West Forest Park
West Forest Park
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West Forest Park is a peaceful, wooded residential neighborhood located in West Baltimore, Maryland, bordering the city limits. It's known for its quiet, suburban feel and convenient access to nature, particularly Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park, one of Baltimore's largest urban wilderness parks. This proximity allows residents to enjoy extensive walking and biking trails, as well as recreational facilities like the Cahill Fitness and Wellness Center and the historic Forest Park Golf Course. The housing stock primarily consists of mid-sized homes, including attached brick rowhomes and single-family detached houses, with architecture spanning from the early 1900s to more modern constructions.
While West Forest Park offers a tranquil living environment, it still provides accessibility to Baltimore's amenities. Residents can find local conveniences along Liberty Heights Avenue, including various take-out restaurants and a ShopRite grocery store. For more extensive shopping or entertainment, Mondawmin Mall and downtown Baltimore are easily reachable by bus or metro. The neighborhood has a strong community feel, with a history of resident initiatives like the establishment of the Forest Park Senior Center, reflecting a desire for local engagement and services. West Forest Park blends the allure of a natural, serene setting with the practical benefits of city proximity, making it an appealing option for those seeking a balance of urban and suburban living.
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Association meetings have been held on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 PM, but the specific dates change month to month. The association uses its social media and other channels to inform residents of upcoming meeting dates, times, and locations.
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Recreation & Parks
Forest Park Golf Course
Forest Park Golf Course
City golf course featuring challenging holes and a bar at its clubhouse.
Highlights: Driving range · Golf carts · Serves food
Address: 2900 Hillsdale Rd, Baltimore, MD 21207
Hours: Friday 8:15 AM–4:30 PM Saturday 7:15 AM–4:30 PM Sunday 7:15 AM–4:30 PM Monday- Friday 8:15 AM–4:30 PM
Enoch Pratt Free Library - Forest Park Branch
Enoch Pratt Free Library - Forest Park Branch
Address: 3023 Garrison Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21216
Phone: (410) 396-0946
Transportation
The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) bus lines that connect to the Forest Park community include CityLink Lime and Local Bus Routes 34, 38, 79, 80, and 82
School(s):
Calvin Rodwell Elementary/Middle School
Address: 4505 Liberty Heights Ave, Baltimore, MD 21207
Lowest grade: Pre-kindergarten
Liberty Elementary School
Address: 3901 Maine Ave, Baltimore, MD 21207
Lowest grade: Pre-kindergarten
Forest Park High School
Forest Park High School
Address: 3701 Eldorado Ave, Baltimore, MD 21207
Address: 5271 Reisterstown Road, Baltimore, Md., 21215
Phone: 410.396.2466
4th Tuesday at 6 p.m. - Community Relations Meeting
Northwestern District Commander's Crime and Community Monthly Meeting
2nd Thursday at 7 p.m. - Northwestern District Roll Call Room and Virtual via Zoom
Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82370023645 Meeting ID: 823 7002 3645
Passcode: 909834 Phone Number: 1-301-715-8592
Follow Us on Social: Facebook: @BPDnorthwest
The Northwestern District has a diverse makeup of communities such as Hanlon-Longwood, Cross Country and Mount Washington. The Northwestern District is home to the world-famous Pimlico Race Course, the second oldest race track in the nation and host to the second leg of the Triple Crown, The Preakness Stakes. Pimlico has played host to racing icons such as Seabiscuit, War Admiral, Secretariat, and the 2015 Triple Crown winner, American Pharoah. Sinai Hospital is also in this District.
Neighborhood Liaison: Sergeant Rashad Hammond
Sergeant.Rashad Hammond@baltimorecity.gov
Squad 40, Truck Company 12, Squad Medic 40, Battalion Chief 5
3906 Liberty Heights Avenue, 21207
(410) 396-0182 - 1991
(410) 396-0039
Serving: Bridgeview/Greenlawn, Coppin Heights, Easterwood, Evergreen Lawn, Franklin Square, Harlem Park, Midtown-Edmonson, Mondawmin, Mosher, Panway/Braddish Avenue, Parkview/Woodbrook, Penn-North, Penrose, Poppleton, Sandtown-Winchester, Towanda-Grantley, West Arlington, Fallstaff, Forest Park, Glen, Hanlon, Burleith-Leighton, Callaway-Garrison, Cheswolde, Cross Country, Dolfield, Dorchester, Glen, Park Circle, Langston-Hughes, Reisterstown Circle, Garwyn Oaks, Howard Park
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