Ellwood Park/Monument

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About this Neighborhood

Ellwood Park is a dense, walkable slice of east Baltimore — a walk score of 91 — with a well-rounded amenity mix: 11 restaurants, 11 grocery stores, seven parks, one coffee shop, and one fitness spot. Named for a small public park with a playground between Jefferson and Orleans Streets, this is a real neighborhood with everyday infrastructure, and the dining earns a strong 4.8 on Yelp across more than 2,500 reviews. The vibe score of 36 is among the higher marks in this set, and the standouts — Snake Hill, Sally O's, and Franchesca's Empanadas Cafe — give it genuine local color. With a population around 3,137, median rent near $1,588, and no flood risk on file, it reads as a compact, convenient base where groceries and good food are both close at hand.

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