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Arbutus, MD

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Delight in a small-town feel in a central locale

Suburban Riverside Convenient Affordable Scenic Diverse

Located about seven miles southwest of Baltimore, Arbutus is a laid-back suburb with a small-town feel. Nestled alongside the Patapsco River, Arbutus provides residents with excellent opportunities for outdoor recreation, from hiking the trails in Patapsco Valley State Park to fishing in the river.

Arbutus offers a strong sense of community, which is fostered by events such as the Arts Festival, Santa Comes to Arbutus, and the Fourth of July celebration. In addition to its contagious community spirit, Arbutus is revered for its central location. Residents enjoy close proximity to the University of Maryland Baltimore County, Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, and Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. Getting around from Arbutus is a breeze with access to I-95, I-195, and I-695, as well as the Halethorpe and Saint Dennis MARC stations.

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Transportation

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Car-Dependent

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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

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Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Banneker Planetarium
  • Carroll Park
  • Gwynns Falls Trail
  • B&O Railroad Museum
  • Baltimore Rowing Center

Military Bases

Airports

  • Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall
  • Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl

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