore0.7 mi
Save A Lot1101 Pennsylvania Ave, Baltimore0.8 mi
Shoppers Food Warehouse2000 Gwynns Falls Pkwy, Baltimore1 mi
Save A Lot2008 Maryland Ave, Baltimore1.3 mi
Superfresh Supermarket1205 W Pratt St, 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 21217. Store icons are each chain's own website icon. Updated 2026-10-26.

Grocery stores within 1 mile

Plenty within walking distance

Nearest: Aldi, 0.3 mi

Nearest Metro station

24.9 mi

A short drive or bus ride

Greenbelt

EPA Walkability Index

14.5 / 20

Above average walkable

Average of 42 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 21217.

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 21217.

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

134 / 51

Closest schools

Sandtown-Winchester Achievement Academy
public · middle · grades PK–08
0.1 mi
New Song Academy
public charter · middle · grades PK–08
0.2 mi
ISLAMIC COMMUNITY SCHOOL
private · other
0.2 mi
Dorothy I. Height Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
0.5 mi
Matthew A. Henson Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
0.6 mi
Harlem Park Elementary/Middle
public · middle · grades PK–08
0.6 mi
Booker T. Washington Middle
public · middle · grades 06–08
0.6 mi
Renaissance Academy
public · high · grades 09–12
0.6 mi
Augusta Fells Savage Institute of Visual Arts
public · high · grades 09–12
0.7 mi
Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy
public charter · elementary · grades PK–05
0.7 mi
Carver Vocational-Technical High
public · high · grades 09–12
0.7 mi
Mount Royal Elementary/Middle
public · middle · grades PK–08
0.8 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 21217.

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

Population

31,634

Suburban

Median age

39.9

A mix of ages

U.S. average 38.9

Household income

$36,665

Modest incomes

U.S. average $74,580

Home value

$163,400

Great value

U.S. average $281,900

Rent

$1,051/mo

Good value

U.S. average $1,402/mo

Own their home

31.6%

Mostly renters

U.S. average 64.7%

Bachelor's or higher

21.4%

Varied backgrounds

U.S. average 35.4%

Commute

34.4 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 21217: 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 21217 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 21217, from the same public data as the report above.

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21217 scores 14.5 out of 20 on the EPA National Walkability Index (above average walkable). There are 4 supermarkets within a mile of the center of the ZIP; the closest is Aldi, about 0.3 miles away.