Buying and Selling a Home in Fells Point

Fells Point is one of Baltimore's oldest and most distinctive neighborhoods. Located along the waterfront just east of the Inner Harbor, it's known for its historic architecture, Belgian block streets, restaurants, shops, and rich maritime history.

Walking through Fells Point, you'll notice that much of the neighborhood has kept the character of an earlier Baltimore. Historic buildings line narrow streets, and the waterfront remains the center of activity.

Fells Point offers a mix of residential properties, including historic rowhomes, renovated nineteenth-century homes, condominiums, and newer waterfront residences. Many of the older homes have architectural features that are difficult to reproduce today, including original wood flooring, exposed brick, fireplaces, and distinctive historic facades.

Because of the age and character of the buildings, floor plans vary considerably. Buyers should pay particular attention to structural condition, the quality of renovations, parking, and any historic preservation requirements that may apply.

When buyers compare Fells Point with Canton or Federal Hill, I encourage them to spend time walking through all three. Compared with Canton, Fells Point is more historic, compact, and active, while Canton feels more residential away from O'Donnell Square.

If old brick, narrow streets, and the harbor outside your door sound right, Fells Point belongs on your list. You can see how Fells Point and Canton compare.