Update (11/9/2012): According to this press release from the Mayor’s office, the 1100 block of Barclay Street has been demolished.
There were too many houses to photograph individually, so we’ve provided you with a couple of views. Most of the homes we saw today were abandoned — at least 90-95% of them. This part of Baltimore is steps away from Mt. Vernon and steps away from the Baltimore City Jail — an odd DMZ in the middle. The fact that most of the abandoned homes are owned by the Housing Authority, and the Mayor and City Council, was a little disappointing. Yet again, this is city-owned property that could serve a purpose, but instead it’s a blighted eyesore.
317 and 319-402 E. Biddle Street, and part of the 400 Block, Baltimore MD 21202
1100 Block, Barclay Street, Baltimore, MD 21202
Property Owners: Some are owned by the Mayor and City Council, 417 E. Fayette Street, Baltimore, MD 21202. Some are owned by the Housing Authority of Baltimore City, same address.
City Council District and Contact: 12th District, Jack Young
