Lovely & Hilly Arcadia

Nestled among the hills of northeast Baltimore, Arcadia is a charming neighborhood that boasts narrow, tree-lined streets, a mix of bungalows, cottages, farm houses, and "Four Squares," and walkable access to the shops and restaurants of the Hamilton/Lauraville Main Street.

Many residents of Arcadia are vocal environmentalists who practice what they preach.  The owners of this home have incorporated a bioretention facility into their landscaping plan, which basically means that the plants, in addition to adding curb appeal, also help to absorb stormwater runoff.

Arcadia boasts several "Little Free Libraries," where residents can leave books for others to read, or borrow books to read themselves.  Little Free Libraries grace neighborhoods throughout the City of Baltimore.

If you like wide wrap-around porches, you will like Arcadia.

Whimsical elements - such as these dragonfly (?) lights - adorn fences, yards, and homes throughout Arcadia, testimony to the residents' creative flair.

When I lived near Arcadia, this was always one of my favorite homes ...

... As was this one.  As you can see, I am partial to bungalows!

This shot shows the Walther Avenue bike lane, which skirts the edge of Arcadia.  I guarantee you that if you run, walk, or bike the hills of Arcadia, you will have very strong legs!

Another benefit of living in Arcadia: the new trail head that leads to Herring Run Park and ultimately to Lake Montebello.

One last closing photo of the homes in Arcadia.