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A GREAT PLACE TO CALL HOME
Baltimore County has it all:
over 200 miles of shoreline for swimming, kayaking and fishing.
Proximity to the cultural attractions and dining scene of Baltimore City. Pristine, gorgeous farmland. Small towns with bustling Main Streets.
More than 800,000 people live in
our culturally, economically and geographically diverse communities. Take a look at what makes each of them unique — as you read through the pages that follow, you just might discover the right place for you.
The county seat of Towson has changed rapidly over the past decade, with
new developments transforming the downtown into a bustling business, entertainment and residential hub. Students from Goucher College and Towson University add to the area’s diversity and cultural vibrancy, while mixed-use developments like the emerging Towson Row put dining and shopping options in walking distance. Spend your downtime exploring the beautiful grounds at Hampton National Historic site or stop by the Kenilworth Farmers Market for fresh produce.
If you’re looking for quiet communities with spacious yards that still put you close to the city, consider Lutherville, Timonium or Cockeysville. These towns have a true suburban feel, but proximity to busy York Road means you still have plenty of shopping and dining options at your disposal. Baltimore City
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is a quick and easy drive down I-83
from here. For family fun, visit the Fire Museum of Maryland in Lutherville, or stop by one of the year-round events and exhibitions held at the Maryland State Fairgrounds in Timonium.
Further west, but also to the north
of the Baltimore Beltway (I-695), are Randallstown and Pikesville. Both offer plenty of shopping and dining, and Pikesville in particular is well known for its culturally diverse culinary offerings. As a major center of local Jewish life, the area boasts several Jewish delis
and bakeries. The two communities are connected by Liberty Road, where quiet residential areas sit side by side with bustling commercial life.
North of Pikesville and Randallstown is Owings Mills, whose transit- oriented Metro Centre has attracted plenty of new residents to the area.
Nearby Reisterstown maintains a more laidback vibe, with a historic business district that dates to the 1750s.
In the far north of the county, communities like Hunt Valley, Sparks, Phoenix, Monkton and Hereford are traditionally considered Maryland’s horse country. The rolling hills that surround these small towns are perfect for bikers, hikers and runners. Family- fun outdoor activities abound here, including up-close animal encounters at the Oregon Ridge Nature Center or the Center for Maryland Agriculture & Farm Park.
Ruxton, Brooklandville and Stevenson are closer to Towson
than they are to Baltimore County’s northern communities, but they share some of the same rural flavor, spread as they are across the Greenspring Valley. Stevenson University’s original
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