Overview
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Average Sales Price
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Median Sales Price
5,007
Population
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Total Listings
Discover Life in Perryville with Kirk Steffes
Local Perspective
When I walk buyers through Perryville, I position it as one of those practical Maryland locations that gives you breathing room without cutting you off from the rest of the region. It appeals to people who want easier access to I-95, water-oriented scenery, and a more relaxed day-to-day pace than many central corridor markets. With my background in homebuilding, remodeling, and resale, I also pay close attention to how homes here were put together and how well they fit a buyer’s long-term plans. Perryville can be a smart choice for someone who values function, space, and location over trend-driven buzz, especially if they want a home that feels manageable today and adaptable later.
Neighborhood Highlights
Perryville has a grounded, small-town feel with a mix of established residential pockets, newer communities, and areas that benefit from the town’s connection to the river and surrounding open space. What sets it apart from some nearby markets is that it tends to feel less hurried and more straightforward, which many buyers appreciate. You’ll find a blend of single-family homes, townhomes, and some communities that offer lower-maintenance living, along with architecture that ranges from classic mid-century and traditional layouts to newer builder-grade designs with more open living areas. Many homes here offer usable yards, practical floor plans, and the kind of everyday livability that matters to buyers who want comfort without unnecessary upkeep.
Buyer Fit & Lifestyle Match
Perryville often fits first-time buyers who want a more approachable entry point into homeownership while still staying connected to major travel routes; move-up buyers who need more interior space, a yard, or a better layout for changing household needs; commuters who want convenient access north or south and appreciate a town that feels calmer when the workday is done; downsizers who no longer want an oversized property but still want a real neighborhood setting instead of a dense urban environment; and buyers who enjoy a quieter lifestyle near the water and open space, where the setting feels relaxed and the home can serve as both a residence and a retreat.
Amenities & Attractions
Educational Environment
Elementary Schools (4)Middle Schools (4)High Schools (2)
Name
Category
Grades
Library
Ratio
0/10
Susquehanna Adventist School
36 Blythedale Rd, Perryville, MD 21903
Private
2 - 8
Yes
4:1 STUDENTS/TEACHERS
0/10
Good Shepherd Catholic School
800 Aiken Ave, Perryville, MD 21903
Private
PK - 8
Yes
9:1 STUDENTS/TEACHERS
0/10
High Road School of Harford County
1250 Brass Mill Rd, Belcamp, MD 21017
Private
4 - 12
Yes
8:1 STUDENTS/TEACHERS
0/10
Perryville Elementary School
901 Maywood Ave, Perryville, MD 21903
Public
PK - 5
No
14:1 STUDENTS/TEACHERS
Demographics
Data provided by Attom Data
Population
Employment
Population
5K
5K in 2020
Density
372.8
per square mile
Households
1.9K
Total households
Gender
47% / 53%
Men Vs Women
Occupancy
74% / 26%
Owned Vs Rented
Age Median: Years
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