Housing Options and Neighborhoods

Much of Baltimore’s charm comes from its variety of neighborhoods, each with its own distinct personality. From the kitschy, artistic spirit of Hampden to the historic cobblestone streets of Fell’s Point, Baltimore is a patchwork of strong character and even stronger communities.

Whether you prefer the hustle and bustle of city life or the peace and quiet of suburbia, you’re bound to find your fit in Baltimore or its surrounding areas.

Moving to Baltimore

Many attractive and affordable places to live are within easy commuting distance of Johns Hopkins Hospital and Bayview Medical Center. Whether you’re looking to buy or rent a place in one of Baltimore’s 225+ neighborhoods, be sure to take advantage of the resources and incentives available to Johns Hopkins students. 

Live Baltimore and Baltimore City offer several additional incentives designed to reduce the cost of purchasing a home. Discover more cost-saving benefits.

Finances

• Want to live near your work? The Johns Hopkins Live Near Your Work program offers grants of up to $17,000 toward a downpayment and closing costs associated with buying a house in designated city neighborhoods. This program is open to faculty and staff.
• Johns Hopkins Federal Credit Union

Child Care Centers and Resources

Relocating to Baltimore with your family? Several child care centers partner with Johns Hopkins families:

• The Johns Hopkins Child Care and Early Learning Center is designed to serve full-time faculty and staff members, full-time day students, house staff and fellows of the Johns Hopkins University schools of medicine, nursing and public health, and full-time employees of The Johns Hopkins Hospital and the Johns Hopkins Health System. The center offers full-time and drop-in care to children age 6 weeks to 5 years.
• The Homewood Early Learning Center accommodates children ages 10 weeks through preschool. The center is open to community members, but priority admission is available for Johns Hopkins parents.
• The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Early Childhood Center serves a diverse mixed-income community of children and families who live and/or work in the East Baltimore Development area and beyond.
• With a focus on play-based, child-initiated learning, Downtown Baltimore Child Care provides early education and child care to children ages 12 weeks through preschool.
• The Children of the World Co-op is a year-round playgroup for children ages 6 months to 4 years, with their parents or caregivers. Operating since 1989, the co-op serves the Johns Hopkins community and surrounding neighborhoods.

If you’d like to consider other options, the Maryland Family Network’s LOCATE: Child Care offers a free referral service with detailed information on all licensed child care facilities in Maryland, including center-based care, before- and after-school care, and Head Start programs.

For school-age children, visit the Maryland State Department of Education webpage for a full listing of all 24 Maryland Local Education Agencies websites.

Places of Worship

A wide range of religious organizations and places of worship can be found in Baltimore, some in buildings that are centuries old.