21229 ZIP Code: Living in Irvington & Ten Hills, Baltimore, MD

Updated November 2026 · Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024

ZIP code 21229 is mostly in Baltimore City, with part in Baltimore County, Maryland, and covers Irvington, Ten Hills, Edmondson Village, Yale Heights and Westgate. Southwest Baltimore along the Catonsville line, with detached homes, rowhomes and Leakin Park nearby. About 46,679 people live in the 21229 ZIP code area.

21229 at a glance

Figures are Census estimates for ZIP Code Tabulation Area 21229, which closely follows the postal ZIP code. Estimates for smaller areas have wider margins of error.

Neighborhoods and communities in 21229

The 21229 ZIP code includes Irvington, Ten Hills, Edmondson Village, Yale Heights and Westgate. ZIP code lines don’t always match neighborhood or school boundaries, so confirm the details for any specific address.

Homes in 21229: what the housing looks like

Housing in 21229 is mostly rowhomes. Most homes were built before 2000; about 7% date from 2000 or later. About 57% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners.

Type of home	Share of homes in 21229
Single-family detached	18%
Rowhomes and townhomes (attached)	58%
2–4 unit buildings	7%
Buildings with 5+ units (apartments, condos)	17%

Share of all housing units, ACS 2020–2024. 21,006 housing units in total.

Commuting from 21229

Workers living in 21229 average a 31.6-minute commute, and about 15% ride public transit. About 11.9% work from home. Here is how far the center of the 21229 ZIP code is from major job centers and travel hubs. These are straight-line distances; drive times depend on route and traffic.

Destination	Distance
Downtown Baltimore	4 miles
Washington, D.C.	32 miles
BWI Airport	8 miles
Annapolis	24 miles
Fort Meade	12 miles
Columbia Town Center	10 miles
Towson	9 miles

Living in Baltimore City: what to know

Baltimore City is its own jurisdiction, separate from Baltimore County. It sets its own property tax rate, which is higher than the surrounding counties, and some city homes carry ground rent. The city also offers homebuying incentives for qualifying buyers.

Public schools in 21229 are run by Baltimore City Public Schools. Assignments go by street address, not ZIP code, so use the district’s school locator for a specific home. To compare schools, see the Maryland State Department of Education Report Card.

For taxes, commuting and lifestyle across the county, read our Baltimore City relocation guide. For parks and trails, see Baltimore City parks.

ZIP codes near 21229

• 21223 – Hollins Market, Baltimore
• 21216 – Walbrook, Baltimore
• 21228 – Catonsville
• 21207 – Gwynn Oak
• 21227 – Halethorpe
• 21217 – Bolton Hill, Baltimore

21229 ZIP code: frequently asked questions

What county is ZIP code 21229 in?

ZIP code 21229 is mostly in Baltimore City, Maryland, with part in Baltimore County.

What neighborhoods are in the 21229 ZIP code?

The 21229 ZIP code includes Irvington, Ten Hills, Edmondson Village, Yale Heights and Westgate.

What is the median home value in 21229?

The median value of owner-occupied homes in 21229 is about $201,300, according to Census American Community Survey estimates for 2020–2024. Current asking prices can differ, so check active listings for today’s market.

How far is 21229 from Baltimore and Washington, D.C.?

The center of the 21229 ZIP code is about 4 miles from downtown Baltimore and 32 miles from Washington, D.C., in a straight line. Drive times vary with traffic.

Where can I see homes for sale in 21229?

You can see all current homes for sale in 21229 on GreatestMoves.com, our home search site, at https://www.greatestmoves.com/zip-codes/21229/.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (tables DP03, DP04, DP05) for ZCTA 21229; U.S. Census Bureau TIGERweb ZCTA boundaries. Distances are calculated from the ZCTA’s internal point.